Gareth Gardner
FeaturesJohn Pawson: master of minimalism
At 61, minimalist architect John Pawson is about to take centre stage thanks to two projects for the Design Museum.
ReviewEmily Allchurch’s dystopic collages create a sinister cocktail
Gareth Gardner meets the creator of a series of foreboding urban images currently on show at London’s PM Gallery
Building StudySheffield hospital’s new medical ward is a picture of health
Sheppard Robson brings colour and clarity to NHS design.
Building StudyThe Princess and the maze
Developer Land Securities appointed Chapman Taylor, Panter Hudspith and Wilkinson Eyre to update a historic template at its Princesshay shopping centre in Exeter
Building StudyDreaming spas, inspiring teens
Young vocational students at RMJM’s Lifestyle Academy in Newcastle learn in inspiring teaching spaces which rival the professional pamperers. And the locals can luxuriate in the facilities too. But does it work for both?
TechnicalAn inspiring memorial
Adjaye Associates’ training centre dedicated to would-be architect Stephen Lawrence will be an unusual tribute.
TechnicalWater colours
Swiss Cottage Leisure Centre is a multi-layered, multi-use facility splashed with bright colours and lively designs. But combining many functions on one site posed technical challenges for the designers
TechnicalSuspension of disbelief
At the V&A’s new Islamic gallery, Softroom’s surfaces play tricks on visitors and exhibits
ReviewThe master of mono
An exhibition of Henk Snoek's work aims to increase awareness of architectural photography.
TechnicalFantasy facade
There's nothing shy about Alsop's designs for The Public in West Bromwich. Gareth Gardner reports on this arts centre project
TechnicalOysters give pearly sheen to Roman shell
Muf chose an unusual material for a park building on a Roman site in St Albans.