There really isn’t much to say, Brickwork by Daniel Widrig speaks for itself. Particularly when one learns that it is in fact constructed of chipboard. Yes, chipboard. That damning modeling material that is only better than cardboard because it lacks corrugation. One might exclaim ‘but chipboard is so thin! How can this be?! It looks carved’ And I would be forced to answer ‘I don’t know. It does look carved.’ Even the apparent cut lines do not provide and straight explanation. The chipboard I know doesn’t fold that well or easily.
Courtesy of Daniel Widrig
Matt Davis is a Virginia Tech graduate and one of the founding editors behind Arch2O. Launching the platform in mid‑2012 alongside fellow Hokies, he helped shape its identity as an international hub for design innovation and critical dialogue . With a foundation in architectural education and a passion for uncovering unconventional design approaches, Matt has contributed significantly—both editorially and strategically—to Arch2O’s growth, ensuring that emerging architects, academics, and creatives have a space to question, explore, and elevate the built environment.