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3XN's mass timber Sydney Fish Market project tops out in Australia

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Construction on the new Sydney Fish Market from 3XN has topped out in Australia. The 700,000-square-foot building will become the largest fish market and have the largest glulam roof structure in the southern hemisphere once completed. Its PV-paneled roof is calibrated to withstand high wind loads while meeting the spatial demands required by the marketplace, is held in place by 594 beams, and is capable of harvesting rainwater throughout the year.

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Garden guesthouse / KFA arkitekter

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Completed in 2023 in Gothenburg, Sweden. Images by KFA arkitekter. The house is a 30-square meter guesthouse located outside Gothenburg, Sweden. It is a typology called Attefallshus which is a small detached building.

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2024 showcased the potential of 3D printing in architecture

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The architecture world witnessed a transformative year in 2024, with 3D printing continuing to broaden the possibilities of design and construction. From high-profile collaborations between architecture firms and technology companies to groundbreaking projects that span continents—and even reach beyond Earth—this year marked a surge in innovation across construction sites and research labs alike.

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Apartment inside a Medieval Tower / CMTarchitetti

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Completed in 2023 in Siena, Italy. Images by Vito Corvasce. The apartment subject to restoration and interior design is located within Palazzo Rinuccini in the historic center of Siena. The building consists.

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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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Previewing TWBTA and Davis Brody Bond's new U.S. Embassy in Mexico City

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Work is wrapping up on the new U.S. Embassy facility in Mexico City designed by Tod Williams Billie Tsien (TWBTA) and David Brody Bond at a reported cost of around $1 billion. The LA Times recently checked in on its delayed progress. The project first began construction on the Paseo de la Reforma in February 2018. An opening is now expected by the last quarter of 2025.

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Foster + Partners unveils next two-tower luxury scheme for Dubai’s Business Bay

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Months after inaugurating the new Lana Residences and hotel complex in Dubai , a new design for a neighboring plot from Foster + Partners has been announced featuring two new luxury residential towers with heights totaling 590.5 feet (or 180 meters). One apartment is allotted per floor to bring the total to 60 in both towers. Each unit is equipped with a range of wellness amenities to go along with winding interlocked terraces offering views of Dubai's high-rise architecture and the adjacent Mar

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Ackerman Farmhouse / Fuller/Overby Architecture

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Completed in 2023 in Teaneck, United States. Images by Paul Warchol. The Teaneck farmhouse was built as a homestead of the Dutch Ackermans, early immigrants to 17th century New Amsterdam. Around the turn of the century.

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New architecture and design competitions: Students Reinventing Cities, Ceramics of Italy Tile Competition, Kitchen Design Awards, and Ostrava Soccer Stadium

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This edition of Bustler's curated picks of noteworthy architecture and design competitions features four calls seeking designs of new soccer stadium for Czech club, FC Baník Ostrava, outstanding kitchen designs, exceptional projects by North American designers who showcase inventive uses of Italian ceramic tiles in their work, and innovative student-driven proposals that aim to accelerate green urban redevelopment.

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Angra House / Arthur Casas

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Fran Parente architects: Studio Arthur Casas Location: Angra dos Reis - RJ, Brazil Project Year: 2024 Photographs: Fran Parente Area: 7535 ft2 Read more

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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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The Brutalist Is a Cinematic Reflection of Brutalism

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Brutalist architecture is raw, powerful, emotional, and unapologetically honest. It rejects ornamentation and architectural devices designed to make its inhabitants feel comfortable, instead creating a visceral, primal experience. Brutalism is a feeling—a bold statement that doesn’t need to justify itself. Composed of raw, unrefined materials, it strips architecture down to its essence, evoking reactions that are often as extreme as the style itself.

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Castle High / Hyde + Hyde Architects

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Martin Gardner architects: Hyde + Hyde Architects Location: Broad Haven, United Kingdom Project Year: 2021 Photographs: Martin Gardner Area: 490.

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LSC—O by M1DTW Architects

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LSC—O is an exhibition support outpost for Library Street Collective, a Detroit-based gallery that specializes in bringing experiential contemporary art to the public. The project represents a complete transformation of a neglected 2,000 SF commercial building located in Detroit’s East Village neighborhood, a few blocks from the client’s Shepherd and Lantern developments.

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SAB Office Building / Sergei Tchoban

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Completed in 2024 in Berlin, Germany. Images by HG Esch. The SAB office building is embedded in the site of the historical Koenigstadt Brewery in the Berlin district of Prenzlauer Berg, directly on.

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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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British Museum taps London's Studio Weave for new welcome pavilions design

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A winner has been crowned in the international competition to deliver a new welcome pavilion and public realm design at the British Museum ’s north and south entrances. The London-based Studio Weave emerged from a shortlist of five teams that was announced in October. Joining them for the project are Wright & Wright Architects , Webb Yates Engineers, Tom Massey Studio, and Daisy Froud.

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Nine examples of "misunderstood architecture" featured in Brutalist Japan

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Photographer Paul Tulett has toured Japan to publish a book documenting the country's vast collection of concrete edifices. Here, he spotlights nine unusual examples featured in it. The book, fully titled Brutalist Japan: A Photographic Tour of Post-War Japanese Architecture, has been published with Prestel to showcase the diversity of the country's brutalist buildings.

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Studio Weave wins competition to design new visitor center and forecourt at British Museum

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Studio Weave, an East London office, has won a competition to design a new Visitor Welcome Center and revamped forecourt at the British Museums flagship Camden site. Wright & Wright The post Studio Weave wins competition to design new visitor center and forecourt at British Museum appeared first on The Architects Newspaper.

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Trahan Architects creates "weightless" hand-bent steel pavilion in Arkansas

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New Orleans architecture studio Trahan Architects has completed a performance pavilion made of weathering steel that is anchored by two ground points, making the structure appear lighter than it is. The Performance Pavilion is located in the centre of a large lawn at Luther George Park in Springdale, Arkansas , designed in partnership with landscape studio Spackman Mossop Michaels.

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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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ICON to build more 3D printed homes for homeless residents in austin, texas

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the construction technology company has already served the unhoused community in the village over the past four years with 17 homes and facilities. The post ICON to build more 3D printed homes for homeless residents in austin, texas appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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The 10 best architecture and design exhibitions of 2024

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Dezeen Events Guide has selected some of the best exhibitions featured on the site in 2024 , from architecture spotlights to cafe takeovers. A Fragile Correspondence and Design You Can Feel are among the architecture and design events featured in Dezeen Events Guide this year. Other event highlights include Arab Design Now , I Will Follow the Ship and Origin of Simplicity: 20 Visions of Japanese Design.

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MPNYC brings pink travertine and green marble reflections to koumkan hotel bar in athens

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curated art pieces and bespoke furnishings complete the project, which takes its name from a 1920s card game. The post MPNYC brings pink travertine and green marble reflections to koumkan hotel bar in athens appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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"Such bad taste it actually becomes attractive" says commenter

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In this week's comments update, readers are discussing Dior's concept store in Bangkok , wrapped in golden facades modelled on the fashion brand's Paris headquarters. Named Dior Gold House, the single-storey mirror-clad store is entirely surrounded by a false facades covered in one million golden tiles. Dior wraps Bangkok concept store in golden replicas of HQ facade "Looks like a coffin about to be buried" Stefanos S branded it "ugly as ugly can be".

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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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photography series by kathryn cooper maps aerial choreography of starling murmurations

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kathryn cooper frames flocks of starlings moving as one fluid entity in the UK skies during winter. The post photography series by kathryn cooper maps aerial choreography of starling murmurations appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Sou Fujimoto reveals construction progress at Expo 2025 Osaka site

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Japanese studio Sou Fujimoto Architects has released construction photos of The Grand Ring, a vast wooden structure that will encircle the pavilions at the upcoming Expo 2025 Osaka. The photos reveal the progress on the 60,000-square-metre structure, which is being built on the artificial island Yumeshima in Osaka Bay in time for the international fair in April.

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from medieval sampler to solar-power speaker, sound gadgets reimagine audiophile classics

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recent personal tech brings design twists that can appeal to sound afficionados, including a rechargeable feature for cassette players and capsule form for earbuds. The post from medieval sampler to solar-power speaker, sound gadgets reimagine audiophile classics appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Max Núñez Arquitectos tops greenhouse with vaulted glass block roofs

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Photographs have revealed the Casa de Vidrio greenhouse in Chile by architecture studio Max Nez Arquitectos , which hasvaulted roofs made of glass bricks. Located in a private garden, Casa de Vidrio was completed late in 2018 but was recently captured by Chilean photographer Cristbal Palma to show the fullness of the tropical plants inside. Max Nez Arquitectos has created a greenhouse in Chile The 130-square metre structure was created as a "building for plants" according to Max Nez Arquitectos

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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.