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Winning personalities

Last year saw some monumental developments. Here in Asia, the topping-out of Shenzhen’s Ping An Finance Centre has altered the city’s skyline and redefined the world map of tall buildings. Further afield, there’s the recently opened Louvre Abu Dhabi, designed by French architect Jean Nouvel, while the spaceship-like Apple Park imagined by Norman Foster in California lifted off in April. Closer to home, The Murray opened at the end of the year in Hong Kong; what was once a government office building is now an upscale hotel.

There have been some other surprises: the small Spanish studio RCR Arquitectes’ winning of the Pritzker Prize, for instance. The practice, which is not well known, has challenged the organisation’s tradition of celebrating reputed designers, and Carme Pigem of the winning trio is only the third woman to receive the accolade. Is the architectural world finally giving more credit to creativity, not just popularity, and will this provide more momentum for women designers? Of course, the bigger question is who will win this year. We talk to Martha Thorne, the executive director of the prize, about the process of nomination. We also gaze into our crystal ball and suggest some winners. The announcement will be made in March.

What’s perhaps more important is that the profession of architecture should be all about creativity and fun, especially when it comes to the stories of the people behind all that concrete and steel. Take Perspective’s recent event, the A&D Trophy Awards. Three hundred industry professionals and business leaders made the night one of the most memorable of the year. As a token of our appreciation, this year’s first issue is dedicated to you – the men and women behind the stories. Within these pages are conversations with inspirational creatives and entrepreneurs.

Crustacean Sensation

American architect Peter Marino draws inspiration from Picasso for New York’s The Lobster Club

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Dubai By Design

Three is the magic number: in November, Dubai Design Week had its third year at d3, Dubai Design District, and by all accounts it was the best yet, with some 60,000 people visiting the event. An Art Dubai offering, the programme presented the best of design from the Middle East and beyond through 200 events including exhibitions and installations to panel discussions, keynote speeches, workshops and more. Perspective attended to report on the highlights

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Primed For Pritzker

The 2018 edition of the Pritzker Prize marks the 40th anniversary of the esteemed architectural accolade. It remains tricky to predict who’s in the running

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True Colours

Renowned fashion designer Kenzo Takada has created an exquisite collection of kimono inspired fabrics and ceramics for Roche Bobois

1 min

Postmodern Reflections

Perspective sits down with one of the world’s most celebrated architects, Sir Terry Farrell, to talk about his views on Hong Kong’s accidental planning, his relationship with Nicholas Grimshaw – and his role in helping spies come in from the cold

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A Man For All Reasons

William Lim, co-founder of Hong Kong architectural practice CL3, has spent the last four decades building a name for himself that extends well beyond his main profession

5 mins

The Test Of Time

Renowned architect Luke Fox celebrates a 20-year legacy at Foster + Partners. He chats with Perspective on a recent visit to Hong Kong about working in Asia and Europe and designing for the present and future

4 mins

Bohemian Rhapsody

Bohemian Rhapsody

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The Nature Of Energy

Feng shui, once the preserve of ancient China, is becoming an increasingly common consideration in architectural projects worldwide

4 mins

Space Imaginator

Albert Einstein famously said, “Imagination is more important than knowledge”. Australian self-taught interior designer Ashley Sutton, responsible for some of Asia’s most eccentric nightlife destinations, such as Ophelia and Iron Fairies in both Bangkok and Hong Kong, is a firm believer in that maxim. He talks to Perspective about his recent work

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Perspective Magazine Description:

Perspective is a visually rich, monthly publication focused on contemporary design from architecture and interiors, to graphics and product design. Providing a penetrating look at trends, recent projects, and the latest innovative designs from around the globe, every issue features coverage of cutting-edge concepts and interviews with influential regional and International industry figures. For more than a decade, Perspective has been a vital source of information for architects and design professionals, and continues to maintain its edge by focusing on the new and the breakthrough; by looking at both established, well-known success stories as well as Asia’s young, upcoming talent. Perspective is Hong Kong’s premier English design title and 2012 #1 Interior Design - Hong Kong magazine.