Malgorzata TOMCZAK
The metaphysics of the garage, or values in practice - edited by BBGK
There is a lot of talk about values in architecture. In fact, everyone talks about them. But not everyone makes them into a design methodology. And that's where BBGK's success lies - they have clearly and lucidly defined goals and a vision for everything that comes out of their studio. But actually that's not what I wanted to write about, because it's all described, shown and edited in a very interesting way in this issue of A&B. This issue of BBGK. Rather, I wanted to write about the fact that when you work in architecture and urban planning, watch even dozens of projects a day, follow discussions, debates, exhibitions, sometimes fight by various means for a better quality of urbanized space, you have a rational and sober view of things. Entering the world of BBGK projects and realizations, in addition to rationality and appreciation of very good architecture, outstanding at times, there is something else. Something that, after twenty years in the profession of editor of a magazine and portal about architecture, is not so obvious. It is emotion. Very subtle ones. You can feel them at the Katyn Museum, when you realize how much humility and tenderness define this project. You can feel them when we talk about the design of the Warsaw Social District, the Emilia pavilion, and even prefabrication, when the narrative about the hard work of construction workers shines through. I thank you for that.
I also thank you for this issue - extremely carefully structured and guided. Readers get a portion of wonderful, very interestingly described projects, conversations about how to change the world with design tools, a lot of sensitivity, knowledge and guidance. It was a great pleasure to work with you.
