Tue.Apr 16, 2024

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TD House / Skye Maunsell Studio + Jordi Veciana + Juan Gurrea Rumeu

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© Salva Lopez architects: Jordi Veciana architects: Juan Gurrea Rumeu architects: Skye Maunsell Studio Location: 43895 L'Ampolla, Tarragona, Spain Project Year: 2023 Photographs: Salva Lopez Photographs: Simone Marcolin Area: 420.

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Coachella debuts 2024 art installations, its ‘largest immersive and architectural works yet’

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The Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival has completed work on the 2024 edition of its on-site art program. The acclaimed event is taking place across two weekends: April 12–14 and 19–21. The three artistic works are described by the festival as "redefining the boundaries of large-scale art, inviting festival-goers to engage with visionary works that ask viewers to question their definition of self, explore the boundaries between reality and imagination & take part in creatin

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How Modular Construction Can Provide Architectural Aid: From Rapid-Response to Transitional and Affordable Housing

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The Home not Shelter! Initiative’s PLUG-IN modular PLUG-IN structure. Image © PLUG-IN. Image © Johannes Belz Ever since the Industrial Revolution and the introduction of mass production , the ownership and use of simple products and services like flush toilets with running water, electricity, heating , and cooling are seen as human rights in many areas of the world.

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LACMA shares custom-built glass facade details in new spring construction update

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New updates have been shared recently by the Los Angeles Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA), charting progress on the $750 million new David Geffen Galleries from Peter Zumthor that is expected to finish construction by the end of this year. According to the museum's most recent April 5th update, interior walls and exterior glazing are being installed on the site’s western side, facing north to Wilshire Boulevard.

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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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93 Petit Apartments / Studio Razavi Architecture

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Completed in 2023 in Paris, France. Images by Schnepp Renou. Regardless of their size, all buildings in urban contexts contribute to the greater morphology that ultimately defines a city. The larger the.

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Shaping the Future of Islamic Architecture: Diriyah Biennale Foundation Unveils AlMusalla Prize

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© Marco Cappelletti, courtesy Diriyah Biennale Foundation The Diriyah Biennale Foundation has just unveiled the competition details for the AlMusalla Prize, along with the shortlisted architecture studios and the jury. An addition to the Islamic Arts Biennale, this international architecture competition focuses on designing a musalla, a flexible space for prayer and reflection accessible to people of all faiths.

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Searching for new architecture and design jobs? BKSK, Garrison, Architekton, hughesumbanhowar, and Alex Pettas are currently hiring

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Take a look at our latest curated selection of architecture and design firms currently hiring on Archinect Jobs : This week's featured employer highlight includes job openings in New York City/Brooklyn , Los Angeles , and Tempe, Arizona. For even more opportunities, head over to the Archinect job board and explore our active community of job seekers , firms , and schools.

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Serra Azul House / Apiacás Arquitetos

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© Pregnolato & Kusuki Estúdio Fotográfico architects: Apiacás Arquitetos Location: Itupeva - Aglomeração Urbana de Jundiaí, Itupeva - State of São Paulo, Brazil Project Year: 2022 Fotografias: Pregnolato & Kusuki Estúdio Fotográfico Read more »

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These are the ten AIANY + ASLA-NY Transportation + Infrastructure Design Excellence Awards winners for 2024

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Yesterday, the AIA and ASLA New York chapters announced their joint selection of ten projects for this year’s 2024 AIANY + ASLA-NY Transportation + Infrastructure Design Excellence Awards. The annual competition is presented along with program partners from the AIA Austin and ASLA Illinois. Led by the Best in Competition winner, the new Kempegowda International Airport, Bengaluru – Terminal 2 in Bengaluru, India, from SOM and Grant Associates , the field was chosen by a select jury p

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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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Hudson Valley Residence / HGX

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© Peter Aaron architects: HGX Location: Germantown, NY 12526, United States Project Year: 2022 Photographs: Peter Aaron Photographs: Scott Frances Area: 7300.

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Goldsmiths by Yellow Cloud Studio Ltd

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Located inside the recently refurbished old Grade II listed Queen Elizabeth Hospital for Children in Hackney, London, the project is a two-storey flat that has been completely reinvented, from its external building fabric and floor slab being upgraded in terms of thermal performance to its bespoke interior and decoration. True to the studio ethos, the Goldsmiths apartment renovation combines design principles and aesthetics that showcase a belief in the use of natural materials, a muted colour p

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Les écuries de la Roche Stable / f+g Architectes

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Courtesy of f+g architctes architects: f+g Architectes Location: 69390 Vourles, France Project Year: 2021 Photographs: Courtesy of f+g architctes Area: 1800.

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ODA plans new residential development in East Williamsburg

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ODA-Architecture has revealed plans for a new residential project under construction in Brooklyn that will deliver 336 units of studio, one-, and two-bedroom apartments. Their design for the Lorimer House and Copper Lofts in East Williamsburg calls for a triangular block-scale development connected by a bridge, surrounding three small interior courtyards and defined by curved corners that soften its form in response to the site's unique dimensions.

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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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Red Vessel Hotel / ROOMOOR

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Completed in 2021 in Ubhrat, India. Images by Dhrupad Shukla. Set amidst a coastal landscape on the Arabian Sea, Red Vessel / laal Jahaaz (Hindi) is a hotel annex about an hour's drive from Surat city in.

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The Red House by Objekt Architecten

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We were charged with the design of a multifamily house on a smaller vacant plot in a semi-open development.The biggest challenge here lay in the shape of the plot: very narrow in front and widening towards the back. In addition, it also had to connect seamlessly to the adjacent blind façade of the house. In order to make the different building levels visible in a quest for recognisability and a captivating volumetry, incisions were made, as it were, where limited overhangs provide the shad

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Between Modular and Vernacular: How Combining Construction Techniques Can Bring Agility and Identity to Social Housing in the Global South

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Ruca Dwellings / Undurraga Devés Arquitectos. © Guy Wenborne The opening scenes of the award-winning Brazilian film " City of God " (2002) portray a newly constructed housing complex situated on the outskirts of Rio de Janeiro. Subsequently, this complex evolves into a hub of poverty and violence. Despite the film being set in the 1960s, the housing development depicted was a recent construction.

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Steimle Architekten BDA design timber multi-purpose hall on the northern shore of Lake Constance in Germany

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The contemporary timber construction of the multi-purpose hall is the centre of cultural community life for citizens, clubs and schools. The post Steimle Architekten BDA design timber multi-purpose hall on the northern shore of Lake Constance in Germany appeared first on Åvontuura.

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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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Fire Destroys Copenhagen’s 17th Century Stock Exchange, Causing the Collapse of Its Spire

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The Copenhagen Stock Exchange of Borsen. Image © Jebulon via Wikipedia under license CC0 In the early morning of April 16, a fire broke out in the capital of Denmark , engulfing Copenhagen ’s Old Stock Exchange, one of the oldest landmarks in the city. In the fire, the 56-meter-tall Dragon Spire, shaped as the tails of four entwined dragons, collapsed.

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Fire engulfs Copenhagen's old stock exchange causing spire to collapse

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A fire has broken out at the 17th-century Børsen building in Copenhagen , Denmark, causing its iconic dragon tail-shaped spire to collapse. The fire at the building, which was once the city's stock exchange, began early this morning with the 56-metre-tall spire collapsing around 8:30am local time. Built in 1615, the Renaissance-style building is one of the most famous buildings in the Danish capital.

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House in Umanose / Buttondesign

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Completed in 2022 in Nishitokyo, Japan. Images by Keisuke Ishii. This house is located in Nishi-Tokyo City, Tokyo. The site looks up to a promenade that stretches like a horse's back, and is planned as an atelier.

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house of concrete walls: TRAANSPACE creates a minimalist sanctuary in india

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TRAANSPACE builds this 'house of concrete walls' to evoke the atmosphere of a weekend retreat within a dense urban community in india. The post house of concrete walls: TRAANSPACE creates a minimalist sanctuary in india 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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Playing with Translucency and Transparency: Balancing Natural Lighting with High-Performance Panels

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© James Steinkamp The question, "How can we control natural light in interior spaces?" is fundamental in architecture. Unregulated direct sunlight can cause discomfort such as visual strain and undesirable heat gains. Therefore, it is crucial to control its entry effectively. Some design solutions include installing shading devices, planning spatial orientation, and building forms for indirect natural light.

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design space alula pays homage to the saudi desert’s biodiversity at milan design week

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in dialogue with the theme materia natura, presented works include chamomile embroidered leather pillars, 3D printed vases, and dyed clay seating. The post design space alula pays homage to the saudi desert’s biodiversity at milan design week appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Discover Milan’s Architectural Gems With This Interactive City Guide

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Bibilioteca degli Alberi Park / Inside Outside Architecture. Photo © Andrea Cherchi Milan stands as a beacon of mainstream fashion and economic vitality, drawing visitors from around the globe. As Italy ’s second most populous city, it serves as the stage for some of the world’s premier fashion and design events. To kick off the 62nd edition of Milan Design Week , we partnered with Felt to create an interactive map highlighting some of the city’s most iconic tourist attractions, as well as conte

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outdoor furniture series by adrienne lau repurposes wood boards and galvanized steel

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15-year-old trapezoid planters are reused into furniture components serving as versatile seating in newham, london. The post outdoor furniture series by adrienne lau repurposes wood boards and galvanized steel appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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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.