Author: Sophie Karchkhadze

In Memoriam – Jean-Louis Cohen, 1949-2023

In Memoriam – Jean-Louis Cohen, 1949-2023 Docomomo International is deeply saddened to hear the news of the passing of Jean-Louis Cohen on August 7, 2023. A renowned architectural critic, professor, and advocate of 20th century architecture preservation, he also held a crucial role in the scientific council of Docomomo and was an invaluable collaborator. Docomomo… Continue reading In Memoriam – Jean-Louis Cohen, 1949-2023

New Publication – Ambitions/the architecture of the eighties

Ambitions / the architecture of the eighties The authors of this book set out to explain some of the key processes behind the Czech architecture of the 1980s – such as the growing efforts to engage in internal, critical self-reflection, the realistic assessments of what the Czech building industry was capable of and attempts to… Continue reading New Publication – Ambitions/the architecture of the eighties

CfA Docomomo Journal Interiors Deadline June 30

Docomomo Journal “Interiors in Times of Crisis” CfA deadline on June 30! DOCOMOMO International re-announced the Call for Abstracts for a special issue of the Docomomo Journal “Learning from Modern Movement Interiors in Times of Crisis”, dedicated to the functioning and experience of the modern interior in times of crisis, showcasing a variety of insightful… Continue reading CfA Docomomo Journal Interiors Deadline June 30

2023 Vitruvian Honors & Awards Submissions

Submissions for the 2023 Vitruvian Honors & Awards Program The Facade Tectonics Institute’s Vitruvian Honors & Awards program celebrates outstanding achievements in the field of facade design and delivery. The program recognizes outstanding projects, as well as project teams and individuals that have made extraordinary contributions to facade design, engineering, fabrication, installation and lifecycle performance.… Continue reading 2023 Vitruvian Honors & Awards Submissions

MoMo at Risk: Düsseldorf Opera

Heritage at Risk: Düsseldorf Opera House The monumental Düsseldorf Opera House is under threat of demolition under the city plan to replace it with a larger building – “a future architectural and cultural lighthouse project”. This project does not take into account the preservation of the existing Opera House. Originally built as a municipal theater… Continue reading MoMo at Risk: Düsseldorf Opera

MoMo at Risk: Kortrijk Railway Station

Heritage at Risk: Kortrijk railway station, Belgium Docomomo International shares Docomomo Belgium’s stance on supporting the maintenance of the Kortrijk railway station, which is included in the European list of the seven most endangered heritage sites, The 7 Most Endangered. Despite this status, the local government and the Belgian railway company are planning to demolish… Continue reading MoMo at Risk: Kortrijk Railway Station

MoMo at Risk: Robot Bank, Bangkok

Heritage in Danger: The Robot Bank building in Bangkok, Thailand Docomomo Thai is raising alarm on the iconic Robot Bank building in Bangkok, Thailand. Widely regarded as one of most important Postmodern Architecture in Thailand, this building is now under renovation, with its original appearance and characteristics severely under threat. You can read the full… Continue reading MoMo at Risk: Robot Bank, Bangkok

MoMo at Risk: Ocean Terminal Precinct, SA

Heritage at Risk: Ocean Terminal Precinct, Point Precinct, Durban, South Africa Docomomo International was made aware that the landmark Ocean Terminal Complex in Point Precinct, South Africa is under threat for demolition. We present the letter from the co-chair of Docomomo South Africa, Sandra van der Merwe below: A demolition permit has been granted for… Continue reading MoMo at Risk: Ocean Terminal Precinct, SA

MoMo at Risk: Portuguese Pavement

MoMo at Risk: Artisanal Modernist Portuguese Pavement in Horta, Azores The modernist paved sidewalk along the bay of the City of Horta, Azores islands, Portugal, made with the unique artisanal Calçada Portuguesa method in the 1950’s, is under threat of destruction due to the ongoing municipal rehabilitation works. This traditional artisanal pavement, which follows a… Continue reading MoMo at Risk: Portuguese Pavement