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The Imperative of Adaptive Reuse in a Disposable Culture

SW Oregon Architect

Commons Addition, North Eugene High School (2004-2024) by Robertson/Sherwood/Architects pc I’ve outlasted several of the projects I worked on during my career. Robertson/Sherwood/Architects designed significant renovations and an addition to the school, which were completed in 2004, a scant two decades ago.

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Diébédo Francis Kéré's Gando Primary School was the most significant building of 2001

Deezen

The social influence of the project would see it become a precedent for other contemporary earthen buildings across the region. In 2004 the school won a prestigious Aga Khan Award for Architecture for its "utterly appropriate" design launching Kr's career just as he completed his degree.

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Fifteen Indian design brands worth knowing

Deezen

The city saw the launch of India's first collectable design gallery, Æquō , in 2022, while a new contemporary design fair, Design Mumbai , debuted this month. Phantom Hands Bangalore-based Phantom Hands is a brand combining heritage products with contemporary designs. Viya is Goyal's own brand, founded in Delhi in 2004.

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Monumental Design: 10 Global Practices Redefining Cultural Architecture

Architizer

From museums to theaters and libraries, cultural projects reflect contemporary life. So too do each of the following firms expand traditional ideas and techniques by reinterpreting history. Ever since it was established in 2004, by Ma Yanson, the practice has earned a reputation for experimental, inventive, and forward-looking work.

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Building Melbourne: Amazing Architecture Across Australia’s Cultural Capital

Architizer

From its historic structures to its contemporary skyscrapers, Melbourne’s architecture blends building techniques and modern design approaches. As the “cultural capital” of Australia, the city’s buildings are iconic landmarks.

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Revealed: Architizer’s Firm of the Year and 4 More Special Honorees Named for the 12th Annual A+Awards

Architizer

Notably, Sanjay Puri Architects is known for enhancing energy efficiency through innovative architectural techniques that harness natural resources like light and air, in particular through unconventional plans, careful siting and innovative massing.

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Six student jewellery design projects that explore identity

Deezen

This roundup includes neckpieces that reference African culture, jewellery items that combine modern and traditional craft techniques and accessories that draw on popular culture. She used a combination of contemporary 3D printing technology and traditional craftsmanship practices. View the full school show ›.