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Is Herzog & de Meuron’s Serpentine pavilion a con?
Yes, says Robert Adam, it shows conceptual architecture should not involve buildings; but John McAslan says it embodies the essence of good design
Can architects benefit from self-build?
Yes, says Julian Owen, all schemes need design experts to succeed; but David Birkbeck foresees the rise of kit houses
Should the government fund public projects?
Yes, says Lewis Goodall, private finance alone is not enough; but Steve McGuckin feels it is time to explore alternatives models of funding
Will the VAT changes endanger listed buildings?
Yes, says Kate Pugh, it will discourage owners from necessary work; but Sarah Gibbs claims the measure is a much-needed correction on the tax system
New arts museum masterplan could define the future of Hong Kong
The West Kowloon Cultural District offers huge architecture opportunities
Book town’s architect proves the power of one
Hay-on-Wye is not a model for planners but it does show how an indivdual’s drive can achieve more than establishment forces
Working fathers in architecture face challenges too
We hear a lot about the obstacles facing mothers who want to juggle work and family life, but mum’s not the only word when it comes to this parental challenge
Foundations live in the memory
David Rogers (News May 11) has misunderstood Herzog & de Meuron and Ai Weiwei’s plans for this year’s Serpentine pavilion.
Single-minded on double-aspect
Thank you for a lovely review of an attractive building (Buildings May 11).
Boris, get tough on development
A key task for Boris Johnson’s second term must surely be to get a grip on the hateful tide of ugliness steadily creeping across his great city.
Waterloo space is being eroded
Owen Hatherley (Opinion May 4) does not mention the huge curving structure filling in the upper levels of the eastern side of Waterloo station, currently causing great inconvenience to passengers.
Refurbish Elliott, don't demolish it
While I agree entirely with Kate Macintosh in her description of buildings as a public embodiment of collective memory (Letters May 11), her “musings” have a wistful, elegiac tone of resignation which, at least in the case of Elliott School, I hope is premature.
No wonder RIBA’s election was a one-horse race
Harry Rich’s Radio 4 clutter conversation may explain architects’ reluctance to stand for president
Russia needs a new type of revolution
Standoffs, rows, split ownership and corruption are taking their toll on Moscow’s constructivist buildings
If only stations would drop the shops
How railway stations, such as King’s Cross, allow architects to get round planning rules
Which button should we be wearing?
The rush to make architectural masterpieces is costing Rotterdam dear
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Two stings for the AA, a high-profile wicket at Lord’s and frustration at the education department
Boots on Brett Steele, John Major and Michael Gove
Fraud fiasco, 'fake' design and fierce criticism
Boots looks in on the AA, the Serpentine and the Maxxi
Lamont’s lament, glacial tables and support for Ken
Norman Lamont’s PFI lament, Hadid’s aquatic opinions and Richard Rogers chooses sides in the race for mayor
