Over time, as architectural practices evolved and became more complex, so too did the discourse surrounding them. Today, architectural theory and criticism are central to the field, serving as important tools for architects and designers.

It is easy to think of indoor comfort as a “nice to have.” After all, people can technically work in a room that is a little too warm or a little too cold. But anyone who has sat through a long meeting in a stuffy conference room knows that comfort directly affects focus.

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The impact of urbanization on architecture and city planning will continue to shape the way we live and work in cities, and it is important that we find ways to make urban areas sustainable and livable for all.

Some celebrity homes become famous almost like the stars who own them. The most expensive celebrity homes often include details that regular luxury houses do not have, such as private vineyards, huge compounds, rare architecture, and museum-like interiors. Here are 25 homes that show the extreme side of celebrity living.

A well-structured maintenance plan is the difference between a roof that performs for decades and one that fails years ahead of schedule. Here's how to build one that actually works.