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A closer look
11 April 2016Museums are getting smarter about bringing their audiences closer to the subject, and even closer to each other, finds Veronica Simpson.
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Dare to dream
15 March 2016The chance to dream – something designers are rarely offered in the name of productive work. Veronica Simpson uncovers some inspiring examples of schemes – even countries – that offer support for unfettered creativity.
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Resilient cities: Bristol
15 March 2016Bristol’s year as European Green Capital has seen this UK city deliver a raft of projects that demonstrate its commitment to sustainable transport, energy, food culture and urban design. But a greater force is being summoned to maximise the programme’s impact: the creativity and enthusiasm of its citizens
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Bringing libraries back to life
22 February 2016Rumours of the book’s demise have been greatly exaggerated, so Veronica Simpson takes a look at the latest library incarnations that prove it’s all in the media.
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Daydream believer: Theaster Gates
22 February 2016Theaster Gates, artist and activist, has demonstrated that grass-roots architecture and culture can be a powerful force for activating human capital in the city. Artists often like to dream the impossible — but few go out and make it happen
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Making Africa – A Continent of Contemporary Design
9 February 2016Veronica Simpson visits the Making Africa – A Continent of Contemporary Design, which busts stereotypes and prejudices through a focus of contemporary creativity and innovation.
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The North is risen…
19 January 2016This North West city is seeing regeneration that combines ambitious scale with high-quality civic projects and, in doing so, is bringing new life, new residents and new economic prosperity to Manchester.
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Designing without boundaries with Alexander Calder
5 January 2016Veronica Simpson takes a look at modern design icon, Alexander Calder, now on show at Tate Modern
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A new addition to Amsterdam’s Van Gogh Museum
10 December 2015A new entrance and hall for the Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam enhances both its iconic neighbours and the visitor experience, reports Veronica Simpson
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Leg up for start-ups
7 December 2015For graduates thinking of setting up on their own: help is at hand! Veronica Simpson reports on inspirational spaces and organisations assisting those with an independent career in mind.
