Mon.Mar 18, 2024

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LAVA Unveils Winged Design for Kuwait’s Pavilion at World Expo Osaka 2025

ArchDaily

Courtesy of Kuwait Expo 2025 Osaka The State of Kuwait has revealed the design of the upcoming Kuwait Pavilion to take shape at World Expo 2025 in Osaka. Designed by architectural firm LAVA (Laboratory for Visionary Architecture) , the temporary structure is envisioned as a “Visionary Lighthouse” representing Kuwait’s embrace of Arab cultures, arts, and social works.

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NEOM announces new Gidori resort and golf course satellite development — its tenth overall

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A new golf resort concept has been revealed as the latest satellite development for NEOM , Saudi Arabia’s $500 billion+ experiment in urbanization and global luxury tourism. 'Gidori,' as it will be known, is designed to include an 18-hole course with a 200-unit residential component, 80-room hotel, beach club, and other sport and leisure facilities spread throughout a rocky coastal setting on the Gulf of Aqaba.

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Felt: A Tool That Will Revolutionize Mapping for Architects and Urban Practitioners

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Map of Hurricane Sandy Impact Analysis. Courtesy of Felt Sightseeing is an activity closely intertwined with architecture and cities. So much is that Guiliana Bruno adapts the term to site-seeing in her comprehensive book Atlas of Emotions: Journeys in Art, Architecture and Film , emphasizing the link between tourism and the urban landscape. Traveling and exploring new places is not something only architects like, it's among the most enjoyable activities for anyone.

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Pascale Sablan, Kofi Bio, Lucy Tilley announced as new co-CEOs of Adjaye Associates

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Adjaye Associates has announced the promotions of three new CEOs in an organizational restructuring that will see founder David Adjaye step into a new role as the Executive Chair of the group and the firm's Principal. Pascale Sablan , Kofi Bio, and Lucy Tilley will now lead the New York, Accra, and London studios as CEOs, respectively. Sablan, most recently the 2023-24 NOMA President, is perhaps the best-known architect of the group.

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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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Symmetry in Architecture: 15 Contemporary Collective Housing Units in Latin America

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XX de Noviembre Apartment Building / Estudio Hidalgo. Image © Cesar Bejar What is symmetry in architecture ? Why is it used to design spaces? What advantages and disadvantages does it present compared to other projection tools such as rotation, translation, and/or repetition? Contemporary architecture evolves day by day by implementing different strategies to create habitable spaces where people can carry out their daily activities, meet their needs, and more.

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ArchDaily's 2024 Best New Practices

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ArchDaily's 2024 Best New Practices Architecture is about giving form to the places where people live. It is no easier, and no more complicated, than that. There are three key words here: “form,” “place,” and “life.” As soon as one reflects on these terms, one immediately comprehends that these things are not all that easy. - Alejandro Aravena With this phrase in the foreword to ArchDaily’s Guide to Architecture , Alejandro Aravena reflects on the underlying complexity of architecture.

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Sheppard Medical Building by Mehdi Marzyari Architects

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Sheppard Medical Centre is a place of care, serving both its immediate community as well as individuals seeking specialized treatments. Designed according to “Human Centric” principles, the architecture reflects the ambitions of the clients, creating a salutogenic, holistic centre for wellness. The project is a two-storey, 7000 SF medical office building with rear surface parking on Sheppard Avenue East in North York, Toronto.

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Sustainable Policy: How Deconstruction Policies Are Revolutionizing Construction Waste Management in the United States

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Straw-wall panels. Image Courtesy of EcoCocon For a long time, the construction industry has followed a linear process - extract raw materials, build structures, demolish them, and then dispose of the garbage in landfills. This approach has serious negative effects on the environment and society and is inherently unsustainable. Reconsidering traditional methods and workflows requires support from all stakeholders and a sense of urgency proclaimed by authorities.

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Model(ing) Lecture Series at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

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Model(ing), a representational seminar taught by Gideon Schwartzman at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, is excited to offer an upcoming virtual lecture series as part of the course. Invited guests include William O'Brien Jr Associate Professor at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Sean Canty Assistant Professor at Harvard, and Sam Sheffer Critic at the Rhode Island School of Design.

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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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Social Rehabilitation: Exploring Community Involvement in Architectural Restoration

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he Great Mosque of Djenné. Image © Michele Alfieri/Shutterstock Rehabilitation involves repairing , renovating, altering, or reconstructing any building or structure. It addresses the need to significantly improve a building's failing features, primarily through strengthening or replacing elements to restore the structure's optimal performance. The impact of building rehabilitation on the physical environment is significant.

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New Frontiers of Deep Beauty

MLL Atelier

An exploration into the future of beauty, and its relationship with the future of design. To embark on this journey, we must first ask: How is beauty perceived? And what makes something beautiful?

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ee.jae House / 100A associates

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Completed in 2022 in Gimpo, South Korea. Images by Jae-yoon Kim. After completing all the work, I write this short piece to reflect once more on what I aimed to communicate to my client as an architect.

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Building Anywhere: Design for the 'Impossible Site'

MLL Atelier

An exploration into interplanetary construction, the unbound exploration of impossible frontiers, and how such design could increase human adaptability to extreme conditions on Earth.

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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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Natrium University Building in Gothenburg / Kanozi Arkitekter

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Completed in 2023 in Gotemburgo, Sweden. Images by Felix Gerlach. In August 2023, Natrium, a 32,000 m² lab and research building on Medicinareberget in central Gothenburg, was completed. One of the main ideas behind.

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The Serious Potential of Design for Play

MLL Atelier

An exploration into the future of play, and its relationship with the future of design. Playing may at first seem frivolous and unnecessary; but when delving more deeply, one finds that it has a critical role in helping people to learn, socialize, and be more creative.

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Foster + Partners Begins Construction on "The Grid" Office Development in Athens, Greece

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Courtesy of Foster + Partners Construction is currently in progress on “The Grid,” a new office complex by Foster + Partners. Located in Marousi, an established business hub that boasts connectivity to central Athens , the project spans an entire city block. The project features modern, adaptable workspaces , along with landscaped green areas that integrate with a public park.

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Adaptive Furniture: The Desk of Your Dreams

MLL Atelier

An exploration into the future of design for furniture, the seamless relationship it has with its surrounding architecture, and new possibilities to elevate humanity into our next evolution.

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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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The Oreum Restaurant / Dajoo Architect

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© Jisoo Park architects: Dajoo Architect Location: 136-32 Yongdu-ro 47beon-gil, Deogyang-gu, Goyang-si, Gyeonggi-do, South Korea Project Year: 2023 Photographs: Jisoo Park Area: 2629.

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Tulane's upcoming symposium brings together global experts to redefine architecture in the age of ecological crisis

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This post is brought to you by Tulane School of Architecture , an Archinect Partner School Set for April 6, 2024, at Tulane University's Freeman Auditorium, ' Architecture’s Ecological Restructuring: Part II ' is a notable symposium addressing the intersection of architecture and environmental sustainability. Building on its predecessor from 2023, this event assembles experts from prestigious institutions—including Tulane , Rhode Island School of Design , and Harvard Graduate School

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Hefei 1953 Juxing Grain Post Shanghai Sanlian Bookstore / SU Architects

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© Xuguo Tang architects: SU Architects Location: PWG3+JCH, Feixi County, Hefei, Anhui, China Project Year: 2022 Photographs: Xuguo Tang Area: 920.

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Design at the Speed of Light

MLL Atelier

Our future is built through evolutionary processes — many of which are dependent upon design iteration, experimentation, and application. This is what allows us to conceptualize and co-create new futures through fields like architecture, industrial design, urban design, and other local and global systems of design.

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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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From Raw Timber to Crafted Comfort: Where Does the Chair I’m Sitting in Come From?

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Cortesia de Lyndon in Cheltenham from Boss Design Each piece of furniture, be it a table, a chair, or a sofa, is much more than just a functional element. It is a bearer of stories, a keeper of memories, and a reflection of the craftsmanship of those who brought it to life. When it comes to wooden furniture, this connection with history and skill is even deeper; every grain, knot, and shade tells the story of the tree it came from, and the craftsmanship of the artisans is manifested in the curve

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MetaDesign: Extending the Design Mind

MLL Atelier

An exploration into the future of concept design. This notion is a bit meta, as we delve into the design of how we design. For creators this is important since it is through this type of meta-thinking that we can invent new design tools, techniques, and philosophies to shape the way design evolves into the future.

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Vasat Vita Office and Residence / Vuumaatra Consultants

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© Maruf Raihan architects: Vuumaatra Consultants Location: 14 Road No. 3, Dhaka 1212, Bangladesh Project Year: 2023 Photographs: Maruf Raihan Area: 5700.

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Earthscape Studio design circular home featuring floating rocks in a gabion wall

Avontuura

The site is located in the midst of the mountain ranges. It has a 180 degree view of the beautiful mountains with a deep valley in front. The post Earthscape Studio design circular home featuring floating rocks in a gabion wall appeared first on Åvontuura.

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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!