Archinect

AUGUST 11, 2024

New research from the Italian University of Campania Luigi Vanvitelli into the “hedonic quality” of bus terminals and their effects on users’ consumer behavior has shown an offsetting cost-benefit that correlates to better ridership where there is a higher quality of architectural design. Satisfied by the aesthetics of virtual shelters or terminals, the paper found “the Italian tourist is willing to spend up to €4.35/trip more for a high-quality bus waiting space or

Transportation 306

Transportation Design Industrial Space 306

SW Oregon Architect

AUGUST 11, 2024

I revisited another of the books in my collection this weekend: The Houses of Louis Kahn , cowritten by George H. Marcus and William Whitaker , and published in 2013, explores an often-overlooked aspect of Louis Kahn’s architectural legacy: his residential designs. The focus of Marcus’ and Witaker’s excellent book is the nine private homes Kahn completed and the other designs that never saw construction.

Housing 205

Housing Residential Foundation Client 205

designboom

AUGUST 11, 2024

the renovation is realized as a light wooden structure within an empty stone shell. The post OFIS arhitekti infuses croatia’s historic stone ‘pier lighthouse’ with modern interiors appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

Modern 132

Modern Interior Renovation Structure 132

Deezen

AUGUST 11, 2024

New York-based Lissoni Architecture has completed a hotel in Manhattan's NoMad neighbourhood, featuring minimalist interiors that blend Scandinavian and Japanese influences. The studio, led by Italian architect Piero Lissoni, designed the AKA NoMad inside a building that formerly housed the Roger New York hotel. A bronze-painted spiral staircase anchors the lobby of the AKA NoMad hotel Located in NoMad – north of Madison Square Park – an area with many design showrooms and hospitality venues, th

Interior 123

Interior Architecture Design Glass 123

Advertisement

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.

Architect

designboom

AUGUST 11, 2024

concretewall café descends underground, immersing visitors into the natural context of water and mountains. The post nameless architecture’s concretewall café is an austere rock garden in korea appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

Nature 113

Nature Architecture Design Interior 113

Life of an Architect

AUGUST 11, 2024

You sit down at your desk, you turn your computer on, maybe you sharpen your pencils, you lay out your rolls of trace and your sharpie pens – whatever your creative process – and you are about to start work solving the problems at hand … But where do you start? Sitting before you are all the normal tools and a big fat blank piece of paper. This is a moment where you have to make a make a decision on what happens next.

Project 90

Project Residential Regulation Site 90

Deezen

AUGUST 11, 2024

From a curving couch in a Parisian apartment to an extra-wide settee in São Paulo, our latest lookbook collects eight living rooms where oversized sofas take centre stage. The sofa may be most people's favourite place to sit and relax, but it can also make a bold design statement. Below, we highlight eight living rooms where couches, which are significantly more substantial than standard furniture, serve as the focal point.

Renovation 108

Renovation Visualization Inspiration Contemporary 108

Architectural Record

AUGUST 11, 2024

Combining office and retail space, the timber-and-steel building challenges the car-centric city's status quo with transit-oriented design.

Architecture 98

Architecture Cities Space Building 98

Deezen

AUGUST 11, 2024

French designers Marie Cornil and Alexandre Willaume have filled an apartment in Le Corbusier 's iconic Cité Radieuse housing block in Marseille with custom furniture, including a leather-and-metal armchair informed by the architect's work. Marie & Alexandre is the latest design studio to create a scenography within Appartement N°50 after it was restored to its original condition by owners Jean-Marc Drut and Patrick Blauwart.

Glass 98

Glass Restoration Information Events 98

Advertisement

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.

Architecture

Contemporist

AUGUST 11, 2024

Architect Sonya Lee has shared photos of the new location of Meow Parlour, a cat cafe in New York that had outgrown its previous space.

Design 102

Design Space Architect IT 102

Architectural Record

AUGUST 11, 2024

These furnishings, lighting, and acoustic solutions emphasize both sustainability and style.

Sustainability 89

Sustainability 89

Bustler

AUGUST 11, 2024

The Royal Institute of British Architects has announced the shortlist for the 2024 Client of the Year. The annual award recognizes clients who commission outstanding and transformative architecture. This year's list features four clients for their work on projects, including a special educational needs and disabilities school, a community hub, an accessible retreat, and a new culture center.

Client 59

Client Clients Architecture Education 59

Architonic

AUGUST 11, 2024

LD Seating opens its reconstructed showroom in Prague The Czech family-owned company, LD Seating, a leading European seating furniture maker, has opened its reconstructed showroom on Rohanské nábřeží in Prague. The reconstruction, which was designed by archicraft, an architectural studio based in Prague’s Holešovice quarter, has refashioned the showroom into a modern and visually attractive place, perfectly underlining the quality and variety of the premium seating furniture brand.

Manufacturing 52

Manufacturing IT Modern Visualization 52

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.

Construction

Lines on Paper

AUGUST 11, 2024

After this nice run in the Taiwanese running slippers, I ask Eric to get two more pairs for me. An early start to the day - Lance invites me and a few of the young ones in the office for a Sunday run. Just like the old days - a gentle 6K round the block. It is a bit late for my usual runs, but I accept. Glad for the company and happy that he is taking the initiative - our young people are friends.

Home 52

Home IT 52

Brandon Donnelly

AUGUST 11, 2024

My friend Austin Kjorven convinced me that we should ride 70 km today so that I can try the beer and burgers at Badlands Brewing Company. Here’s the route we took: I can now confirm that their smash burgers are as advertised. Great buns. I even had two of them just to make sure the first one wasn’t some sort of fluke. My knees are, however, still giving me problems.

IT 52

IT 52

Bustler

AUGUST 11, 2024

Registration Deadline: Feb 17, 2025; Submission Deadline Mar 1, 2025 UNDIP is excited to announce EPOCH45 : a multidisciplinary student and young professionals planning competition. EPOCH45 seeks spatial solutions for the next phases of development of the new capital city of Indonesia, Nusantara (IKN). This open ideas competition acts as a catalyst for reimagining entrenched planning paradigms within the dynamic landscape of Kalimantan.

Students 40

Students Concept Developer Development 40

Building and Interiors

AUGUST 11, 2024

In the world of interior design, interior and exterior rock tiles for walls continue to captivate homeowners and interior designers alike. They come in natural, long-lasting materials that are versatile and are more than a trend. Natural rock tiles elegantly add a rugged charm to a room by offering a great variety of textures, colours, … Rock tiles for wall: Best-selling products & modern stone tile designs Read More » The post Rock tiles for wall: Best-selling products & mo

Modern 40

Modern Exterior Design Interior 40

Advertisement

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?

Visualization

Bustler

AUGUST 11, 2024

Registration Deadline: Oct 1, 2024; Submission Deadline Oct 1, 2024 Three teams will be selected as winners of the WARMING HUTS COMPETITION: Arts + Architecture Competition on Ice from submissions of designs for a warming hut or art installation. Winning entries will be placed along the Nestaweya River Trail located on the Assiniboine and Red rivers in Winnipeg, Manitoba.

Art 40

Art Architecture Safety Installation 40

Building and Interiors

AUGUST 11, 2024

Hardware is one of the most crucial aspects in the world of interior design and yet, we overlook it sometimes. The door knobs we turn, the drawer handles we grip, the locks that secure the door – all of it falls under the hardware. The right hardware can effectively upgrade the functionality and aesthetics of … Best hardware shop near me | Hardware stores nearby Read More » The post Best hardware shop near me | Hardware stores nearby appeared first on Building And Interiors

Interior 40

Interior Building IT Design 40