Wed.Apr 17, 2024

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ODA Reveals the Design of a Contextual Residential Development in Brooklyn, New York

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Courtesy of ODA New York-based architecture office ODA has unveiled their design for Lorimer House and Copper Lofts, a development comprised of two residential buildings located in East Williamsburg in New York City. The design takes advantage of the triangular shape of the plot, employing rounded corners throughout the building to soften its image and create contextual references to its urban surroundings.

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Shigeru Ban: The Paper Log House opens at The Glass House with the help of Cooper Union architecture students

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Archinect has received first photos of Shigeru Ban Architects ’ new collaborative installation project with students from The Cooper Union Irwin S. Chanin School of Architecture at The Glass House in New Canaan, Connecticut. A product of this semester’s Building Technology course, Shigeru Ban: The Paper Log House honors the 75th anniversary of one of America’s foremost examples of modernism with a special nine-month run that began this week, April 15th, and will run until Decem

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Heatherwick Studio's Vessel to Reopen with Enhanced Safety Measures in New York

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via Shutterstock | Michael Tosatto | The Vessel Hudson Yards In January 2021, “The Vessel,” designed by Heatherwick Studio, was temporarily closed to visitors after many suicide incidents in the Public Landmark. The 150-foot-monumental staircase in Hudson Yards , New York , is now set to reopen this year to the public with revamped safety measures. The beehive-shaped sculpture boasts approximately 2,500 steps and 80 landmarks and is on track to install “floor-to-ceiling mesh” on various staircas

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New York’s MTA is hiring a director for its real estate portfolio

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Following last week’s look at an opening for a Technical Architect - US Government Work at Skidmore, Owings & Merrill , we are using this week’s edition of our Job Highlights series to explore an open role on Archinect Jobs for a Deputy Director, Occupancy Management - Real Estate at the MTA Metropolitan Transportation Authority. The role, based in New York City, calls for an individual from an architectural or real estate background to support the MTA’s real estate operati

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Revolutionize Concrete Durability with Kryton’s Integral Waterproofing Solutions

Kryton International leads the way in integral waterproofing solutions for concrete, helping architects, engineers, and developers protect their projects from moisture-related damage. With Kryton's Krystol Internal Membrane (KIM) technology, concrete becomes inherently waterproof, extending the lifespan of structures while minimizing maintenance. This proven technology is trusted worldwide for its ability to self-seal micro-cracks, protect against water ingress, and withstand harsh conditions.

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Guest House / Pedro Gaxiola Estudio + Hermann Tamayo Arquitectos

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© Luz Imelda Castillo architects: Hermann Tamayo Arquitectos architects: Pedro Gaxiola Estudio Location: Las Macetas 2382, Los Alamos, Los Álamos, 80100 Culiacán Rosales, Sin., Mexico Project Year: 2023 Photographs: Luz Imelda Castillo Area: 210.

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Zero40 Brewery / 23 Degrees Design Shift

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© Shamanth Patil J architects: 23 Degrees Design Shift Location: Financial District, Nanakramguda, Telangana 500032, India Project Year: 2021 Photographs: Shamanth Patil J Area: 5900.

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Makoto Yamaguchi completes Tokyo gaming headquarters with slanting walls and video game metaphors

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Japanese practice Makoto Yamaguchi Design has completed a headquarters for a game production company in Tokyo inspired by video game elements. Facing the site of an elevated railway where trains pass on average every 1.5 minutes in both directions, the scheme is defined by slanted walls in response to environmental elements such as light, wind, and sound.

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House ES / Titus Bernhard Architekten

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© Connolly Weber Photography architects: Titus Bernhard Architekten Location: Germany Project Year: 2021 Photographs: Connolly Weber Photography Area: 354.

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Revit 2025 Updates Enscape Users Should Know About

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The annual new version of Autodesk® Revit® was recently released, right on the heels of Enscape 4.0 ! Between the two new software releases, there are many things to discuss. However, this post aims to highlight the new Revit 2025 features that Enscape users will be most interested in.

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Overcoming Challenges in Specification Writing for Architecture

This ebook is a helpful guide for architects & specification writers, focusing on the crucial role specifications play in building design. It dives into different types, relevant regulations, & best practices to keep in mind. You’ll find practical tips.

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Exploring Linear Lighting Design for Creating Luminous Paths

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Slack Toronto Office / Dubbeldam Architecture + Design. Image Courtesy of Alcon Lighting Lighting has evolved remarkably throughout architectural history , driven by significant technological advances. Despite these changes, its central purpose of enhancing aesthetics, functionality, and safety has remained consistent. In this evolution process, a milestone can be traced with the transition from fluorescent lighting to LED lighting, marking a turning point that has reduced costs and energy consu

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Esteemed academic and architect Janice Shimizu has passed away at 54

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Archinect is remembering the life and legacy of Ball State University architecture professor Janice Shimizu, who has passed away at the age of 54. Janice won many hearts and minds throughout an estimable career in academia and the professional realm, sentiments that were repeated by the many people with whom she became familiar through her involvement in the Japanese-Canadian community in and around her native Manitoba.

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Nilaya Residence / IDIEQ

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© Harsh Nigam architects: IDIEQ Location: Jainagar, Uttarakhand 263153, India Project Year: 2023 Photographs: Harsh Nigam Area: 4700.

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Gordon Kipping's mass timber installation 'Maison de Cartes' is now open at SCI-Arc

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SCI-Arc opened a new exhibition last Friday, curated by Class of 1995 M.Arch graduate Gordon Kipping , that documents the development of mass timber within contemporary architecture. Inspired by Le Corbusier ’s 1914–15 Dom-Ino House prototype, Maison de Cartes presents examples both in the form of physical models and via a special augmented reality (AR) application to deliver a narrative about timber's ability and potential to meet the challenge of climate change in different typolog

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The Ultimate Guide To Data-Driven Construction: Optimize Projects, Reduce Risks, & Boost Innovation

Speaker: Donna Laquidara-Carr, PhD, LEED AP, Industry Insights Research Director at Dodge Construction Network

In today’s construction market, owners, construction managers, and contractors must navigate increasing challenges, from cost management to project delays. Fortunately, digital tools now offer valuable insights to help mitigate these risks. However, the sheer volume of tools and the complexity of leveraging their data effectively can be daunting. That’s where data-driven construction comes in.

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15 Landscaped Offices With Garden Space For Free-Range Employees to Roam

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Hainan Energy Trading Building. Image Courtesy of Hainan Energy Trading Building © MLee Studio Representing 32% of the global population , Generation Z (those born between 1995 – 2010) accounts for a healthy chunk of the workforce (27% by 2025 and rising every year). These are the fresh young minds employers are fighting to attract. With prospective employers’ impact on society (93%) and a healthy work/life balance (77%) the two biggest motivators in deciding where Gen Z’ers want to work , a lar

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Health Sciences Centre, Women and Newborn Hospital by Parkin Architects Limited

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Welcome to the Health Sciences Centre, Women and Newborn Hospital , a state-of-the-art healthcare facility nestled in the heart of Winnipeg, Manitoba. With a total investment of $232.9 million, the cutting-edge hospital aims to provide a warm, welcoming environment where patients can feel comfortable, safe, and empowered to take charge of their health.

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A Home Around The Forest / YSLA Architects

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© Munetaka Onodera architects: YSLA Architects Location: Karuizawa, Kitasaku District, Nagano, Japan Project Year: 2023 Photographs: Munetaka Onodera Area: 70.

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Seattle Humane by Johnston Architects

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Finding its mission to serve pets in need limited by the constraints of it’s small, 1960s era facility, Seattle Humane sought to build a new animal shelter that would increase the number of animals served while providing a base of operations for their community outreach programs. At 57,000 SF, the new shelter does just that by providing beds for 165 cats and 170 dogs.

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Architectural Visualization Trends and the Rise of AI

A new industry study conducted by Architizer on behalf of Chaos Enscape surveyed 2,139 design professionals to understand the state of architectural visualization and what to expect in the near future. We asked: How are visualizations produced in your firm? What impact does real-time rendering have? What approach are you taking toward the rise of AI?

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1615 House / Nordest Arquitectura

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© Filippo Poli architects: Nordest Arquitectura Location: Carrer Atzavara, 12, 17255 Begur, Girona, Spain Project Year: 2022 Photographs: Filippo Poli Area: 586.

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Canyon5 by Lorcan O'Herlihy Architects [LOHA]

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Conceived by smart growth proponents as a viable solution to Los Angeles' tight housing market, the City of Los Angeles adopted the Small Lot Subdivision Ordinance in 2005. The ordinance aimed to encourage the construction of smaller, more affordable infill housing to target first-time home buyers in an increasingly unaffordable market; simultaneously increasing density while maintaining the residential scale of Los Angeles neighborhoods Located just south of LA’s Beachwood Canyon, our Can

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PC House / Jobim Carlevaro Arquitetos

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© Eduardo Macarios architects: Jobim Carlevaro Arquitetos Location: Cacupé, Florianópolis - SC, Brazil Project Year: 2023 Photographs: Eduardo Macarios Area: 890.

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South E8 by Lorcan O'Herlihy Architects [LOHA]

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As one of the fastest growing cities in the country, Raleigh is experiencing the need for housing densification and is fostering new centers for community growth. Located just down the street from Downtown in a primarily single-residence neighborhood, LOHA’s South E8 brings eight units to a lot that previously had one. Retaining the visual scale of its context, South E8 employs a distinctive massing strategy and unique floorplan to integrate living quarters with roof decks and outdoor spac

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From Plan to Reality: Unlocking the Power of Aerial Imagery for AEC

Aerial imagery has emerged as a necessary tool for architecture, engineering, and construction firms seeking to improve pre-construction site analysis, make more informed planning decisions, and ensure all stakeholders have access to an accurate visualization of the site to keep the project moving forward. Download our guide and take a deeper look at how aerial imagery can be leveraged to drive project efficiency by reducing unnecessary site visits and providing the accurate details required to

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Simone Farresin From Formafantasma Talks on Milan Design Week and the Responsibility of the Designers

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Simone Farresin from the Italian studio Formafantasma talks about the work together with the partner Andrea Trimarchi, different approaches on projects, their participation in the Milan Design Week, and the political role of the designers in the world.

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Mole Architects and Invisible Studio design new storage and training centre that helps children gain life and social skills

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The energy-efficient building is clad in black corrugated fibre cement, with translucent fibreglass for doors and rooflights, The post Mole Architects and Invisible Studio design new storage and training centre that helps children gain life and social skills appeared first on Åvontuura.

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Upper Watt Residence / Seear-Budd Ross

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Completed in 2023 in Wellington, New Zealand. Images by Thomas Seear-Budd. Brief and Overview -& The client approached us to convert a small storage space under their house into an ensuite, with a new extension that.

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"Natur-Lodges" Collective Housing by RHB architectes

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While the southern boundary of the plot is more densely built up with volumes at R+3 level, the height of the built mass gradually diminishes towards the north in order to maintain a scale consistent with the town of Reichstett. Two generous undeveloped pockets to the north, the shared vegetable garden and the Haut Verger, provide a breathing space for the site and a gentle transition with the suburban area.

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7 Ways Real-Time Visualization Can Solve Architectural Challenges

In the dynamic world of architecture, design, and construction, creative problem-solving is crucial for success. Traditional methods often fall short in effectively conveying design intent to clients. Real-time visualization empowers you with a solid decision-making tool that smooths the design process. Discover the power of real-time visualization: Effective Communication Convey your vision clearly and align with clients.