In 1929 the famous French architect Le Corbusier travels to Buenos Aires to give a series of lectures on Modern Architecture. During his visit he proposed an urban plan for the city.

Since his trip and for more than twenty years he would obsessively develop his proposal, trying by all possible m...

Geoffrey Bawa (1919-2003) is widely regarded as one of South Asia’s most important architects of the 20th century - the equivalent of Frank Lloyd Wright in America, Luis Barragán in Mexico or Oscar Niemeyer in Brazil.

Despite many challenges throughout the years - the restrictions of building ma...

Long before Arthur Erickson built many of Canada’s most iconic buildings, he was a young architect for a family looking to build a home in the Alberta prairies. Deeply private, the Dyde family gave him space to explore his bold vision for a Canadian architectural style, with one caveat — the home...

What would a utopian city of the 20th century look like, if designed by one of the most iconic & revered architects of the era? And would it all work?

Discover the incredible planned city of Chandigarh in India; the largest and most ambitious project of the renowned Swiss and French architect Le...

Balkrishna Doshi (1927-2023) is one of India's most influential 20th century architects and recipient of the Pritzker Architecture Prize. Doshi and his practice Vastu-Shilpa has a portfolio spanning over 70 years, including collaborations with both Le Corbusier and Louis Kahn.

The film introduc...

'No Building As Usual' addresses the urgent climate challenge in architecture by documenting the construction of Nest House—a sustainable home for two elderly individuals in the British countryside. The film showcases a collaborative effort involving 12 young individuals from underrepresented bac...

The documentary explores Olivetti's industrial design from Adriano's death to the 90s through the challenges of an era marked by rapid innovations: the transition from mechanical technology to electronics, up to IT and telecommunication era.

Meet two young and passionate designers, Nienke Hoogvliet and Dave Hakkens, who are utilising creative and innovative design to tackle the world's biggest environmental problems.

Bringing sustainability to the clothing industry is the mission for Nienke. While tackling the challenges of reshapin...

This film presents the intervention of the artist James Turrell on the building created by the
architect Jacques Ripault for the PSA Peugeot Citroën Design Center in Vélizy (France).

How did the Netherlands succeed in gaining a world famous reputation in the field of design?

A documentary about the worldwide success of Dutch Design. Top designers and international key players reveal their personal vision and explain why a small country could become so big in the field of des...

Wander through the tranquil Ajijic House, nestled between Chapala Lake and its surrounding mountains in Jalisco; designed and built with the very earth it sits upon, to avoid major design compromises with the project’s tiny budget.
Next, see the same successful and efficient earth-based building...

Explore the stunning red brick Terreno House, located on the foot of a mountain three hours from Mexico City. Designed by Canales for her family, the house embraces and incorporates the excess and damaged building materials into the design, and creates shelter from the radical weather while allow...

Climb the spiral staircase into the elevated Nidos House, woven with a beautiful and seamless harmony into the ecological reserve El Peñón. Subtly resting above the earth on a series of load-bearing walls, the house imitates a classic bird’s nest, suspended in the treetops, while causing as littl...

At the age of 19, Eduardo Chillida (1942-2002) was a gifted athlete set to become a football legend. However, a severe injury during a match saww him move away from professional sport.

At the time, nobody except for his life-long partner, Pilar Belzunce, could ever imagine that the young goalkee...

Buenos Aires has a housing crisis. Over two million people live in shanty towns in and around the city. Known as the ‘villas miserias’ (villages of misery), they’re widely associated with poverty and crime.

But inside is a very different story. One Street Away follows three marginalised communit...

The life of German Jewish Expressionist architect Erich Mendelsohn. The film deftly juxtaposes Mendelsohn’s original designs and love letters written to his wife Luise with contemporary images, weaving together reflections from architects and locals who use these unique buildings today. A testame...

Why would an architect focusing on collective architecture and his studio Recetas Urbanas participate in Art Basel, the highest-selling international art fair?

Does applying his radical methodology in Switzerland, one of the world’s richest countries, make any sense?

What are the dynamics behin...

Dani Karavan has created nearly 100 environmental installations all across the world and has won some of the most prestigious international art awards. Yet Karavan is far from satisfied.

His monumental structures are rapidly deteriorating. His advanced age is starting to catch up with him. The p...

"Creativity is a miracle that exists only when you know how to share it. Our studio is a special place, where this miracle happens every day". - Renzo Piano

Given access, for several months, to one of the most important architectural firms in the world.

What happens inside the Renzo Piano Buil...

In the series finale, explore The Muraka, the world’s largest underwater residence at Conrad Maldives on Rangali Island. Discover its origins through the inspiring story of architect and developer Ahmed Saleem, who first envisioned the island's future after arriving with a small loan and a bold d...

Journey to the stunning Pemba Island in the Zanzibar Archipelago, Tanzania, to discover The Manta Resort’s Underwater Room—a minimalist, floating cabin initially conceived as an art installation. Join designer Mikael Genberg and co-founder Matthew Saus as they share the inspiration behind this on...

In this episode, venture into Jules’ Undersea Lodge, the world’s only fully submerged hotel, located 25 feet below the sea in Key Largo, Florida. Accessible only by diving, this unique habitat offers an exclusive glimpse into life beneath the waves. Meet Ian Koblick, the lodge’s visionary designe...

In the debut episode, dive into ReefWorld Pontoon, Australia’s only underwater accommodation, located 39 nautical miles off Queensland's coast. Discover the breathtaking Reefsuites, offering unparalleled views beneath the sea surface. Series host Phillip Vannini takes viewers swimming around the ...