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10 examples of color in architecture we liked this week

Archinect

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 Color. Tip: Use the handy FOLLOW feature to easily keep up-to-date with all your favorite Archinect profiles.

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Surat Diamond Bourse / Morphogenesis

ArchDaily

Completed in 2023 in Surat, India. Images by Edmund Sumner. Over 90% of the world's diamond pieces are cut in Surat, in the western Indian state of Gujarat, with the city playing host to the world's largest.

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Proctor & Shaw tops London home extension with serrated zinc roof

Deezen

Architecture studio Proctor & Shaw has topped a home extension with a steeply-angled roof clad with red pigmented zinc in East Dulwich, London. Home to a family of seven, Proctor & Shaw designed the project as an extension to an existing Edwardian house, extending the ground-floor kitchen and dining room. Proctor & Shaw has designed a serrated roof edge for a London home extension In order to restrict potential onlooking from neighbours, the studio crafted a unique serrated-edged roo

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House in the Pine Forest / AT architectes

ArchDaily

© Stéphane ABOUDARAM | WE ARE CONTENT(S) architects: AT architectes Location: 13100 Le Tholonet, France Project Year: 2022 Photographs: Stéphane ABOUDARAM | WE ARE CONTENT(S) Area: 153.

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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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Baldó Arquitectura references Japanese design for Spanish pool house

Deezen

Bamboo and an overhanging roof characterise Godai Pavilion, a pool house that Spanish studio Baldó Arquitectura has created for a home in rural Cantabria. Located in northern Spain, the outbuilding is designed in line with the local climate and aims to showcase natural materials and Japanese design details. Baldó Arquitectura referenced Japanese design for this Spanish pool house Baldó Arquitectura positioned the pool house to the south of the site, creating an enclosed courtyard garden with the

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Dezeen's top 10 US architecture projects of 2023

Deezen

From skyscrapers by SHoP Architects and BIG to the world's largest spherical structure in Las Vegas , we select 10 of this year's most talked-about architecture projects in the United States as part of our 2023 review. This year's roundup of the biggest and best from the United States also includes some residential projects from New England to California, including a sculptural home in the Hamptons and a black-brick home in Washington.

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Jinghope · Life Aesthetics Community / Various Associates

ArchDaily

Completed in 2022 in Sanya, China. Images by SFAP. The Jinghope · Life Aesthetics Community adopts a design direction different from the popular Beach Club at The Sanya EDITION, which features.

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Ten landscape architecture projects by the University of Southern California

Deezen

Dezeen School Shows: a park in downtown LA built beside a railway station is included in Dezeen's latest school show by students at the University of Southern California. Also included is a scheme that aims to implement landscape architecture methods that stop diseases from spreading, as well as a project examining the impact of wildfires. University of Southern California Institution: University of Southern California School: School of Architecture Course: Master of Landscape Architecture and U

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Ascendium Education Group Office Headquarters / Flad Architects

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© AJ Brown architects: Flad Architects Location: 38 Buttonwood Court, Madison, WI 53718, United States Project Year: 2021 Photographs: AJ Brown Area: 63000.

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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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panasonic’s technics café KYOTO by yusuke seki embraces soundscapes with DJ turntables

designboom

the interior features a light color palette of gray and clear geometries while remaining pared back from additional decoration. The post panasonic’s technics café KYOTO by yusuke seki embraces soundscapes with DJ turntables appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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BODEGA Restaurant / Loop Design Studio

ArchDaily

© Purnesh Dev Nikhanj architects: Loop Design Studio Location: Panchkula, Haryana, India Project Year: 2023 Photographs: Purnesh Dev Nikhanj Area: 4000.

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biophilic facade of studio gang’s ‘populus’ will mimic aspen trees in denver

designboom

interiors have been unveiled of studio gang's 'populus' in denver, with a moody lobby evoking an earthy forest floor. The post biophilic facade of studio gang’s ‘populus’ will mimic aspen trees in denver appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Rain Tree House / Guz Architects

ArchDaily

© Patrick Bingham-Hall architects: Guz Architects Location: Singapore Project Year: 2023 Photographs: Patrick Bingham-Hall Area: 1871.

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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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inaugural manar exhibition illuminates abu dhabi’s archipelagos with public installations

designboom

35 multisensory artworks by rafael lozano-hemmer, jim denevan, samia halaby, and more unite land, water, and art with light. The post inaugural manar exhibition illuminates abu dhabi’s archipelagos with public installations appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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The War on Old Buildings (and History) continues – Part 4: Caught in the Act!

Architectural Observer

Most arsonists aren’t caught. Recently, an aspiring one was — and documented in the process. On December 7, 2023 in Atlanta, a 26-year-old US Navy veteran doused gasoline on the walls and porch of the 1895 Queen Anne styled birthplace of Martin Luther King, Jr., an historic site operated by the National Park Service. The house was undergoing renovations and not open to the public at the time.

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BB house by Architects Ink | Living space

Architonic

<p>The clients brief was to create a new interior that was completely different to the existing home. Rooms were dark with restricted connections to windows and outside spaces. Materials were heavy; dark timbers, colours and finishes enclosed the space. The design created and opened a new interior with better connections to adjacent spaces, gardens and terrace and provided new access to natural light and ventilation.</p> <p>The material approach was to highlight the exist

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Caught in the Act! The War on Old Buildings and History continues…

Architectural Observer

Most arsonists aren’t caught. Recently, an aspiring one was — and documented in the process. On December 7, 2023 in Atlanta, a 26-year-old US Navy veteran doused gasoline on the walls and porch of the 1895 Queen Anne styled birthplace of Martin Luther King, Jr., an historic site operated by the National Park Service. The house was undergoing renovations and not open to the public at the time.

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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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These are not unprecedented interest rates

Brandon Donnelly

BlogTO recently asked : Is it a good time or a bad time to buy a condo in Toronto right now? My unsolicited opinion is that if you are someone who would like a home in Toronto, now is an excellent time to buy it. But that’s not actually what I want to talk about today. If you read the post, you’ll come across this line: “She emphasized that these are unprecedented interest rates…” Hmm.

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