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Louis Kahn-designed Graduate Theological Union building in Berkeley reopens following two-year renovation

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After two years of alterations, the Louis Kahn -designed Hewlett Building at the Graduate Theological Union in Berkeley, CA has reopened. According to the college, the renovations were undertaken to “better serve the needs of students” while remaining loyal to Kahn’s original vision. Image credit: Graduate Theological Union Kahn was selected to design the building in 1972 but passed away two years later while the scheme’s final drawings were being produced.

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Solar Panels in Residential Projects: Efficiency Without Compromising the Aesthetics

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Bundeena Beach House / Grove Architects. © Michael Nicholson Photography Including sustainable strategies in architectural projects is not just a trend, it is a necessity. Each day we become more aware of the importance of responsibly managing natural resources and understanding the environmental factors involved in designing a project. Solar energy is one of the most commonly employed strategies in residential architecture, both active and passive.

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Glazed extensions flank Montreal’s historic Maisonneuve Library following major EVOQ renovation

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Montreal’s Maisonneuve Library has reopened to the public following a major restoration and expansion of the historic building. Dating from 1912, and once serving as a city hall, the building’s transformation was led by Montreal-based EVOQ Architecture and Dan Hanganu Architects, now part of EVOQ, following a 2017 competition win. Image credit: Adrien Williams Image credit: Adrien Williams At the center of the project is the original 1912 building, which was rehabilitated to restore

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Ardoch House / Moxon Architects

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© Simon Kennedy architects: Moxon Architects Location: Cairngorms National Park, United Kingdom Project Year: 2023 Photographs: Simon Kennedy Photographs: Ben Addy Read more »

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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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Six featured architecture and design jobs in Portland, Maine

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The latest edition of our curated job highlights from Archinect Jobs features five employers in Portland, Maine , looking to expand with new, exciting job opportunities. To learn more about the various positions firms are offering, make sure to check out Archinect's Guide to Job Titles series. Also, consult our Archinect Tips collection for helpful guidance on how to get that next job.

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Glazed brick accentuates Shakespeare, Gordon, Vlado: Architects’ new Brooklyn apartment complex

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Shakespeare, Gordon, Vlado: Architects (SGVA) has offered an insight into their completed multi-family housing scheme in Brooklyn’s Bedford-Stuyvesant neighborhood. Named The Garnet, the project is defined by a gray and black masonry facade punctuated by jewel-toned glazed-brick accents. Image credit: Alexander Severin Image credit: Alexander Severin Built on a 15,000-square-foot lot adjacent to the Fulton Street subway line, the scheme holds 103 apartment units above a 12,000-square-foot

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The Barn House / Paul Uhlmann Architects

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© Andy Macpherson Studio architects: Paul Uhlmann Architects Location: Pullenvale QLD 4069, Australia Project Year: 2019 Photographs: Andy Macpherson Studio Area: 412.

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Snøhetta creates hexagonal paver system for urban landscapes

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Interlocking hexagonal pieces make up Flyt, a permeable paver system developed by Norwegian studio Snøhetta as an easy-to-use water management solution for urban areas around the world. Commissioned by outdoor products supplier Asak , it aims to offer landscape architects, builders and developers a water management solution that is easy and creative to use.

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Ca.Sa Collection Archive / Guillermo Hevia García + Catalina Poblete

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© Felipe Ugalde architects: Catalina Poblete architects: Guillermo Hevia García Location: Renca, Metropolitan Region, Chile Project Year: 2022 Photographs: Felipe Ugalde Area: 800.

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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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Neom registers trademarks for Treyam, Aquellum and Jaumur real estate projects

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Neom in Saudi Arabia has registered a series of trademarks including Treyam, Aquellum and Jaumur, which could hint at the names of future developments in the region. The Neom mega project, which is under construction in the north west of Saudi Arabia, has recently registered a series of names at the US Patent and Trademark Office that hint at names of the future regions.

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Athénium / ANAA Architectes

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Courtesy of Quentin REYTINAS architects: ANAA Architectes Location: Wavrin, France Project Year: 2023 Photographs: Courtesy of Quentin REYTINAS Area: 6957.

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AMDL Circle and Iart wrap Basel pavilion in energy-neutral media facade

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Italian studio AMDL Circle and interdisciplinary design studio Iart have created the Novartis Pavilion in Basel, Switzerland , which is wrapped in an energy-neutral media facade. Located alongside the Rhine at the campus of the Novartis healthcare company, the pavilion , which was recently shortlisted in the Dezeen Awards , has a communicative skin made from photovoltaics and LEDs.

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Joshi House / Anahata

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© Shamanth Patil J architects: Anahata Location: Bangalore, Karnataka, India Project Year: 2023 Photographs: Shamanth Patil J Area: 222.

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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.

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Baldridge Architects converts Austin commercial units into its own studio

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Bright white plaster clads the exterior of a 1960s concrete building that has been turned into the self-designed studio of Baldridge Architects, which acted as the designer and contractor. Called Burnet Road Offices, the project involved the adaptive reuse of a small commercial complex along a main street in Austin. Bright white plaster clads the Burnet Road Offices Dating to 1961, the complex, which consists of three semi-connected structures, had served a range of functions over the years.

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The Mala House / Thomas Parambil Architects

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© Justin Sebastian architects: Thomas Parambil Architects Location: Mala, Kerala 680732, India Project Year: 2023 Photographs: Justin Sebastian Area: 2700.

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bubble universe: a glimpse into teamlab’s new borderless museum at tokyo’s azabudai hills

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designboom visited the museum inside the new mixed-used district to explore and experience the immersive ambiance of the exhibitions. The post bubble universe: a glimpse into teamlab’s new borderless museum at tokyo’s azabudai hills appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Studio House / Jonathan Burlow

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© Lorenzo Zandri architects: Jonathan Burlow Location: Folkestone, United Kingdom Project Year: 2023 Photographs: Lorenzo Zandri Area: 49.

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Concrete Waterproofing: The Next Step to a More Resilient Design

Don’t let water wash away all your hard work. When specifying concrete waterproofing, you need a solution that’s reliable and permanent. Without it, your concrete waterproofing is at risk of failing and letting water erode and corrode the concrete that it was supposed to protect. Reduce the risk of waterproofing failure by reading through our latest free specification e-book, which will take you through the four key components to better concrete waterproofing specification.

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Foster + Partners designs tapered stone airport in Saudi Arabia

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Architecture studio Foster + Partners is set to create a cluster of stone buildings informed by local villages for a new terminal at Abha Airport in Saudi Arabia. Located in the capital of the Aseer Province in the south west of the country, the design by Foster + Partners will consist of interconnected clusters and landscaped courtyards the draw upon the region's local vernacular.

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WOW design builds curved, permeable curtain of thousands of ceramic tiles

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WOW design showcases the architectural and aesthetic possibilities of its innovative ceramics by building a suspended, meandering installation from tiles. The post WOW design builds curved, permeable curtain of thousands of ceramic tiles appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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This week BIG and Foster + Partners unveiled New York skyscrapers

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This week on Dezeen , we revealed images of BIG's One High Line skyscraper as it nears completion and Foster + Partners' JPMorgan Chase headquarters, which topped out. Located near New York's High Line, the 122-metre-high development by Danish architecture studio BIG comprises two twisting, condominium towers joined at their base. Described by BIG founder Bjarke Ingels as "good neighbours", the towers will contain a total of 236 apartments across 36 floors, along with a public courtyard and ret

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biobased walls made from corn cobs are recyclable and biodegradable at their lifetime’s end

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stonecycling and circular matters team up to create removable and reusable walls made of bare corn cobs named cornwall using heat. The post biobased walls made from corn cobs are recyclable and biodegradable at their lifetime’s end appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Sustainable Architecture: Design Green with the Client in Mind

Speaker: Pedro Clarke – Principal Architect at A+ Architecture, In Loco Program Director

Sustainability begins with a conversation, and acquiring customer buy-in is entirely dependent on how the conversation is framed. Clients may not see sustainability as a priority out of fear of operational costs and quality. While these are legitimate concerns, it is our responsibility as architects to listen and foster a collaborative culture that answers client issues while also reducing our carbon footprint.

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John Ellway staggers series of indoor-outdoor spaces at Cascade House

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Australian architect John Ellway has renovated an early 20th-century cottage in Queensland into an open family home intended to encourage indoor-outdoor living. Named Cascade House, the residence in Paddington required minimal renovations but was overhauled by Ellway to create more playful spaces for the family's three children. It has been updated with a staggered interior arrangement defined by level changes and open spaces that aim to evoke the feeling of living in a garden.

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Asking $1.3M, This Palm Springs Midcentury Checks All the Retro Boxes

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The 1950s gem comes with breeze blocks, a kidney pool, and a vintage kitchen with fresh appliances. Location : 1486 North Vaquero Road, Palm Springs, California Price : $1,275,000 Year Built : 1956 Footprint : 1,476 square feet (three bedrooms, three baths) Lot Size : 0.25 acres From the Agent : " New to the market is this midcentury stunner with a fantastic rental history and $32K of transferable monthly income for February and March 2024.

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Chongqing's hidden factories inform interiors of Harmay beauty store

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Conveyor belts and cog-like display stands appear within this beauty store in Chongqing , China, designed by AIM Architecture , which takes cues from the city's underground network of factories. Harmay is located at the heart of Chongqing inside a former shopping mall, with its entrance set below street level. A skylight punctures the ceiling of Harmay's Chongqing store "The store is located underneath a large plaza with a multitude of steps going down into it," explained Shanghai practice AIM A

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boconcept and BIG present nawabari collaboration in renovated copenhagen offices

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the renovated BIG offices in copenhagen is home to the modular nawabari collection, a collaboration with boconcept. The post boconcept and BIG present nawabari collaboration in renovated copenhagen offices appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Report: Optimism for Construction Growth in the Next Year Remains High

Research reveals 96% of respondents are very or fairly optimistic about their organization’s growth prospects for the next year. The InEight Global Capital Projects Outlook also finds over half see digital technology as the greatest growth opportunity. But these are only some of the findings. Don't be kept in the dark when it comes to the future. Read the report today!