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Pratt Architecture's story of innovation shines through in 70th anniversary exhibition

Archinect

The Pratt Institute School of Architecture is celebrating its 70th anniversary this spring with a special month-long exhibition highlighting the rather extraordinary contributions Pratt students, alumni, and faculty have bequeathed to the world since 1954. All of the materials featured, which the school has labeled a retrospective "first step" preceding a turn to its bright future, are taken from the Pratt Institute Library archives and will be on display through April 25th.

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Tuckey Design Studio uses concrete ruin as "blank canvas" for Lake Como Villa

Deezen

The weather-beaten concrete shell of an old villa overlooking Lake Como in northern Italy has been transformed into a modern home by British practice Tuckey Design Studio. Tuckey Design Studio , which has offices in London and Switzerland, designed Lake Como Villa on a steeply sloping site that looks directly out over the water and the village of Bellagio.

Design 114
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10 examples of wood in architecture we liked this week

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In case you haven't checked out Archinect's Pinterest boards in a while, we have compiled ten recently pinned images from outstanding projects on various Archinect Firm and People profiles. Today's top images (in no particular order) are from the board Wood. Tip: Use the handy FOLLOW feature to easily keep up-to-date with all your favorite Archinect profiles.

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davide macullo on drawing from albania’s heritage & terrain for upcoming residential towers

designboom

our designs emerge from their context,' the architect tells designboom, discussing the upcoming projects on albania's southern coast and in the forested hills of tirana. The post davide macullo on drawing from albania’s heritage & terrain for upcoming residential towers appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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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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Hellestø Cabin / Helen & Hard

ArchDaily

Completed in 2023 in Norway. Images by Sindre Ellingsen. Hytte Hellest is located at one of Norway's most beautiful sandy beaches on the edge of gently rolling, grass-covered sand dunes. The goal was to.

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PH Charlone House / Florentina Fontana Arq. + Asociados

ArchDaily

Daniela Mac Adden architects: Florentina Fontana Arq. + Asociados Location: Charlone 452. Ciudad Autnoma de Buenos Aires, Argentina Project Year: 2023 Photographs: Daniela Mac Adden Area: 160.

Housing 270
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Seven unfitted kitchens where freestanding units add character

Deezen

Our latest lookbook features seven examples of unfitted kitchens with mix-and-match furnishings that ditch a conventional copy-paste style in favour of flexibility and personality. Unfitted kitchens, or freestanding kitchens, are finished with one or several standalone elements, such as islands, pantries or shelving, rather than uniform built-in units.

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STUDS Hair Salon / nevertheless / Yusuke Sagawa Architects

ArchDaily

Yosuke Harada architects: nevertheless / Yusuke Sagawa Architects Location: Saitama, Japan Project Year: 2024 Photographs: Yosuke Harada Area: 64.

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Pratt School of Architecture's story of innovation shines through in 70th anniversary exhibition

Archinect

The Pratt Institute School of Architecture is celebrating its 70th anniversary this spring with a special month-long exhibition highlighting the rather extraordinary contributions Pratt students, alumni, and faculty have bequeathed to the world since 1954. All of the materials featured, which the school has labeled a retrospective "first step" preceding a turn to its bright future, are taken from the Pratt Institute Library archives and will be on display through April 25th.

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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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Donna Haraway and Italo Rota Receive the Golden Lion for Lifetime Achievement of the 2025 Venice Biennale

ArchDaily

Ocean Space, Chiesa di San Lorenzo. Image Enrico Fiorese American philosopher Donna Haraway and the late Italian architect and designer Italo Rota (19532024) are the recipients of the Golden Lion for Lifetime Achievement and the Special Golden Lion for Lifetime Achievement in Memoriam, respectively, for the 19th International Architecture Exhibition of La Biennale di Venezia , titled Intelligens.

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The Art of Too Much

misfits' architecture

I recently bought a copy of Japanese author Osamus Daizis The Setting Sun. The dust cover had two quotes. One was from Wong Kar-Wai. I like Dazai a lot. It used five words to say what it had to say. The other was from Yukio Mishima. He wrote: What I despise about Dazai is that he exposes precisely those things in myself that I most want to hide. This sentence is simple and honest but its also theatrical, beautiful, artful, brutal, and as such, typical of Mishima.

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Tarragona Public Passenger Terminal / Hombre de Piedra Arquitectos

ArchDaily

Simn Garca architects: Hombre de Piedra Arquitectos Location: Muelle de Baleares, SN, Tarragona, Spain Project Year: 2024 Photographs: Simn Garca Area: 2851.

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da.ch. crafts layered stone-paved landscape for casa tres patis in catalunya

designboom

visual corridors connect house and landscape across multiple axes. The post da.ch. crafts layered stone-paved landscape for casa tres patis in catalunya appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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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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Renovation of the "Nooks and Corners" Space in Hongye Garden / Greyspace Architects

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Arch-Exist architects: Greyspace Architects Location: Hongye Garden, Yuyuan Road, Shanghai, China Project Year: 2024 Photographs: Arch-Exist Photographs: Qiaozhu Yan Area: 54.

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photo series by lluís bort captures mallorca’s abandoned buildings under gradient blue skies

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llus bort's empty architectures captures structures left behind by time. The post photo series by llus bort captures mallorca’s abandoned buildings under gradient blue skies appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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PLP City Range / ASWA

ArchDaily

Soopakorn Srisakul architects: ASWA Location: Bangkok, Thailand Project Year: 2025 Photographs: Soopakorn Srisakul Photographs: Phuttipan Aswakool Area: 2750.

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Open call: UIA World Congress of Architects 2026 Barcelona

World Architecture Community

The UIA World Congress of Architects ”ÖÜ Becoming, Architectures for a Planet in Transition has officially launched its Call for Participants, inviting architects, researchers, and practitioners worldwide to contribute to the congress with their insigh.

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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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Oak Grove Park / PUPA Life Over Space

ArchDaily

Norbert Tukaj architects: PUPA Life Over Space Location: Klaipda, Klaipeda City Municipality, Lithuania Project Year: 2021 Photographs: Norbert Tukaj Area: 86000.

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4.4.2025 Friday - Don and Da drop by for lunch

Lines on Paper

We forget to take photos, but that is a good thing - it is simply a lunch and chat with people whom I enjoy the company of. Sam was saying how our kids do not seem to have more close friends from school. I remind her that I do not have many friends (from school or any where else) Friends whom I was close to then are now not in touch, I have not made the effort and neither have they.

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Omar Chakil's stone furniture collection references ancient Egyptian gods

Deezen

A chair shaped like a hooded cobra and a table that evokes a scarab beetle feature in designer Omar Chakil's Transcendence series. Chakil 's collectible furniture and objects look to embody a multicultural outlook, reflecting his upbringing and artistic career in France, Egypt and Lebanon. Omar Chakil's stone furniture collection was designed to reference ancient Egyptian gods His 17-piece Transcendence series is currently on show at Galerie Gastou during trade fair PAD Paris.

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The Seoul Biennale of Architecture and Urbanism will be held from September and October 2025

World Architecture Community

In ”Ö, the Seoul Biennale of Architecture and Urbanism (Seoul Biennale) will celebrate its fifth edition and tenth year of operation. The Seoul Biennale, which began in ”"", has provided an experimental platform for investigating innovative.

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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?