Fri.Mar 28, 2025

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An off-kilter Virginia ‘DIY’ house that matches its designer’s personality

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A unique rural residential design created by Virginia Tech University professor Ben Pennell as a speculative project and aspirational nod to internet-driven 'DIY' culture has taken off after being completed last fall with help from several students. Photo by Ben Pennell Known simply by its address—300 John Lemley Lane—the design was realized in the rural town of Christiansburg and occupies three levels, containing simultaneous metaphors of an 18th-century London church, an American W

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Photos reveal Zaha Hadid Architects stadium nearing completion in Guangzhou

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Architecture studio Zaha Hadid Architects has released construction photos of the Greater Bay Area Sports Centre, a sporting complex with a 60,000-seat stadium nearing completion in China. Set to open in June, the multi-venue complex sits in a 70-hectare park in Guangzhou's Nansha district and will host the China National Games in November. The Greater Bay Area Sports Centre is nearing completion in China Zaha Hadid Architects developed the Greater Bay Area Sports Centre in collaboration with lo

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A look at Edition Office's Federal House in New South Wales, Australia

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Australian architecture studio Edition Office designed a home that displays a striking contrast to its natural surroundings, while also maintaining a deep immersion in them. Image: Ben Hosking Located in Federal, New South Wales, Australia , Federal House stands out through its black pigmented concrete and black timber battens amidst the green, hinterland location.

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Oak Village - The 9th Avenue / 1+1>2 Architects

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Danamoe Studio, Hoang Thuc Hao architects: 1+1>2 Architects Location: No.9 Ward, Mandalay-Lashio Road, Pyin Oo Lwin, Yangon, Myanmar Project Year: 2023 Photographs: Danamoe Studio, Hoang Thuc Hao Area: 9942.

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The Constructor's Digital Transformation Playbook: Reducing Risk With Technology

Speaker: Dylan Secrest

Construction projects are high-stakes operations where even minor inefficiencies can lead to costly delays, safety concerns, and budget overruns. Managing risk in construction has always been a challenge, but as projects grow in complexity, traditional methods no longer cut it. Enter Digital Transformation - a game changer approach that replaces inefficiency with AI-powered analytics, real-time monitoring, and automated workflows to proactively manage risk.

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Federal judge upholds NYC's ban on natural gas in buildings

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A ruling in the Southern District of New York, which covers New York City, has upheld the city’s 2021 ban on natural gas heating and appliances in new buildings. The decision will have consequences for other similar attempts to curtail fossil fuels in Seattle, Boston, and several dozen other states and municipalities that have enacted such bans from 2020 on.

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Trappudden Vindbåk Wind Shelter / Umeå School of Architecture

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Completed in 2024 in Sweden. Images by Jonas Eltes. From Concept to Structure is an annual hands-on summer course offering students an intense design-build collaborative learning process embedded in a.

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Dezeen design editor named Young Arts Journalist of the Year

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Dezeen's design and environment editor Jennifer Hahn has been named Young Arts Journalist of the Year at the Chartered Institute of Journalists' inaugural Young Journalist Awards. Hahn was presented the award, launched to "celebrate and promote the exceptional talents of young journalists", at a ceremony in London earlierthis week. Other winners on the night included journalists from The Times and ITV News.

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Lycée Kessel Djibouti / richard + schoeller

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Sergio Grazia architects: Richard + Schoeller Architectes Location: Djibouti Project Year: 2024 Photographs: Sergio Grazia Area: 2910.

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why is the internet freaking out about chatGPT’s studio ghibli-style AI images?

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on march 25th, 2025, the AI organization rolls out GPT-4o, describing the model as capable of precise, accurate, photorealistic outputs. The post why is the internet freaking out about chatGPT’s studio ghibli-style AI images? appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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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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Gruta House / Salvador Román Hernández + Adela Mortéra Villarreal

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Fabian Martinez architects: Adela Mortra Villarreal architects: Salvador Romn Hernndez Location: Valladolid, Yucatn, Mexico. Project Year: 2025 Photographs: Fabian Martinez Area: 254.

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Red Rock by Faulkner Architects

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Located on a three-quarter-acre parcel with views of the Las Vegas Strip to the east and Red Rock Canyon to the west, this site endures strong winds, cold, dry winters, and harsh, hot summers with monsoon rainstorms. Protection from the sun and wind, as well as durability and privacy were the simple constraints that shaped the formal direction and materiality of the house.

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Living on Hohentorsplatz / Hild und K

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Michael Heinrich architects: Hild und K Location: Am Hohentorsplatz 2, 28199 Bremen, Germany Project Year: 2021 Photographs: Michael Heinrich Area: 480.

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Chicago Architecture Biennial announces new board co-chairs

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The Chicago Architecture Biennial has announced Nora Daley and Sarah Herda as the new co-chairs of its board of directors. Both co-chairs will be responsible for setting a strategic vision for the future of CAB, and “galvanizing support for the next edition” of the biennial. CAB describes Daley as a “respected arts innovator and civic leader” bringing over two decades of experience at the intersection of strategy, learning, and systems rebuilding in the public and private

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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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AU Childcare Support / HIBINOSEKKEI + Youji no Shiro

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Courtesy of HIBINOSEKKEI + Youji no Shiro architects: HIBINOSEKKEI + Youji no Shiro Location: Sasebo City, Nagasaki Prefecture, Japan Project Year: 2022 Photographs: Courtesy of HIBINOSEKKEI + Youji no Shiro Area: 94.

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SOM opens Melbourne office inside century-old Art Deco bank building

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Skidmore, Owings & Merrill have offered an insight into their new office in Melbourne , Australia. Located on the third floor of the Union Bank Chambers building in the city’s Central Business District, the office is designed to accommodate up to 24 architects, urban designers, and engineers. Image credit: Nicole England The material palette for the studio includes Tasmanian oak, marble, and polished concrete to compliment the Art Deco style of the 100-year-old building.

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Energia de Portugal Headquarters / ELEMENTAL

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Completed in 2024 in Lisbon, Portugal. Images by Francisco Nogueira. This project had to solve a kind of paradox, two forces pulling in opposite directions: on the one hand, it had to comply with a Masterplan that.

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k-studio’s athens international airport expansion draws from the city’s layered history

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the athens airport expansion led by k-studio will include oculus spaces conceived as lush, circular mediterranean gardens. The post k-studio’s athens international airport expansion draws from the city’s layered history appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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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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An Architecture of Mixed Ancestry: The Work of Taller Síntesis and Its Dialogue with Colombia's Diverse Territory

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Parque Educativo Saberes Ancestrales. Image Alejandro Arango A change in the way architecture was practiced in Colombia was necessary, and Taller Sntesis emerged to materialize this transformation. The studio combines a deep understanding of the territory and its context with architectural solutions that translate into materiality and built spaces.

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philippe starck places 19th-century house atop monolithic structure for french hotel

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maison heler, shaped from steel and glass, brings the designer's poetic imagination to life. The post philippe starck places 19th-century house atop monolithic structure for french hotel appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann created the crème de la crème of art deco design

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mile-Jacques Ruhlmann produced some of art deco 's most extravagant designs. For our Art Deco Centenary series, we profile the French designer who wanted to make the best furniture in the world, at any cost. The height of Ruhlmann's career was the Exposition Internationale des Arts Dcoratifs et Industriels Modernes, the 1925 Paris exhibition that ushered in the art deco style.

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MVRDV reinvents the market square to become a luminous ‘market cube’ in taiwan

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MVRDV reimagines the taiwanese market as a vertical civic hub combining food halls, cultural venues, and rooftop farming. The post MVRDV reinvents the market square to become a luminous ‘market cube’ in taiwan appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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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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David Childs, SOM firm leader, dies at 83

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David Childs, the lauded SOM architect perhaps best known for realizing One World Trade Center, died on March 26 in Pelham, New York, surrounded by family. News of his passing The post David Childs, SOM firm leader, dies at 83 appeared first on The Architects Newspaper.

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designboom’s ultimate guide to milan design week 2025

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discover our guide to milan design week 2025, the week in the calendar where the design world converges on the italian city. The post designboom’s ultimate guide to milan design week 2025 appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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KTGY wraps a California art gallery in charred Douglas fir

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Mass timber construction has arrived in Morgan Hill, California, a small city located south of San Jose. A new structure known as the Edes Building has risen near the center The post KTGY wraps a California art gallery in charred Douglas fir appeared first on The Architects Newspaper.

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foldable banana-shaped hanger helps children organize their clothes

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a simple grasp-and-open motion turns banannang into a fully functional hanger. The post foldable banana-shaped hanger helps children organize their clothes appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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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