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15 Projects in India Using Traditional Jali Wall Facades: Solution to Control Light, Temperature and Ventilation

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Sandstone jalis at the New Building for the Parliament of India were inspired by the country’s history of architectural crafts. Image © Kavin Kumar La Sa Natural light , fresh air , and a constant, comfortable temperature. These are three of the most basic components we need in our interior spaces. By expanding and increasing the use of glass in contemporary building facades , we can increase natural light.

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'A Commitment to Craft Is Intrinsic to This Place': A Conversation with Portland-Based Linden, Brown Architecture

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For our latest Studio Snapshot conversation, we had the pleasure of chatting with Brent Linden and Chris Brown, founding partners of Portland, Oregon-based Linden, Brown Architecture. Established in 2018 as a collaborative venture after working for large, established firms, the small studio of five seeks inspiration in the rugged beauty and self-reliant spirit of its Pacific Northwest environment.

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A Table Elevated in the Landscape / J-AF Architecture + González Serrano Studio+

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© Josema Cutillas architects: González Serrano Studio+ architects: J-AF Architecture Location: 26005 El Cortijo, (Vina Lanciano), La Rioja, Spain Project Year: 2023 Photographs: Josema Cutillas Area: 323 ft2 Read more »

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The Motorist Won: Envisioning a vehicle-centric UK with Archinect Generative Futures finalist Kyle Branchesi

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Designer Kyle Branchesi has shared images from his latest creative experimentation with generative AI tools, a visual commentary touching on the debate over pedestrianism and motor vehicles happening currently within the UK. For 'The Motorist Won,' Branchesi imagined a far-off dystopia plagued by vehicle traffic where historic streets and all visible landmarks are besieged by the hum of engines and blur of lights, making cities like London or Edinburgh the all-too-unfortunate casualties of what

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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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The Helical Pearl House / A3 Projects + Arch Cubic

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© David Yeow architects: A3 Projects architects: Arch Cubic Location: Ipoh, Perak, Malaysia Project Year: 2022 Photographs: David Yeow Area: 8640.

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Salone del Mobile 2024 Announces Program, Including Interventions by David Lynch

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Salone del Mobile Milano. Image © Delfino Sisto Legnani Salone del Mobile.Milano has announced the opening dates and events program, expanding the trade fair event to encompass more narratives and projects relevant to the design community. The 62nd edition will take place at Rho Fiera Ilano from April 16 to 21, 2024. It is expected to include over 1900 exhibitors from around the world, with contributions from emerging designers and several design schools under the recurring SaloneSatellite, now

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KPF completes Abu Dhabi airport inspired by undulating sand dunes

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Kohn Pedersen Fox has completed Terminal A of the Zayed International Airport in Abu Dhabi , UAE. Formerly named Abu Dhabi International, the new complex will serve up to 45 million passengers per year, doubling the airport’s previous capacity. Image credit: Victor Romero Image credit: Victor Romero The design of the new terminal was informed by the country’s undulating desert sand dunes and the geometric patterns of Islamic heritage.

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Fillome Mixed Use Building / SOSU ARCHITECTS

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© Roh Kyung architects: SOSU ARCHITECTS Location: Yeonmujang-gil, Seongdong-gu, Seoul, South Korea Project Year: 2022 Photographs: Roh Kyung Area: 587.

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Krueck Sexton Partners, Urbahn Architects, MWDA , Labo Design Studio, and NICOLEHOLLIS are Archinect Jobs' latest featured employers

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Take a look at our latest curated selection of architecture and lighting design firms currently hiring on Archinect Jobs : This week's featured employer highlight includes job openings in New York City , Chicago , Palm Springs , and San Francisco. For even more opportunities, visit Archinect Jobs and peruse our active community of job seekers , firms , and schools.

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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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Recently Restored Argentinian Icon La Casa sobre el Arroyo Receives 2024 World Monuments Fund/Knoll Modernism Prize

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© Fabián Dejtiar The 1940s architectural marvel Casa Sobre el Arroyo has been awarded the 2024 Worlds Monuments Fund/Knoll Modernism Prize for its outstanding restoration. Initially designed in 1943 by architects Amancio Williams and Delfina Galvez Bunge de Williams , this “house on the bridge” symbolizes Argentina’s modernist movement. The project is the first winner of the prestigious Modernism prize in the Global South , now standing as a museum for the protection of Argentina’s modern herit

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Burning Man unveils first-ever Black Rock City Temple design from female BIPOC lead artist

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Burning Man ’s official 2024 Temple for Black Rock City has been unveiled as an optimistic design rising to a height of 70 feet and shrowded in a woven latticed screen cladding with repeated neo-Gothic archways that carry a metaphor of togetherness amidst a backdrop of global conflict. The design took its charge from notable past iterations from David Best and will be called 'Temple of Together' as denoted by its repeated motif of hands touching in unison.

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El Abrazo House / Mateo Gagliardo

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© Ramiro Sosa architects: Mateo Gagliardo Location: Delta del Río Paraná, Buenos Aires Province, Argentina Project Year: 2022 Photographs: Ramiro Sosa Area: 154.

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Michael Kimmelman checks in on a case study for affordable housing in NYC

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It wasn’t a visual spectacle, but it was handsome and dignified, standing out with its prefab metal facade not just in a neighborhood of empty lots, aging apartment blocks and derelict rail tracks but also against a backdrop of dreary, bare-bones affordable housing developments all across the city. Most important, its goal was larger than itself: to reimagine subsidized housing for a new century.

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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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Streamlining the Bottleneck: From Concept to Schematic Design

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Courtesy of Snaptrude In any architectural design project, the transition from conceptual design to schematic design typically marks the evolution from broad ideas and massing studies to more detailed and refined planning. While this transition may seem straightforward, architects often find themselves facing a bottleneck that complicates the seamless flow of the creative process- particularly due to siloed tools and workflows.

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Lesley Lokko to headline eighth Womxn in Design and Architecture conference at Princeton

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The Princeton University School of Architecture has announced the theme and list of participants for its annual Womxn in Design and Architecture (WDA) conference taking place from February 29th to March 1st in New Jersey, The two-day event will honor the life and work of Ghanaian-born Scottish architect Alero Olympio, who is noted for her ecological approach to designing cultural projects, private residences, and landscapes in different countries.

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Multi-unit House in Godeung-dong / Archihood WXY

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© Park Swan architects: Archihood WXY Location: Seongnam-si, Gyeonggi-do, South Korea Project Year: 2020 Photographs: Park Swan Area: 499.

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The 10 Most Picturesque Towns in Norway

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A land of fjords, fishing towns and waterfalls, Norway is home to some of the world's most majestic landscapes. The post The 10 Most Picturesque Towns in Norway appeared first on Åvontuura.

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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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Dorfzentrum Untersiggenthal / NYX ARCHITECTES

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© Olivier di Giambattista architects: NYX ARCHITECTES Location: Untersiggenthal, Switzerland Project Year: 2023 Photographs: Olivier di Giambattista Area: 7200.

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How Architecture Firms Should Design Their Workplace: Harvard Online Course

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This post is brought to you by Harvard Graduate School of Design Executive Education While many fields have acclimatized to hybrid ways of working, architecture and design firms have encountered persistent challenges in making this transition. Harvard GSD’s online course Designing the Creative & Collaborative Workplace: Space, Technology, and Culture looks at the unique spaces, technology, and culture shaping the creative workplace to help creative teams answer the question: “ Ho

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Microbiological Chemical Laboratory / PENELAS ARCHITECTS

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© Imagen Subliminal (Miguel de Guzmán + Rocío Romero) architects: PENELAS ARCHITECTS Location: 41500 Alcalá de Guadaíra, Sevilla, Spain Photographs: Imagen Subliminal (Miguel de Guzmán + Rocío Romero) Area: 2000.

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Upper House | Koichi Takada Architects by Koichi Takada Architects

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“Now, more than ever, we understand the importance of respecting and acknowledging our rich history in Australia, home to the oldest known civilisation on earth. The five-storey artwork on the building’s facade was conceived as a way to contribute a valuable narrative to the urban landscape and the work of indigenous artist, Judy Watson, tells stories of our nation’s first people,” says architect Koichi Takada.

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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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WKM Gallery / CASE-REAL

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© Hiroshi Mizusaki architects: CASE-REAL Location: Wong Chuk Hang Rd, Hong Kong Project Year: 2023 Photographs: Hiroshi Mizusaki Photographs: Studio Lights On Area: 315.

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The Beach: Robotic Performance by VolvoxLabs [VVOX]

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VVOX collaborated with artist Roy Nachum to conceptualize and design a performance using an industrial robotic arm as a medium for a deeper artistic message. "The Robot “arm” synthesizes humanity and technology, holding within it an astonishing range of capabilities. A conduit for the artistic process while demonstrating the evolving relationship between humans and automation.

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V house / Blatman Cohen architecture design

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Completed in 2021 in Israel. Images by Amit Geron. Sculpting expressive figurative figures - this is the spirit of work that represents the client for whom the house was designed. The intersection.

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Tetra: Kinetic Sculpture by VolvoxLabs [VVOX]

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Kinetic Sculpture for Xandr, AT&T’s advertising and analytics division. VVOX was brought on to prototype, program and engineer this permanent installation that comes to life through a series of behaviors, both passive and reactive that keep the sculpture in constant flux, with instant reactive changes that physically respond to people passing through the space.

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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.