September 17, 2008

Architecture Now

This issue of Artkrush focuses on the state of contemporary architecture, as the demand for innovative, ecologically sound design impels the vanguard forward. Seizing upon Aaron Betsky's diverse selection of international firms, we explore the 2008 Venice Biennale of Architecture; back stateside, we highlight the New York-based WORKac, whose P.F.1 (Public Farm One) is currently installed in Long Island City, courtesy of the MoMA/P.S.1 Young Architects Program. Meanwhile, Artkrush editor Paul Laster speaks with architect Teddy Cruz about his socially engaged practice, as well as his contribution to the Venice Biennale of Architecture; and for your coffee table, we recommend Tom Kundig: Houses, the first monograph on the work of the celebrated Seattle-based architect. Our review of current exhibitions, meanwhile, spans continents and coasts: Between Earth and Heaven: The Architecture of John Lautner at LA's Hammer Museum elucidates the late SoCal architect's futuristic structures with numerous plans and designs, while we also delight in Ghada Amer's erotic embroidery at the Brooklyn Museum.