Paddington Reservoir Gardens by Tonkin Zulaikha Greer & JMD

Paddington Reservoir Gardens by Tonkin Zulaikha Greer & JMD

When TZG and JMD were commissioned to convert the Paddington Reservoir into an urban park, the general expectation was that the site would be capped off and a brand new arrangement built on top. However, we were captivated by the possibilities of revealing the 19th century structures as a ruin through which members of the public could wander, taking in the dramatic spaces and play of light across the remnants of historic walls and vaults. Read more >>>

House of Hope (Barbados) by Gordon Ashby

House of Hope (Barbados) by Gordon Ashby

A unique house. Two Bedrooms, two and a half bathrooms, Living, Dining, Kitchen and Family. The house evolved in the design process to be the intersection in plan of three primary shapes- circle, rectangle and triangle. Concrete block but treated with coral render to define volumes. Read more >>>

Architecture Caribbean Celebrates its First Anniversary (20th June 2010)

Architecture Caribbean Celebrates its First Anniversary

Architecture Caribbean would like to thank all our members, readers, subscribers, supporters, designers, artists, students, and the entire design community in the Caribbean, Latin America, and the rest of the world. Read our anniversary message here >>>

Fashion Week Trinidad & Tobago 2010

Fashion Week Trinidad & Tobago 2010

The Fashion Design industry in the Caribbean is in great hands! Watch out world, here comes the Caribbean! Architecture Caribbean was pleasantly surprised and utterly impressed by the work coming out of the Caribbean designers. Stay tuned for our take on FWTT 2010.

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Why is art important to society?

Art in society

Architecture Caribbean asks Caribbean artists, “Why is art important to society?” Here are some of their responses..

“Art sometimes tells a story of an event that is topical or historical, it illustrates fantasy and reality and is most times is inspired by society itself. Art allows us to escape into dreamy landscapes or provokes our thoughts with abstract and often controversial compositions. However, mostly ART allows us, as a society, to share, understand, accept and enjoy.”

Peter Sheppard
Artist

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Tell us what you think of their responses and what is your answer to the question…”Why is art important in society?”

Interview with Trinidadian artist Peter Sheppard

Project by Peter sheppard

Peter Sheppard is a Trinidadian artist who was born into a creative family as both his parents painted and were involved in the Carnival Arts. His father Stephen Sheppard, painted landscapes in acrylics from scenes that inspired him after long drives in and around the countryside. His mother Margaret Sheppard (Highgate), also painted. She made costumes for the theatre, carnival, weddings and personal wardrobes. They exposed him to a wide range of visual and performing arts. He studied at the International Fine Arts College in Miami, Florida. He says that his “canvas is all things Trinidad & Tobago and I live my life enjoying all that our wonderful nation has to offer. Its rich and diverse Culture, its delicious food representing our many ethnic segments of our population. Our many festivals, quaint villages, peaceful rivers, majestic mountains and people full of a life-time of stories will forever provide inspiration for my paintings. I paint from my memories and experiences and enjoy sharing this with the public through my paintings.” He was gracious enough to take time from his busy schedule for an interview with Architecture Caribbean.

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National Academy for the Performing Arts, Port of Spain, Trinidad

National Academy for the Performing Arts, Trinidad

National Academy for the Performing Arts in Port of Spain, Trinidad & Tobago.

Read previous Blogs on the Performing Arts Center:
architecturecaribbean.com/blog/?p=85
architecturecaribbean.com/blog/?p=249

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CHOGM 2009 – Sustainability & Climate Change in the Commonwealth

CHOGM (Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting) is held every two (2) years and brings together Commonwealth leaders to discuss global and Commonwealth issues, and to agree upon collective policies and initiatives. CHOGM 2009 is being hosted in the city of Port of Spain in the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago on November 27-29, 2009.

This year the main theme is that of Sustainability and climate change. Click to view the Handbook on Climate Change or download here

Click here for a document on Climate change and the Commonwealth.

Click here for the live video stream of the opening Ceremony and Cultural Programme at the National Academy for the Performing Arts today (Friday), starting at 1:50pm.

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I am looking forward to the outcomes of this year’s meetings.

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Punta Figura Lighthouse in Arroyo, Puerto Rico originally uploaded by Bolivar Rodriguez

Cartagena: Plaza de los Coches in Cartagena originally uploaded by Zug55. More on Plaza de los Coches>>>

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