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Dew House / Ayutt and Associates Design

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© Chalermwat Wongchompoo | Sofography architects: Ayutt and Associates Design Location: Ubon Ratchathani, Thailand Project Year: 2023 Photographs: Chalermwat Wongchompoo | Sofography Area: 900.

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Honoring the achievements of China’s first female architect one hundred years later

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On May 18, 2024, the University of Pennsylvania awarded Lin Huiyin (林徽因) with an architecture degree, exactly 100 years after they refused to admit her into their undergraduate program because she was a woman. [.] With the news of Lin’s belated degree quickly going viral on Chinese social media, her name is again in the public eye.

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Barcelona Plans to Ban Tourist Apartment Rentals to Ease the Housing Crisis

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Barcelona street view. Image © VTT Studio via Shutterstock The Spanish city of Barcelona , one of Europe's top tourist destinations, has announced a plan to ban apartment rentals to tourists by November 2028. The move, announced by Mayor Jaume Collboni, aims to alleviate the long-standing housing crisis , lower prices for residents, improve livability, and increase the city’s affordable housing stock.

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The New York Times gets inside the debate on ‘tiny homes’ and LA’s fight against homelessness

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“The city of Los Angeles has worked very hard to brand these as tiny homes as if they are a housing solution, which they absolutely are not,” said Shayla Myers, a senior attorney at the Legal Aid Foundation of Los Angeles. “In reality, these are tiny sheds.” Firsthand accounts of what it’s like to live inside one of the eleven tiny home villages scattered across parts of the San Fernando Valley and northeast LA often underscore their value as bulwarks against unshel

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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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Higashi Tamagawa Apartment Complex / Tomoyuki Kurokawa Architects

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© Ryogo Utatsu architects: Tomoyuki Kurokawa Architects Location: Higashi Tamagawa, Setagaya City, Tokyo, Japan Project Year: 2019 Photographs: Ryogo Utatsu Photographs: Kenta Hasegawa Area: 567.

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SOM's Residential Chicago Towers Break Ground in the United States

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Courtesy of SOM / Related Midwest The Skidmore Owings & Merril (SOM) two-tower development in Downtown Chicago has just started construction. Situated at the intersection of Lake Michigan and the Chicago River, the new residential development seeks to redefine Chicago’s skyline. Composed of 635 residential units in its first phase, 20% of which are designated as affordable housing, the scheme also outlines the design of DuSable Park.

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Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation teams up with Lindal to offer replica Usonian home designs with a modern twist

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Your chance to build a version of one of Frank Lloyd Wright 's seminal Usonian home designs has now become available thanks to a new collaboration between the Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation and the Seattle-based home construction company Lindal Cedar Homes. Replica designs inspired by the Bachman-Wilson home, Gordon House, and Seth Peterson cottage count among the nine available for purchase.

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The Learning Architecture for Learners Welcome Center / VUILD Inc.

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© Takumi Ota architects: VUILD Location: Koganei, Japan Project Year: 2023 Photographs: Takumi Ota Photographs: Courtesy of VUILD Area: 295.

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New architecture and design competitions: Better Design Award, Hangzhou Jiangnan City of Science, A' Design Award, Epistle Writing Prize, Pape Info Point, Beyond Black Square, Architecture Illustration Competition, and Feeel Design World Prize

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This edition of Bustler's curated picks of noteworthy architecture and design competitions features eight calls seeking forward-thinking, innovative products and services, urban design proposals for the planned Hangzhou Jiangnan City of Science, outstanding projects in architecture, interior design, and other related fields, impactful written pieces that shed light on contemporary issues or interesting stories relating to the built environment, designs of a modular, transportable education stand

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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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The Candelabro Floating Cultural Platform / Natura Futura Arquitectura

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© Saul Vera, Jhonatan Andrade,Patricio Naranjo architects: Natura Futura Arquitectura Location: Babahoyo, Ecuador Project Year: 2024 Photograhps: Saul Vera, Jhonatan Andrade,Patricio Naranjo Area: 16.

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Washington University in St. Louis alum Adare Brown wins the $75K Steedman Fellowship in Architecture

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The College of Architecture and Graduate School of Architecture & Urban Design at the Sam Fox School of Design & Visual Arts at Washington University in St. Louis has announced its selection of alum Adare Brown as the winner of its 2023-24 James Harrison Steedman Memorial Fellowship in Architecture. The $75,000 fellowship, organized in partnership with the AIA St.

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How to Instantly Turn Program Briefs Into 3D Spaces

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Courtesy of Snaptrude Every project begins with a program brief outlining the spaces, areas, and requirements essential to kick off the design process. This essential document guides architects in understanding client needs, allocating space efficiently and ensuring the design meets the project's functional requirements. However, manually converting this tabular data from a spreadsheet to spatial data in your massing tool is incredibly tedious and time-consuming.

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Archinect's latest featured hiring firms include Workshop/APD, OLI, Zyme, and Butler Armsden

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In this week's curated employer highlight from Archinect Jobs , we are featuring four architecture and design firms with current openings in Los Angeles , San Francisco , and New York City. For even more opportunities, head over to the Archinect job board and explore our active community of job seekers , firms , and schools. Workshop/APD is accepting applications for five opportunities in New York City: an Architectural Project Manager with a minimum of five years of experience and proficiency w

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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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Organic Research & Training Centre / Seipal & Raje Architects

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© Santosh Kardak architects: Seipal & Raje Architects Location: Bylakuppe, India Project Year: 2023 Photographs: Santosh Kardak Area: 670.

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University of Chicago researchers create cooling fabric that can block heat from structures in cities

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Future city dwellers could beat the heat with clothes made of a new fabric that keeps them cool. The textile, made of a plastic material and silver nanowires, is designed to stay cool in urban settings by taking advantage of a principle known as radiative cooling – the natural process by which objects radiate heat into space. The material was designed by a team of researchers at the University of Chicago led by Po-Chun Hsu, an Assistant Professor of Molecular Engineering.

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Recreation and Sports Park / RS+ Robert Skitek

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© Tomasz Zakrzewski architects: RS+ Robert Skitek Location: Kozienice, Poland Project Year: 2023 Photographs: Tomasz Zakrzewski Area: 15705.

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Liverpool redevelopment scheme wins revived Carbuncle Cup as Britain's 'worst new building'

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The unfortunate "winner" of the UK’s Carbuncle Cup , which annually celebrates the country’s most detested new architecture, has been announced as the 2019 Liverpool Lime Street redevelopment scheme from Broadway Malyan. The contest, which is presented by the London-based magazine The Fence , was revived for 2024 after a six-year hiatus following BDP ’s Redrock Stockport "victory" in 2018.

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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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Queer Urban Design: Planning for Inclusive Cities

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The Victorian Pride Center / Brearley Architects and Urbanists + Grant Amon Architects. Image © John Gollings Evolving theories in urban design seek to reframe how cities are built and experienced. As theory and practice grows more empathetic towards the needs of its diverse stakeholders, queer urban design brings a broad and holistic shift to understanding identity and community in publicly inhabited spaces.

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Float House by Sergio Sampaio Archi + Tectônica

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Concept: Conceived as the main residence for a family in a condominium in the metropolitan region of São Paulo, Float House stands out for its privileged location: a corner plot on a flat street, in the highest part of the condominium. The residence offers a wide panoramic view, and the large garden terrace on the upper floor complements the complex by providing a space for contemplation for the three suites.

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MARC Auditorium / The Purple Ink Studio

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© Suryan//Dang architects: The Purple Ink Studio Location: Bengaluru, India Project Year: 2024 Photographs: Suryan//Dang Area: 123000.

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Legal challenge to block Toronto's controversial Ontario Place redevelopment fails in court

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The Art Newspaper is reporting on the failure of a legal challenge that would have blocked Toronto’s controversial plans to realize a massive spa complex on the site of Ontario Place after the provincial Superior Court of Justice’s June 11th decision. The project is contentious on both heritage and environmental grounds and has likewise drawn ire from its reported costs north of $650 million CAD ($476 million USD) to taxpayers.

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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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Performing Arts Centre Brighton College / krft

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Completed in 2024 in Brighton and Hove, United Kingdom. Images by Stijn Bollaert. A new Performance Arts Centre for Brighton College, with a fully equipped 400-seat theatre. The 3000-square meter building incorporates studio.

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evr-architecten designs new office building for 'De Watergroep'. by evr-architecten

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The new office building for ‘De Watergroep’ in the Koning Boudewijnstraat, near St. Peter’s Station in Ghent, Belgium, consists of a four-story main building and a meeting hub at the back of the site. The complex stands on an underground parking area shared with restaurant ‘De Gouden Klok’ Within the urban context and within the RUP (spatial implementation plan, in Flanders, is a plan by which the government establishes land use in a given area), this project provid

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Unknown Works unveils The Armadillo, an experimental CLT timber pavilion, in celebration of 2024 London Festival of Architecture and Houghton Arts & Music Festival

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The Armadillo extends the opportunities of experimental cross-laminated timber architecture to push forward a spatial, sound experience. The post Unknown Works unveils The Armadillo, an experimental CLT timber pavilion, in celebration of 2024 London Festival of Architecture and Houghton Arts & Music Festival appeared first on Åvontuura.

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Arts Building / MiMool Arquitectura & Design de Interiores

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© Ivo Tavares Studio architects: MiMool Arquitectura & Design de Interiores Location: Porto, Portugal Project Year: 2023 Photographs: Ivo Tavares Studio Area: 1660.

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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.