ArchDaily

OCTOBER 29, 2024

40-storey building utilizing ClearVue BIPV products, solar glazing, and solar cladding. This vision opens new possibilities for the design of urban structures, promoting a more sustainable approach that aligns with contemporary needs. Read more »

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ArchDaily

JULY 4, 2023

For a long time, the shade of trees and moveable tents made from animal skin were utilized instead of more permanent dwellings to meet nomadic lifestyles and basic survival needs. Image © Fernando Alda Architecture – once it moved out from under its cavernous beginnings – started off largely nomadic.

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Archinect

MAY 28, 2023

From outstanding residential projects to commercial designs, and educational buildings, these firms utilize their profile's project section to stand out. Their firm's profile features a well-crafted selection of contemporary library designs as well as engaging university and community college buildings.

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ArchDaily

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

This interplay between utility and aesthetics has not only evolved over time but also involves a constant exchange of styles and production methods. Frequently, this interchange leads to standardization and generic designs, potentially causing a depletion of authenticity in the design process.

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Archinect

JULY 18, 2023

Utilizing air as its principal building material, the 46-foot installation will thus invite visitors to contemplate both natural systems and time, “exhaling” gusts of wind at different intervals before inflating again in order to inspire a sense of optimism amongst its viewers. "The

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Archinect

JUNE 1, 2023

This project aims to create cohesive and elegant exterior elevations by utilizing the gable as a unifying and organizational form. While a gable roof is well-suited for a simple rectangular plan, most contemporary homes consist of a mishmash of idiosyncrasies resulting from responses to program or zoning restrictions.

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Archinect

JANUARY 25, 2023

Curry: "Collectively, we too are the guardians of the democratic space and civic imaginations" “It is a place where cultural theorists, designers, architects, urbanists, artists, humanists, and activists reflect on contemporary culture and experiment with provocative ideas on how to disrupt normative paradigms, activate and catalyze new potentials, (..)

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Archinect

MAY 24, 2022

A total of $507,500 was given to 56 different projects, publications, exhibitions, films, and other intellectual endeavors from around the world that expand contemporary understandings of architecture, according to the Foundation. This year’s projects offered a range of different voices utilizing a variety of new media.

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Architizer

DECEMBER 31, 2024

They engage with their surrounding context, utilizing local materials and responding to community needs, while often incorporating sustainable technologies that mitigate their environmental footprint. Around the globe, architects are reimagining what it means to design for the public.

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Architizer

DECEMBER 12, 2024

Characteristics of Brutalist Architecture Boston City Hall Public Spaces Renovation by Utile, Inc. 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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Architizer

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

The architectural and landscape elements of the master plan create paths and markers that weave the park together utilizing a variety of structures, landscape elements, rain gardens, wetlands, walking paths and boardwalks. The Beach House utilizes a repetitive concrete structure that houses the building program.

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Architizer

DECEMBER 30, 2024

Designers are weaving regional histories and identities into their projects, from reimagined public spaces that celebrate communal life to contemporary residential designs that reinterpret vernacular traditions. Yet, this architectural movement isnt solely about functionality; its also about storytelling.

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Architizer

JANUARY 14, 2025

The latest edition of Architizer: The Worlds Best Architecture a stunning, hardbound book celebrating the most inspiring contemporary architecture from around the globe is now available. Order your copy today. The grey tsunami. A demographic timebomb. The aging crisis. The WHO framework is not a set of abstract ideals.

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Deezen

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

The bedrooms and a utility space have been moved to the rear. The remodelled Cobalt Coach House now comprises three storeys with a living room, dining room, kitchen and utility room on the ground floor, and a downstairs toilet squeezed in under the stairs.

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Deezen

DECEMBER 23, 2024

Local studio 5468796 Architecture has renovated an early 20th-century utilities building in Winnipeg , Canada, showcasing the industrial equipment while updating the structure for contemporary usage. 5468796 Architecture has added residential buildings to the site The station closed in 1986 and was slated for demolition.

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Architizer

OCTOBER 16, 2024

In contemporary architecture, particularly within open-plan designs, the use of columns is not limited to supporting the weight of a structure. In this article I explore how different architects utilize columns to create open-plan elegance while highlighting the architectural depth and intention behind some of their designs.

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Archinect

JUNE 14, 2024

The contemporary, minimalist aesthetic which runs through the various spaces of the project was inspired by the paintings of Kazimir Malevich, particularly Black Square (1915) and Suprematist Composition (1916). The designer also referenced the interiors from various.

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Deezen

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

The L-shaped extension frames a swimming pool Ström Architect 's design provides these new spaces in a contemporary single-storey extension that is markedly different from the existing architecture but sits comfortably alongside it. "We The clients were also keen for the main living spaces to be separate from work and utility spaces.

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Architizer

NOVEMBER 28, 2024

It goes back to the figure of the starchitect , where a sole designer is deemed responsible for the inception and materialization of a contemporary architectural monument, a rather problematic idea since architecture is by default a group endeavor. An architecture that is deeply rooted in context. A year later, the Battery Park (1.2

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Architizer

AUGUST 20, 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. Order your copy today. Tiles have always held a special place in design, but their role has evolved dramatically over time.

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Deezen

MARCH 26, 2024

The building uses solar panels and solar heaters to provide utilities to residents. Additionally, 75 per cent of the unit's electricity, as well as hot water, comes from solar panels on the roof, cutting utility costs for tenants. It's their place."

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Westeck News

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

This rigorous testing ensures that Westeck windows help maintain comfortable indoor temperatures, reduce energy consumption, and lower utility bills. Enjoy our latest line of energy efficient windows and doors designed to enhance modern and contemporary architecture.

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Architizer

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

In fact, “all the houses on that street are built on the hillside with no windows on the back of the house, utilizing a very one-sided design,” the designer adds. The post Avalanche Architecture: The Surprising Structure Behind a Contemporary Ski Chalet appeared first on Journal.

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Architizer

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

The latest edition of Architizer: The Worlds Best Architecture a stunning, hardbound book celebrating the most inspiring contemporary architecture from around the globe is now available. Order your copy today. It is easy to forget that architecture, or more accurately, construction, is an extraction industry. Order your copy today.

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Dwell

JANUARY 15, 2025

It had been divided into two apartments, and this one utilizes two-thirds of the original space. One corner was missing, so a decision was made to reinterpret it in a contemporary style by modeling and then 3D printing it. The architects demolished some interior partitions, but preserved the attic.

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Habitus Living

SEPTEMBER 17, 2023

As such, the design aesthetic draws from an eclectic blend of traditional and contemporary Indian design elements including cement oxide floors, wood ceilings, rattan furniture, and Indian stones and marbles. The post Wabi Sabi Pavilion blends traditional and contemporary Indian design appeared first on Habitusliving.com.

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SW Oregon Architect

JULY 7, 2024

Seeing this rapid cycle of construction/use/demolition, though not unique to my experience, reveals much about our contemporary culture and the broader architectural landscape. Repurposing existing buildings to serve new functions extends their utility while minimizing waste, resource depletion, and embodied carbon.

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Deezen

APRIL 13, 2025

The bricks create visual depth that transforms with the sun's movement The bricks also come in six sizes: Modular, Norman, Ambassador, Economo Modular, Utility, Monarch, in addition to thin brick variations.

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Archinect

JULY 22, 2024

Sharing ground with an 1847 coach house, the design for this residence highlights and reframes the site through an unabashedly contemporary gesture that honors history while adding to it a distinctly new architectural strain. A contemporary glass bridge is suspended across the central void.

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Santa Cruz Architect

NOVEMBER 9, 2024

Concrete is one of the most ubiquitous and versatile materials in modern construction, utilized in everything from basic roadwork to record-breaking skyscrapers like Dubai’s Burj Khalifa. The Pantheon in Rome is an example of Roman concrete construction.

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Architizer

MARCH 19, 2024

Central to their approach was the utilization of the arch as a fundamental component of the design process. The post Important Portals: 6 Residential Designs Where Traditional Arches Meet Contemporary Concepts appeared first on Journal. Arc House By M.E Architects: Want to have your project featured?

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Architizer

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

Additionally, minimalist influence is evident in many examples of contemporary architecture, where clean lines and functional design continue to reflect minimalist ideals. Scandinavian design is known for its minimalistic design approach, prioritizing functionality, simplicity and comfort.

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Architizer

DECEMBER 18, 2024

Boston City Hall Public Spaces Renovation by Utile, Inc. Public votes on design elements, such as colors, shapes or layouts, can lead to spaces that photograph beautifully or that follow contemporary aesthetic trends yet fail to meet practical needs or consider budget restraints.

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Archinect

JULY 12, 2024

Inspired by the existing agrarian structures on the property, the building takes a simple form while utilizing updated performance standards to create a contemporary and durable facility. The Hunter Education Center is the first phase of design and construction to emerge from this effort.

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Aric Gitomer Architect

OCTOBER 8, 2021

Wall-hung toilets give off a contemporary look. These are designed in a way that utilizes less space, but it could be achieved with different features. These toilets are ideal for washrooms with high ceilings but can also be utilized in low-ceiling washrooms with a shorter flush pipe. Wall-hung Toilets. Back-to-Wall Toilets.

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Architizer

AUGUST 24, 2023

Framed by panes of floor-to-ceiling glass, daylight was thoughtfully utilized throughout the sprawling scheme — main circulation paths are illuminated, while shifting light levels indicate a transition between non-secure and secure areas of the airport too. Architizer is thrilled to announce the winners of the 11th Annual A+Awards !

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SW Oregon Architect

OCTOBER 9, 2022

Typically, architecture we regard as vernacular utilizes pre-industrial, indigenous construction materials and methods, forthrightly addresses climate and geography, and relies upon highly evolved skillsets of local craftspeople. Vernacular architecture is a category of building characterized by high adaptation to local needs and traditions.

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