Fri.Nov 15, 2024

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Get To Know Tulane School of Architecture’s Newest Faculty Cohort

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With the new 2024/25 academic year in full swing, we are taking a moment to introduce fifteen newly appointed permanent faculty members at the Tulane School of Architecture (TuSA) , one of Archinect’s School Partners. The new tenure and tenure-track faculty bring expertise across Architecture, Design, Historic Preservation, and Real Estate Development, including two directors for the flagship Preservation and Real Estate programs.

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House in an Olive Grove / Invisible Studio

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Completed in 2024 in Greece. Images by Jim Stephenson, Piers Taylor. Invisible Studio creates a 'rough and ready' rural retreat to suit the climate of the Greek countryside - The new House in an Olive Grove was.

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Bjarke Ingels reiterates interest in 3D printing lunar architecture

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Bjarke Ingels recently divulged his intentions to build on the moon by 2032. In a new interview with Forbes , Ingels talked about his firm’s involvement with ICON on the NASA -funded Project Olympus , saying "solar-powered lasers" will be used to "essentially melt moon dust into a sort of lunar obsidian" for later use as a 3D printed building material.

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The Recessed Residence / WARchitect

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Completed in 2022 in Bangkok, Thailand. Images by Rungkit Charoenwat. Initially, the landowner told us that he intended to construct two houses on the same plot of land. His parents will live in the first residence. It.

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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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Home owned by late Sea Ranch architect George Homsey lists for $2.45 million

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The home once owned by one of the leading late-modernist figures in Northern California—the EHDD co-founder George Homsey’s exemplary Third Bay Tradition style former personal residence in San Francisco—is now for sale for $2.45 million via Superstructur. The online brokerage, which claims to focus "solely on architecture and design with integrity," has the listing in the Liberty Hill Historic District.

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Project Stress Index records slight improvements after September interest rate cuts

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The new ConstructionConnect Project Stress Index (PSI) composite reading for October has shown a mild improvement to 104.2, rising 0.8% for the month after a revised September reading of 103.4. Compared to the same month one year ago, the composite is down 11.6%. This is the fourth consecutive month in a row for year-to-year contractions. However, ConstructionConnect's Chief Economist Michael Guckes tells us: "This year has been very good for the PSI, with year-to-date composite performance down

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House in a Meadow / Group Projects Architecture

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© Nicholas Venezia architects: Group Projects Architecture Location: North East, United States Project Year: 2024 Photographs: Nicholas Venezia Photographs: Area: 2800.

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OMA's New Museum expansion tops out on the Bowery

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Shohei Shigematsu has provided an update on the newly topped out New Museum expansion designed by OMA with Cooper Robertson. The $89 million project adds 60,000 square feet, effectively doubling the institution’s exhibition spaces while supporting a host of new programmatic inclusions for the public and arts community. OMA expects the new building to debut in 2025 alongside its SANAA -designed neighbor, whose facade's materiality is repeated while fusing laterally with the new structure on

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University of Chicago John W. Boyer Center Paris / Studio Gang

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© Fabrice Fouillet architects: Studio Gang Location: Paris, France Project Year: 2024 Photographs: Fabrice Fouillet Photographs: Corentin Lespagnol Area: 2365.

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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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Longwood Gardens shares sneak preview ahead Longwood Reimagined opening

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With the final stage of a multiyear revitalization now completed, Pennsylvania’s Longwood Gardens horticultural center has announced its official reopening date will be November 22nd, 2024. This concludes the work performed by Weiss/Manfredi in collaboration with Reed Hilderbrand. The project cost for Longwood Reimagined was approximately $250 million.

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The Duo Coffee Shop and Bar / Design Next Agency

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© Kaylee Wong architects: Design Next Agency Location: 36-20 Main St, Queens, NY, United States Project Year: 2024 Photographs: Kaylee Wong Area: 1070.

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New architecture and design competitions: New Practices New York, MEXTRÓPOLI Pavilion, House of the Future, and National Archives Museum

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If you're in search of new, exciting architecture and design competitions, take a look at the latest curated picks of challenges listed on Bustler. Featured below are four briefs seeking designs for the National Archives Museum in South Korea, emerging and innovative design firms in New York City, extraordinary pavilion designs set in the Historic Center of Mexico City, and visionary concepts for homes in the United Arab Emirates.

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Kinya Coffee Shop / Studio Bomb

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© Jovin Dsouza, Karthik Shetty architects: Studio Bomb Location: Bengaluru, India Project Year: 2024 Photographs: Jovin Dsouza, Karthik Shetty Area: 200.

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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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11 retreat cabins in the woods by SUMMARY Architects

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Considering the roughness and remoteness of this plot, it would be difficult (and extremely expensive) to assemble construction yards for a traditional building. Thus, in this case, resorting to prefabricated structures was not just a choice but the only efficient option we had to simplify the building process within such conditions. The initial commission was to distribute several tourist rooms over the terrain.

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Littow Architectes creates collection of off-grid cabins on Helsinki archipelago

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Paris-based Littow Architectes has designed a group off-grid holiday homes on the coast in the Helsinki archipelago, Finland. Named the Majamaja Off-Grid Village, the cabins are located on a rocky site on the water's edge, which had little access to transportation infrastructure or public utilities. Littow Architectes has designed a group of off-grid holiday homes The retreat was developed by Majamaja , a Finnish brand specialising in providing off-grid living solutions, which was co-founded by

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Adams Street Library by WORKac

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The new Adams Street Library is the Brooklyn Public Library’s first new branch to open in more than twenty years. Extensive, architect-led community outreach within neighboring Dumbo, Vinegar Hill, and the Farragut Houses indicated that children’s spaces and programming was lacking – and important — to residents across the diverse neighborhoods.

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OODA’s ndarja multi-use building splits in two to create green urban void in tirana

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OODA opts for a rotational design of the volumes forming fluid transitions between the street, square, and interiors. The post OODA’s ndarja multi-use building splits in two to create green urban void in tirana 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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New architecture and design competitions: MEXTRÓPOLI Pavilion Competition, New Practices New York, HOUSE OF THE FUTURE, and National Archives Museum Design Competition

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If you're in search of new, exciting architecture and design competitions, take a look at the latest curated picks of challenges listed on Bustler. Featured below are four briefs seeking designs of the National Archives Museum in South Korea's National Museum Complex, new and innovative design firms in New York City, extraordinary pavilion designs set in the Historic Center of Mexico City, and visionary concepts for homes in the United Arab Emirates.

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wing-like roof covers open gathering area by SHISUO in shanghai’s memorial park

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the project transforms a previously fenced-off, underutilized woodland into an accessible urban space. The post wing-like roof covers open gathering area by SHISUO in shanghai’s memorial park appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Jean Nouvel designs "vertical garden tower" for Rosewood hotel

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French architect Jean Nouvel has designed a lattice-covered tower to house guest rooms and residences at the Rosewood São Paulo resort, which features interiors by French designer Philippe Starck. Pritzker Architecture Prize-winner Nouvel 's 25-storey concrete Mata Atlantica Tower houses the majority of accommodation at the Rosewood São Paulo , which is located close to the major Avenida Paulista thoroughfare and many of the Brazilian city's important cultural institutions.

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christoph hesse leads ‘rural rebellion’ exhibition at aedes berlin to reimagine the countryside

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running until january 24, 2025, ‘rural rebellion’ exhibition by christoph hesse architects invites viewers to see the countryside as a vibrant frontier. The post christoph hesse leads ‘rural rebellion’ exhibition at aedes berlin to reimagine the countryside 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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"Is it cake?" asks commenter

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In this week's comments update, readers are discussing a home in Kerala with curved walls formed of smooth layers of cement plaster , designed by local studio Tropical Architecture Bureau. Informed by the architecture of tropical modernism, the home is organised around a series of internal courtyards and planters. Tropical Architecture Bureau blends "old-world charm with the modern" for Keralan home "This is totally wild!

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rethinking the backpack: NIKE makes accessible bag for every body using magnetic flap

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there’s a patented magnetic closure system backed against a TPU-reinforced lining, so the user uses the magnetic pull to swing the top flap shut and secure it in place. The post rethinking the backpack: NIKE makes accessible bag for every body using magnetic flap appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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WHY Architecture and Beyer Blinder Belle’s renovation to The Met’s Michael C. Rockefeller Wing to open in May 2025

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In late September, The Met gave an early look at the newly renovated Michael C. Rockefeller Wing. Closed since 2021, the 40,000-square-foot wing on the museum’s south side underwent a The post WHY Architecture and Beyer Blinder Belle’s renovation to The Met’s Michael C. Rockefeller Wing to open in May 2025 appeared first on The Architect’s Newspaper.

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LG Display develops stretchable screen capable of expanding 50 per cent

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After five years of development, LG Display has created a stretchable digital screen capable of expanding up to 50 per cent, which can also be twisted and bent into various shapes. The stretchable display prototype was presented at LG Science Park in Seoul as part of Final Outcome Showcase for the Stretchable Display National Project, which concluded five years of research and development of the product.

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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.