2024-12-22T00:24:55-05:00 https://archinect.com/features/article/150012408/18-amazing-examples-of-festival-and-event-architecture-to-celebrate-the-end-of-summer Anastasia Tokmakova 2017-08-29T12:28:00-04:00 >2022-02-16T21:42:27-05:00 <img src="https://archinect.gumlet.io/uploads/kk/kkoepjv80nbesaak.jpg?fit=crop&auto=compress%2Cformat&enlarge=true&w=1200" border="0" /><p>The culture and lifestyle associated with music festivals has greatly changed since they first emerged. Evolving from a symbol of counterculture into popular mainstream entertainment, many music festivals have embraced the use of visual arts and architecture. Typically, this comes in the form of temporary structures and installations that provide visual stimuli, some shade, and often much-needed landmarks for locating lost friends. Even if confined by a tight budget and a short deadline, these temporary structures nevertheless represent exciting examples of efficient and engaging design.</p> https://archinect.com/features/article/147429507/waka-waka-s-furniture-strikes-a-balance-between-simplicity-and-playfulness Nicholas Korody 2016-02-08T11:17:00-05:00 >2019-06-17T16:47:06-04:00 <img src="https://archinect.gumlet.io/uploads/yt/ytaovbmu52howk05.jpg?fit=crop&auto=compress%2Cformat&enlarge=true&w=1200" border="0" /><p>Waka Waka is a Los Angeles-based design studio founded by the Japanese-born designer Shinichiro Okuda. Taking a minimal approach softened with a bit of humor, the studio&rsquo;s striking, handmade plywood furniture has a distinct and contemporary look.</p>