Industry Insights
Insights, conversations and ideas from the world of architecture and design.
Why Great Architecture Should Tell a Story – Ole Scheeren, TED
In this fascinating TED Talk, world-renowned architect Ole Scheeren challenges the conventional idea of what a building should be. He argues that the people who live and work inside a building are just as much a part of it as the concrete, steel and glass it is built from. Through five of his most iconic projects – from a twisted tower in China to a floating cinema in the ocean in Thailand – Scheeren explores how architecture can be built around collaboration and human storytelling rather than isolation and hierarchy.
For anyone considering a project with Woods Architecture, this talk is a powerful reminder of why we place our clients at the very centre of our design process. Great architecture is not about the building – it is about the experience of the people inside it. It is exactly this philosophy that drives every project we undertake.
The Future of Architecture is Formgiving – Bjarke Ingels, HubTalks
Bjarke Ingels, founder of the globally acclaimed BIG – Bjarke Ingels Group – sits down with HubTalks to explore what it truly means to give form to the future. The conversation spans everything from the interior experience of architecture and how spaces age, to AI, sustainability and the emotional impact of great design. Ingels offers a rare and deeply personal insight into how the world’s most ambitious architectural projects are conceived, from Bhutan’s groundbreaking Gelephu International Airport to his own summer house in Denmark.
This conversation is essential listening for anyone embarking on a building or design project. Ingels speaks directly to the idea that architecture should support human thriving – that the spaces we inhabit should improve with age and reflect the values of the people who use them. At Woods Architecture this is something we believe in deeply, and it is a principle that guides every decision we make from initial concept through to final completion.
Architecture in Action
What is Architecture?
This insightful video from All About Architecture tackles one of the most fundamental questions in the built environment, so what exactly is architecture? Far more than just the design of buildings, architecture is explored here as a unique blend of art, science, functionality and human experience. The video breaks down the core principles that define the discipline and explains why great architecture goes far beyond aesthetics to shape the way people live, work and interact with the world around them.
For anyone considering embarking on a building project with Woods Architecture, this is a brilliant starting point. Understanding what architecture truly means – and what separates a great design from an ordinary one will help you get the most out of your experience working with our team. At Woods, we believe that informed clients make for better projects, and this video is a perfect first step in that journey.
Is Irish Architecture in a Good Place?
In this video from the Royal Institute of the Architects of Ireland, RIAI members reflect on the current state of Irish architecture and its growing success both nationally and internationally. The video offers a fascinating insight into how the profession has evolved in Ireland, the challenges facing architects today and why Irish design is increasingly being recognised on the world stage.
At Woods Architecture we are proud to be part of this exciting and evolving landscape. This video is a wonderful reminder of the incredible talent and ambition that exists within Irish architecture right now. Whether you are planning a residential build, a commercial development or a renovation project, you are choosing to work within one of the most dynamic and forward thinking design industries in Europe. We are delighted to be your partner in that journey.