Mon.Oct 14, 2024

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Zaha Hadid Architects Reveals Design for New Scientific Research Centre in Tashkent, Uzbekistan

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Alisher Navoi Institute - outh Elevation. Image © Norviska Zaha Hadid Architects (ZHA) have been announced as the architects for the Alisher Navoi International Scientific Research Centre, an expansive cultural and educational facility taking shape in New Tashkent , Uzbekistan. The center is set to incorporate the Navoi State Museum of Literature , along with a 400-seat auditorium and an International Research Center and residential school dedicated to training 200 students in the Uzbek language

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Let’s Talk About Architectural Visualization

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Welcome to Archinect In-Depth: Visualization. Over the coming weeks, Archinect will explore the process of visualizing architectural work and what challenges and opportunities the field presents for the architectural design process. Our journey will include not only tips and advice for designers seeking to improve their own visualization skills in the present day but also reflections on the history of architectural visualization and explorations into the forces shaping its future.

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Foster + Partners Unveils Climate-Resilient Masterplan for Gaafaru Island, Maldives

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Courtesy of Foster + Partners Foster + Partners , in collaboration with the Maldives Fund Management Corporation (MFMC), has unveiled the masterplan for Gaafaru, an inhabited island in the Kaafu Atoll of the Maldives. This project is designed to ensure a sustainable and resilient future for the island by addressing the critical challenges posed by climate change, rising sea levels, and social inequalities.

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NEOM's The Line is getting its own $186M concrete factory

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Multiple outlets in the Gulf region report on a new $186 million series of ready-mix concrete plants that will augment construction efforts for NEOM and The Line. According to Gulf News , the facility is capable of producing more than 700,000 cubic feet per day. The $500 billion linear city effort had taken a hit recently after officials admitted their intentions to drastically limit its first phase to just 2.4 kilometers (1.5 miles).

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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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Healthcare Architecture in India: Strategic Design Principles to Address the Urban-Rural Divide

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Tata Medical Center / CannonDesign + Carambiah & George. Image © Dave Burk In a nation as diverse as India , the healthcare landscape presents wicked problems and plentiful opportunities. The country's hospital infrastructure has been increasingly strained in the areas of accessibility, quality, and equity, especially with a snowballing population growth.

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Welcoming the World: Modernist Hotels in West Africa

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Hotel Independence, Dakar. Image © Iwan Baan The middle of the Twentieth Century saw the independence of most countries on the African continent. Those euphoric times brought forward-looking sentiments and a wish to break with the past. Modernism, as an architectural movement, was ideal for the day, and newly independent countries had extensive building programs to assert themselves as fully functioning nations.

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Curtis J. Moody, FAIA, NOMA, founder of Moody Nolan, passes away at 73

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Curtis J. Moody, a trailblazing architect and founder of Moody Nolan , passed away peacefully yesterday, on October 13th, 2024. He was 73. Moody leaves behind a remarkable legacy as the leader of the largest African-American-owned architecture firm in the United States. His contributions to the field of architecture extended far beyond design, serving as a beacon for future generations of Black architects.

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Monaco Smart & Sustainable Marina Rendezvous: Winners of the Architecture Awards 2024

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Model of the floating marina designed by Arrogant Architects. Image © messi Organized by M onaco Marina Management (M3) , the 4th edition hosted on September 22nd & 23rd at the Yacht Club de Monaco, has brought together 250 maritime industry professionals alongside worldwide investors and innovators to encourage the development of virtuous marinas.

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Three inviting living spaces by Desai Chia Architecture: Your Next Employer?

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Following our previous visit to Mapos Architects , we are keeping our Meet Your Next Employer series in New York City this week to explore the work of Desai Chia Architecture. Led by Katherine Chia and Arjun Desai, the firm describes its approach to design as one that “merges technology, material innovation, sustainability, and the craft of building into collaborative and socially dynamic environments.

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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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Towards the Renaturalization of Urban Spaces: How 08014 arquitectura's Projects are Reclaiming Barcelona's Streets

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Rocafort Garden Square / 08014 arquitectura. Image © Pol Viladoms What is urban renaturalization? How is it possible to reintegrate nature into the urban environment? With increasingly limited access to nature for the population and growing exposure to environmental hazards such as noise or air pollution, resource scarcity, climate change , and more, the development of "renaturalized" spaces in cities is seen as a tool capable of improving the quality of life for citizens and designing spaces fo

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Rørbæk og Møller Arkitekter clads Danish university extension in gold-toned metal

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Copenhagen studio Rørbæk og Møller Arkitekter has extended Skylab at the Danish Technological University with a cluster of gold blocks arranged around a skylit workshop. Located on the university 's Linburg campus, the centre provides an additional 3,000 square metres for Skylab – a research and innovation hub for woodwork, metalwork, 3D printing and robotics.

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Hangzhou Riverfront Public Space - the Yinxing Station & the Daqiao Station / TJAD Original Design Studio

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© Yong Zhang architects: TJAD Original Design Studio Location: Binjiang District, Hangzhou, China Photographs: Yong Zhang Photographs: Guowei Liu Photographs: Courtesy of Original Design Studio of TJAD Read more »

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Isamu Noguchi's sculptural Akari lamps are "poetic, ephemeral, and tentative"

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Continuing our mid-century modern design series , we explore Japanese-American designer Isamu Noguchi 's Akari lamps made from Japanese washi paper, which remain a staple in stylish interiors to this day. The Akari lamps were designed by Noguchi, who began his career as an artist after dropping out of his premedical studies. He was born in Los Angeles in 1904 to an American mother and a Japanese father, In 1927 he left the US to work with sculptor Constantin Brancusi in his Paris studio, before

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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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Grape Meme Residences / barsav architecture office

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© Diman Studio architects: barsav architecture office Location: مشهد, Iran Project Year: 2023 Photographs: Diman Studio Photographs: Dayan Mazraei Photographs: Area: 1351.

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ETH Zurich explores novel fabrication method for light and reusable concrete staircase

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Material-saving and reversible construction approaches are showcased in the spine-like Cadenza concrete spiral staircase, created by researchers at technology university ETH Zurich working with ROK Architects. The Cadenza staircase is the latest contribution to the NEST building, a laboratory for experimental fabrication techniques that ETH Zurich shares with other research institutes in the Swiss city of Dübendorf.

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Goodbye Horses Pub / Leopold Banchini Architects

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Relations between Mingei, Japanese Folk Art movements, and English Arts and Crafts have been discussed extensively. Although William Morris's.

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concrete bookstore by trace architecture office (TAO) frames nujiang grand canyon

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designed as a pair of angular concrete volumes, the bookstore is a gateway to the dramatic canyon landscape beyond. The post concrete bookstore by trace architecture office (TAO) frames nujiang grand canyon appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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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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Le Foirail Multi-Service Center / Betillon & Freyermuth Architects + crypto architectes

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© Maxime Delvaux architects: Betillon & Freyermuth Architects architects: crypto architectes Location: Laguiole, Aveyron, France Project Year: 2024 Photographs: Maxime Delvaux Photographs: Area: 1850.

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florim skin introduces ultra-thin 3mm ceramic surfaces with fiberglass reinforcement

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florim skin’s sustainable, 3mm-thick, fiberglass-reinforced surfaces offer durability and eco-friendly solutions for interiors, facades, and more. The post florim skin introduces ultra-thin 3mm ceramic surfaces with fiberglass reinforcement appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Tilleuls House Extension / miogui architecture

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© Philippe Billard architects: miogui architecture Location: Paris, France Project Year: 2024 Photographs: Philippe Billard Area: 140.

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SOM breaks ground on CIMC tower, planned with vertical gardens to blossom over shenzhen

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at the core of the tower, a central sky lobby will serve as a green gathering area, bringing vertical gardens to shenzhen. The post SOM breaks ground on CIMC tower, planned with vertical gardens to blossom over shenzhen 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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Dongshan Island / MORE Architecture

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Completed in 2023 in Huzhou, China. Images by Kris Provoost. Dongshan Island is a healthy community-based neighborhood creating an alternative urban typology for urbanization in China. It combines the comforts.

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zaha hadid architects designs cultural center dedicated to music and literature of uzbekistan

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ZHA's sculptural center in uzbekistan will include a literature museum, auditorium, research center, and school. The post zaha hadid architects designs cultural center dedicated to music and literature of uzbekistan appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Foundations House / Holger Cuadrado

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© Bicubik Photography architects: Holger Cuadrado Location: Loja, Ecuador Project Year: 2024 Photographs: Bicubik Photography Area: 262.

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Jared Sandrew — Creative Executive & Visual Effects Supervisor

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Jared Sandrew discusses his career in 3D conversion, pioneering visual effects, and the future of AI-driven workflows in filmmaking.

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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.