Archinect

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

Following our previous look at an opening for a Store Planning Designer at Kering Beauté , we are using this week’s edition of our Job Highlights series to explore an open role on Archinect Jobs for a Transporation Project Manager at Skidmore, Owings & Merrill. The role, based in New York, calls for an individual to serve as a project team leader for the firm’s transportation and aviation projects, as well as serving as a client point of contact.

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ArchDaily

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

© Jonas Bjerre-Poulsen and Restaurant Iris architects: NORM Architects Location: Rosendal, Norway Project Year: 2024 Photographs: Jonas Bjerre-Poulsen and Restaurant Iris Area: 1000.

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Archinect

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

This post is brought to you by Harvard GSD Executive Education Every building tells a story. These stories are grounded in our emotional connection to architecture. Our built environment protects us, surrounds us, defines us, and gives us a place to live our lives. The better you understand a building's story, the better you can enlist others into your vision.

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ArchDaily

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

© Manolo Solís architects: Garrido Lizarraga Arquitectos Location: Mérida, Mexico Project Year: 2022 Photographs: Manolo Solís Area: 400.

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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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Archinect

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

The newest AIA /Deltek Architecture Billings Index reporting has shown a continued stasis of weak conditions for firms nationally. The August ABI is now 45.7, down from the 48.2 figure that was recorded for July (any score below 50.0 indicates a decline). This is now the nineteenth consecutive month of declines in the ABI index. "Unfortunately, even the impending interest rate cuts didn’t move the needle on project inquiries or new design contracts at architecture firms.

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Archinect

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

The Prix Versailles has revealed its list for the 2024 edition of the World's Most Beautiful Emporiums List. Each is said to exhibit a number of sustainable credentials and will next compete against other category winners for one of three 2024 World Titles – Prix Versailles, Interior and Exterior – that are expected to be announced from the UNESCO Headquarters on December 2nd.

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ArchDaily

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

Completed in 2023 in Tallinn, Estonia. Images by Tõnu Tunnel. The seed for the timber school building was sown already in the architecture competition brief. The aim was to establish a school specialized in.

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Archinect

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

Steven Holl Architects , in collaboration with Newil&Bau, has opened a new multifamily development in Finland's capital called Meander Housing. The September 12th inauguration marks the end of a journey that first began in 2006 and underwent a period of dormancy before being constructed in just 2.5 years. Image: Jenny Kallio Helsinki’s Taivallahti Bay provides the backdrop to the 115-unit building that was recuperated from a former military barracks in the city’s Taka-Tö&oum

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ArchDaily

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

Carpa Itinerante / Fabrizio Pugliese + Gabriel Huarte. Image Cortesía de Fabrizio Pugliese + Gabriel Huarte Spanning over 20 million square kilometers and featuring nearly all the climates of the world, the Latin American region is home to endemic biological wealth and geographical diversity that ranges from some of the most significant rivers in the world to the mountain range of the Andes , the Amazon rainforests , the plains of Patagonia , the coasts of the Caribbean Sea , and more.

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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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Archinect

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

We proudly present VANBOOM's very first energy-positive home: the VB56. The sustainable, wooden prefab house with three spacious bedrooms has a net floor area of 76M2 and is completely energy neutral. The house is an example of our sustainable approach to housing construction, in which each wooden shelter is tailored to the wishes and needs of the customer.

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ArchDaily

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

Shenzhen Pingshan Sports Park. Image © Atchain MVRDV, in collaboration with Huayi Design, has been awarded the design contract for the Shenzhen Pingshan Sports Park in eastern Shenzhen, China. The sports park will feature a wide range of facilities, including an arena for badminton and other competitive sports, the new Chinese National Badminton Training Centre, and a National Fitness Centre, alongside various amenities for public use.

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Avontuura

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

The concrete military bunkers were disguised as farmhouses in an attempt to obscure, allowing them to blend into the surrounding nature. The post MVRDV combines history, housing, culture, and nature in Buitenplaats Koningsweg; a former WWII German military base appeared first on Åvontuura.

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ArchDaily

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

First Prize Winner. Image Courtesy of Buildner Buildner has announced the results of its second annual Home of Shadows international architecture ideas competition. This competition series is designed to focus on the vital interplay between light and shadow in creating functional and inviting living spaces, highlighting the importance of natural light in home design, which is essential for creating comfortable, welcoming, and practical environments.

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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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Enscape

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

The release of Enscape 4.1 introduced a slew of amazing new features, including colored shadows for artificial light sources and a colored sun shadows update.

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ArchDaily

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

Courtesy of Practice Design | India Autism Center The India Autism Center (IAC), situated in Sirakole, West Bengal, represents a new perspective in accessible design and inclusivity. Designed to meet the specific needs of individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and related conditions, the center embodies a comprehensive approach to neurodiverse living.

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designboom

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

customers order with laminated picture cards, and staff hand drinks through the wall, creating a fully non-verbal experience. The post filipino café serves beverages straight through a hole in a concrete wall appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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ArchDaily

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

Aerial view on Gyumri city, Armenia. Image © Openfinal via Shutterstock Gyumri, the capital of Armenia's Shirak region and the country's second-largest city, was historically known for its culture and architectural heritage. While it was part of the Soviet Union, the city hosted many factories that turned it into a primary industrial center in the region, reaching a population of approximately 225,000 people.

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Deezen

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

The revamp of a 1960s estate and a stepped brick terrace on an infill site feature on the 2024 shortlist for the Royal Institute of British Architects ' Neave Brown Award for Housing. A neighbourhood with 235 socially rented homes also features on the four-strong shortlist, alongside apartments tailored to older residents on a vacant brownfield site.

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ArchDaily

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

Completed in 2023 in Kampli, India. Images by Arjun Krishna, Ramasya Films. Madhura is a home designed as a response to the client's wish for a home reminiscent of their ancestral home in Kampli, Karnataka - a quaint town.

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designboom

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

craftsman tran long ho has built his own jet boat from scratch, shaping it to look like a UFO that’s capable of cruising. The post functional UFO jet boat zooms through water as a motorized flying saucer for lakes or rivers appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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ArchDaily

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

Completed in 2023 in Palma, Spain. Images by José Hevia. Casa Montisión is an architectural intervention that transforms an old shop in Palma de Mallorca into a contemporary home while preserving the.

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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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designboom

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

the project promotes the coexistence of nature and architecture, featuring 21 floors that rotate 4.5 degrees, transforming terraces into private gardens The post vincent callebaut’s residential tower inspired by DNA forms vertical forest in taipei appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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ArchDaily

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

© Dean Bradley architects: Lloyd Hartley Architects architects: True Story Location: Fitzroy North, Australia Project Year: 2023 Photographs: Dean Bradley Area: 142.

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Deezen

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

Pale brick , stone and timber were used to create a "rustic and warm feeling" at this home in rural China , designed by local studio CPlus Architects. Named Mother's House, the home is located in Xiyang Village southwest of Beijing, and was designed by CPlus Architects to demonstrate the potential of often overlooked rural areas outside China's cities.

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ArchDaily

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

© Kim Fohmann architects: Buero Wagner Location: Campana del Rey, Munich, Germany Project Year: 2024 Photographs: Kim Fohmann Photographs: Buero Wagner Area: 75.

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