Wed.Feb 28, 2024

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Harmony with Nature House / Yuan Architects

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© YuChen Chao Photography architects: Yuan Architects Location: Hualien, Hualien County, Taiwan Project Year: 2022 Photographs: YuChen Chao Photography Area: 240.

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NEOM updates progress on The Line and other satellite developments

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Progress on the Oxagon , Sindalah , and the 110-mile-long The Line centerpiece developments in Saudi Arabia’s NEOM megaproject has been documented in a new update released this week. Aerial photos combined with drone footage displaying their construction progress surfaced on NEOM social media accounts with a note about its tangibility to naysayers skeptical of the $500 billion vision of the country's Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman.

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Cultural Centers, Museums, and Galleries: Ancient Buildings Transformed into Art Spaces in Latin America

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Many buildings often fall into disuse due to our cities' constant economic, social, and technological changes. The programmatic inconsistency of current times demands great versatility and adaptability from our infrastructures, increasingly leading projects to become uninhabited, and left to abandonment and decay. Next, we present a series of 20 Latin American projects in which old warehouses, homes, prisons, mills, and markets were recovered and transformed into Cultural Centers, Museums , and

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Fluent in Japanese? Here’s a job opportunity to work on high-end retail projects for Japanese clientele

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Following last week’s look at an opening for a Design Research and Teaching Fellowship at Northeastern University , we are using this week’s edition of our Job Highlights series to explore an open role on Archinect Jobs for a Retail Architect with Japanese language skills at O’Neil Langan Architects. The role, based in New York, calls for an individual to work on high-end retail projects “with an emphasis on Japanese clientele” with the firm therefore noting that &l

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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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Snøhetta’s Expansion of the Joslyn Art Museum Set to Open in September 2024

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Southeast Aerial. Image © Moare The Joslyn Art Museum in Nebraska announced that the restoration and expiation works led by Snøhetta and Alley Poyner Macchietto Architecture (APMA) are nearing completion, as the transformed institution is scheduled to reopen on September 10, 2024. The new 42,000-square-foot Rhonda & Howard Hawks Pavilion, designed by Snøhetta and APMA will add new gallery spaces to Nebraska’s largest art museum, becoming the centerpiece of the large-scale project for reimagi

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How to Measure Performance for Architecture and Design Firms?

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Ibdadesign - Dubai. Image © Marc Goodwin The field of architecture and design is a dynamic one, often managing large-scale investments and involving a wide array of professionals. It stands to reason that, in this type of environment, success is not simply defined by just the quality of the completed structures , but also by the internal ability of architecture firms to effectively manage their business operations.

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Fresh architecture job opportunities at Henning Larsen, Dattner, Lorcan O'Herlihy, and Frances Mildred

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Look below for Archinect's latest curated selection of architecture and design firms currently hiring on Archinect Jobs. This week's featured employer highlight includes openings in New York City and Los Angeles , For even more opportunities, head to the Archinect job board and explore our active community of job seekers , firms , and schools. Global architecture and urban design practice Henning Larsen is accepting applications for three exciting positions in New York City: a Business Developme

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Arena House / ZIM arquitextura

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© Luis Barandiaran architects: ZIM arquitextura Location: Costa Esmeralda, Provincia de Buenos Aires, Argentina Project Year: 2023 Photographs: Luis Barandiaran Area: 210.

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Preserving the legacy of William Sidney Pittman, the 'first Black architect of Texas'

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Many of his designs sit within historic Black neighborhoods with African American historical and cultural institutions. At the Glen Oaks Cemetery in South Dallas, Pittman’s grave marker reminds visitors why his buildings are significant points of interest—after all, he was the “first Black architect of Texas.” The building legacy of William Sidney Pittman, who arrived in Dallas from Washington, D.C., right before World War I, stands at only seven surviving structures.

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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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Unveiling Oman's New Mountain Destination: Jabal al Akhdar Mixed-Use Development

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Courtesy of AtkinsRéalis Oman has just announced plans for a $2.4 billion mixed-use project, the new Omani Mountain Destination on Jabal al Akhdar. Masterplanned by AtkinsRéalis, the scheme aims to attract sustainable development opportunities, hoping to "operate as Net Zero Carbon and striving to use 100% renewable energy." The project is in alignment with Oman Vision 2040, seeking a developed, diversified, and sustainable economy; , featuring residences , hotels, and a health village.

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In an Ontario plaza, interactive pavements play music ‘as if by magic’

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Montreal -based studio Daily tous les jours has completed a public space design in Cambridge, Ontario , Canada. Titled 'River Lines,' the project saw the creation of an interactive stage in an urban plaza for big impromptu musical ensembles. Video credit: doublespace photography Part of the studio’s wider Musical Pavement series, the interactive wave-patterned pavement is embedded with 62 sensing light rings that “get people moving through musical collaboration exercises.

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Sjøhavn House / Lightbody Architects

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© Brock Beazley architects: Lightbody Architects Location: Noosa Heads QLD 4567, Australia Project Year: 2023 Photographs: Brock Beazley Area: 483.

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Ye Xiao Xiao by Aurora Design by Aurora Design

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Aurora Design|Ye Xiao Xiao Tea Space - E motion al Perception All around is stone All is soft inside All that I know Lies within emotion Words remain unspoken Lead me through the dark -- [Norway] 《All is Soft Inside》 AURORA AKSNES The Baipu, an ancient extinct people from Yunnan province of Southwestern China, were the earliest group to start tea-drinking and engage in tea trade.

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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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Garu House / Estudio Tecla

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© Malena Fradkin architects: Estudio Tecla Location: Caballito, Buenos Aires, Argentina Project Year: 2024 Photographs: Malena Fradkin Area: 2153 ft2 Read more »

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Walter P. Carter/Lois T. Murray Elementary/Middle Schools by Newman Architects

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This new public school building in Northeast Baltimore’s Wilson Park/Pen Lucy neighborhoods combines the student populations of two existing elementary/middle schools. It also co-locates the Lois T. Murray School, which serves students with significant cognitive disabilities from across the district. The project site has steep topography rising well over two stories.

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Fulldraw Winery / Clayton Korte

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© Likeness Studio architects: Clayton Korte Location: Paso Robles, California 93446, United States Project Year: 2019 Photographs: Likeness Studio Area: 6972.

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FRATELLI SPORTS CITY by Andres Milos Architects

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The sports complex is located on the outskirts of Paraná city. Particularly in a place where the urban fabric transitions from the traditional dense blocks to the superblocks that regulate the territory. The soccer, tennis and paddle fields adopt dimensions similar to the city blocks, generating continuity in the reading of the urban plot, but reversing the spatial relationship.

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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.

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Aqua Pool & Spa / Treelight Design

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© The Fishy Project architects: Treelight Design Location: Colinas Nandi, Karnataka, India Project Year: 2023 Photographs: The Fishy Project Area: 14000.

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Weaving new threads between education and community, MoDusArchitects completes Tartan School in South Tyrol

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Tartan School is an extension to an existing school located on the outskirts of Terlano's town centre, nestled in the Adige Valley. The post Weaving new threads between education and community, MoDusArchitects completes Tartan School in South Tyrol appeared first on Åvontuura.

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MH House / Esquissos - Arquitectura e Consultoria

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© Nuno Almendra architects: Esquissos - Arquitectura e Consultoria Location: Sintra, Portugal Project Year: 2023 Photographs: Nuno Almendra Area: 305.

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Lenovo reveals "industry's first" laptop with transparent display

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At the Mobile World Congress in Barcelona, electronics brand Lenovo has unveiled a laptop concept with a transparent screen that allows users to see through the device. Lenovo describes the ThinkBook Transparent Display Laptop Concept – also referred to as Project Crystal – as "the industry's first laptop with a 17.3-inch Micro-LED transparent display".

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Sustainable Architecture: Design Green with the Client in Mind

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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Chuumuk Housing Complex / ArquiPartners

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© Aureel Visuals architects: ArquiPartners Location: Tulum, Quintana Roo, Mexico Project Year: 2024 Photographs: Aureel Visuals Photographs: Wacho Espinoza Area: 1314.

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jean jullien’s paper giants land at le bon marché for book-themed exhibition in paris

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Jean Jullien creates colossal sculptures at Le Bon Marché Two gigantic sculptures by French artist Jean Jullien have landed at Le Bon Marché department store in Paris, as part of the book-themed exhibition Mise en Page. Curated by Sarah Andelman, former Colette image director and publisher of Just An Idea Books, the exhibition runs […] The post jean jullien’s paper giants land at le bon marché for book-themed exhibition in paris appeared first on designboom | architecture &

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Entry Pavilion / Metrics Architecture Studio

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Completed in 2023 in Taiwan, China. Images by Yu-Chen Chao. Initially, this was a project about functionality and efficiency, an entry pavilion for a mental hospital located in southern Taiwan. It serves as a.

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SHoP Architects designs Mercedes-Benz' first US residential skyscraper

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German car brand Mercedes-Benz has unveiled its first branded skyscraper in North America created in collaboration with ShoP Architects and informed by a philosophy of "sensual purity". Mercedes-Benz Places is a planned 67-storey, mixed-used skyscraper under construction in the Brickell neighbourhood of Miami. Developed by JDS Development Group (JDS) , the building was designed collaboratively between New York studio SHoP Architects and the Mercedes-Benz design team.

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Report: Optimism for Construction Growth in the Next Year Remains High

Research reveals 96% of respondents are very or fairly optimistic about their organization’s growth prospects for the next year. The InEight Global Capital Projects Outlook also finds over half see digital technology as the greatest growth opportunity. But these are only some of the findings. Don't be kept in the dark when it comes to the future. Read the report today!