Frank Gehry: Biomuseo

The first building designed by Frank Gehry in Latin America will be a gateway to new knowledge about the natural history of the isthmus of Panama and its biodiversity.Panama’s Biomuseo, designed by Frank Gehry, is set to open its doors to the public, almost ten years after construction began. Since 2001, an international team of architects, designers, and members of the scientific community have been working on the design and development of the museum, which will be a gateway to new knowledge about the natural history of the isthmus and its biodiversity.

Community-Based Architecture: A Third Model

The Allencrest Community Learning Center is a case study in how architects can collaborate with communities...I write a lot about community-based architecture. Most often, these kinds of projects take one of two forms. The first is the product of university studio projects, whereby students and teachers work with a chosen community organization to develop strategies or plans to fulfill a need—plans which may or, more probably, may not be realized.

Nexus Health GP Super Clinic

A primary healthcare facility for the township of Wallan, the Super Clinic reflects the welcoming, community oriented values of Nexus Health. The design provides an integrated care experience focussed on illness prevention that includes GP practitioners, allied health professionals such as nurses, visiting medical specialists and ancillary health services.