INTERWOVEN refers to the process of weaving, interweaving or combining different elements. And that is exactly what could be seen at the graduation weekend of the Amsterdam Academy of Architecture. An exhibition that shows a wonderful harvest by a new generation of designers — with several graduation projects in which the interweaving of the disciplines of architecture, urbanism, and landscape architecture is embraced.

 

The exposition is through 3 themes: THINK LOCAL, CONTEMPORARY COLLECTIVE & METAMORPHOSIS. Within these themes the projects will strengthen each other and are emphasized by the fabrics. INTERWOVEN provides more wall area and space by interweaving the fixed existing walls of the Academy building with new soft flexible walls... 

 

Interwoven is like a labyrinth. You will wander through the projects of the graduates of 2021.

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THINK LOCAL

Genius loci is important, a need to operate within the existing context, a sense of place and a sense of connectedness. A balanced approach that appeals to the social context rather than just the spatial context. This layered approach shows that the new generation is able to understand the complex circumstances they are being challenged in facing future challenges. They contribute to a locally important brief and try to learn, transform and innovate. To think local.

 

 

CONTEMPORARY COLLECTIVE

Social engagement seems more important than ever. Designing for an inclusive world goes beyond designing for only people, it also concerns thinking about how to live together with others and nature. With the community in mind a contemporary collective contributes to sharing the world together. 

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METAMORPHOSIS

The world is in transition; it is time for a revolution. The changing world generates new opportunities that the new generation approaches with an optimistic view.    

Traditional functions, use of materials and the disciplines itself are being critically rethought of. Introducing new dimensions creates an entirely new and refreshing perspective for the metamorphosis of the future world.

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