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Heatherwick Studio's Educational Hub Celebrates Indigenous Crafts in Bogotá, Colombia

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Courtesy of NOD | Heatherwick Studio Heatherwick Studio has just been selected to design a new educational facility for a university in Bogotá , Colombia. Marking Heatherwick’s Studio’s debut in South America, the construction is set to begin in 2025. Located on the existing campus in central Bogotá, the new design school and makers’ space for Universidad EAN will become a home for the university’s school of sustainable design.

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Heatherwick Studio previews first South American project in Bogotá, Colombia

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Heatherwick Studio has made public details of a new project in Bogotá , Colombia, for a client in the higher education industry. The studio’s first South American design will be realized as a seven-story academic building and makerspace with a uniquely colorful facade composed of setbacks, free columns, planting, and small circular outdoor terraces.

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How Breathable Should Facades Be? Exploring Permeability and Impermeability in Building Envelopes

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Bradbury Works - [Y/N] Studio. Image © French + Tye The main role of architecture is to create structures that protect us from the environment and create spaces that are safe and comfortable for all types of needs and activities. By providing shelter, architecture also shapes the way people interact with their surroundings. Building technologies of the past rarely managed, however, to create a complete separation between us and the outside world.

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Construction starts fall 8% in February, driven by sharp nonresidential decline

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The total value of construction starts for February fell by 8% to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of $1.07 trillion, according to the latest data from Dodge Construction Network. For the month, nonresidential building starts dropped 16%, while nonbuilding starts were down 3%, and residential starts fell by 2%. For the 12 months ending February 2024, total construction starts were up 2% from the 12 months ending February 2023.

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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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MVRDV Announces New Residential Complex for Tencent’s Campus in Shenzhen, China

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MVRDV Tencent P5. Image © Atchain MVRDV has revealed a large-scale residential complex to take shape as part of a new smart city campus built by technology company Tencent in Qianhai Bay , Shenzhen , China. MVRDV’s intervention, named Tencent P5, is comprised of 11 apartment towers arranged around four courtyards. The project also includes amenities such as an adjacent kindergarten, to offer all the necessary facilities for the company’s employees.

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How AI Can Help Us End Design Education Anachronisms

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Disney Concert Hall, Frank Gehry, the product of decades of pioneering research. And 'Random Nonsense', done in 60 seconds with Midjourney. Image © Eric J. Cesal This article was originally published on Common Edge. The rise of generative AI has given every design educator sufficient reason to reconsider both what to teach and how to teach it.

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Featured teaching, leadership & fellowship opportunities at 6 architecture schools

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The latest curated jobs roundup from Archinect Jobs highlights six architecture schools offering a variety of teaching and academic leadership positions, in addition to fellowships. Preparing for a new job? Be sure to follow our Archinect Tips series to improve your portfolio, resume, and interviewing skills and increase your chances of getting that next job.

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ZAURA Boutique / R+R Architects

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© The Fishy Project architects: R+R Architects Location: Shop no 3, the urban canopy, off Sindhubhavan Road, PRL Colony, Thaltej, Ahmedabad, Gujarat 380054, India Project Year: 2023 Photographs: The Fishy Project Area: 1600.

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Oualalou + Choi and Populous to design Grand Stade de Casablanca, the world's largest soccer stadium, in Morocco

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The bid from Oualalou + Choi and Populous to design the Grand Stade de Casablanca stadium in Morocco has been named the winner of an international competition that will deliver the world’s largest soccer stadium to the country in time for the 2030 FIFA World Cup. Their team will have the responsibility of designing and constructing a 115,000-seat stadium on a 100-hectare site 24 miles north of Casablanca between 2025 and 2028.

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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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Polytechnic School of Sousse / Atelier Façila - architectures & paysages

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© Adel Hidar (AH) architects: Atelier Façila - architectures & paysages Location: Sousse, Tunisia Project Year: 2020 Photographs: Adel Hidar (AH) Area: 10000.

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Learning Landscapes under Roof Landscapes by Sehw Architektur

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First construction phase of Andreas Primary School in Essen-Rüttenscheid completed Sehw Architektur’s latest project once again exemplifies the three pillars of Sehw’s architecture. The new timber building in the existing ensemble impresses with its innovative approach, its sustainability and the social added value it creates. It was no easy building task for the architects.

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Screen House / Kiron Cheerla Architecture Design

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© Vivek Eadara architects: Kiron Cheerla Architecture Design Location: Hyderabad, Telangana, India Project Year: 2022 Photographs: Vivek Eadara Area: 7500.

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Leading Architects Become Harvard Alums with this Executive Development Program

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This post is brought to you by Harvard Graduate School of Design Executive Education Created for global leaders in the built environment, the Advanced Management Development Program in Real Estate (AMDP) at the Harvard Graduate School of Design leverages the school’s resources to help participants reach the absolute pinnacle of their profession.

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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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Oil Mill of Segermès / Atelier Facila

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© Adel Hidar architects: Atelier Facila Location: Zaghouan, Tunisia Project Year: 2017 Photographs: Adel Hidar Photographs: Mehdi Ben Gharbia Area: 1688.

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celoria Architects design folded concrete house in Switzerland designed to connect with the surrounding landscape

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The house is surrounded by nature, on one side by the mountain with its woods, on the other by the slope that continues down into the valley towards San Martino area. The post celoria Architects design folded concrete house in Switzerland designed to connect with the surrounding landscape appeared first on Åvontuura.

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Matsumoto Sannomaru Square / MORIIS Atelier + Ouvi + Atelier and | Tatsuo WAOKA Laboratory

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© Shinjiro Yamada architects: Atelier and | Tatsuo WAOKA Laboratory architects: MORIIS Atelier architects: Ouvi Location: Matsumoto, Nagano, Japan Project Year: 2023 Photographs: Shinjiro Yamada Area: 495.

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CEBRA designs Danish Crown headquarters to promote employee health and well-being

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The building and landscape are designed for well-being while referencing the agriculture all Danish Crown’s activities revolve around. The post CEBRA designs Danish Crown headquarters to promote employee health and well-being appeared first on Åvontuura.

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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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Courtyard 35 / WAY Studio

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Completed in 2023 in Beijing, China. Images by Yuan Gao, Hao Zeng, AkunLee.

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Mark Foster Gage designs 450-metre-long bridge hotel at Neom

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Saudi development Neom has unveiled a hotel called Treyam that bridges a lagoon as the latest resort on the Gulf of Aqaba. Designed by US studio Mark Foster Gage Architects , the 250-room hotel will be contained within a 450-metre-long bridge with glass-bottomed rooms and topped with an infinity pool. Mark Foster Gage has designed a bridge hotel for Neom It is set to be built on the Gulf of Aqaba around 10 kilometres north of The Line development in the northwest of Saudi Arabia.

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Buteco Fiado / Balsa Arquitetura

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© Henrique Queiroga architects: Balsa Arquitetura Location: R.

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heatherwick studio designs school in bogotá, colombia with a basket-woven facade

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designing this colorful bogotá school, heatherwick studio takes influence from colombia's indigenous basket weaving. The post heatherwick studio designs school in bogotá, colombia with a basket-woven facade 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

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Galvão House / Atelier Cais

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Completed in 2021 in Lisbon, Portugal.

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Margarete Schütte-Lihotzky’s archive is on view at the Austrian Cultural Forum of New York, marking her first retrospective in the U.S.

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“I’ve done a lot more in my life than just this!” Margarete Schütte-Lihotzky, then in her late 90s, told a reporter in 1997. The Austrian architect had been asked about The post Margarete Schütte-Lihotzky’s archive is on view at the Austrian Cultural Forum of New York, marking her first retrospective in the U.S. appeared first on The Architect’s Newspaper.

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Children in social housing "sleeping on a blanket on a concrete floor"

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Increasing numbers of people in social housing are living in inhospitable conditions because they are unable to afford even basic furniture and flooring , Dezeen reports as part of our Social Housing Revival series. In the UK , social-rented homes are usually handed over to new residents in a sparse state – lacking basic elements of decoration and furnishings, as well as essential appliances.

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elding oscarson builds sweeping visualization dome as museum extension in stockholm

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completed as an extension of the national swedish museum of technology, the spherical space features visualization technology for an immersive audiovisual experience. The post elding oscarson builds sweeping visualization dome as museum extension in stockholm appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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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.