Giovanna Borasi (Ed.), A Section of Now: Social Norms and Rituals as Sites for Architectural Intervention. Leipzig, CCA/Spector Books, 368 pp.

The exhibition A Section of Now: Social Norms and Rituals as Sites for Architectural Intervention, held at the Canadian Centre for Architecture (CCA) in Montreal from November 2021 to May 2022, explores how societal transformations challenge traditional architectural responses. Curated by Giovanna Borasi, the exhibition and its accompanying volume investigate misalignments between contemporary lifestyles and the built environment. Through six thematic sections and diverse examples, it highlights innovative approaches to housing and cohabitation, addressing issues like affordability, individualism, and non-traditional living arrangements. The catalogue underscores architecture’s role in adapting to societal shifts, emphasizing new ownership models, shared spaces, and the need for foresight in designing inclusive, future-oriented environments.