Tue.Nov 19, 2024

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Tulum 21 House / As Arquitectura + Diseño

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© Tamara Uribe architects: As Arquitectura + Diseño Location: San Benito, Yucatán, México Project Year: 2022 Photographs: Tamara Uribe Area: 553.

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LA’s cramped rezoning plan still short of housing goals says UCLA study

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Under state laws designed to remedy a housing shortage, the city has to set aside land for the construction of 250,000 more homes than allowed through existing zoning rules. Measures under consideration by a City Council committee are likely to satisfy the state requirements, the UCLA analysis found. But when analyzing the likelihood of what developers would actually build, researchers found the number of new homes would be far lower.

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Diriyah Art Futures Contemporary Art Hub / Schiattarella Associati

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© Mohamed Somji architects: Schiattarella Associati Location: Diriyah, Saudi Arabia Project Year: 2024 Photographs: Mohamed Somji Photographs: Antoine Horenbeek Photographs: Hassan Al Shatti Photographs: Guido Petruccioli Area: 12000.

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Corona 12 Update 1: Team up and speed up with the latest version

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Live Link to Chaos Vantage is added, along with Cloud Collaboration, faster caustics, caustics visible in volumes, faster IR or test renders with image upscaling, and more.

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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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Transforming Portland: How a Demolished Highway Became a Pioneering Waterfront Park

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Aerial View of Portland Steel Bridge Over Calm River. Image © Nicholas J Klein via Shutterstock Urban landscapes are shaped by the infrastructure we prioritize , reflecting the needs and values of society at a given moment in time. One striking example of this evolution is Portland's Harbor Drive—a highway that was once an artery of heavy automobile traffic but was later demolished to make way for a waterfront park.

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Foster + Partners Reveals Design for a Beachside Master Plan in Bahrain

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Bilaj Al Jazayer Beach Masterplan, Bahrain - The beach connects with a series of piers, which extend into the sea and create protective coves to shield the shoreline. Image © Foster + Partners Foster + Partners have revealed their proposal for the Bilaj Al Jazayer Beach master plan, a new development aiming to introduce a new touristic destination along Bahrain's southwest coast.

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Three firms selected to overhaul galleries at the Toledo Museum of Art for 2027

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Michael Maltzan Architecture , Studio Zewde , and Once–Future Office have been named as the team behind a major upcoming reinstallation of the Toledo Museum of Art (TMA) in Ohio. The work will enable a chronological journey through its newly reinterpreted collection brought forth by a curatorial team that has quadrupled in size since 2020. The design team has been active in the past year gauging community feedback and conducting outreach surveys as per the announcement.

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Xanadu Chongchongshan / Wilburban Architects

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© Guowei Liu architects: Wilburban Architects Location: Chongqing, China Project Year: 2024 Photographs: Guowei Liu Photographs: Hanfeng Zou Area: 3800.

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Cutler Anderson, NAC, CTK, and Pratt Institute are Archinect Jobs' latest featured employers

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Look below for Archinect's latest curated selection of architecture and design firms currently hiring on Archinect Jobs. This week's featured employer highlight includes openings in New York City/Brooklyn , Los Angeles , and Bainbridge Island, Washington. For even more opportunities, visit the Archinect job board and explore our active community of job seekers , firms , and schools.

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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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African Heritage Hut / New Office

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© Annabell Ren architects: New Office Works Location: Chicago, United States Project Year: 2024 Photographs: Annabell Ren Photographs: Elliott Riggen Area: 150.

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Meet NYIT School of Architecture & Design's New Faculty Members

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The School of Architecture and Design at New York Institute of Technology (NYIT) , with campuses in New York City and Old Westbury, Long Island, delivers a technology-driven, design-focused education across its Architecture, Interior Design, and Digital Art & Design programs. As part of Archinect's School Partners initiative, the spotlight turns to eighteen distinguished faculty members and their objectives for advancing academic and professional excellence in the 2024/25 academic year.

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Tasting Rooms Tasting Rooms Culinary Center / Abruzzo Bodziak Architects

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© Michael Vahrenwald architects: Abruzzo Bodziak Architects Location: Norwalk, United States Project Year: 2024 Photographs: Michael Vahrenwald Photographs: Megan Holloway Area: 15020.

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New skateable furniture adds personal benefits a sense of 'pure gnar' to any office

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Believing "anytime is the right time to take a Skate Break," the Ontario-based designers known as the Zenga Bros. have produced what could be the ultimate furniture addition to any shred happy office space looking to add an eccentric touch. Their new product line is aptly named 'Skate Brake' and fabricated by Christian and Benny Huizenga to incorporate different (and difficult) skating configurations that provoke a sense of "pure gnar.

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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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Beyond a Trend: Modular Construction as a New Building Paradigm

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Courtesy of Terraco Modular construction, also known as prefabrication, is rapidly emerging as a transformative trend in the construction industry. This innovative approach involves assembling building components off-site in a controlled factory environment before transporting them to the site for final assembly. The rise of modular construction is largely driven by its ability to overcome several of the challenges associated with traditional construction methods.

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'Schindler Space Architect' documentary premieres tonight in Los Angeles

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Here's a heads-up for L.A.-based fans of Rudolph Schindler. Do not miss tonight’s premiere screening of Valentina Ganeva’s new documentary Schindler Space Architect at 7:30 p.m. in Beverly Hills. Ganeva recently spoke to KCRW about some of its insights, including the overlooked feminist design considerations present in the Schindler House on North Kings Road.

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Africa Hall Cultural Center / Architectus Conrad Gargett

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Completed in 2024 in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. Images by Rory Gardiner. Architectus Conrad Gargett has revitalized the United Nations' historic Africa Hall in a landmark decade-long renovation. The 1961 Arturo Mezzèdimi.

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Kengo Kuma and Associates cloaks Chinese clay museum in handmade tiles

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Japanese studio Kengo Kuma and Associates has completed UCCA Clay Museum in China , creating a peaked form clad in handmade ceramic tiles to celebrate the "warmth of craftsmanship". Located in Yixing, the 3,457-square-metre museum is part of a wider masterplan to redevelop the once-industrial area, dubbed the "ceramic capital" of China because of its rich history of pottery production, into a cultural district.

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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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Nursery Benêtre / OFFICE MUTO

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Completed in 2024 in France. Images by Alexandre Pavlidis. The project was formed as the simplest possible expression of the essence of a nursery: a central living space connecting all the secondary rooms of.

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Heatherwick Studio and SPPARC's Olympia revamp nearing completion in London

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An elevated public realm and performance venues are taking shape on top of the Olympia events centre in west London as part of its transformation by UK architecture practices Heatherwick Studio and SPPARC. Aiming to attract more public activity to the site, Heatherwick Studio and SPPARC are renovating the Victorian exhibition halls and building outdoor space with bars and restaurants on its roofs.

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Riken Yamamoto Honored in 2024 Pritzker Architecture Prize Ceremony Video

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© Shigeru Ohno | Nagoya Zokei University The Pritzker Architecture Prize has released a special video honoring Riken Yamamoto , the 2024 Laureate. Presented in a documentary-style format, the film celebrates Yamamoto's distinguished architectural career and his contributions as the 53rd Laureate, honored earlier this year in Chicago. This milestone coincided with the 100th birthday of Cindy Pritzker, co-founder of the Prize with her late husband, Jay A.

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Aloe vera provides "sustainable alternative" to cotton in Kirkby Design textile

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British textile brand Kirkby Design has created what it believes to be the first interior fabric made from aloe vera – a plant that grows without need for chemicals, fertilisers or additional watering. Kirkby Design 's Aloe fabric is a sheer, washable, wide-format drapery textile made of 60 per cent aloe vera and 40 per cent organic cotton. The brand says the fabric is more sustainable than conventional textiles because the aloe requires no pesticides and uses less water during cultivation than

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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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Leisure Taiaçu / Estúdio Kaique Xavier + Pedrazzoli Arquitetura

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© Vitor Martins architects: Estúdio Kaique Xavier architects: Pedrazzoli Arquitetura Location: Taiaçu, Brasil Project Year: 2024 Photograph: Vitor Martins Area: 280.

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AR House Awards shortlist showcases 15 homes that stand out by breaking the mold

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The Architectural Review has unveiled its shortlist of 15 residential projects from around the world for the 2024 AR House Awards. Launched in 2010, the competition recognizes originality and excellence in the design of homes. This year’s judging panel includes Stella Daoutim, co-founder of Architecture Research Athens, who was commended in the 2021 AR House Awards for Weekend House on Salamis Island ; Bangkok Project Studio founder Boonserm Premthada, whose home and office was shortlisted

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How Latin American Female Architects Are Tackling Their Countries' Challenges: 4 Inspiring Interviews Highlighting Creativity and Resilience

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Tatiana Bilbao. Inflexiones 2024 inaugural conference. Image Courtesy of Tecnológico de Monterrey Architecture and urban planning in Latin America face deeply rooted social, environmental, and economic challenges shaped by historical inequalities, rapid population growth, and unplanned urbanization. Addressing these issues requires innovative solutions that balance housing needs , ecological preservation , and respect for local identities.

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NOMAL subtracts and adds geometries to maximize space at ‘concrete sandwich’ in seoul

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the design within is a creative renovation of an existing structure, merging volume maximization with cost-effective construction. The post NOMAL subtracts and adds geometries to maximize space at ‘concrete sandwich’ in seoul 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.