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15 featured architecture and design jobs in Texas

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If you're an experienced professional ready for a new architectural career opportunity in Texas , this newest edition of our curated job picks from Archinect Jobs is for you. Look below at this selection of 10 featured employers looking to grow with exciting roles across the state. To explore specific job titles from the architectural profession, consult Archinect's Guide to Job Titles series.

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Bamboo in Latin American Housing: 10 Houses Revealing the Future of the Material in Architecture

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Milguaduas House / ritmo arquitectos. Image © Yeferson Bernal, Juan David Toro The use of local materials in architecture is becoming more and more important as there is a growing need to find new, sustainable construction methods that can help address the current climate crisis. Understanding the behavior of different materials and their key construction properties, architects and other professionals in the field are increasingly turning to bamboo, aiming to develop strategies and techniques th

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Washington University in St. Louis launches search for next architecture director

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Following last week’s look at an opening for a Senior Project Manager at The Menil Collection , we are using this week’s edition of our Job Highlights series to explore an opportunity on Archinect Jobs for the Director of the College of Architecture and Graduate School of Architecture and Urban Design at Washington University in St. Louis.

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Skagen Klitgård House / PAX Architects

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Completed in 2021 in Skagen, Denmark. Images by Coast Studio. Located in Skagen, the northernmost point in Denmark, the summer house pays tribute to local architecture and the history of the town. Therefore, the.

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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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Tiantian Xu named winner of the 2023 Marcus Prize by the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee School of Architecture and Urban Planning

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Beijing-based architect Tiantian Xu has been named the winner of this year's Marcus Prize by the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee School of Architecture and Urban Planning (SARUP). The $100,000 prize is one of the highest monetary awards in architecture and recognizes established architects who show future promise in the field. Xu is the Prize’s tenth overall winner.

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Get Lectured: University of Maryland, Fall '23

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Archinect's Get Lectured offers a survey of the various events and public programming on tap at architecture schools each semester. Today, our series continues with a preview of what’s in store at the University of Maryland School of Architecture, Planning, and Preservation. this Fall. Earlier in September, the school welcomed a lecture from Elizabeth Plater-Zyberk on September 8 and a presentation/workshop from Kabir Khondaker and Suhailey Farzana on September 29-21.

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Afra Residential Building / barsav architecture office

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© fatemeh soveizi architects: barsav architecture office Location: Razavi Khorasan Province, Mashhad, Seyyed Razi Blvd, Iran Project Year: 2023 Photographs: fatemeh soveizi Area: 1034.

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Upcoming Fall 2023 lectures and events from more Archinect Partner Schools

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Continuing with our academic event highlights, we share must-see lectures, presentations, and events from our remaining * Archinect Partner Schools. During the month of September, we highlighted upcoming events from SCI-Arc , Pratt Institute , Tyler School of Art and Architecture at Temple University , NYIT School of Architecture and Design , and Cranbrook Academy of Art.

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Mirrors Plaza / Bla! Estudio Creativo + Abarca Palma Arquitectos

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© Gonzalo Zuñiga architects: Abarca Palma Arquitectos architects: Bla! Estudio Creativo Location: Interseccion Avda. Apoquindo, Avda Manquehue y Avda. Alonso de Cordova, Las Condes, Santiago, Chile Project Year: 2022 Photographs: Gonzalo Zuñiga Photographs: Felipe Ugalde Area: 180.

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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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BIG unveils a new sofa piece designed for Natuzzi Italia

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Furniture brand Natuzzi Italia has unveiled a sofa designed by Bjarke Ingels Group. The Colle Sofa, available online , draws inspiration from Natuzzi Italia’s early iconic designs, “known for their inviting, hospitable style that captures the essence of Mediterranean living,” as the company describes it. Image credit: Natuzzi Italia The piece is part of the wider Natuzzi Italia project titled ‘The Circle of Harmony,’ which has included a collaboration with dozens of

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Maya Shala / Toh Balam

ArchDaily

Completed in 2021 in Tulum, Mexico. Images by Yoshihiro Koitani. The temple aims to be an inspiring space that blends Mayan tradition and yoga, representing the four elements and the sunrise. It achieves structural.

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New RIBA manifesto urges lawmakers' action for better practices in the built environment

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A new "Manifesto for a Better Built Environment" has been published by the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) , calling on the country’s policymakers to make more urgent priority of the need for better safety, quality, and sustainability in the design and construction of buildings throughout the UK. The publication was made in advance of the country’s political party conference season, saying that improved regulations, job training, and environmental standards are needed to

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Flora Pavilion / ConstructLab + 019 + Mouton + H110 Architecten En Ingenieurs

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© Michiel De Cleene architects: 019 architects: ConstructLab architects: H110 Architecten En Ingenieurs architects: Mouton Location: Steendreef 77, 1982 Zemst, Belgium Project Year: 2023 Photographs: Michiel De Cleene Photographs: Birgit Sterckx Area: 640.

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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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P+R car park by R Architecture

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Six overlapping 62-meter-wide squares, wrapped in a light and sleek metal mesh, form the park-and-ride facility of the Porte de Vertou, the south-eastern entrance to the city of Nantes. The design reflects the pure structure of the building, stripped of all artifice and decor to free up space, light and views, and embracing an aesthetics specific to its purpose.

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Queen’s Business School / TODD Architects

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© ​Donal McCann architects: TODD Architects Location: University Rd, Belfast BT7 1NN, United Kingdom Project Year: 2023 Photographs: ​Donal McCann Area: 6000.

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Architecture Workplace or School Horror Stories

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Halloween month is upon us, and we want to hear your scariest ( true ) stories from your everyday dealings within the vast world of architecture: Clients from hell Contractors who can't Demonic workplaces Architecture school gone mad Kafkaesque permitting departments We plan on publishing a collection of stories in the Archinect editorial section later this month.

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House Lhama – Sítio Toca do Tatu / Luiz Paulo Andrade Arquitetos

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© Pedro Ocanhas architects: Luiz Paulo Andrade Arquitetos Location: São Roque, State of São Paulo, Brazil Project Year: 2022 Photographs: Pedro Ocanhas Area: 220.

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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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The Greenhouses, a Timber Eco-District Towards the Lake Geneva by Vincent Callebaut Architectures

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CREATE A NEW PUBLIC PARK THAT POLARIZES A PEDESTRIAN ECO-NEIGHBORHOOD DENSELY PLANT & AQUATIC In the heart of the Lake Geneva region, in the canton of Vaud, between the Chavannes-près-Renens train station and the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Lausanne, the “Old Greenhouses” site constitutes a new urban hub, a true Cardo-Decumanus.

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Fit Apartment / CoDA

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architects: CoDA Location: Asa Norte, Brasília - Distrito Federal, Brazil Project Year: 2023 Photographs: Julia Tótoli Photographs: Area: 60.

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NEW HOW architects design angular apartments with wood slats in the Czech Republic

Avontuura

The buildings are rotated by 13 degrees from each other. An irregular communal space with original mature trees is created between them. The post NEW HOW architects design angular apartments with wood slats in the Czech Republic appeared first on Åvontuura.

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Heryco blends "history and modernity" in renovation of pink apartment block

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Local studio Heryco has completed a renovation of a pink apartment building with arches influenced by the form of aqueducts in the city of Querétaro, México. The 5,920-square foot (550-square metre) building was completed in 1994 two blocks from the city's iconic Querétaro Aqueduct. Heryco renovated a pink Mexican apartment building Heryco converted the previous building into a restored apartment block that holds four spacious, three-bedroom apartments and a ground-floor architecture office that

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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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Harriet Pattison, award-winning Philadelphia landscape architect, dies at 94

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Harriet Pattison—the award-winning Philadelphia-based landscape architect known for collaborating with Louis Kahn on Franklin D. Roosevelt Four Freedoms Park in New York and the Kimbell Art Museum in Fort Worth, The post Harriet Pattison, award-winning Philadelphia landscape architect, dies at 94 appeared first on The Architect’s Newspaper.

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Kennedy Nolan covers L-shaped coastal home in charred timber

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Rich hues and curving geometries feature throughout Somers House, an L-shaped coastal home that Australian studio Kennedy Nolan has added to a coastal site in Victoria. Set in a small town named Somers on Victoria's Mornington Peninsula, the home was designed to offer a place of retreat for the client's family and features earthy colours chosen by the studio to evoke a sense of peace.

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a thatched roof floats over PAX architects’ skagen klitgård house in denmark

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clean, contemporary interiors are enclosed by a traditional thatched rooftop in skagen, denmark. The post a thatched roof floats over PAX architects’ skagen klitgård house in denmark appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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MVRDV transforms Shenzhen skyscraper into colourful women and children's centre

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Dutch architecture studio MVRDV has added a colourful gridded facade to a skyscraper in Shenzhen , to create a hotel and centre dedicated to the welfare of women and children. Aiming to set an example of adaptive reuse in the city, the Shenzhen Women and Children's Centre contains a library , auditorium , children's theatre , therapy rooms and staff offices.

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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.