ArchDaily

MAY 15, 2024

Image © Pacha Mother / Adrian Hernandez In the quest to promote a more sustainable construction where the use of natural materials contributes to the transmission of local traditions and cultures , an increasing number of architecture projects are exploring different resources and techniques to address environmental, economic, or social concerns.

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Archinect

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

RIBA shares: " Building Contemporary China aims to enrich visitors’ understanding of the techniques and approaches that characterize contemporary Chinese architecture and how these relate to the country’s wider culture and society."

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ArchDaily

DECEMBER 19, 2023

With technological development, techniques were also refined, and in the 19th century, industrialization spread the use of other materials, transforming and expanding the realm of construction: iron and glass. Pavilion ∞ / Atelier Lai © Yilong Zhao Some materials change the course of architecture from the moment they begin to be employed.

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ArchDaily

DECEMBER 3, 2023

While construction techniques have evolved and been updated over the years, there is still a long way to explore where the understanding of climate, geographic location, sustainability, structural requirements, and other factors determine its degree of application.

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ArchDaily

JULY 21, 2023

Image © Mujib Ojeifo In Lagos , a city with a complex urban fabric that includes historical buildings and vast interpretations of contemporary architecture, lies PatrickWaheed Design Consulting (PWDC). These projects brought the Laterite finishing technique to life and now help build the case for a Nigerian architectural language.

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ArchDaily

MAY 23, 2023

Its constructions are also often linked to traditional building techniques from each place. These techniques were developed by populations in a broader historical context based on available resources. Read more »

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Archinect

MARCH 20, 2025

This exhibition blends past techniques and culture with contemporary social environments and needs, besides, it helps to connect things in different time periods related to people and architects' identities, while also providing a vision for the future of Thai architecture.

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ArchDaily

JANUARY 14, 2025

Tree House / 6a Architects Josefina Viaa The preservation of the environment and the harmonious integration of the built and natural elements are fundamental principles in contemporary architecture.

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Architizer

AUGUST 6, 2024

The latest edition of “ Architizer: The World’s Best Architecture ” — a stunning, hardbound book celebrating the most inspiring contemporary architecture from around the globe — is now available. This technique can make the architecture feel more three-dimensional and dynamic, adding a sense of depth and realism. Order your copy today.

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designboom

MAY 16, 2024

the tiles are shaped with a millenary artisanal technique, reimagined in contemporary expressions exploring forms found in nature. The post damián lópez’s mediterránea reimagines artisanal zellige for handcrafted contemporary tiles appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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ArchDaily

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

As contemporary architecture becomes more and more concerned with sustainability and environmental responsibility, the popularity of the material has also increased. In’Cube Danone Research & Innovation Center / Arte Charpentier.

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ArchDaily

MAY 30, 2023

But for some innovative contemporary architects and their clients, the solution is to design a compact, concealable kitchen that can quickly and easily be shuttered out of view. Below, we discuss several examples of hidden kitchens, as well as some common techniques and strategies for designing them. Read more »

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Hotel Designs

APRIL 8, 2025

Image credit: Amoh, a Luxury Collection Resort, Rhodes Guests can unwind in the elegantly appointed guestrooms and suites, featuring a contemporary design which references the islands mythological heritage and the Mediterranean.

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ArchDaily

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

Although these practices are fairly absent in contemporary building techniques, new technological innovations expand the prospects of timber construction in architecture. Through design, the use of trunks or branches of trees in their entirety can accentuate their innate mechanical properties for structural sustainability.

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Archinect

JANUARY 29, 2024

The studio describes its ethos as “valuing a critical design approach, contemporary culture engagement, and innovative construction techniques for elegant, effective, and environmentally sensitive solutions.”

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ArchDaily

SEPTEMBER 2, 2024

What design strategies are applied in the contemporary interiors of bakeries and pastry shops? While architecture can serve as inspiration for the design of forms and configurations of edible elements, it also contributes the techniques of descriptive drawing, architectural composition, and staged planning to the culinary language.

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ArchDaily

FEBRUARY 15, 2023

© M.Khebra / Shutterstock Traditional building solutions tend to work well in their respective contexts, as they have withstood hundreds of years of testing and improvements, and use techniques and materials available locally. Read more »

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ArchDaily

DECEMBER 31, 2023

This knowledge holds insights valuable for shaping contemporary architecture, helping it adapt to both the people and their environments.

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Deezen

APRIL 9, 2025

The inaugural Shakti Design Residency includes pieces by Luca Gruber Misra hopes to strengthen global recognition of Indian artisanship, which she feels remains underrepresented within the contemporary design scene. She has reimagined Indias ornate, decorative architecture in a contemporary way without reducing it," Misra said.

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Architizer

JANUARY 31, 2025

Despite their differences, these architectural expressions shared a common goal: to break away from historicism while creating an architecture that had not been produced before and responded to contemporary realities. Is contemporary architecture an extension of Modernism? What are the defining traits of Modern architecture?

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ArchDaily

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

In the context of contemporary society, many of our activities are carried out digitally, from booking accommodation for travel to manufacturing materials and creating art exhibitions. It fuses multiple influences from various contexts, including architectural work. Read more »

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Deezen

NOVEMBER 18, 2023

Old and new blurred together in this exhibition at Paris ' GSL Gallery, which celebrated contemporary creatives who observe design traditions of the past. Guided by the motto "Remastering The Past", the collective thought it fitting for the show to highlight the fact that traditional design techniques are "very much alive and well".

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Deezen

AUGUST 22, 2024

An extension perched above a ranch house and a 3D-printed home designed by Lake Flato and ICON feature in this roundup of contemporary architecture in Austin , Texas. Find out more about Caddy Shack › The post Ten inventive contemporary houses in Austin appeared first on Dezeen.

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Deezen

OCTOBER 20, 2024

The design seamlessly blends archaic forms with a minimalistic and contemporary aesthetic, which incites a biophilic space." The library's children's section is housed within a lower storage module The bookshelves were also modelled on the typical post-and-lintel assembly and joining techniques found in han-ok homes.

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Archinect

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

The role, based in Brooklyn, NY, calls for an individual who is “passionate about technology-embedded installations, digital fabrication techniques, parametric design, and exploring new technologies in fabrication.”

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Architizer

DECEMBER 3, 2024

Fire safety standards have been enhanced through innovative engineering techniques, and subsidies — such as government grants for sustainable materials and renewable energy integration — are available for sustainable construction projects. Timber’s popularity stems from several factors.

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ArchDaily

SEPTEMBER 25, 2024

Image Courtesy of Pan Architetti Italy's influence on contemporary design has been profound and captivating, with Italian architecture consistently bridging cultural heritage and innovation, from advancements in construction techniques to the evolution of the neoclassical style.

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Architizer

DECEMBER 12, 2024

The design approach strips buildings to their structural essence, making materials and construction techniques integral elements of the aesthetic. Brutalism is now seen as a reflection of the post-war social and cultural climate, sparking debates on its architectural value and integration into contemporary urban landscapes.

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ArchDaily

OCTOBER 20, 2024

Image Courtesy of Rieder Facades / Ditz Fejer Contemporary architecture evolves in tandem with the materials and construction techniques available in each region. One City Park in Bradford, England.

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Deezen

JUNE 16, 2023

In areas of the concrete ceilings, shards of toughened glass have been inlaid to reflect small areas of light, while the traditional technique of using earthenware pots to aid passive cooling has also been used. The post Rain Studio combines raw and reclaimed materials for "native yet contemporary" home appeared first on Dezeen.

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Deezen

MARCH 10, 2025

The Art of the Ramen Bowl features over 300 examples of the traditional noodle dish, both historic and contemporary, showcasing highly specialised ceramic techniques. Diversity in technique and function make Tono a microcosm of the history and development of Japanese ceramics," they stated.

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ArchDaily

JUNE 8, 2023

This technique was used extensively during the Roman Empire and the Middle Ages but fell into disuse with the advance of other building solutions that became more practical. Photo: © Jack Hobhouse The simplest definition of a vaulted ceiling is a self-supporting arched structure to cover a space.

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Deezen

JANUARY 7, 2025

The social influence of the project would see it become a precedent for other contemporary earthen buildings across the region. Following its completion in 2001, the Gando Primary School gained recognition for its revolutionary, sustainable approach.

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Deezen

DECEMBER 22, 2024

Renovations and adaptive reuse continue to be key trends in contemporary architecture. Home to the world's largest collection of contemporary Nordic art, the museum occupies a huge former grain silo building. The building is located in the northern Czech city of Ostrava and boasts six rotating concrete walls.

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Architizer

OCTOBER 23, 2024

Large conservation sites, cultural landmarks and even smaller historic buildings offer a gateway to the past, which admittedly cannot be reproduced through contemporary architecture. Architectural heritage has always been romanticized.

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ArchDaily

MARCH 7, 2022

This is an extremely traditional and historic building technique, but which is rarely attributed to contemporary buildings. But its connection also encompasses the built heritage of the region, more specifically because of its covering with straw, harvested and dried close to the land. Read more ».

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ArchDaily

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

Originally proposed in 1764 by Ventura Rodríguez, its design has been reimagined and will now be executed using contemporary wooden construction techniques. Over the years, various works have been undertaken—including the recent adaptation of tourist access to the domes —but one major task remains: the gable roof. Read more »

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