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Cascading Terraces / Arch.Lab

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© Purnesh Dev Nikhanj architects: Arch.Lab Location: Sector 109, Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar, Punjab 140307, India Project Year: 2022 Photographs: Purnesh Dev Nikhanj Area: 503.

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Zooco creates ‘Brutalism over the sea’ with Spanish restaurant inside renovated 1970s concrete structure

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Madrid-based studio Zooco has completed an extensive renovation and extension of a 1970s concrete structure in Santander, Spain. The Cantabrian Maritime Museum restaurant has been constructed inside an architectural complex that also includes an Oceanographic Center designed by Vicente Roig Forner and Ángel Hernández Morales, built between 1975 and 1978.

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Mirador House / Lépore & Salvini - Arquitectura & Atelier

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© Victoria E. Sierra King architects: Lépore & Salvini - Arquitectura & Atelier Location: San Carlos neighborhood, Mar del Plata, Buenos Aires, Argentina Project Year: 2020 Photographs: Victoria E.

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16 featured Project Manager/Project Architect jobs in Los Angeles & Orange County

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The latest curated jobs roundup from Archinect Jobs features eight architecture and design firms in the greater Los Angeles area currently hiring for Project Managers and Project Architects. For helpful guidance on how to get that next job, make sure to check out Archinect's Guide to Job Titles series and our Archinect Tips collection. Marmol Radziner seeks a Project Manager - Multi-Unit Residential + Commercial "We are looking for highly motivated individuals.

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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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How Do You Design for Informality?

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a crowded marketplace in Port Harcourt City with structures consisting mostly of colourful umbrellas. Image © Emmage/Shutterstock Informal architecture is the dominant mode of urbanization in rapidly growing and industrializing cities worldwide. In Delhi , the city with the largest population in India has half of its residents living in informal settlements.

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Beyond the Stage: Urban Impacts of Mega Concerts

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Chad Davis on VisualHunt When internationally acclaimed music icons like Beyoncé, Taylor Swift, and Paul McCartney announce their global tours, the anticipation sparked by revealing the countries and respective host cities is met with thorough preparations. These preparations aim to adapt to the array of changes that will unfold in the urban spaces of these cities due to the impact of these events.

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Get Lectured: UCLA, Spring '24

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Our semesterly Get Lectured rundown continues today with a look at the events and public programs on the campus of UCLA Architecture and Urban Design for the Spring academic term. The events kicked off yesterday, January 10, with a special presentation from SO – IL ’s co-founder Florian Idenburg. His in-depth talk about the firm’s work will be followed by another from MArch Class of 1981 graduate and Koning Eizenberg Architecture Founding Principal Julie Eizenberg on Monday, Ja

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MVRDV and LOLA Unveil "Grüne Mitte," A Participatory Social Housing Complex in Düsseldorf, Germany

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Courtesy of MVRDV | Grüne Mitte MVRDV and LOLA Landscape Architects have just revealed the new development of “Grüne Mitte” in Düsseldorf, Germany. Centered around open communication, negotiation, and compromise, the project aims to introduce 500 new apartments and community spaces to enhance the neighborhood. Approximately 50% of the scheme is designated as social or affordable housing, which was designed in participatory processes with the residents.

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Shigeru Ban and the Voluntary Architects' Network pitch in on earthquake relief efforts in western Japan

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Shigeru Ban and the Voluntary Architects' Network (VAN) are once again in action deploying their patented Paper Partition System in the wake of the recent 7.7 magnitude quake that struck western Japan in the early hours of New Year’s Day. The indoor privacy system that the Pritzker Prize winner first devised in the late 1980s and deployed later in response to the 1995 Kobe earthquake was installed recently at a gymnasium in Kanazawa, Ishikawa Prefecture.

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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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3x3x3 Pavilion / Esteras Perrote

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© Juan Cruz Paredes architects: Esteras Perrote Location: Villa Rivera Indarte, Córdoba, Argentina Project Year: 2022 Photographs: Juan Cruz Paredes Area: 775 ft2 Read more »

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Beverly Willis Architecture Foundation opens multi-use 'The Bev' HQ in Manhattan

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The Beverly Willis Architecture Foundation (BWAF) has opened a new headquarters space called The Bev in Manhattan it says will act as a “beacon for gender equity and innovation” just a few months removed from the passing of its trailblazing founder Beverly Willis at the age of 95. The new, 2,000-square-foot multi-use space is meant to augment BWAF’s noted professional development, advocacy, and educational programs as well as provide space for its executive and support staff.

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OODA Reveals Design for Mixed-Use Vertical Village in Tirana, Albania

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© Plomp OODA has released images of Hora Vertikale, a new project planned for the Albanian capital city incorporating residential units arranged vertically surrounded by a new park and featuring a diverse range of amenities. The design stacks seven types of cubes, each measuring seven stories in height and defined by a distinct visual identity inspired by both urban and rural elements.

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Roosevelt Ranch by Walker Warner

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How do you define space in a landscape so vast it seems endless? Set within thousands of acres of reclaimed wetlands, this multifamily retreat draws on local agrarian styles to harmonize with the natural qualities of the land. Every year, families come together on the broad steps for a group photo. Designed for gathering, an expansive main lodge provides a communal space for shared meals.

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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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From New Buildings to Retrofit Projects: Solar Facade Systems for a Circular and Low-Carbon Architecture

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Copenhagen International School Nordhavn / C.F. Møller. Image © Adam Mørk The sun’s influence on human life encompasses multiple dimensions, from biological and developmental aspects to religious-mythological connotations in civilizations such as the Egyptians and Romans. Moreover, this influence extends to its use as a natural resource within the realm of science.

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Innovation Center for High-Performance Medical Devices by HENN

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HENN’s Innovation Center for Medical Devices (IHM·GBA) is located in the heart of Guangzhou’s thriving international Bio Island, a dedicated zone for the development of biomedical research and technology. The building is used to develop high-performance medical devices, which requires a design that combines laboratories and spaces for research with areas for informal communication and open office spaces.

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"My Photographs Are a Celebration of the Making of Things": In Conversation with Christopher Payne

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Assembly of a heavy industrial electric motor. Ward Leonard, Thomaston, Connecticut. Image © Christopher Payne This article was originally published on Common Edge. Christopher Payne’s fascination with factories goes back decades. As an architecture student at the University of Pennsylvania in the 1990s, Payne had the good fortune to find a summer job with an agency inside the National Park Service called the Historic American Buildings Survey.

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Big Wood River by Walker Warner

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Emulating clusters of buildings that once formed neighboring farms and ranches, you move through a series of breezeways that alternate between open-air and glass-enclosed, each branching out from the heart of the home. The living spaces are casually arranged to encircle a courtyard facing the Boulder Mountains and a terrace overlooking the river. The views create a relaxing atmosphere that envelops the entire property.

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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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Artisanal Cheese Cultural Center / Life Projects

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© Estudio NY18 architects: Life Projects Location: R. Adriano Chaves e Matos, 100 - Olhos D'Água, Belo Horizonte - MG, 30320-900, Brasil Project Year: 2023 Photographs: Estudio NY18 Area: 530.

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Solycal Office by Mano de Santo arquitectos

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From the very beginning, we were clear that the design should reflect the company's identity and put people at the center of it.To achieve this, we worked in great detail on every element of the project, giving special prominence to steel, the main material used by Solycal. From the stairs, partitions, furniture, and lighting to the doors, each element has been thought out and worked on in a particular way to highlight the steel and show its potential.

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Renovation of Chang’an Innovation Square / Zhutao Architecture Design Studio

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© Ran Luo architects: Zhutao Architecture Design Studio Location: North Lianfeng Road, Chang’an County, Dongguan, Guangdong Province, China Project Year: 2019 Photographs: Ran Luo Photographs: Area: 24183.

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Aquapark Kyjov by SENAA architekti

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The Aquapark Sport and Relaxation Center began with a modernization of the outdoor public swimming pool and now has a newly-built indoor swimming pool to complement it. The pool history started early in the 20th century with the establishment of the river swimming spa. The complex is sensitively set in the interface between the existing urban structure and central Kyjov park; it is surrounded by 100-year-old trees.

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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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Residential Building Saentis 3x3 / lilin architekten

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© Lucas Peters Architektur Photography architects: lilin architekten Location: Säntisstrasse 6, 8810 Horgen, Switzerland Project Year: 2023 Photographs: Lucas Peters Architektur Photography Read more »

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AI ‘completes’ keith haring’s unfinished artwork, raising ethical issues and copyright concerns

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artificial intelligence fills in keith haring’s unfinished painting Controversy erupted online when an X user employed artificial intelligence to ‘complete’ Keith Haring’s Unfinished Painting (1989). The original artwork occupies only the top-left corner, leaving the rest intentionally blank to symbolize the void caused by the HIV epidemic, which claimed Haring’s life.

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The Landing House / Industry of All Nations

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© Ye Rin Mok architects: Industry of All Nations Location: Joshua Tree, California 92252, United States Project Year: 2023 Photographs: Ye Rin Mok Area: 850.

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marc newson designs swarovski’s world-first AI binoculars that identify species on its own

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unveiled at CES 2024, swarovski optik and marc newson design AX VISIO, the dubbed world’s first AI binoculars with long-range optics and digital intelligence. The post marc newson designs swarovski’s world-first AI binoculars that identify species on its own appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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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.