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The article titled "Infidelities" explores the concept of loyalty and its implications in various contexts, such as discipline, institutions, practice, and personal identity. The authors, who are architectural educators and researchers from diverse backgrounds, discuss the Western/Muslim divide as a main inspiration for their exploration. They also examine the tensions between secular and religious modes of thinking and the need to account for knowledge that falls beyond postcolonial and postmodern recognition. The article reflects on the ongoing genocide and its impact on the authors' sense of agency and ability to build alliances across difference. It also touches on the role of time, decolonization, and the environment in architectural thinking. This text explores various perspectives on architecture and its relationship with different aspects of society and the environment. It discusses the use of artificial intelligence in architectural design, the importance of valuing marginalized voices and histories in architecture, and the potential for sound to enhance architectural experiences. The text also delves into the intersection of technology, violence, and gender in architecture, as well as the role of art and curatorial practices in shaping meaning and understanding. It concludes with reflections on grief, hope, and the afterlife of catastrophic events in architecture. The authors of the text are Aya Musmar, Nishat Awan, and Menna Agha, who are scholars and practitioners in the field of architecture. [Extracted from the article] |
