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Ohio's RiverRock, real or not, claims to realize one of Frank Lloyd Wright's final designs

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An unfinished house plan based on a design by Frank Lloyd Wright has just been erected in the suburbs of Cleveland. The house is named RiverRock and occupies 2,000 square feet, with three bedrooms and two full baths. The Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation is disputing its claims, though it will acknowledge that Wright originally made the drawings. "RiverRock is not Frank Lloyd Wright’s work—varying due to codes, materials, and other differences," a representative told Artnet in an email.

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Rethinking Sustainability Through Site-Specific Strategies

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MFO Park. Image Paul Clemence Sustainability in architecture is often framed as a universal challenge, leading to standardized solutions that prioritize efficiency over context. However, architecture is inherently tied to its environment buildings interact with climate, topography, and cultural history in ways that demand specificity. Instead of relying on standardized sustainability checklists, how can architecture embrace site-specific solutions?

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Concept designs for major Nelson-Atkins Museum expansion to be displayed this spring

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The six concept designs for a new $170 million extension of the Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art in Kansas City will be displayed to the public as part of a special 11-week exhibition beginning online and in-person on March 15th. Each of the six teams—led by Kengo Kuma and Associates (Tokyo), Renzo Piano Building Workshop (Genoa), Selldorf Architects (New York), Studio Gang (Chicago), Weiss/Manfredi (New York), and WHY Architecture (Los Angeles)—will display ideas for the roughly 61,000-s

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Carapace House - A Living Shell / Achyutam Designs

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Vinay Panjwani architects: Achyutam Designs Location: Gokul farm, Mahudi Highway, Gandhinagar, India Project Year: 2024 Photographs: Vinay Panjwani Area: 8800.

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The Constructor's Digital Transformation Playbook: Reducing Risk With Technology

Speaker: Dylan Secrest

Construction projects are high-stakes operations where even minor inefficiencies can lead to costly delays, safety concerns, and budget overruns. Managing risk in construction has always been a challenge, but as projects grow in complexity, traditional methods no longer cut it. Enter Digital Transformation - a game changer approach that replaces inefficiency with AI-powered analytics, real-time monitoring, and automated workflows to proactively manage risk.

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24 architecture and design jobs with $100K+ salaries

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If you're an experienced architecture professional looking for a new career opportunity, check out this week's edition of our curated jobs roundup from Archinect Jobs. Below, we highlight 19 employers offering senior positions with a starting salary of over $100K per year. Our selection was based on jobs that have publicly disclosed the annual salary range in their job listings on Archinect Jobs.

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12 architect-designed kennels shortlisted for Goodwoof’s Barkitecture competition

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Dog event Goodwoof has revealed its shortlist for 12 architect-designed kennels as part of its annual Barkitecture competition. Architects were asked to design the “ultimate canine retreat” that “embraces the great outdoors.” Described as Britain’s leading kennel design competition, the architectural exhibition at Goodwoof seeks to combine cutting-edge design with craftsmanship.

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Manchester United stadium "one of the most exciting projects in the world" says Norman Foster

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British architect Norman Foster explains his design for the recently unveiled Manchester United football stadium in this video. English football club Manchester United released a video of the architect talking about the upcoming 100,000-seat stadium , which is planned to replace Old Trafford as the club's stadium. The stadium will have three 200-metre-tall masts supporting a tent-like structure "This has to be one of the most exciting projects in the world today," Foster + Partners founder Foste

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Villa Sidonius by Stempel & Tesar architekti

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Černošice’s villa district is a spectacular collection of unique family homes at the northern and western foot of Babka Hill that stand out from their surroundings as one approaches on the road from Prague. Since the villa district dates back to the early twentieth century, it is home to Art Nouveau and First Republic villas. After 1989, Černošice once again became a popular place to construct showcase residential buildings, including in this neighborhood.

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Ten ambitious future football stadiums set to be built around the world

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Following the unveiling of Foster + Partners' design for a 100,000-seat stadium for Manchester United , we take a look at the wave of major football stadiums being planned and developed around the world. With numerous football stadiums planned for the upcoming World Cups in 2026 and 2030, as well as several high-profile club sides looking to upgrade their facilities, there are a huge number of stadiums currently under development.

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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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Concrete structures absorb 14% of cement’s carbon footprint, Japanese researchers find

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Researchers from the University of Tokyo and Nagoya University have found that concrete structures in Japan capture and store approximately 14% of the carbon dioxide emissions released during cement production. The research, which the team believes offers insights into mitigating the environmental impact of one of the world's most carbon-intensive industries, was r ecently published in the Journal of Cleaner Production.

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grat studio’s rural biaix house in barcelona reintroduces traditional catalan lime mortar

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the farmhouses historical exterior is preserved, while a new formal and material language is introduced within the interior. The post grat studios rural biaix house in barcelona reintroduces traditional catalan lime mortar appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Early childhood learning spaces feature among Buildner's Kinderspace competition winners

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Architectural competition platform Buildner has announced the results of its Kinderspace competition, an ideas challenge that invited participants to rethink the design of early childhood learning spaces. Participants were tasked with designing a learning space for young users that would go beyond traditional school classroom design to embrace ideas of creativity and nature.

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Kaunitz Yeung Architecture co-designs care facility with Yolŋu elders in Australia

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Rooms clad in wood and arranged like palm fronds form the heart of Yutjuwala Djwarr Aged Care, designed by Redfern studio Kaunitz Yeung Architecture for the Yolu community in the Northern Territory, Australia. The elderly care facility is located in Nhulunbuy in North East Arnhem Land, over 1,000 kilometres from the nearest city of Darwin a region so remote it is cut off by road for six months of the year by wet season flooding.

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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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Doppelgiebel by KO/OK Architektur BDA

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In the 1930s, the outskirts of Leipzig saw the development of several housing estates in which the most basic semi-detached or terraced houses were combined with stalls and large properties for self-sufficiency. These settlement structures have now been built over, altered, and adapted beyond recognition. Agricultural use and animal husbandry are no longer existent, and the underlying structures are often barely recognizable.

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BIG and HNTB Reveal New Renderings for the Athletics' Upcoming Ballpark in Las Vegas

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Exterior View - Render. Image Negativ In March 2024, BIG and HNTB were announced as the winners of the competition to design the ballpark for the Athletics Major League Baseball team in Las Vegas. A year later, the two firms have released a new collection of renderings for the Las Vegas A's Ballpark, showcasing the envisioned interior design. Earlier releases revealed the stadium's exterior, shaped like an armadillo positioned between Tropicana Avenue and Reno Avenue on Las Vegas Boulevard.

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Biome Environmental Solutions designs Indian school to cater for various sensory needs

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Fabric canopies, brick arcades and small alcoves help cater for a variety of sensory needs at the Sai Kirupa Special School in India , completed by local studio Biome Environmental Solutions. Located in Tamil Nadu, the school operated by the Sai Kirupa charitable trust provides specialised education and vocational training to children and young adults with autism, Down's syndrome and other learning disabilities.

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Koba House / Estúdio HAA!

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Pedro Kok architects: Estdio HAA! Location: Gonalves - Minas Gerais, Serra da Mantiqueira, Brazil Project Year: 2023 Photographs: Pedro Kok Area: 320.

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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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Faulkner Architects centres Nevada house around water basin

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California-based studio Faulkner Architects has topped a concrete house with a weathering steel cantilever that overlooks Las Vegas. The expansive, 11,780-square foot (1094-square metre) house was constructed in Summerlin, Nevada and reflects the durability and vernacular methods the desert landscape requires due to its strong winds, dry winters, and hot summers.

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Frank Lloyd Wright’s Mayan Revival Houses in Los Angeles: Creating Atmosphere and Perception of Space

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Exterior of the Hollyhock house. Image Paul Huh Frank Lloyd Wright's architectural legacy is vast, but among his most enigmatic and atmospheric works are his Mayan Revival houses in Los Angeles , California. Residences such as the Hollyhock House redefine the interplay of light , materiality, constructive innovation, and spatial perception. By using modular concrete blocks in an ornamental and structural way, Wright developed a unique aesthetic deeply rooted in both the past and the future.

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Hunt for "personality" causing art deco sales to triple says Vinterior founder

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Art deco is starting to challenge mid-century modern 's dominance, says Vinterior founder Sandrine Zhang Ferron in this interview as part of our Art Deco Centenary series. Dezeen asked Vinterior for data about the popularity of items tagged "art deco" on the online vintage homeware marketplace and even the platform itself was surprised by what it found.

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Zaha Hadid Architects Unveils Cityzen Tower in Tbilisi, Georgia

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Cityzen Tower / Zaha Hadid Architects. Image Negativ Zaha Hadid Architects has just revealed the design for Cityzen Tower, a 42-story high-rise set to become a landmark in Tbilisi , Georgia. Positioned in the Saburtalo district, the tower is part of the Cityzen development, a new civic hub integrating residential , commercial , and public spaces. Designed as a vertical extension of Tbilisi's new Central Park, the tower will bring together urban living and nature through cascading terraces and g

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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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‘Concrete Voids’ turns the Southbank Centre’s Queen Elizabeth Hall into an instrument

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How do you turn a space into an instrument? Londons Southbank Centre is set to unveil Concrete Voids a one-of-a-kind sound system conceived and designed by sound technician Tony Birch. The system will debut on 16 March with a performance featuring cellist Peter Gregson, viola da gamba player Liam Byrne, and fiddle player Cleek Schrey, followed by rapper Lex Amor next month.

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From the Archive: When Two Families Pooled Their Resources to Renovate an Old Handbag Factory

Dwell

Back in 2001, London was already expensive, but two households came together to create a home that combined the best features of a duplex and a commune. As a part of our 25th anniversary celebration, were republishing formative magazine stories from before our website launched. This story previously appeared in Dwells December 2001 issue. London is hardly the most forgiving of cities for couples wishing to settle down and raise a family.

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Makries Mires Residence / Anastasiou Misseri

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James Retief architects: ANASTASIOU MISSERI Location: Latsia, Nicosia, Cyprus Project Year: 2023 Photographs: James Retief Area: 274.

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For $485K, You Can Nab a Shipping Container Home in Marfa

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The rustic desert getaway comes with a guest suite and a rooftop deck thats perfect for stargazing. Location: 1100 N Hermosa Street, Marfa, Texas Price: $485,000 Year Built: 2015 Designers: Christy Miller and Brian Moody Footprint: 933 square feet (2 bedrooms, 2.5 baths) Lot Size: 0.39 Acres From the Agent: " Welcome to your dream oasis! This exceptional two-story container home boasts a unique blend of modern design and rustic charm that is sure to capture your heart.

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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