CREATIVITY GAME

In this context, we present the current edition of The Creativity Game journal. This issue brings together a diverse range of contributions addressing the perception and reality of space – from architectural photography and the geometric harmony of the golden ratio that shapes our understanding of materiality, to discussions on how architectural or urban planning and design respond to challenges such as earthquake risks, climate change and population density. The journal explores how heritage infrastructure can be reimagined for contemporary functions, the impact of digital tools on architecture in the technological era, and the role of innovative teaching methodologies in shaping the future of architectural and urban practices.

We are particularly pleased to feature a contribution from high school students Tija Stritih and Tea Krč, who, under the guidance of their mentor Žana Lampič, explore the presence of the golden ratio in the architecture of Kranj High School. Through architectural plans and geometric analysis, their article, Kranj High School in the Golden Ratio, examines whether the building’s alignment with the golden ratio presents a key factor in its aesthetic harmony.

Ana Skobe’s article, Metamorphosis or the Materiality of Architectural Photography, explores the role of photography as a generative force in architecture. Focusing on the concept of metamorphosis, Skobe positions architectural photography not only as a documentary medium but as a critical tool in shaping architectural perception.

Additionally, the article Earthquake Risk Assessment of Primary Schools in Slovenia, written by Vojko Kilar, Martina Zbašnik-Senegačnik, and Mitja Zorc, analyzes the seismic resistance of school buildings across Slovenia. Based on an analysis of 766 schools, the authors assess which buildings comply with modern seismic regulations and which require urgent renovation to ensure the safety of students and their teachers.

Tomaž Berčič, in his article The Gradual Process of Change: Integrating Shape Grammars in Parametric Tools, investigates the integration of the shape grammar method within modern parametric design tools. Through examples using Rhinoceros 3D and Grasshopper software, Berčič demonstrates how this methodology can enhance the design process and facilitate more effective evaluation of design solutions.

In their article, The Role of the Rupnik Line Defense Infrastructure in Reducing Flood Hazard, Janez P. Grom, Alenka Fikfak, Matija Zorn, and Kristijan Lavtižar examine the dual function of anti-tank walls in the Sovra Valley basin near Žiri. The authors conclude that, in addition to their defensive function, these walls also served as crucial flood protection infrastructure, raising important questions about the multifunctionality of built heritage.

Jernej Červek and Matej Nikšič, in their article Organization of Building Plots of Mixed-Use Buildings in Light of Adapting Settlements to Climate Change Impacts, emphasize the necessity of adapting urban spaces to address new climate conditions. They present a methodological framework for the strategic planning of building plots, advocating for mixed-use development, quality densification, and the integration of green spaces.

In conclusion, the authors and their contributions in this issue provide valuable insights into various aspects of contemporary architectural and urban practice. Cities are not only spaces that we explore and experience; they are dynamic, ever-evolving structures that we co-create and study. We hope that this issue will provoke new questions and inspire thoughtful reflections on the future of the spaces we inhabit.

Wishing you a thought-provoking and inspiring read.

¹Søren Kierkegaard: »Life is not a problem to be solved, but a reality to be experienced.«