Beauty is a subjective concept that changes over time. Just like the evolution of fashion –the idea of what is considered aesthetic and beautiful in architecture and design is constantly evolving.  Beauty is very much in the eye of the beholder – it is not a singular concept.

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This is especially true when it comes to designing homes and public spaces. The places and spaces where we spend our free time have to be designed to improve the quality of life.   And for this, beauty is more than just aestheticism or neo-classical façades. Instead, it is about taking a holistic approach and focusing on place-making.

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Functionality, flexibility, and adaptability in design are key to creating spaces that foster communities, as well as providing high-quality homes that people actually want and align with their needs.

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At DATUM, we look to embrace these concepts of practicality and adaptability when defining beauty for comfortable and homely spaces. This means providing architectural designs to improve mental wellbeing, reduce pollution, a central area for the local community to gather, and places that are designed to withstand the uncomfortable heat of the summer.  

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It’s a virtuous cycle: if we can create great homes and an innate sense of social value, then beauty will follow.

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Ultimately, it’s true that high-quality design and place-making do require a concept of beauty, but we cannot forget that part of what makes a place beautiful is its functionality, flexibility and social value.

To build better homes, we need to create places that bring people into central areas and connect us back to nature, while providing a quality product that will foster thriving communities for years to come.