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A Brief Architectural History of the Domination of the Circle in “Ideal” Urban Plans

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It was designed by English planner Ebenezer Howard in order to respond to the challenges brought by the industrial revolution, such as pollution, irregular settlements and overcrowded cities. Ebenezer Howard, Diagram No.7 Featured Image: Ebenezer Howard, Diagram No.3 Order your copy today.

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Aedas wins the SHCCIG International Industrial Headquarters competition

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Aedas Global Design Principal Kevin Wang, led the team to win the competition of SHCCIG (Hainan) International Industrial Headquarters, creating the first name card that facilitates further development of the area. Located in the western part of Jiangdong New Zone, the L-shaped complexes are comprised of four plots. Image © Aedas.

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The Nubian Vault: Applying Old Construction Techniques to Modern Building Problems

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Diagram provided by author. Nubian Vaults required no industrial processes, no transportation networks and no excess — all elements of design that architects today strive to achieve under the banner of sustainable design. Visual representation on y = a cosh(x/a).

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Building for the Pacific Northwest

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I returned home convinced more than ever that CSI is the AEC organization best suited to lead the industry as it confronts a transformative and challenging tomorrow. I’ve said it before: It’s because CSI is radically inclusive, welcoming members from all corners of the industry.

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Aedas wins Hangzhou Qianjiang Century City Riverfront Digital Industrial Park competition

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Aedas, led by Executive Director Wei Li, and the Zhejiang Province Institute of Architectural Design and Research (ZIAD) won the International Competition for the architectural and urban design of this featured rivers side retail center — Hangzhou Riverfront Digital Industrial Park. Image © Aedas.

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Deconstruction by Design: How Architects Are Redefining Practice Through Material Reuse

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Recycling construction waste stands out for its capacity to advance sustainability in the construction industry and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Diagram illustrating Testbeds by New Affiliates in New York City is an initiative to repurpose architectural mock-ups from large-scale developments into equipment for community gardens. .

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StudioAC disguises rural Canadian home as agricultural shed

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On the interior, a simple application of white painted drywall and plywood on the roofscape diagrams the architectural device, while producing a backdrop for art, views and sunlight." The interior frames views of a lake StudioAC was founded in 2015 by architects Jennifer Kudlats and designer Andrew Hill. The photography is by Felix Michaud.

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