Thu.Jun 27, 2024

article thumbnail

The German Pavilion, Designed by LAVA Architects, Explores Circularity at Expo Osaka 2025

ArchDaily

Courtesy of LAVA LAVA Architects has just revealed their design for The German Pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka. Highlighting the theme of the circular economy, the pavilion is titled “Wa! Doitsu,” translating to “Wow! Germany.” Conveying enthusiasm, The Pavilion explores concepts around circularity , showcasing the “terminological culmination of the sustainability discussion.

Architect 354
article thumbnail

Dubbeldam's Shift House stands out through a unique push and pull of interior volumes

Archinect

In Toronto , Dubbeldam Architecture + Design has completed a new residence distinguished by projecting and retracting volumes and the way it offers occupants a meaningful relationship with the outdoors. Called Shift House, the 3,200-square-foot home’s façade is also highlighted by contrasting cladding. Western red cedar fills the voids left by the retracted volumes, providing a striking contrast to the predominantly charcoal gray exterior.

Interior 306
Insiders

Sign Up for our Newsletter

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

article thumbnail

Xiqué Boutique Hotel / Estudio Carroll

ArchDaily

Completed in 2023 in Puerto Escondido, Mexico. Images by Cesar Belio. We believe architecture goes beyond mere structures; it is a catalyst for joy and harmony capable of transforming communities and uplifting the human.

Structure 351
article thumbnail

10 featured Intermediate-level architecture jobs in Los Angeles

Archinect

The latest curated jobs roundup from Archinect Jobs features nine intermediate designer and architect roles currently available in the Los Angeles area. To explore specific job titles in the architectural profession, consult Archinect's Guide to Job Titles series. Also, follow our Archinect Tips series to improve your portfolio, resume, and interviewing skills, and increase your overall chances of getting that next job.

article thumbnail

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.

article thumbnail

No Rezzavations House / Sarah Lake Architects

ArchDaily

© Tom Ross architects: Sarah Lake Architects Location: Reservoir, Australia Project Year: 2022 Photographs: Tom Ross Photographs: Area: 195.

Architect 346

More Trending

article thumbnail

House João & Maria / Nommo Arquitetos

ArchDaily

Completed in 2023 in Curitiba, Brazil. Images by Mahani Siqueira. Space and time, in the physical conception, are interdependent and inseparable forces. In architecture, this relationship is also symbiotic, as one.

Housing 329
article thumbnail

The US Just Defined a Zero Emissions Building: Is It Enough?

Archinect

For the first time, the US government has issued a definition of a 'zero emission building.' While the effort to define a 'zero emission building' is both timely and commendable given the proliferation of unverified titles such as 'net zero' and 'carbon positive' in the AEC sector, shortfalls in the new definition may have unintended consequences.

Building 290
article thumbnail

The Mies Crown Hall Americas Prize Announces 2024 MCHAP Emerging and Outstanding Projects

ArchDaily

Centro de Investigación Mar de Cortés - Tatiana Bilbao ESTUDIO. Image © Juan Manuel McGrath, Iwan Baan, Rodrigo Chapa The Mies Crown Hall Americas Prize (MCHAP) at the College of Architecture at Illinois Institute of Technology has announced the shortlist of 53 Outstanding projects. The 5th cycle of awards celebrates built works completed in North, Central, and South America in 2022 and 2023, striving to bring visibility to those projects that best address the demands of our time and work toward

Project 294
article thumbnail

Marlon Blackwell reveals design for new Columbus, Indiana, air traffic control tower

Archinect

Marlon Blackwell Architects has shared an update to their planned air traffic control tower project in Columbus, Indiana, following its initial announcement in December 2023. Renderings of the design revealed this week detail the firm’s pledge to create “more than a piece of infrastructure” but rather “a beacon of Columbus’s architectural and design heritage” standing as a “key gateway into the city.

Education 290
article thumbnail

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.

article thumbnail

Social Radicalism Reexamined: The Legacies of Christopher Alexander and Joseph Rykwert

ArchDaily

A long, whimsically painted bridge leads to the front door at Sala House, the first house in the United States designed and built by architect Christopher Alexander. Image © Open Homes Photography/San Francisco This article was originally published on Common Edge. Christopher Alexander (1936–2022) and Joseph Rykwert (b. 1926) were two giants of 20th century architectural theory who began their work in England and eventually created lasting legacies at two great American architectural schools : t

article thumbnail

Architectural historian Gabrielle Esperdy named as next dean of NJIT's Hillier College of Architecture and Design

Archinect

New Jersey Institute of Technology (NJIT) has named architectural historian Gabrielle Esperdy to lead its Hillier College of Architecture and Design as the new dean following a national search. Esperdy, who had already been serving in an interim capacity since 2022, will take office effective July 1st and lead the college's strategic plan in unison with NJIT stated goals to become a new "nexus of innovation" just a few miles away from New York City.

article thumbnail

Seven Island Coffee / mttb

ArchDaily

Completed in 2024 in South Korea. Images by Yongjoon Choi. Seven Island is a cafe on Gadeokdo Island, Busan, South Korea. Gadeokdo Island is located on the south coast, which is full of large and small.

Interior 283
article thumbnail

Mies Crown Hall Americas Prize names 53 Outstanding Project winners for 2024

Archinect

The Cycle 5 Outstanding Project winners of this year's Mies Crown Hall Americas Prize have been announced in both MCHAP.emerge and The Americas Prize categories. Maurice Cox , the MCHAP Cycle 5 Jury Chair, describes: "The increase in publicly commissioned works clearly signals a renewed commitment to civic architecture and the power of design as demonstrated by a wide range of types, including community centers and cultural, arts, and educational institutions.

Project 279
article thumbnail

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.

article thumbnail

South Korea’s Longest Art Gallery Bridge and a Brutalist Congress Center in Croatia: 8 Competition-Winning Projects Submitted by the ArchDaily Community

ArchDaily

Jamsu Bridge Pedestrianization - The Longest Gallery / Arch Mist. Image © Arch Mist by SAN Architectural competitions are valuable learning tools, offering architects a unique opportunity to experiment and expand their creative boundaries. By engaging with real-world challenges and receiving critical feedback, participants gain practical experience and a deeper understanding of the profession.

Project 264
article thumbnail

FreelandBuck's LA hillside home design responds to a challenging topography

Archinect

FreelandBuck has designed a pair of stunning single-family residences , built with a shared foundation, atop a steep lot in Los Angeles ’ Mount Washington neighborhood. They are defined by strong rectilinear forms and a restrained material palette, in addition to white open spaces illuminated by natural light. Image: Eric Staudenmaier The houses are each 2,000 square feet and stretch four storys in order to minimize their impact on the hillside.

Home 264
article thumbnail

The International VELUX Award for Students of Architecture 2024 Announces Ten Regional Winners

ArchDaily

Gaplight Collective / Students: Zehong Zhang, Ruotong Luo, Jiaxun Song, Dasen Li & Xinyue Dong; Teacher: Zheng Hao. Image The International VELUX Award jury has selected ten regional winners from the 468 submitted projects, from 220 schools of architecture around the world. The renowned jury, consisting of, Song Yehao (CN), Jenni Reuter (FI), Ewa Kurylowicz (PL) and Kent Holm from VELUX A/S (DK), met for the jury meeting in Copenhagen.

Students 245
article thumbnail

Thandi Loewenson honored with 2024 Wheelwright Prize for examining racial capitalism and Earth's resources

Archinect

The Harvard Graduate School of Design just announced this year's winning proposal for the coveted Wheelwright Prize , featuring an examination of colonial systems and racial capitalism from the UK-based Zimbabwe-born researcher Thandi Loewenson. The $100,000 award is provided annually with the chance to give a lecture at the GSD and be published in one of five different school publications.

Mining 264
article thumbnail

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?

article thumbnail

Mondadori Office Playground / Carlo Ratti Associati

ArchDaily

© DSL Studio: Delfino Sisto Legnani, Melania Delle Grave architects: Carlo Ratti Associati architects: Italo Rota architects: Maestro Technologies Location: Milan, Italy Project Year: 2024 Photographs: DSL Studio: Delfino Sisto Legnani, Melania Delle Grave Read more »

article thumbnail

David Chipperfield on Fundación RIA and regional planning efforts in northern Spain

Archinect

A strength of Galicia, Chipperfield believes, is the extent to which technocratic versions of modernity have passed it by. “When we were growing up, we sort of knew what progress was. It was silver and shiny. Now we’re not so sure." In a new interview with Rowan Moore , last year’s Pritzker winner David Chipperfield details his work in Galicia, Spain.

article thumbnail

Fasanen 36 Apartment Block / CAMA A

ArchDaily

Completed in 2023 in Berlin, Germany. Images by hiepler, brunier, Newly built apartment block with underground car park. Compaction of a not quite-typical Berlin block. Given the increasing housing shortage and.

Housing 203
article thumbnail

Lloyd Wright's Wayfarers Chapel updates disassembly progress

Archinect

The disassembly of Lloyd Wright 's treasured Wayfarers Chapel in Rancho Palos Verdes, California — necessitated by months of " accelerated land movement " at its 3.5-acre site in the Los Angeles suburbs this winter — is underway as the group responsible for its stewardship looks for a suitable relocation spot in the hopes of saving the beloved design.

Site 214
article thumbnail

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

article thumbnail

joão cepeda carves granite house into rugged cliffside in portugal

designboom

framed by large blocks of sawn local granite, the house, overlooking a stream slicing the mountains, represents reconciliation with nature. The post joão cepeda carves granite house into rugged cliffside in portugal appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

Housing 143
article thumbnail

Shanghai Pharma Chiatai Qingchunbao Production and R&D Headquarters by GLA Design

Archinect

01 Preamble The Chiatai Qingchunbao Production and R&D Headquarters is located in Deqing Moganshan Hi-Tech Industrial Development Zone. The first phase is a built production park, which has been put into operation before 2022. The second phase is a comprehensive park, including two new production workshops for oral liquid and injection and a new headquarter R&D office building. 02 Double "L" planning layout to energize the site The project site is a four-sided rectangle, the north side f

Zoning 145
article thumbnail

Álvaro Siza adds angular concrete extension to renovated monastery in Porto

Deezen

Portuguese architect Álvaro Siza has added an angular white-concrete extension to the Monastery of Leça do Balio in Porto to provide "a new landmark" for the site. Designed by Siza with landscape architect Sidonio Pardal , the extension provides additional space for visitors to the site, which is the headquarters of the cultural entity Foundation Livraria Lello.

article thumbnail

stepped brick-clad volumes and terraces outline DVS 03 residential complex in mexico

designboom

the project by jorge urias studio features two contemporary buildings with 33 unique apartments. The post stepped brick-clad volumes and terraces outline DVS 03 residential complex in mexico appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

article thumbnail

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.