NEVER MIND THE SLOP.

The article focuses on architect Carl Trenfield’s meticulous and gradual design approach, characterized by layering subtle, detailed elements rather than dramatic features. In a recent renovation of an Arts and Crafts-style home, Trenfield employed techniques such as 3D-printed cradles and laser-cut...

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Publicado en:RIBA Journal Vol. 133; no. 2; pp. 11 - 12
Autor principal: Armitage-Hookes, Flo
Formato: Artículo
Publicado: RIBA Enterprises Ltd 2026
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Sumario:The article focuses on architect Carl Trenfield’s meticulous and gradual design approach, characterized by layering subtle, detailed elements rather than dramatic features. In a recent renovation of an Arts and Crafts-style home, Trenfield employed techniques such as 3D-printed cradles and laser-cut foam stamps to create delicate ceiling motifs, adjusting the design through iterative refinements to achieve balance. His collaborative process with trusted makers emphasizes craftsmanship and intuition, positioning itself as a response against detached design practices, overreliance on artificial intelligence, and rapid construction methods.