lofts aim to establish a new typology that creates a flexible,
relevant and inspiring place to live within the city.
“There has to be a real understanding of the imagined use
of the building and what we want the building to mean and
inspire the users to be,” he said. “The brief that is therefore
developed is not only a physical practical brief, but an emo-
tional one. This is important in arriving at ‘why ’ or ‘what ’ we
are doing. The ‘how’ is somewhat easier and more linear to
arrive at.
“We must ask how this project contributes to and inspires
its users, urban and social context, and the wider architec-
tural discourse. There is a great balance to be had between
addressing the specific and indigenous condition on one
hand, and addressing and engaging with the wider global
context on the other.”
Samara also shared his concerns about development inMNC Assembly Hall
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