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Pereiro Do Cha House / Valerio Olgiati

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Completed in 2021 in Portugal. Images by Paulo Catrica. Text by Valerio Olgiati. The house is located in Alentejo, Portugal. It is 10 km away from the ocean. The area is known for its wide-open spaces and.

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Neom Airport City by Kalbod Design Studio

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Neom Airport City embodies a visionary perspective strategically positioned to establish a robust connection between Saudi Arabia’s Neom project and the global arena. In response to the region’s communication needs, Neom Airport engages in a strategic dialogue with Saudi Line, forging a symbiotic relationship regarding accessibility and economic integration.

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Water in Public Spaces: 15 Urban Projects That Incorporate Water Resources in Their Designs

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Parque Waterline / Lab D+H. © Bing Lu Water is indispensable for all forms of life on Earth, as it plays a vital role in maintaining biological processes, supporting ecosystems, and contributing to human well-being. Additionally, water holds cultural significance in many societies, being associated with rituals and ceremonies and carrying diverse symbolic meanings.

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Gensler, Morphosis, KieranTimberlake, LYNCH EISINGER, and Edmonds + Lee are Archinect Jobs' latest featured employers

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In this week's curated employer highlight from Archinect Jobs , we are featuring five architecture and design firms with current openings in New York City , Los Angeles/Culver City , Philadelphia , San Francisco , Oakland , San Jose , and Vancouver. 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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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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The 10th Edition of Toronto's Winter Stations Announces Winning Projects

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WINTERACTION by University of Guelph – Department of Landscape Architecture (Afshin Ashari, Ali Ebadi, Jacob Farrish, Cameron Graham, Ngoc Huy Pham, Ramtin Shafaghati, Zackary Tammaro-Cater) and Ashari Architects (Amir Ashari, Sara Nazemi, Anahita Kazempour, Hakimeh Elahi, Yasaman Sirjani, Zahra Jafari). Image Courtesy of Winter Stations Winter Stations, now in its 10th year, has unveiled the winning designs selected from a pool of hundreds of submissions worldwide.

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Navigating 2024: European Cities Tackle Urban Cooling, Congestion, and Connection

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via Shutterstock | Alexandre.ROSA | Rotterdam As we begin 2024, European cities present various urban development markers that are setting the path for the new year. Under themes of urban mobility in Brussels , sustainability in Valencia , Smart Cities in Rotterdam , and urban cooling in Paris , each city is making noteworthy progress on the road to 2030.

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MVRDV wins competition for three-building cultural center and office scheme in Chengdu

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MVRDV has come out on top of an international competition to deliver a pair of new buildings as part of the forthcoming Tianfu Software Park development in Chengdu , China. The scheme calls for the construction of two towers defined by a cascading vertical garden concept. The taller, 492-foot centerpiece office design features a full-height atrium at one corner extending from an open podium base and floor plates designed to maximize its occupants' views of the city.

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Ratchaphruek Hospital / Arsomsilp Community and Environmental Architect

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© W Workspace architects: Arsomsilp Community and Environmental Architect Location: Khon Kaen, Mueang Khon Kaen District, Khon Kaen 40000, Thailand Project Year: 2018 Photographs: W Workspace Area: 38000.

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Fallen Journalists Memorial competition selects four finalists for new D.C. site design

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The Fallen Journalists Memorial Foundation’s competition to design a new memorial space on federally-owned land in Washington, D.C. has named its four-finalist shortlist ahead of the announcement of an overall winner that is expected later in the spring. The nation’s first memorial dedicated to the cause of press freedom was first launched in 2020 and will culminate in a public memorial in direct view of Capitol Hill on the National Mall.

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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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WELL House / memo architectuur

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Completed in 2023 in Mortsel, Belgium. Images by Evenbeeld. A painting of the empty space. There is a gap between people. The distance or interval between one place and another exists everywhere. It can be a.

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Docomomo US stands against 'anti-diversity' policies, reinforces values for upcoming Florida symposium

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Docomomo US has issued a statement clarifying its stance on issues that have been raised in advance of its 2024 National Symposium in Coral Gables, Florida. The group’s decision to host its annual event in the Miami area had come under scrutiny over the state’s pursuit of “anti-diversity” measures in the past year. The symposium will now continue with a renewed focus on sharing stories that can relate to the experiences of those communities targeted by lawmakers, organize

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CHIDORI TERRACE Co-operative Housing Complex / FUJIWALABO + Teppei Fujiwara Architects Labo

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© Masao Nishikawa architects: FUJIWALABO architects: Teppei Fujiwara Architects Labo Location: Ota City, Tokyo, Japan Project Year: 2022 Photographs: Masao Nishikawa Area: 1579.

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Get Lectured: SCI-Arc, Spring '24

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Today, our Get Lectured previews continue with the lectures and public events on deck for the Southern California Institute of Architecture (SCI-Arc) in Los Angeles for the Spring 2024 academic term. The semester has already seen Hernán Díaz Alonso and Sir Peter Cook’ s visit on Monday, January 8 , and will be followed next by the fourth episode of the school’s career-focused B(l)ackspace conversations series broadcasting live from the W.W.

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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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The Studio House / KWCA - Kosala Weerasekara Chartered Architects

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© Ganidu Balasooriya architects: KWCA - Kosala Weerasekara Chartered Architects Location: Kaduwela, Sri Lanka Project Year: 2023 Photographs: Ganidu Balasooriya Area: 850.

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Construction input prices drop again for December, driven by declines in all sectors

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The latest Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) construction input price analysis for the month of December has registered a 0.6% decrease over November’s trend-reversing totals. Nonresidential construction input prices were down another 0.4%, with the commercial and multifamily sectors declining by 0.2% and 0.5%, respectively. Overall construction input prices are now 1.2% higher than a year ago, and nonresidential construction input prices are another 1.6% higher.

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Southern Hemisphere Summer Bliss: Unveiling 6 Club and Pool Retreats

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Serra Dourada Club - Alphaville / Gustavo Penna © Jomar Bragança With the approach of summer in the southern hemisphere — promising to be one of the most intense on record amidst a year already considered one of the hottest in history — the search for places that offer moments of relaxation, freshness, and fun intensifies. As the high temperatures of summer draw near, the relevance and demand for facilities like clubs , with their outdoor leisure areas, pools , and green spaces, stand out signif

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Artistree shares design for luxury treehouse nestled in the redwoods of Sonoma wine country

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Nestled amongst redwoods in Western Sonoma is a luxurious treehouse where you can relax and rejuvenate in nature from a bird’s eye view. The post Artistree shares design for luxury treehouse nestled in the redwoods of Sonoma wine country 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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Danish Crown Headquarters / CEBRA

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Completed in 2023 in Randers, Denmark. Images by Adam Mørk. Danish Crown's new headquarters by CEBRA is situated on a slope, unfolding like a fan with a view over rolling fields. The building and landscape.

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Administrative Building of ‘Aban’ Factory, by Ashari Architects

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Factory office spaces are typically under the heavy influence of the factory itself and become a part the factory, in the case of prefabricated buildings, they sit adjacent to other spaces, often lacking a distinct identity. The primary challenge in this project was determining how to design a factory's office building so that it not only possesses its own unique identity but also serves as a representative symbol of the factory's design.

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The Legacy of the Sawtooth Roof, an Icon of Industrial Architecture

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Sawtooth roofs are an iconic architectural feature of industrial buildings A historic symbol of the industrial age, the sawtooth roof is a lasting legacy of architectural history. Although a functional invention born from necessity nearly 200 years ago, the iconic shape is enjoying a renaissance in many contemporary projects. Made up of many long, thin roofs with irregular pitches laid alongside each other, a sawtooth roof positions its steeper edges – filled with glass panels – away from the eq

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Rudolf Steiner College and School, Haarlem by atelier PRO architects

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Atelier PRO has transformed a school building from the 1960s into a primary school and an out-of-school-care; together with the newly built secondary school next door, the buildings make up a new educational ensemble: Rudolf Steiner College and School. Both buildings are designed in line with the idiom of Steiner Waldorf education, with a maximum use of natural materials and sloping corners, and are interconnected to share spaces.

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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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Svendborg International Maritime Academy / C.F. Møller + EFFEKT

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© Rasmus Hjortshøj architects: C.F. Møller architects: EFFEKT Location: Nordre Havnevej 4, 5700 Svendborg, Denmark Project Year: 2023 Photographs: Rasmus Hjortshøj Area: 11800.

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Aedas Completes Twin-Tower Landmark at Hangzhou Qianjiang by Aedas

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Aedas Executive Director Wei Li and Global Design Principal Ken Wai jointly led the team to create a mixed-use gateway in Hangzhou Qianjiang adjacent to the Central Business District and the sports amenities. It integrates commercial, cultural, retail and residential to accommodate the rapid urban development. Located in the heart of Hangzhou Ring Road, the project is conveniently accessible with double metro lines, well-developed transport system and surrounding key developments including Hangz

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Assila HQ / Peter Ruge Architekten

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© Laurian Ghinitoiu architects: Peter Ruge Architekten Location: RIyadh, Saudi Arabia Project Year: 2022 Photographs: Laurian Ghinitoiu Photographs: Area: 12230.

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MVRDV wins competition for Chengdu cultural center and office scheme

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MVRDV has come out on top of an international competition to deliver a pair of new buildings as part of the forthcoming Tianfu Software Park development in Chengdu , China. The scheme calls for the construction of two towers defined by a cascading vertical garden concept. The taller, 492-foot centerpiece office design features a full-height atrium at one corner extending from an open podium base and floor plates designed to maximize its occupants' views of the city.

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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.