Once you see it, you can’t unsee it. Examples of hostile architecture, also known as hostile design or defensible architecture, are everywhere in cities and public spaces.

One of the highlights of the Israel Museum's 60th-anniversary celebration is 'The Medium and the Message,' an exhibition on printmaking. In 2025, the Israel Museum marks its 60th anniversary with a ...

Some southeast Louisiana intersections are changing in an attempt by officials to discourage panhandling. But critics worry about the broader message being sent. Why it matters: So-called hostile ...

Text:“You’ve seen it. That bench with an armrest casually placed to prevent anyone from lying down.” Alt text: A bench in Cal Anderson Park with a central armrest that prevents people from lying down.