Are Modular Seating Systems Redefining Our Perception of Public Spaces?

What is our vision of public spaces from the past? Consider, for instance, a park—arguably the most iconic example of this typology. It is an environment designed with winding paths and rest areas, where we often find tables and fixed benches, positioned along the way. Its design prioritizes permanence and contemplation. But when we turn … Read more

The Evolution of Public Bathhouses: From Necessity to Experience

Am Kaiserstrand Bathhouse / Lang+Schwaerzler. Image © Bruno Klomfar – Tom Maldener Historically, public bathing was a fundamental necessity for hygiene, giving rise to communal bathhouses in regions where private bathrooms were a rarity. In Japan, for instance, sento bathhouses emerged during the early Edo period, serving as essential facilities when most households lacked their … Read more