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Revisiting Skyscraper Design: The Benefits of Responsive Facades and Passive Designs

ArchDaily

Image © Stephen Bridger via Shutterstock Our contemporary society has been witnessing a surge in skyscraper construction in urban centers worldwide for various reasons—including engineering advancements, increased urban density , space constraints, and, arguably, a competitive drive for building the tallest structures.

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Rob Diaz uses all natural materials to build house in Los Angeles

Deezen

The brief for the four-bedroom, five-bathroom property in Studio City "was to design a home using all natural materials", according to Diaz, who has developed several single-family homes across the city. The post Rob Diaz uses all natural materials to build house in Los Angeles appeared first on Dezeen.

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MAD "cracks open" facade of Denver residential building

Deezen

MAD Architects has unveiled the One River North apartment block in Denver Located next to a major interstate and light rail line, the 15-storey block's western facade has a curved facade clad in a glass curtain wall with a massive cut "cracking" the building open. The photography is by Iwan Baan unless otherwise stated.

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Maximizing Natural Light in New Construction and Additions

Santa Cruz Architect

Natural light is an essential design element that profoundly impacts a home’s aesthetics, energy efficiency, and livability. For architects, contractors, and homeowners planning new builds or home additions, incorporating ample daylight into design not only enhances comfort but also adds significant value.

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When Natural Disasters Threaten Modernist Icons

Dwell

He was in Italy when Helene hit so he asked a community worker to check on the buildings in the early morning hours after the storm so that he could assess the damage. "He When first responders attempted to remove the cabana debris, like broken glass and cracked and displaced slabs, someone tipped Strang off.

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ODA completes New York residential building with a glass box facade

Archinect

ODA Architecture has completed a residential scheme at 101 West 14th Street in New York City defined by a glass box facade. Image credit: Michael Young Image credit: Michael Young The building’s exterior features a glass box facade with fractal geometry to create a “sense of lightness, airiness, and depth,” according to ODA.

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Ten "outstanding British buildings" that are now eligible for heritage listing

Deezen

Conservation group Twentieth Century Society has selected 10 UK buildings turning 30 to launch Coming of Age, a campaign drawing attention to the architecture it believes should be granted listed status. These wonderfully rich and varied buildings offer us a snapshot of the now not-so-recent past."

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