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Who Is Liu Jiakun? 10 Things to Know About the 2025 Pritzker Architecture Laureate

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Chengdu Museum of Contemporary Arts. Image Arch-Exist Liu Jiakun, the 2025 Pritzker Prize winner, has spent decades redefining Chinese architecture by combining utopia with function and social engagement with personal memory. His buildings are reflections of the everyday lives of ordinary people, crafted with an understanding of place, culture, and materiality.

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11 projects by 2025 Pritzker Prize winner Liu Jiakun

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As Archinect reported this morning , Chengdu architect Liu Jiakun has been announced as the winner of the 2025 Pritzker Prize , one of the architecture world's most prestigious awards. Liu has built a career spanning over four decades, developing projects that blend modernity with traditional Chinese architectural elements. Rooted in cultural, historical, and social considerations, the architect's work often seeks to create spaces that serve and uplift communities.

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How AfroVFX is Introducing African Animators to the Rest of the World

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Meet AfroVFX, the trailblazing organization empowering Africas VFX and animation talent. Learn how Chaos collaboration is turning vision into reality.

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Zaha Hadid Architects designs conjoined towers for Naples masterplan

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Two sweeping towers will form the centrepiece of Napoli Porta Est, a masterplan developed by British studio Zaha Hadid Architects to regenerate industrial areas in eastern Naples , Italy. The conjoined towers, which will contain offices including the headquarters for the regional government, will be linked at the base that swoops up from the ground.

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The Constructor's Digital Transformation Playbook: Reducing Risk With Technology

Speaker: Dylan Secrest

Construction projects are high-stakes operations where even minor inefficiencies can lead to costly delays, safety concerns, and budget overruns. Managing risk in construction has always been a challenge, but as projects grow in complexity, traditional methods no longer cut it. Enter Digital Transformation - a game changer approach that replaces inefficiency with AI-powered analytics, real-time monitoring, and automated workflows to proactively manage risk.

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bjarke ingels group plans ornamental airport in bhutan with intricate woodcarvings

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bjarke ingels will work with local artists for intricate carvings across the timber airport, inspired by bhutan's traditional architecture. The post bjarke ingels group plans ornamental airport in bhutan with intricate woodcarvings appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Ricardo Scofidio, visionary architect and DS+R co-founder, dies at 89

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Visionary architect and co-founder of Diller Scofidio + Renfro (DS+R) Ricardo Scofidio died at 89. The firm announced that Scofidio died peacefully on March 6, 2025, surrounded by loved ones, including his life and work partner of many years, Elizabeth Diller. Scofidio formed DS+R, with Diller, in 1979, reinventing modern architecture over a decades-long career.

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Oliver Markowski — Head of 3D, RISE

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Oliver Markowski returns to discuss the future of USD, MaterialX, and Gaussian Splats, plus RISEs work on Guardians Vol. 3, Megalopolis, and Fallout.

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Driverless Maserati racing car sets world record for autonomous speed

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Italian automobile brand Maserati has set a new land speed record with its driverless MC20 Coupe, which reached 197.7 miles per hour without a driver at the helm during a racing event at Florida's Kennedy Space Center. The self-driving Maserati set the record as part of last week's The Indy Autonomous Challenge , billed as the world's only active autonomous racing car event, at the Space Florida Launch and Landing Facility (LLF) in NASA 's Kennedy Space Center.

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Celebrating 50 WA Awards: The 20 most visited exploring different Approaches and Territories

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We&#;re preparing to celebrate the â Cycles of the World Architecture Community Awards (WA Awards)! As we conclude the öth Cycle of the World Architecture Community Awards, we reflect on the remarkable projects that have enriched contemporary architectu.

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Revolutionize Concrete Durability with Kryton’s Integral Waterproofing Solutions

Kryton International leads the way in integral waterproofing solutions for concrete, helping architects, engineers, and developers protect their projects from moisture-related damage. With Kryton's Krystol Internal Membrane (KIM) technology, concrete becomes inherently waterproof, extending the lifespan of structures while minimizing maintenance. This proven technology is trusted worldwide for its ability to self-seal micro-cracks, protect against water ingress, and withstand harsh conditions.

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Liu Jiakun: Get to Know the 2025 Pritzker Winner's Work

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Culture The Renovation of Tianbao Cave District of Erlang Town. Image Arch-Exist The 2025 Pritzker Prize has been awarded this year to Chinese Architect Liu Jiakun. Born in Chengdu in 1956, he grew up in the densifying city, before attending and graduating from the Chongqing Architecture and Engineering College ( Chongqing University) in 1982 with a Bachelor of Engineering degree in Architecture, and becoming one of the first college graduates to be tasked with rebuilding the country during the

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Liu Jiakun wins the 2025 Pritzker Prize

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Chinese architect Liu Jiakun, founder of Jiakun Architects , has been awarded the 2025 Pritzker Prize. Born in Chengdu in 1956, Liu has built a career spanning over four decades, developing projects that blend modernity with traditional Chinese architectural elements. Rooted in cultural, historical, and social considerations, the architect's work often seeks to create spaces that serve and uplift communities.

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liu jiakun honored with 2025 pritzker architecture prize

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liu, founder of jiakun architects, is recognized for his deeply humanistic approach, crafting spaces that intertwine the everyday with the utopian. The post liu jiakun honored with 2025 pritzker architecture prize appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Liu Jiakun wins 2025 Pritzker Architecture Prize

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Chinese architect Liu Jiakun has been named the winner of this year's Pritzker Architecture Prize for his buildings that "celebrate the everyday lives of people". Liu is the 54th laureate of the annual Pritzker Architecture Prize , which is considered the most significant award in international architecture. This year's jury, chaired by Chilean architect Alejandro Aravena , selected Liu in recognition of how he has placed people and communities at the forefront throughout his four-decade career.

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Overcoming Challenges in Specification Writing for Architecture

This ebook is a helpful guide for architects & specification writers, focusing on the crucial role specifications play in building design. It dives into different types, relevant regulations, & best practices to keep in mind. You’ll find practical tips.

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Peris+Toral Stacks a Variety of Housing Types to Create a Dense Apartment Tower in Barcelona

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The seasoned residential firm organizes senior, affordable, and refugee housing around a soaring atrium with elevated walkways and timber-framed patios.

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Wooden Parking Garage Wendlingen / Herrmann + Bosch Architekten

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Roland Halbe architects: Herrmann + Bosch Architekten Location: Wendlingen, Germany Project Year: 2024 Photographs: Roland Halbe Photographs: Achim Birnbaum Photographs: Courtesy of Herrmann + Bosch Architekten Area: 10880.

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Seven essential designs by the late Ricardo Scofidio, co-founder of DS+R

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DS+R co-founding principal Ricardo Scofidio passed away yesterday at the age of 89, leaving behind many important buildings and other great architectural designs that will now be reexamined in the context of their critical success and relationship to contemporary architectural discourse. As a body of work, they represent what has been labeled as a "veritable reinvention of New York’s public spaces, cultural institutions and educational facilities" by his hometown newspaper.

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designing for 2026: how milan’s architecture is evolving ahead of the winter olympics

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as milan prepares for the 2026 winter olympics, it is being reshaped with projects by kengo kuma, BIG, stefano boeri, and chipperfield. The post designing for 2026: how milans architecture is evolving ahead of the winter olympics appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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The Ultimate Guide To Data-Driven Construction: Optimize Projects, Reduce Risks, & Boost Innovation

Speaker: Donna Laquidara-Carr, PhD, LEED AP, Industry Insights Research Director at Dodge Construction Network

In today’s construction market, owners, construction managers, and contractors must navigate increasing challenges, from cost management to project delays. Fortunately, digital tools now offer valuable insights to help mitigate these risks. However, the sheer volume of tools and the complexity of leveraging their data effectively can be daunting. That’s where data-driven construction comes in.

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"Art deco designers shared a desire for an aesthetic appropriate for a modern world"

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One hundred years ago this April, the Exposition Internationale des Arts Dcoratifs introduced art deco to the world. To kick off our Art Deco Centenary series, Kathleen Murphy Skolnik gives an overview of the style. Art deco, the name now given to the modern, exuberant decorative movement of the 1920s and '30s, is a term that defies definition. Although commonly associated with such features as stylisation, verticality, geometric forms and sunburst, fountain and floral motifs, its visual manifes

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​​A toast to 10 years of Corona: A decade of rendering brilliance

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Grab a drink and get cozy. Celebrate Corona's 10th birthday with us by looking back at its journey, from its humble student development roots to the go-to archviz renderer it is today, 20 releases later!

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BIG Unveils Design for Gelephu International Airport, Showcased at Venice Biennale 2025

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Gelephu Airport. Image BIG BIG (Bjarke Ingels Group) has unveiled plans for Bhutan's Gelephu International Airport , a project that aims to combine traditional craftsmanship with contemporary design. As the country's second international airport, it is a key component of the Gelephu Mindfulness City (GMC) masterplan, designed to accommodate future growth while reflecting Bhutan's cultural and environmental values.

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NYC expands ONE's Coney Island West master plan with new RFP

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One Architecture & Urbanism (ONE) is involved in a new RFP released by the New York City Economic Development Corporation (NYCEDC) calling to make the beloved Coney Island section of Brooklyn "more livable" with 1,500 new residential units. The plan additionally calls for the $42 million renovation of a sports and recreation center and the reconstruction of the historic Riegelmann Boardwalk.

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Architectural Visualization Trends and the Rise of AI

A new industry study conducted by Architizer on behalf of Chaos Enscape surveyed 2,139 design professionals to understand the state of architectural visualization and what to expect in the near future. We asked: How are visualizations produced in your firm? What impact does real-time rendering have? What approach are you taking toward the rise of AI?

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shell + core draws influence from tadao ando with design of otaku café in abu dhabi

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wabi sabi and japanese design principles inform the interior design of the otaku caf by shell + core. The post shell + core draws influence from tadao ando with design of otaku caf in abu dhabi appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Lenovo unveils solar-powered laptop that charges itself

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Chinese technology brand Lenovo has revealed a prototype of what it's calling the "world's first ultraslim solar-powered PC", which looks like a regular laptop but runs on energy from the sun. On show now at the Mobile World Congress (MWC), an annual technology trade show in Barcelona, Lenovo 's concept Yoga Solar PC swaps out the laptop's usual top panel for edge-to-edge solar cells.

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Enscape Turns 10! Celebrate a Decade of Industry-Leading Real-Time Visualization

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To celebrate 10 Years of Enscape, we're running a community contest encouraging you to showcase your best Enscape rendering with exclusive prizes to be won.

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Villa Rosa / E-H Atelier d'Architectures + L-H Atelier + Sarah Poniatowski

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Marc Lacroix architects: E-H Atelier d'Architectures architects: L-H Atelier architects: Sarah Poniatowski Location: Marrakech, Amizmiz, Morocco Project Year: 2024 Photographs: Marc Lacroix Area: 1000.

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From Plan to Reality: Unlocking the Power of Aerial Imagery for AEC

Aerial imagery has emerged as a necessary tool for architecture, engineering, and construction firms seeking to improve pre-construction site analysis, make more informed planning decisions, and ensure all stakeholders have access to an accurate visualization of the site to keep the project moving forward. Download our guide and take a deeper look at how aerial imagery can be leveraged to drive project efficiency by reducing unnecessary site visits and providing the accurate details required to