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Patio Guapuruvu House / Estudio Piloti Arquitetura

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© Pedro Kok architects: Estudio Piloti Arquitetura Location: Camanducaia, State of Minas Gerais, 37650-000, Brazil Project Year: 2022 Photographs: Pedro Kok Area: 210.

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A Splendid Torch: Henry Mercer’s Historical Connections (Part 2)

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Moravian Pottery and Tile Works (photo by Concord, CC BY-SA 4.0 , via Wikimedia Commons) The following is the second of two posts devoted to a lengthy passage from Bill Kleinsasser ’s 1981 edition of his self-published textbook, SYNTHESIS. (Read Part 1 here ). His fascination with the work and interests of Henry Chapman Mercer i s perhaps no more evident than in this reading.

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UN-Habitat Launches “My Neighborhood,” a Practical Guide for Achieving Sustainable Urban Spaces

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Barcelona, Spain. Image © Resul Muslu via Shutterstock The UN-Habitat Urban Lab has published “My Neighborhood ,” a publication that offers a checklist of urban design principles aimed at creating more sustainable and resilient cities. Containing actions that are applicable at the neighborhood scale , the guide strives to present an integrated approach that responds to key sectors such as transportation , local urban initiatives , housing , public spaces , utilities, and more.

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Technical precision meets artisanal mastery: Juan Pablo Ortiz and TALLER Architects complete steel frame tube tower in Bogotá

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The mandate followed a competition held in 2014 seeking a complex that Integrates an existing brick structure with a new steel tower. The post Technical precision meets artisanal mastery: Juan Pablo Ortiz and TALLER Architects complete steel frame tube tower in Bogotá 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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Mas Auleda House / Contorns, arquitectura e interiorismo

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© El Ramo Volador architects: Contorns, arquitectura e interiorismo Location: Anglés, Girona, Spain Project Year: 2023 Photographs: El Ramo Volador Area: 220.

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Transforming Architectural Education with Augmented and Virtual Reality

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Phoenix Project. Image Courtesy of Autodesk The discipline of architecture has undergone considerable change, primarily driven by advancements in the application of technology. Architects, long viewed as the futurists of the constructed world, are now utilizing progressive techniques and resources and expanding the use cases of technologies such as Augmented Reality (AR) and Virtual Reality (VR).

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Vurpas Architectes transforms French market with "childlike quality" into primary school

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French studio Vurpas Architectes has converted a 1960s market building to create Eugénie Brazier, a primary school and nursery in Lyon. Eugénie Brazier is built around the long structure of the old wholesale market and features perforated brickwork and a neutral colour palette that draws on the existing building. To accommodate a nursery as well as a 15-class primary school, a matching extension has also been added.

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Viet Tri House / i.House Architecture and Construction

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© Hiroyuki Oki architects: i.House Architecture and Construction Location: Viet Tri city, Phu Tho Province, Vietnam Project Year: 2023 Photographs: Hiroyuki Oki Area: 292.

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Eight offbeat homes with indoor slides

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A slide that doubles as a bookshelf in a South Korean house and a swooping mirrored tunnel that descends the four levels of a New York apartment feature in our latest lookbook of homes with interior slides. Typically designed for children, slides are smooth, sloped structures commonly found in playgrounds. Architects and interior designers have borrowed the concept and placed the structures in homes to either replace or complement traditional staircases and incorporate a sense of fun for childre

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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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Hassell Unveils Lunar Habitat Masterplan, Aiming to Revolutionize Interstellar Living

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Courtesy of Hassell Last week, Hassell revealed the Lunar Habitat Masterplan , a modular concept for a moon base. Developed in collaboration with th e European Space Agency (ESA) and Cranfield University, the project aims to contribute to the formation of the first permanent human settlement on the moon. Representing a significant set forward in interstellar exploration, the masterplan hopes to support the development of a community on the moon.

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enkei turns construction waste into lighting sculpture for stockholm design week 2024

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the product features a movable textile shade made with scrap-based wire and recycled bio-plastics. The post enkei turns construction waste into lighting sculpture for stockholm design week 2024 appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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A Hospice in Belgium and an Airport in NEOM: 8 Unbuilt Structures That Feature Organic Shapes Submitted by the ArchDaily Community

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Courtesy of VINCENT CALLEBAUT ARCHTECTURES | HospiWood In constantly changing industry of architectural design, the rebirth of organic shapes stands as a testament to the power of design. “ Following years of linear, clean-cut, and refined spaces, curved silhouettes were revived, became one of the dominating interior design trends across the world.” Aiming to redefine the boundaries of physical spaces and conventional forms, these curves are often times inspired by nature.

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Soba restaurant Kawamichiya takes over century-old townhouse in Kyoto

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Japanese studios Td-Atelier and Endo Shorijo Design have transformed a townhouse in Kyoto into a noodle restaurant that combines traditional residential details with modern geometric interventions. Kawamichiya Kosho-An is an outpost of soba restaurant Kawamichiya, which can trace its history of creating dishes using buckwheat noodles back more than 300 years.

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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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Apartment Building L329 / Rossetti + Wyss Architekten

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Completed in 2023 in Zollikon, Switzerland. Images by Jürg Zimmermann. Rossetti+Wyss Architects present& Apartment Building L329 in Zurich, Switzerland, a neighborhood characterized by a dissolved development.

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gocycle’s cxi family cargo electric bike is sleek, lightweight, and foldable

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its foldability and portability ensures easy storage in tight urban spaces and effortless transportability with cars, boats, and motorhomes. The post gocycle’s cxi family cargo electric bike is sleek, lightweight, and foldable appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Artist Residence & Atelier / Cochin Creative Collective

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© Syam Sreesylam, Lijo John Mathew architects: Cochin Creative Collective Location: Thiruvankulam, Kochi, Kerala, India Project Year: 2022 Photographs: Syam Sreesylam, Lijo John Mathew Area: 3864.

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ALA draws on West Village history for Talea taproom interiors

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New York studio Alda Ly Architecture has designed a taproom for female- and veteran-owned brewery Talea in the city's West Village neighbourhood, which includes a place for groups to "scheme". Talea West Village is the beer company's third outpost and its first Manhattan location, following two established in Brooklyn. The main dining and drinking area at the Talea West Village taproom is anchored by a colourful bar The space is located in a 1920s building on Christopher Street, an iconic thorou

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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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Bajaj Institute of Technology Wardha / CCBA Designs

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© Ashish Bhonde & Ramprasad Akkisetti architects: CCBA Designs Location: Wardha, Maharastra, India Project Year: 2019 Photographs: Ashish Bhonde & Ramprasad Akkisetti Area: 23310.

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Of magical effects, quiet design and uniqueness | Architecture | Architonic

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Light is an elementary component of the built world. It sets visual accents, ideally combines aesthetically with the architecture and at the same time fulfils functional aspects. Innovative technology enters into an exciting combination with forward-looking design. An outlook on the trends in 2024/25 is provided by the presentation of the trend bureau bora.herke.palmisano, during <a href="[link] target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Light + Building</a> at the Design

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Mindszentyneum Visitor Center / TSPC & Konkrét Stúdió

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© Levente Sirokai architects: Konkret studio architects: TSPC Location: Zalaegerszeg, Hungary Project Year: 2022 Photographs: Levente Sirokai Photographs: Krisztina Ancza Area: 4130.

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DESIGN:ED Podcast: Eric Höweler

Architectural Record

Eric Höweler of Höweler + Yoon joins the podcast to discuss the revitalization of the Coolidge Corner Theatre outside of Boston, the Memorial to Enslaved Laborers at UVA, and the firm's narrative-driven design process.

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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.

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Xiangshan Art Commune / Office Canopy of Architecture

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© Guodong Zheng architects: Office Canopy of Architecture Location: Zhuan Tang Zhi Jie, Xi Hu Qu, Hang Zhou Shi, Zhe Jiang Sheng, China Project Year: 2022 Photographs: Guodong Zheng Area: 1500.

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Tribute: Kurt W. Forster (1935–2024)

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The Zürich-born historian taught at Yale and Princeton among other institutions, and served as the inaugural director of the Getty Research Institute.

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Blue Square / Atelier Guo

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© Qingshan Wu architects: Atelier Guo Location: Qiandongnan Miao and Dong Autonomous Prefecture, Guizhou, China Project Year: 2021 Photographs: Qingshan Wu Area: 70.

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Melbourne's Holocaust Museum Counters Historical Trauma with Daylight and Warmth

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Kerstin Thompson Architects frames the museum's difficult subject matter with a welcoming and nuanced structure.

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Report: Optimism for Construction Growth in the Next Year Remains High

Research reveals 96% of respondents are very or fairly optimistic about their organization’s growth prospects for the next year. The InEight Global Capital Projects Outlook also finds over half see digital technology as the greatest growth opportunity. But these are only some of the findings. Don't be kept in the dark when it comes to the future. Read the report today!