The lockdown caused by the coronavirus outbreak showed to many of us how crucial social gatherings outdoors are to us. Now, that outdoor spaces around the world are beginning to open, it turns out that it might be tricky to remember to accurately interpret or even keep a recommended two metres distance. As a response to this problem shared by many, designers and architects develop creative solutions which would enable different forms of collective expression and the spaces they take place in, to continue to serve their function in our societies.

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According to Encyclopedia Brittanica, theatre design is primarily concerned with enhancing the experience the audience can have at a performance. However, contemporary architects busy themselves with exploding the conventional typology of a theatre built in a more functional architectural style, as they transform it from closed-off structures into accessible ‘landmarks’ celebrating art in the urban context.

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After the pandemic, camping has grown to be one of the most popular social distancing activities. Any experienced camper will agree: When you are backpacking, space is at a premium.  Have a look at this great selection of space-saving lightweight camping must-haves that will leave you itching to start on an adventure.

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Glamping (a portmanteau of “glamorous” and “camping”) is a global trend gaining popularity nowadays. Offering amenities and resort-style services not usually associated with traditional camping, yet retaining its original escapism and adventurous spirit, this type of sustainable tourism has become particularly sought after in the wake of the global pandemic. Architects and designers have taken care of combining luxuries of hotel accommodation with the feeling of full immersion in Nature.

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Single-use plastic bottles are one of the main contributors to ocean pollution. Most of them end up at landfill sites, for even though recycling plastic bottles is possible, it is also energy consuming. However, a lot of people still buy bottled water, notwithstanding its environmental impact, because there is an undeniable convenience to this disposable product. It is easily available, one don’t need to worry about cleaning the bottle or carrying a bulky container along after it is empty. Designers offer various alternatives to single-use  water bottles that brilliantly solve all of these problems.

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What do such materials as resin, paper and concrete have in common? All of them are utilized to create dazzling and intricate jewelry that can speak more about the wearer than the conventional pieces made of precious metals and stones. The innovative designers and jewelry brands invite us into a brand new world where the very notion of preciousness is reinvented.

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Have you got cardboard boxes around the house? You would be amazed at what you can do with this material, which is as cheap and readily available as it is sustainable and biodegradable. The sturdy nature of the cardboard makes it suitable for constructing a range of different objects, from children’s toys to furniture pieces.

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Maggie’s Centres are a charitable initiative comprising a network of drop-in centres across the United Kingdom, which provide support, information and practical advice to people coping with cancer and their loved ones. Founded by and named after the late garden designer Maggie Keswick Jencks, who passed away from cancer in 1995, the centres continue her legacy and embody her life-asserting belief in the infusive power of architecture in times of distress. The buildings that house the centres are designed by internationally acclaimed architects and as well as practices known for their passion for architecture.

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Educating children in developing countries is not only about gaining knowledge and skills. It helps reduce poverty and offers a safe environment with supervision and support. In such countries, schools can even be a place for children to receive life-saving vaccines, fresh water and nutrient supplementation.  Hundreds of architects from all over the world participated in a design competition for a project of a secondary school in Benga Parish in Malawi, the project aiming to provide a better education to the youngest citizens of the country by giving them the opportunity to access a decent secondary school infrastructure.

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