ArchDaily

MARCH 13, 2024

The Rise of Human-Scale Digital Venues. Image © Heather Gallagher & DALL-E This article is the eighth in a series focusing on the Architecture of the Metaverse. ArchDaily has collaborated with John Marx , AIA, the founding design principal and Chief Artistic Officer of Form4 Architecture , to bring you monthly articles that seek to define the Metaverse, convey the potential of this new realm as well as understand its constraints.

Events 353

Events Technology Technology Architect 353

Archinect

MARCH 13, 2024

Futuristic resort envisioned by Aedas in Saudi Arabia will be the world’s first “vertical ski village” and snow destination in the GCC with year-round adventure sports History is in the making as Saudi Arabia gears up to host the 10th Asian Winter Games in 2029 in Trojena, the Gulf Region’s first ever outdoor ski resort. Trojena is being built in the heart of NEOM, the kingdom’s most ambitious giga project.

Architecture Firm 342

Architecture Firm Design Firms Developer 342

ArchDaily

MARCH 13, 2024

Shenzhen Hongshan Middle School. Image © XINLEE As a highly transparent material that stands up to all but the most extreme of weather conditions, is easily formed into any size or shape, and, once formed, will last for thousands of years, glass is still one of the most innovative and crucial materials used in architecture. Although contemporary building practices allow us to form huge, glittering skyscrapers of glass that rise hundreds of meters into the air, the ancient material’s original pur

Glass 331

Glass Environment Roofing Innovation 331

Archinect

MARCH 13, 2024

Pratt Institute has announced the creation of the new Center for Climate Adaptation (CCA). The initiative is part of its alignment with The New York Climate Exchange , a consortium of research institutions that will use Governor’s Island as its hub for climate change investigations and education. David Erdman, an associate professor in the Graduate Architecture and Urban Design (GAUD) program, will lead the center as its first Director.

Cities 279

Cities Education Technology Technology 279

Advertisement

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.

Architect

ArchDaily

MARCH 13, 2024

Courtesy of Bamboo U Bamboo, renowned for its strength and eco-friendliness, often faces a formidable adversary: insects and fungi. Despite its resilience, these pests can compromise its durability over time. However, there exists a simple yet effective solution to bolster bamboo's longevity and sturdiness. In this article, we unveil the Vertical Soak Diffusion (VSD) method—a budget-friendly approach that ensures your bamboo projects stand the test of time.

Project 336

Project IT 336

ArchDaily

MARCH 13, 2024

© Vinay Punjwani architects: Sanjay Puri Architects Location: Seelwa, Rajasthan 334803, India Project Year: 2024 Photographs: Vinay Punjwani Area: 13000.

Architect 354

Architect Project Architecture 354

Chaos

MARCH 13, 2024

Learn how to create a mesmerizing tile pattern in V-Ray for 3ds Max using the Enmesh modifier and V-Ray GPU. Join us as we create, scatter, apply materials, and render with speed-boosting texture caching.

Materials 278

Materials 278

ArchDaily

MARCH 13, 2024

© Parham Taghioff architects: Ashari Architects Location: Farhang Shahr, Shiraz, Fars Province, Iran Project Year: 2021 Photographs: Parham Taghioff Photographs: AmirHossein Ashari Photographs: Navid Atrvash Area: 780.

Residential 325

Residential Architect Project Housing 325

Archinect

MARCH 13, 2024

Snøhetta has designed a line of lighting products for Swedish lighting manufacturer ateljé Lyktan. The line, named Superdupertube, sees a revision of the manufacturer’s 1970s Supertube product, which was given a “contemporary makeover through extensive material research.” Image credit: ateljé Lyktan Image credit: Jonas Lindstrom “When ateljé Lyktan challenged us to create a new technical office luminaire, we rediscovered their iconic Supertube

Inspiration 274

Inspiration Manufacturing Design Contemporary 274

Advertisement

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.

Architecture

ArchDaily

MARCH 13, 2024

Al Khuwair Muscat Downtown - ZHA. Image Courtesy of Oman Ministry of Housing and Urban Planning Zaha Hadid Architects have unveiled a large-scale project for the redevelopment of the Al Khuwair waterfront in downtown Muscat , the capital of Oman. The $1.3bn project covers an area of 3.3 million square meters. It aims to revitalize the area through sustainability-led design principles to accommodate the expected population growth, which is expected to almost double by 2040.

Architect 312

Architect Design Sustainability Site 312

Archinect

MARCH 13, 2024

On Monday morning, several Chicago news outlets reported that the Bears want to form a public-private partnership with the park district to build a stadium and renovate part of Chicago’s lakefront museum campus to add more public space. That would presumably include knocking down Soldier Field, which has the smallest seating capacity in the NFL, despite Chicago being the third-largest market.

Site 264

Site Renovation Roofing Home 264

ArchDaily

MARCH 13, 2024

Pioneering advanced construction and large-scale 3D Printing , ICON was selected as ArchDaily’s Best New Practices of 2021 due to its boundary-breaking technology that is advancing capability in the built environment. The Texas -based startup has just unveiled various toolkits and products to modernize construction processes further. Dubbed “Domus Ex Machina,” the event showcased a range of innovations, such as an AI Architect created for home design and construction, a digital library containin

Innovation 299

Innovation Materials Construction Construction 299

Archinect

MARCH 13, 2024

The TRANSFER Architecture Video Award announced the winners of its third edition as part of the Écrans Urbains 2024 film festival held last month in Lausanne, Switzerland. Organizers share: "The TRANSFER Architecture Video Award is an international biennial prize launched in 2019, to recognize the most innovative short films in the field of architecture, city or landscape.

Architecture 264

Architecture Innovation Contemporary Environment 264

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.

Construction

ArchDaily

MARCH 13, 2024

© Jordi Surroca architects: JPAM architects architects: Masala Consultors Location: 08780 Pallejà, Barcelona, Spain Project Year: 2020 Photographs: Jordi Surroca Area: 4500.

Architect 286

Architect Project Architecture 286

Avontuura

MARCH 13, 2024

The adaptation to the topography and its interior organization around a patio optimize solar exposure and natural ventilation. The post Volume Architecture Lisbon Studio design getaway house around outdoor podium and views to the valley appeared first on Åvontuura.

Housing 264

Housing Architecture Design Nature 264

ArchDaily

MARCH 13, 2024

© Koichi Torimura architects: Meguro Architecture Laboratory Location: Musashino, Tokyo, Japan Project Year: 2019 Photographs: Koichi Torimura Area: 85.

Architecture 306

Architecture Housing Architect Project 306

Architizer

MARCH 13, 2024

Architects: Want to have your project featured? Showcase your work through Architizer and sign up for our inspirational newsletters. Madrid is not only the vibrant capital of Spain but also a hub of innovative architectural design. In the realm of social housing, Madrid has been at the forefront of a movement to create beautiful, functional and socially conscious housing projects that are deeply rooted in the city’s unique urban fabric and local context.

Housing 142

Housing Architecture Exterior Inspiration 142

Advertisement

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?

Visualization

ArchDaily

MARCH 13, 2024

Join us on Saturday, March 23rd at Pratt Institute in Higgins Hall Auditorium at 2pm for a panel discussion, exhibition of student work, and film screenings in support of the Kharkiv School of Architecture ( you can find ways to donate and support KhSA here ).

Students 279

Students Architecture 279

Deezen

MARCH 13, 2024

The long-awaited Grand Egyptian Museum by Dublin studio Heneghan Peng Architects has been captured ahead of its scheduled opening in Giza, Egypt , later this year. In the photos shared by the International Finance Corporation (IFC), the colossal building, also known as the Giza Museum, is framed against the Pyramids of Giza. The world's largest museum has been captured ahead of opening in Egypt Heneghan Peng Architects ' design for the museum encompasses 90,000 square metres of a 50-hectare site

Finances 141

Finances Estimating Site Architect 141

ArchDaily

MARCH 13, 2024

Completed in 2023 in Sendai, Japan. Images by Takuya Yamauchi. A building facing Sendai's arcade shopping district, with a uniquely deep, dark space shut off from natural light, even from its only entrance facing.

Nature 276

Nature Space Building IT 276

designboom

MARCH 13, 2024

tarform includes over-the-air updates for its keyless electric motorcycle ‘vera’ to save the rider time dropping by workshops. The post tarform releases vera, a keyless electric motorcycle for both city streets and muddy trails appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

Cities 133

Cities Architecture IT Design 133

Advertisement

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

Site

ArchDaily

MARCH 13, 2024

© Alejandro Peral architects: Estudio PK Location: Nicolás Avellaneda 1899-1999, B1642EYM San Isidro, Provincia de Buenos Aires, Argentina Project Year: 2022 Photographs: Alejandro Peral Area: 469.

Housing 271

Housing Architect Project Residential 271

Deezen

MARCH 13, 2024

London studio Woo Architects will employ the principles of a circular economy for its design of the UK Pavilion at the Expo 2025 Osaka , which will have a reversible gridded structure. The UK Pavilion will be defined by a 10-by-10-metre structural grid, which can be easily deconstructed and moved to a different location following the event in Japan next year.

Architect 131

Architect Masterplanning Deconstruction Structure 131

ArchDaily

MARCH 13, 2024

© Art Department Creative architects: Glasshouse Location: Prospect SA 5082, Australia Project Year: 2022 Photographs: Art Department Creative Area: 305.

Housing 289

Housing Art Architect Project 289

designboom

MARCH 13, 2024

ironlev announced the successful pilot run of its self-driving magnetic levitation train as the team took it for a test on the adria-mestre route in veneto. The post abracadabra! watch ironlev’s magnetic levitation train make its driverless debut in italy appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

IT 133

IT Architecture Transportation Design 133

Advertisement

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.

Visualization