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NOVEMBER 25, 2024

Following our previous visit to RIOS , we are keeping our Meet Your Next Employer series in Los Angeles this week to explore the work of Cover. Founded in 2014 by Cooper Union graduates Alexis Rivas and Jemuel Joseph, the company describes itself as one that offers “a turnkey solution for building homes that leverages the power of computational design and precision manufacturing to deliver homes of unprecedented quality.

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NOVEMBER 25, 2024

Courtesy of Strong by Form For some, the perfection of nature reveals the signature of a divine force, something that defies rational explanations. The result of millions of years of adaptation and evolution, natural structures and organisms operate with an efficiency that is hard not to admire. Every form seems to have a precise purpose, showcasing ingenuity where functionality and beauty harmoniously coexist.

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Archinect

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

This fall, a new exhibition at the New York School of Interior Design is unpacking the undying influence of hand drawing on interior architecture and the design professions. The work of twelve established designers will be presented along with other drawings and design portfolios from the NYSID’s archives. Curators Donald Albrecht and Thomas Mellins are behind The Persistence of Hand Drawing: Interior Rendering Today , which takes place from now until April 3rd, 2025.

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NOVEMBER 25, 2024

© KCAP KCAP has been chosen to design two new skyscrapers in Bratislava , Slovakia. Respectively standing at 260 meters and 180 meters tall, these towers will become key additions to the city's skyline and contribute significantly to its urban landscape by providing over 1,100 residential units with extensive city and landscape views. This district, once an industrial zone, has undergone substantial redevelopment, transforming into a mixed-use urban hub that combines residential, commercial, and

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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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Archinect

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

Last week at the COP29 summit in Azerbaijan, the UNEP-hosted Global Alliance for Buildings and Construction (GlobalABC) announced the formation of the Intergovernmental Council for Buildings and Climate (ICBC) in order to administer goals set forth by the Chaillot Declaration from earlier this year. This is aimed at helping fasten efforts at decarbonization and regulation in the building sector, which account for 37% of global emissions and is also growing in terms of sheer building footprint wo

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Archinect

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

The refurbished Burrell Collection in Glasgow, designed by John McAslan + Partners , has emerged as the winner of the Andrew Doolan Best Building in Scotland Award by the e Royal Incorporation of Architects in Scotland (RIAS). Judges complimented the refurbishment as "bold declaration about the role of architecture – a renewed confidence and belief in it – at a time when Glasgow and Scotland’s creative and cultural industries are in peril.

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ArchDaily

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

© Matej Hakar architects: Sadovsky & Architects architects: Superatelier Location: Racianska street, Bratislava, Slovakia Project Year: 2024 Photographs: Matej Hakar Area: 8646.

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Archinect

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

In Britain, as our government has promised, we’re going to have a “council housing revolution”, the building of as yet unknown numbers of homes at genuinely affordable rents, a return to policies of 50 and more years ago in order to address the well-known housing crisis. Which is welcome. Luckily there are, close at hand, outstanding examples of how this might be done, in cities and countries on the continent of Europe.

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ArchDaily

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

The archaeological garden at the Sudan National Museum. Image © Rawya Saeed Two museums in Africa built in the mid-twentieth century carry the name 'National Museum.' They reflect the story of their respective nation's history and are tied to notions of national identity. Both are also examples of fine architecture built on the principles of Modernism, a movement associated with nation-building in Africa.

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Archinect

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

LOHA’s take on the desert housing typology simplifies its forms into their essential elements and plays with those forms through cuts and separations and by introducing unconventional materials. Starting from a single-floor heavy mass and a contrasting light roof, LOHA further articulated the mass by cutting into the form and creating a series of landscaped courtyards.

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ArchDaily

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

Completed in 2024 in Zürich, Switzerland. Images by Ivan Avdieienko. Dynamic Frame is the office of the eponymous film production company in the center of Zurich, Switzerland. At the request of the clients, the bureau.

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Archinect

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

Squire & Partners has designed art’otel Hoxton, the London flagship of a contemporary collection of hotels in Europe fusing architectural style with art-inspired interiors. art'otel Hoxton will include creative studios, an arts hub, spa and cinema space. The site occupies a prominent corner within the South Shoreditch Conservation Area, with designs responding to a precedent of bull-nose buildings which characterise the area.

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ArchDaily

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

Land bridges provide safe passage for wildlife while connecting habitats. Gathering Place, Tulsa, Oklahoma, Michael Van Valkenburgh Associates. Image © Scott Shigley The world has lost 60 percent of animal populations since 1970. This staggering decline reflects the growing pressures on ecosystems , from habitat destruction to climate change. And 1 million species now face threats of extinction.

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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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NOVEMBER 25, 2024

This new geothermal house sits perched on the edge of Lake Winnipesaukee, with mesmerizing views to both an inner cove and the expanse of the lake. Equally stunning are the quiet views into the deep woods, with no other houses in sight. At the foot of a hill surrounded by dense forest, the house sits low on the site, and utilizes a combination of passive solar strategies, geothermal heating, and an advanced envelope design to minimize resource usage.

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ArchDaily

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

© MWA Hart Nibbrig architects: Kumiki Location: Oostvoorne, The Netherlands Project Year: 2024 Photographs: MWA Hart Nibbrig Area: 365.

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NOVEMBER 25, 2024

The refurbished Burrell Collection in Glasgow, designed by John McAslan + Partners , has emerged as the winner of the Andrew Doolan Best Building in Scotland Award by the e Royal Incorporation of Architects in Scotland (RIAS). Judges complimented the refurbishment as "bold declaration about the role of architecture – a renewed confidence and belief in it – at a time when Glasgow and Scotland’s creative and cultural industries are in peril.

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ArchDaily

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

La Valiente Focaccería + Maíz / OHIO Estudio. Image Cortesía de OHIO Estudio Creating spaces for social interaction involves design processes aimed at countering the individualization of people by fostering bonds and connections between them. While advancements in information and communication technologies provide new tools that optimize the development of certain activities and functions , their societal impact often tends to increase individual practices, such as remote work , virtual fitness

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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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NOVEMBER 25, 2024

Kengo Kuma and Associates has updated progress on the brand new UCCA Clay Museum in Jiangsu province, China, a month after the project was completed in Yixing, the country’s renowned "ceramic capital." Image: © Fangfang Tian, courtesy Kengo Kuma and Associates The museum is covered by textured ceramic panels with glazed color gradations that change with the sun and sits on a wooden shell structure whose sculptural volume reflects the form of the region’s Shushan mountains while

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ArchDaily

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

Completed in 2024 in Seoul, South Korea. Images by Roh Kyung. 'Wider, Higher, Cheaper' -& 'Wider, Higher, Cheaper' is not a new trend. In architecture, where real estate value as an asset cannot be separated.

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NOVEMBER 25, 2024

Expo 2025 Osaka is a valuable opportunity for countries around the world to come together at a time of global instability and conflict, says its masterplanner Sou Fujimoto in this interview. Despite being "not so interested in Expos" prior to his commission, Japanese architect Fujimoto now believes that they can have a role in being a space of "unity" in the modern world.

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ArchDaily

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

© Leonid Furmansky architects: Matt Fajkus Architecture Location: Wimberley, TX, United States Project Year: 2019 Photographs: Leonid Furmansky Photographs: Area: 4231.

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NOVEMBER 25, 2024

its branches rise through a rectangular opening in the roof, forging a visual connection between the interior and the outdoors. The post fish poison tree sprouts through tinh an house’s concrete courtyard in vietnam appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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ArchDaily

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

© Luis Barandarián architects: Estudio Geya Location: Ituzaingo, Buenos Aires, Argentina Project Year: 2022 Photographs: Luis Barandarián Area: 730.

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NOVEMBER 25, 2024

Medieval construction techniques informed the stone plinth and hand-hewn timber columns of Our Lady of Sorrows Chapel in the Czech Republic , completed by local architecture studio RCNKSK. Named after and dedicated to the Virgin Mary, the chapel was funded by a community in the village of Nesvačilka near Brno , which lacked a local place of worship for over a century.

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ArchDaily

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

© Guilherme Pucci architects: Pietro Terlizzi Arquitetura Location: Vila Romana, Brazil Project Year: 2023 Photographs: Guilherme Pucci Area: 250.

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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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