Clothing design and architecture are two disciplines which are linked. I can only guess at the reasons for this, but it is indelibly the case. This series of garments designed by Croation designer Matija Čop take inspiration from the techniques and forms found in gothic architecture.
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Formed using a series of tabs and slots which are cut using a laser into small, rectangular pieces of soft, UV and water-resistant foam. This method negates the need for adhesives or stitching and makes the garments essentially infinitely reusable.
Courtesy of Matija Čop
They can, at any time, be deconstructed and reformed into a new garment or similar or completely different form. As one glances through the different pieces, it is possible to pick out arches, rose windows, turrets, and many other referential forms.
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.