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Sumayya Vally on Incorporating Diverse Knowledge in Contemporary Architecture: The Obel Award 2024 Theme

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Syn Architects at the Islamic Arts Biennale. Image © Laurian Ghinițoiu Sumayya Vally , architect, curator, and founder of Counterspace architecture office, joins the jury for the 2024 Obel Award. This international architectural prize, organized by the Henrik Frode Obel Foundation, honors projects that significantly impact people and the planet. The 2024 theme, "Architecture WITH," invites a re-examination of the architectural profession, emphasizing collaborative and co-creative processes that

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REX previews copper facade screen for Brisbane office tower

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REX has posted a preview of a forthcoming new 205 North Quay office project in Brisbane. The firm is coming off a banner year in which its $500 million Perelman Performing Arts Center, which features its own unique facade made from marble combined into insulated glazing, won several major honors in New York and internationally. The $600 million North Quay project tops out at 37 stories and is scheduled to make its debut in Australia's third-largest city by mid-2025.

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5ª Avenida Building / Mário Alves arquiteto

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© Ivo Tavares Studio architects: Mário Alves arquiteto Location: Aveiro, Portugal Project Year: 2021 Photographs: Ivo Tavares Studio Area: 35273 ft2 Read more »

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AIA Board of Directors files ethics complaint against misconduct accusers

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The Board of Directors of the American Institute of Architects (AIA) has filed an ethics complaint in response to the now-closed investigation over alleged misconduct on the part of CEO Lakisha Ann Woods and other executive staff in the AIA National office. The complaint, which is addressed to be answered by the AIA National Ethics Council (NEC), comes against the unnamed letter signers and other "stakeholders" accused of taking part in a "coordinated campaign" to discredit the reputation of Woo

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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

Contractors today are navigating a market with 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. It integrates these digital solutions into everyday workflows, turning raw data into actionable insights.

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Housing Complex in Leiria / Bureau des Mésarchitectures

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© Francisco Nogueira architects: Bureau des Mésarchitectures Location: Leiria, Portugal Project Year: 2024 Photographs: Francisco Nogueira Area: 1369.

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TNOP House / IS Architects

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© Rungkit Charoenwat architects: IS Architects Location: Mae Kao Tom, Thailand Project Year: 2023 Photographs: Rungkit Charoenwat Area: 100.

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UNStudio completes first South American project in São Paulo

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UNStudio has shared its design for the new EZ Parque da Cidade apartment complex in São Paulo. Built at approximately 883,200 square feet, the building incorporates unique rotated windmill-shaped floor plans and series of eight intertwined sky gardens. Image: © Joana França Each of its four apartment types has a 19.5-foot-deep terrace that comprises up to 25% of the unit size.

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World Tourism Day 2024: 30 Architecture City Guides to Celebrate Urban Fabrics from Around the World

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© dade72 | Shutterstock / London Tourism , as an urban and architectural phenomenon, has grown to encompass more than just sightseeing; it engages visitors with the social, cultural, and economic narratives that cities tell through their built environments. In celebration of World Tourism Day 2024, this collection of city guides highlights the role of architecture in shaping the urban tourism experience.

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Escape to this Shire-inspired home outside Buenos Aires

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To generate connection with exteriors and to create different situations and sceneries, all in relation with Nature. The post Escape to this Shire-inspired home outside Buenos Aires 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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The Warren House / PLOTNONPLOT Architecture Inc.

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© Kevin Belanger architects: PLOTNONPLOT Architecture Inc. Location: Ottawa, Canada Project Year: 2024 Photographs: Kevin Belanger Area: 2700.

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rice straw panels, brick walls, and bamboo shape archiro vietnam’s modern rural house 

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while injecting a contemporary touch, the house incorporates materials closely tied to the region's agricultural heritage. The post rice straw panels, brick walls, and bamboo shape archiro vietnam’s modern rural house appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Saeed's Boutique Home / Maziar and Colleagues

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© Parham Taghioff architects: Maziar and colleagues Location: Hashtgerd, Iran Project Year: 2023 Photographs: Parham Taghioff Area: 440.

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Morphosis raises concrete galleries around Dallas art museum

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Architecture studio Morphosis has balanced long galleries on massive beams and clad in patterned, precast concrete at the Crow Museum of Asian Art museum in Dallas, Texas. The building is part of the first phase of the O'Donnell Athenaeum, an arts campus for the University of Texas at Dallas (UT Dallas). It is a second location for the Crow Museum of Asian Art.

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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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House near Konin / Studio GAB

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Completed in 2023 in Rosocha-Kolonia, Poland. Images by Oni Studio. The house design is an attempt to answer what a modern house located in the middle of the forest should be like. We decided to use wood as a.

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refik anadol unveils DATALAND as world’s first museum of AI arts opening in LA

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the inaugural exhibitions will be expressed through refik anadol studio’s large nature model, the world’s first open source ai model based solely on nature data. The post refik anadol unveils DATALAND as world’s first museum of AI arts opening in LA appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Teahouse at Taifong Golf Club / Álvaro Siza Vieira + Carlos Castanheira

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© C.K.L. architects: Carlos Castanheira architects: Álvaro Siza Vieira Location: , Taiwan Project Year: 2022 Photographs: C.K.L. Photographs: Courtesy of Álvaro Siza Vieira + Carlos Castanheira Area: 72.

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plenty opens world’s first vertical farm that uses AI to grow strawberries indoors in virginia

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in the farm, more than four million pounds of strawberries in a year can be produced, and the first batch is set to arrive in early 2025. The post plenty opens world’s first vertical farm that uses AI to grow strawberries indoors in virginia 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.

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Yama-Tani Housing / Kengo Kuma & Associates

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Completed in 2023 in Paris, France. Images by Sergio Grazia. Yama Tani is a small wooden housing project located in the northeast of Paris. Unlike the high-rise buildings in the surrounding area, its street is.

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SOM to redevelop 19th-century melbourne ‘coffee palace’ with skeletal facade

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led by skidmore, owings & merrill (SOM), the redevelopment of melbourne's historic 189 toorak road has officially begun. The post SOM to redevelop 19th-century melbourne ‘coffee palace’ with skeletal facade appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Exploring The Role of Tourist Information Centers in Europe's Top Destinations

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© Ivo Tavares Studio | Alto Tâmega Tourist Information Point / AND-RÉ In celebration of World Tourism Day , it's important to highlight the crucial role that tourist information points (TICs) play across Europe. These centers provide essential services, from maps and local advice to promoting sustainable travel. Strategically located at major transit hubs and landmarks, TICs ensure that visitors receive personalized guidance to enhance their travel experience.

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fish scale facade of recycled ‘pretty plastic’ to wrap MVRDV’s MONACO offices in munich

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a 'work' block is clad in reclaimed bricks, while a 'play' block uses colorful recycled plastic shingles. The post fish scale facade of recycled ‘pretty plastic’ to wrap MVRDV’s MONACO offices in munich appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Concrete Waterproofing: The Next Step to a More Resilient Design

Don’t let water wash away all your hard work. When specifying concrete waterproofing, you need a solution that’s reliable and permanent. Without it, your concrete waterproofing is at risk of failing and letting water erode and corrode the concrete that it was supposed to protect. Reduce the risk of waterproofing failure by reading through our latest free specification e-book, which will take you through the four key components to better concrete waterproofing specification.

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MVRDV Unveils Design for a Colorful Office Building Clad in Pretty Plastic Shingles in Germany

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MONACO building. Image © MVRDV MVRDV has revealed its design for Monaco, a six-story office building situated in Munich's transforming Werksviertel neighborhood. This region, previously known for its industrial past and later as a cultural hotspot, has been evolving into a dynamic work-and-leisure district since 2016. Positioned near MVRDV's earlier project, WERK12 , the Monaco building uses recycled materials and distinctive shapes to create a balanced "work and play" office environment, inspir

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christo & jeanne-claude’s iconic surrounded islands come alive in NSU museum exhibition

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the christo and jeanne-claude foundation has gifted the pair's iconic miami installation surrounded islands to the NSU art museum fort lauderdal. The post christo & jeanne-claude’s iconic surrounded islands come alive in NSU museum exhibition appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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The Waterfall that Went Silent Installation / Umeå School of Architecture

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© Jonas Eltes architects: Umeå School of Architecture Location: Gällivare, Sweden Project Year: 2023 Photographs: Jonas Eltes Area: 10.

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Patricia Urquiola and Keiji Ashizawa among judges to decide Dezeen Awards 2024 winners

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Eighteen leading architects and designers met this week to decide the winners of Dezeen Awards 2024, which will be revealed at the Dezeen Awards 2024 party in November. The Dezeen Awards master jury took place at the One Hundred Shoreditch hotel in London and included architect Keiji Ashizawa and designers Patricia Urquiola and Lee Broom. Designers Peter Mabeo and Pilar Zeta , as well as interior designer Claudia Afshar and architect Alexandra Hagen also joined to finalise the 46 award winners.

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Sustainable Architecture: Design Green with the Client in Mind

Speaker: Pedro Clarke – Principal Architect at A+ Architecture, In Loco Program Director

Sustainability begins with a conversation, and acquiring customer buy-in is entirely dependent on how the conversation is framed. Clients may not see sustainability as a priority out of fear of operational costs and quality. While these are legitimate concerns, it is our responsibility as architects to listen and foster a collaborative culture that answers client issues while also reducing our carbon footprint.