Materials influence architecture through more than appearance. They define touch, sound, temperature, reflection and the way light moves through a space.
Material is part of the experience
Stone, timber, concrete, metal and glass each have their own physical character. The choice between them changes how a room feels and how it is perceived over time.
We consider material selection together with light, proportion and construction rather than treating it as a final decorative decision.
Less, but more deliberate
Limiting the number of materials can often create a stronger and more coherent architectural language. The objective is not variety for its own sake, but clarity.
Material becomes architecture when its physical qualities support the idea of the space.