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In Pursuit of Health: How Medical Concerns Shaped Modernist Architecture

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Rijksdienst voor het Cultureel Erfgoed. Image Rijksdienst voor het Cultureel Erfgoed, via Wikipedia under CC BY-SA 4.0 The intersection of architecture and medicine profoundly shaped modernist design, where transparency, light , and air became essential tools in the pursuit of health. Emerging from the tuberculosis crisis of the late 19th and early 20th centuries, the sanatorium evolved beyond a medical facility into a testing ground for architectural innovation.

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Large 101 Freeway wildlife crossing reaches important construction milestone

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The first layers of soil are down as construction is now ramping up the pace on what will be the world’s largest wildlife crossing above the 101 Freeway in the Santa Monica Mountains/Agoura Hills. The $92 million project named for Wallis Annenberg spans 200 feet into the Los Angeles neighborhood of Simi Hills. It was devised to protect the local population of mountain lions from further disruptions to their habitat and allow for other important activities (mating and hunting) that will hel

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IKEA to build two-kilometre-long store that is "impossible to get lost in"

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IKEA is working on plans for a linear store that would depart from the Swedish home-furnishings retailer's usual labyrinthine layout, Dezeen can reveal. Planned for an unconfirmed site, the proposed outlet will stretch to almost two kilometres in length to accommodate all the necessary showrooms and warehouse space. An architectural rendering obtained by Dezeen shows a long, narrow volume in IKEA's signature blue and yellow colours.

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davide macullo on drawing from albania’s heritage & terrain for upcoming residential towers

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our designs emerge from their context,' the architect tells designboom, discussing the upcoming projects on albania's southern coast and in the forested hills of tirana. The post davide macullo on drawing from albania’s heritage & terrain for upcoming residential towers appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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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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Scott Ross — UPSTART: The Digital Film Revolution – Managing the Unmanageable

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Scott Ross on the state of VFX, Hollywoods broken system, glimmers of hopeand his new book UPSTART: The Digital Film Revolution Managing the Unmanageable.

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Inside the Thomas Phifer home featured in Severance and available on Airbnb

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On March 14th, Severance aired episode nine of its second season on Apple+. The science fiction dystopian thriller series follows employees of Lumon Industries, a mysterious corporation where select workers undergo a procedure called “severance,” which surgically divides their work and personal memories. The story centers on Mark Scout (Adam Scott), a grieving man who begins to question the true nature of the company and the ethical implications of the severance procedure.

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Copyright exemption plans for AI are "nothing less than vandalism" say UK architects and designers

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Leading UK architects and designers including David Chipperfield, Jasper Morrison and Amanda Levete have opposed government plans to allow artificial intelligence companies to train their models on copyrighted work without consent. A letter signed by 38 big names in the industry accuses technology secretary Peter Kyle of "running roughshod over one of our most productive and precious sectors".

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imaginary objects builds child-sized, treehouse-inspired ‘kid cabin’ in thailand

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somewhere between a backyard fort and a modernist miniature, the 'kid cabin' is a grounded treehouse in thailand. The post imaginary objects builds child-sized, treehouse-inspired ‘kid cabin’ in thailand appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Portland’s Midland Library, renovated by Colloqate and Bora, abounds with artwork and gathering spaces

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Visitors encounter community spaces enlivened with colorful artwork from murals to a covered events plaza before even entering Portland, Oregons renovated and expanded Midland Library by Colloqate and Bora Architecture The post Portlands Midland Library, renovated by Colloqate and Bora, abounds with artwork and gathering spaces appeared first on The Architects Newspaper.

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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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Group 91: The Dublin Competition That Became a Turning Point for Irish Architecture

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Meeting House Square, Temple Bar. Image Courtesy of Sean Harrington Architects The veteran Irish architecture critic Shane O'Toole once remarked that when traveling in Europe in the 1970s, "The universal comment was <is there modern architecture in Ireland?> Now, in less than 50 years, we've gone to a Pritzker Prize and two RIBA Royal Gold Medallists in five years.

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Davidson Prize longlist names 19 radical new proposals for 2025 theme 'Streets Ahead'

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The longlist for this year’s Davidson Prize has been announced for the competition’s fifth edition, which is organized around the theme of 'Streets Ahead.' This year’s brief asked designers to consider issues latent within the UK government’s five-year, 1.5 million new homes target. A mix of sites in different settings—from post-industrial Tyneside to the barren Isle of Wight—were considered by the select group of 16 multidisciplinary teams.

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Tim Fu uses AI as "design collaborator" for Slovenian housing development

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Designer Tim Fu has unveiled plans for a housing development close to Slovenia 's Lake Bled, which he claims is the first architecture project to use AI at all design stages. Set to be built on a protected heritage site, the Lake Bled Estate is the "first fully AI-driven architectural project", Fu said. It will include six villas with large arched windows designed with artificial intelligence (AI) and organised around a central garden, alongside an existing house built in 1909.

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DS+R completes al-mujadilah, the world’s first contemporary mosque for women in doha

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the building addresses the evolving needs of women in religious, educational, and social domains through a forward-thinking spatial language. The post DS+R completes al-mujadilah, the world’s first contemporary mosque for women in doha appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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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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Amant Art Campus in Brooklyn by SOLID OBJECTIVES IDENBURG LIU (SO–IL)

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In a city where density often dictates form, Amant, designed by SO IL, offers an alternative architectural proposition that privileges fragmentation over monumentality and permeability over enclosure. Located in. The post Amant Art Campus in Brooklyn by SOLID OBJECTIVES IDENBURG LIU (SOIL) appeared first on ArchEyes.

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BIG Unveils Timber-Structured Design for the New Hungarian Natural History Museum in Debrecen

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New Hungarian Natural History Museum in Debrecen. Image BIG BIG, Bjarke Ingels Group , has been selected to design the new Hungarian Natural History Museum in Debrecen. Located on a former sports ground at the northern edge of the city's Great Forest, Nagyerd, the 23,000 m museum is being developed in collaboration with Vikr s Lukcs pts Stdi , Museum Studio , and TYPSA.

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Gehry’s Disney Concert Hall to be repurposed as Olympic skate ramp for 2028 LA Games

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In a bold and unexpected move, the LA 2028 Olympic Committee has announced plans to temporarily convert the iconic Walt Disney Concert Hall into a state-of-the-art skateboarding mega ramp. Designed by architect Frank Gehry and completed in 2003, the stainless-steel-clad concert hall is known for its flowing, sculptural forms which, according to Olympic organizers, are “basically already half pipe-adjacent.

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New York City releases first new subway map in decades

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New York 's Metropolitan Transport Authority has released a redesigned map of its subway system, which maintains the colours of the prior one while "simplifying" it. The redesigned map was unveiled on 2 April and will act as a wayfinding tool for the 3.6 million daily users of the city's subway system. It features clean, geometric shapes that represent landmasses, transected by thick graphic lines rendered in the well-known colours that mark each line.

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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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also architects crafts modular umbrella-like installations made of bamboo and tensed fabric

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Also Architects designs for Urban Nomad Art Museum in china As part of the R-Day Music Festival in Chengmai, Hainan, Also Architects developed a series of modular art installations for the Urban Nomad Art Museum. The project was designed to align with the museum’s concept of ‘borderless curation’ while ensuring ease of assembly, disassembly, […] The post also architects crafts modular umbrella-like installations made of bamboo and tensed fabric appeared first on designboo

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The Standard, Brussels – continuing to defy convention

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Hotel Designs The Standard, Brussels continuing to defy convention The Standard, Brussels continuing to defy convention After the successes of The Standard, London and The Standard, Ibiza, The Standard hotel brand is ready to embark on its next chapter in Europe this spring with the debut of its newest hotel in Belgium’s lively capital welcome to The Standard, Brussels… The Standard, Brussels is part of the innovative ZIN redevelopment project in the Northern Quarter, a dynamic mi

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Seriema House / TETRO Arquitetura

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Luisa Lage architects: TETRO Arquitetura Location: Brumadinho, Minas Gerais, Brazil Project Year: 2025 Photograph: Luisa Lage Area: 350.

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Switzerland's Rhône Glacier comes into focus in new Canadian Centre for Architecture exhibition

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This spring in Montreal , be sure not to miss the Canadian Centre for Architecture ’s look at the climate implications and appeal inherent in the popular Rhône Glacier in Switzerland. Curators for Oscillating Spaces promote its examination there as a useful case study that will, in turn, answer questions lingering over architecture’s ability to adapt to unstable environmental conditions.

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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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Lorcan O’Herlihy creates fire-resistant Trancas House 2.0 in Malibu

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Architect Lorcan O'Herlihy of LOHA has created a concrete home in Malibu , USA, to replace a 1980s house he designed for his parents, which was destroyed by a 2018 wildfire. Named Trancas House 2.0, the home sits on a hilly site in Malibu that has views towards the Pacific Ocean. Trancas House 2.0 rests on a hilly site in Malibu The home, which completed in 2024, was not affected by the recent Palisades Fire , which killed 12 people and destroyed over 6,800 structures.

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‘eastern blocks II’ captures post-war concrete suburbs across former eastern bloc cities

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this volume captures the monolithic charm and quiet endurance of modernist and brutalist architecture across ten cities. The post ‘eastern blocks II’ captures post-war concrete suburbs across former eastern bloc cities appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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AI-Enhanced Architectural Visualization Workflow Using Enscape and Veras

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With the recent acquisition of EvolveLAB by Chaos, it will be exciting to see how the strengths of the Chaos AI Enhancer and Veras combine to create a more complete and robust workflow for architects and visualization specialists.

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hand-in-hand house / nendo

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Masahiro Ohgami architects: nendo Location: Karuizawa, Nagano Prefecture, Japan Project Year: 2024 Photographs: Masahiro Ohgami Area: 142.

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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