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10 must-see architecture and design events to check out this November

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With fall well underway, now is a good time to see what's in store for the architecture and design community this November. From the roster of ongoing and upcoming events listed on Bustler , here is a brief curated selection of recommendations worth checking out.

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Architectural Grafting: A Strategy for Sustainable Design

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The Museo Reina Sofía / Jean Nouvel. Image © Wojtek Gurak via Flickr under CC BY-NC 2.0 Architectural grafting , a concept recently popularized by Jeanne Gang in The Art of Architectural Grafting , presents a transformative approach to urban regeneration and sustainability. Drawing inspiration from botanical and horticultural practices — where new growth is added to existing plants for enhanced resilience — this architectural method integrates new structures with existing ones , allowing them t

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Architecture schools are hiring: Explore 24 academic job opportunities featured on Archinect Jobs

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This week's edition of our curated jobs roundup from the Archinect Job board highlights 15 architecture schools looking to add faculty, academic leaders, facilities staff, and fellows to their institutions. Preparing for a new job? Be sure to follow our Archinect Tips series to improve your portfolio, resume, and interviewing skills and increase your chances of getting that next job.

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Architecture Now: From Island Resorts to STEM Educational Facilities, Discover the Recent Work of KPF, Zaha Hadid Architects, and Other Leading Offices

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Studio Egret West and HawkinsBrown Unveil Masterplan for Earls Court Transformation in Central London. Image © The Earls court Development Company In recent weeks, a series of significant architectural developments have been announced, showcasing the varied work of renowned firms from around the globe. These projects, revealed between late September and October 2024, emphasize the transformative potential of architectural design in rehabilitating historical structures, revitalizing urban areas,

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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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Iceland will flow into 2025 Venice Architecture Biennale with 'Lavaforming' pavilion

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Lava will shape Iceland's official entry Lavaforming at the 2025 Venice Architecture Biennale , showcasing how its density and other natural properties can become a viable future building material for designs as far-ranging as small residential structures, cityscapes, and more. Image render courtesy s.ap architects Arnhildur Pálmadóttir, founder of the s.ap architects, is responsible for the curation of the pavilion’s story arch, which is set in the year 2150.

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Weakened North Carolina building codes jeopardized property after Hurricane Helene

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The long road back for residents of the western North Carolina counties that were heavily impacted due to flooding from Hurricane Helene is still being mapped out, but now the New York Times and other local outlets are reporting on critics who say reforms to the state’s building codes could have exacerbated the scale of property losses. SB 166, which was passed into law last July, removed a requirement for professional architects to sit on the State Building Code Council.

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The Future of AI Rendering: Boost Efficiency and Cut Costs with the Right Tool

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Courtesy of Snaptrude The creation of images through artificial intelligence (AI) surprised us a few years ago. Utilizing algorithms such as convolutional neural networks (CNNs), these systems are trained to identify visual patterns in images from the huge database of the internet, interpret them, and generate new compositions. Initially, the results tended to be rudimentary, often distorted and strange, but with the evolution of systems and training methods, AI has started to produce highly det

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Frick Collection will reopen in April 2025 after multiyear renovation

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The opening date for the restored Frick Collection museum in New York City has been set to April 2025. The multiyear Selldorf Architects project revitalizes existing spaces while adding new galleries to the program and opening up the historic Fifth Avenue mansion's second floor to visitors for the first time. A total of 27,000 square feet of new space was created by its construction.

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The Chang Residence / 2BOOKS design

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Completed in 2024 in Taiwan. Images by Studio Millspace. The Chang Residence is located in a residential area in central Taipei. Although its interior area was only 76 square meters, its square structure.

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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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Top 10 Uses of Revit Filters and Enscape

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Enscape 4.2's new support for Revit Filters closes the gap between visual communication that is both emotive (how something appears, feels, etc.) and analytic (how something works, functions, costs, etc.). This saves all project stakeholders time, money and stress through better understanding of design decisions as they happen in real time. A special thanks to Scott Brown , Kerry Thompson , and Ben Osborne for brainstorming these real-world use cases, originally published on LinkedIn.

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Rhythm of the Wood Restaurant / MAS Architects

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Completed in 2022 in Vietnam. Images by Hoang Le. The restaurant was built in Soc Son as a destination for tourists to rest and feel the surrounding nature. Surrounded by perennial pine forests next.

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V-Ray 7 for 3ds Max: Transforming how you create

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Explore V-Ray 7’s cutting edge technology, which introduces powerful new features and enhancements that will transform your creative process.

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The European Prize for Public Urban Space Announces Warsaw Park and Porto do Son Beach Design as 2024 Winners

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"Beach Improvement and Redevelopment of the Harbour Edge" in Porto do Son, Spain, designed by CREUSeCARRASCO and RVR Arquitectos © 2022 CREUSeCARRASCO. Image Courtesy of The European Prize for Public Urban Space The 2024 European Prize for Urban Public Space has announced the overall winners for the 12th edition: For the General Category, the "Park at the Warsaw Uprising Mound" in Poland by studios topoScape and Archigrest received recognition its ability to honor the site's historical s

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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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Architecture schools are hiring: Explore 21 academic job opportunities featured on Archinect Jobs

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This week's edition of our curated jobs roundup from the Archinect Job board highlights 14 architecture schools looking to add faculty, academic leaders, facilities staff, and fellows to their institutions. Preparing for a new job? Be sure to follow our Archinect Tips series to improve your portfolio, resume, and interviewing skills and increase your chances of getting that next job.

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Beitang Street Section of the Grand Canal in Wuxi / ShangHai Daguan + Zebai Landscape

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Completed in 2024 in Wuxi, China. Images by Jin Xiaohui. Reconstruction of Urban Memory on the Public Shoreline of the Grand Canal. Background.& In May 2022, the renovation and upgrading plan for the.

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Estudio Atemporal completes tranquil home in Mexico forest to capture ‘grandeur of a woodland setting’

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Mexico City -based Estudio Atemporal has completed a tranquil home in San Simón el Alto, Mexico. Named Casa Cono, the home was designed for a young couple seeking refuge from city life, merging living, working, and leisure within the forest environment. Image credit: LGM Studio Image credit: LGM Studio The design of the scheme was driven by a desire to integrate the home seamlessly with its natural surroundings.

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10 Patios Villa / Maignial Architectes & Associés

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© 11h45 architects: Maignial Architectes & Associés architects: Mathieu Collos Architecture Location: Montpellier, France Project Year: 2023 Photographs: 11h45 Area: 1040.

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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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3D Gaussian Splatting: A new frontier in rendering

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Explore 3D Gaussian Splatting in V-Ray 7- a breakthrough technique for ultra-realistic, efficient rendering. Discover how it transforms visual workflows.

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Red Rock House / Faulkner Architects

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Located on a three-quarter-acre parcel with views of the Las Vegas Strip to the east and Red Rock Canyon to the west, this site endures strong winds,

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These are the six projects that will vie for RIBA's House of the Year honors in December

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The shortlist for this year’s Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) House of the Year award has been released in advance of the December 3rd winner’s announcement. Six projects from London and places as far away as Monmouthshire and Cornwall were selected from the broader pool of 2024 RIBA Award winners. Each is said to represent the best practice in approaching different design considerations irrespective of the setting and responsive to what the 2024 jury Chair Je Ahn said a

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Infill Svend Trosts Vej Building / ADEPT

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© Morten Aagaard Krogh architects: ADEPT Location: Frederiksberg, Denmark Project Year: 2023 Photographs: Morten Aagaard Krogh Photographs: Cornelia Gramkow Area: 105.

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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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Frick Collection will reopen in April 2025 after $330 million renovation

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The opening date for the restored Frick Collection museum in New York City has been set to April 2025. The $330 million Selldorf Architects project revitalizes existing spaces while adding new galleries to the program and opening up the historic Fifth Avenue mansion's second floor to visitors for the first time. A total of 27,000 square feet of new space was created by its construction.

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Rehab of a Languedoc villa / Maignial Architectes & Associés

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© Mary Gaudin architects: Maignial Architectes & Associés Location: Montpellier, France Project Year: 2020 Photographs: Mary Gaudin Area: 180.

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Louis Vuitton dresses New York flagship like luxury luggage trunks ahead of Halloween

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Commuters walking to work this (uncomfortably warm) Halloween morning on New York’s Fifth Avenue may have noticed a costume of mind-boggling proportions: An old building dressed like Louis Vuitton luxury The post Louis Vuitton dresses New York flagship like luxury luggage trunks ahead of Halloween appeared first on The Architect’s Newspaper.

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Casa no Meco / Fábio Ferreira Neves

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© David Pereira architects: Fábio Ferreira Neves Location: Casa do Infantado, Portugal Project Year: 2023 Photographs: David Pereira Area: 185.

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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.