Architecture Engineers Award

Throughout history , crises have profoundly influenced architectural theory and practice, shaping how societies design and construct built environments. Economic collapses, ecological disruptions, warfare, political instability, and pandemics have not only imposed constraints but also unlocked new opportunities for innovation in architecture. This research proposes that crises be reconsidered as analytical tools, reframing them as kriserion, a metaphor derived from the Greek etymological roots of the term crisis , meaning sieve. By situating crises as epistemological sieves, architecture gains a transformative framework through which tectonic theory can be reinterpreted, expanding the production of architectural knowledge beyond traditional dichotomies. Crisis as an Analytical Epistemic Tool The notion of crisis, rather than being viewed solely as a disruptive or destructive force, can serve as a critical lens for epistemological inquiry in architecture. By reinterpreting crisis as a...