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Brooks + Scarpa "revitalises traditional forms" with gabled North Carolina house

Deezen

Brooks + Scarpa designed the home for long-time clients who were ready to trade their decade-long life in the Hollywood film industry for a tranquil lifestyle reminiscent of their upbringing near Montreal, Canada. This lower bar is transparent on both sides, acting like a glazed loggia that immerses residents in the forest.

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A Night to Remember: Architects Take Center Stage at the A+Awards Gala in Chengdu

Architizer

Architizer's 13th A+Awards features a suite of sustainability-focused categories recognizing designers that are building a greener industry — and a better future. It allows architecture to coexist harmoniously with the social, historical and natural contexts that sustain us, thereby fostering a vibrant and dynamic vitality in our cities.”

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Multipurpose community park in rural Norway designed with local residents

Deezen

A concrete bench helps to demarcate different zones The pavilion, which has a green roof to make it "an integral part of the landscape", features rain chains that bring rainwater down to beds planted with meadow plants. Surrounding planting and landscaping provide green spaces, gardens and quiet zones for relaxation and informal gatherings.

Design 111
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How a Diverse Portfolio of Architectural Projects Unlocks the Wisdom of Travel

Architizer

Designing for clients from diverse cultural backgrounds or creating spaces in vastly different environments requires an architect to step outside their comfort zone and approach each project with fresh eyes. Similarly, architects grow profoundly when working with clients from varied cultural and social backgrounds.

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Clay Pot Bio-Acoustic Plant Walls: How CSI Creative Allows Architects to Build With Nature

Architizer

Drawing from the cultural richness of handmade clay pots found in African and Central and South American traditions, at the core of the Clay Pot Wall is a commitment to sustainability and human-centric design. Sustainability is a key aspect of this product, from its materials to its recoverable attachment system.

Nature 124
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Studio Naqshbandi surrounds Indian spiritual hub with bio-ponds for "journey of discovery"

Deezen

The ponds contain lilies, lotuses and local fish that help purify the water The centre is located on a low-lying and waterlogged site, and the client originally wanted to fill the plot with earth. Inside the Sri Aurobindo Integral Life Centre are five main zones.

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The Architect’s Standard of Care

SW Oregon Architect

This requires making informed decisions during the design process, considering such factors as client requirements, budget limitations, sustainability, and safety. Regular updates, consultations, and seeking client input are essential.