As Habitus hits a landmark 50th issue, we are exploring what design longevity means in the modern age.
By their very nature, architecture and design are slow mediums. And they need to be. Buildings, much like the furniture and objects within these pages, are not made to be used once and thrown away. In this sense, design should always be imbued with legacy, longevity and sustainability. While that’s not always the case, the projects, people and products that have been carefully selected for this special issue of Habitus show just what it means to leave an indelible mark – a legacy. This issue offers a moment to reflect on the legacy of Habitus with features and projects that consider the environment and materiality in a whole new way.
