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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?
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 The Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation is disputing its claims, though it will acknowledge that Wright originally made the drawings.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.
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.
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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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
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
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.
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.
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.
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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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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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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Speaker: Donna Laquidara-Carr, PhD, LEED AP, Industry Insights Research Director at Dodge Construction Network
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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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