ArchDaily
FEBRUARY 11, 2024
Main Entrance of the Lusail Museum. Image © Herzog & de Meuron. Courtesy Qatar Museums Qatar Museums has released renderings showcasing the future Lusail Museum, designed by Swiss architecture office Herzog & de Meuron. The museum will house one of the largest collections of Orientalist art, exploring the movement of people and ideas across the globe and over the centuries.
Archinect
FEBRUARY 11, 2024
The RIOS and Foster + Partners -led One Beverly Hills development in Los Angeles has broken ground on a 50-month construction phase that will result in one of the country’s most expensive residential developments upon its opening in 2028. The 17.5-acre development will connect the Beverly Hilton and Waldorf Astoria with two 28- and 31-story condo towers and an 8.5-acre botanical garden designed by RIOS.
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ArchDaily
FEBRUARY 11, 2024
via Shutterstock | Fedor Selivanov | August 26,2017, Limmar river via Zurich city center In 1988, Jacques Chirac made a never-fulfilled promise to make swimming accessible in the Seine River within 5 years. With swimming in the Seine officially banned by the French government in 1923, the river has been neglected for decades, flooded with high levels of bacteria and pollution resulting from industrialization and urbanization.
Avontuura
FEBRUARY 11, 2024
The young architect had to rebuild it without abandoning the remnants of the past. It now exists in two scenes. The post Amelia Tavella in the running for the European Union Contemporary Architecture – Prize Mies van der Rohe 2024 appeared first on Åvontuura.
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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.
ArchDaily
FEBRUARY 11, 2024
Museum of Troy / Yalin Architectural Design. Image © Emre Dörter Architecture is the design of spaces for human occupation. Despite architects’ skill in designing spaces to influence human behavior there often is a shortfall in anticipating and reacting to occupants’ behavior. To create environments that boost well-being, productivity, and social engagement, a symbiotic relationship between buildings and human behavior must be fostered.
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ArchDaily
FEBRUARY 11, 2024
Courtesy of MVRDV | Ucharm | MVRDV Gate M West Bund Dream Cente MVRDV has just introduced its comprehensive plan and architectural vision for the construction of the Gate M West Bund Dream Center in Shanghai. Formerly home to a cement plant factory, the design uses the existing structures for cultural programs and combines them with new structures to house new functions.
designboom
FEBRUARY 11, 2024
the structure gracefully embraces the surrounding nature, allowing trees to coexist harmoniously with its framework. The post short film guides us through permeable bamboo pavilion celebrating indian craftmanship appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.
ArchDaily
FEBRUARY 11, 2024
Completed in 2024 in Al Wafrah, Kuwait. Images by Nelson Garrido. Nestled in Wafra agriculture, Kuwait, & Inspired by Kuwait's traditional courtyard houses. Surrounded by palm trees and horse barns, the villa's.
designboom
FEBRUARY 11, 2024
designboom spoke with interdisciplinary art collective teamLab to find out more about the new borderless experience, the interactive installations, and the way they connect to visitors. The post ‘technology is not in conflict with nature’ – teamLab’s new borderless museum opens in tokyo appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.
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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.
ArchDaily
FEBRUARY 11, 2024
© Alberto Amores architects: Mariano Molina Iniesta Location: 28702, Madrid, Spain Project Year: 2022 Photographs: Alberto Amores Area: 424.
Deezen
FEBRUARY 11, 2024
Chinese studio Lin Architecture abstracted and merged local architectural forms for the design of this angular pavilion in rural Yunnan, which is made from white-painted concrete. Simply named Concrete Pavilion, the structure is surrounded by rice fields near Botou Village in Eryuan County and functions as a pumphouse, as well as an orienting landmark for local farmers and a viewpoint for tourists.
ArchDaily
FEBRUARY 11, 2024
© Deeshika Jain, Atul Kanetkar, PHX India, Pritesh Patil architects: Environ Planners Location: Nashik, Maharashtra, India Project Year: 2021 Photographs: Deeshika Jain, Atul Kanetkar, PHX India, Pritesh Patil Area: 550.
Deezen
FEBRUARY 11, 2024
Driven by a desire for more mood-boosting daylight in the English winter, designers Nat Martin and Sean Hammett have invented an overhead light that promises to recreate the feeling of a sunny day. The Sunday Light consists of a small but powerful LED suspended under a reflective panel. The panel is designed to diffuse light in a similar way to the Earth's atmosphere, dispersing it across a room.
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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.
ArchDaily
FEBRUARY 11, 2024
Completed in 2023 in Ningbo, China. Images by 吴清山. The project site is located in Hengxi Town, Yinzhou District, Ningbo. To the west and south of the site are thousands of acres of rice fields.
designboom
FEBRUARY 11, 2024
KPF takes inspiration from the undulating desert sand dunes and the intricate patterns of islamic heritage. The post KPF’s zayed airport terminal evokes windswept desert dunes outside abu dhabi appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.
ArchDaily
FEBRUARY 11, 2024
© Mikael Olsson architects: Olsson Lyckefors Arkitektur Location: Gothenburg, Sweden Project Year: 2022 Photographs: Mikael Olsson Photographs: Erik Lefvander Photographs: Courtesy of Olsson Lyckefors Arkitektur Area: 8000.
Deezen
FEBRUARY 11, 2024
From monolithic concrete pillars to ornately decorated columns, this lookbook collates ten living room interiors that embrace existing structural columns. It is not always cost-effective or practical for designers and architects to remove preexisting columns from interiors, especially if they are load-bearing and thus vital to the structural integrity of the building.
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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?
ArchDaily
FEBRUARY 11, 2024
Completed in 2023 in Warsaw, Poland. Images by Nate Cook. The MP_II House is an example of a project where our main goal was to create a building that harmonizes with its surroundings. The low-rise.
designboom
FEBRUARY 11, 2024
created as a spectacle against a vast landscape, SH ALL WE TALK explores how images and visuals influence our perception and comprehension of the natural world. The post shikun zhu and porsche’s balloon installation in china invites silent dialogues with nature appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.
ArchDaily
FEBRUARY 11, 2024
© Luciano Basso architects: Luciano Lerner Basso Location: Urubici, SC, 88650-000, Brazil Project Year: 2023 Photographs: Luciano Basso Photographs: Alcindo Dedavid Area: 99.
designboom
FEBRUARY 11, 2024
the cafe bar is clad with concrete pillows, emulating the charm of waking up late with pillow creases and daydreaming. The post a box-like chandelier, concrete pillow bar, and icy walls enliven tee vee eff’s cafe in dubai appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.
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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
ArchDaily
FEBRUARY 11, 2024
© Multifoto Ab architects: MNY Arkitekter Location: Salo, Finland Project Year: 2023 Photographs: Multifoto Ab Photographs: MNY Arkitekter Area: 131.
Architonic
FEBRUARY 11, 2024
<p>As anyone who has ever renovated knows, one of the most niggling of design decisions concerns electrical interfaces. To some that’s simply light switches and plug sockets – once predominately white Bakelite or plastic and now available in a gloriously broad palette of materials, finishes, colours, shapes and profiles. But increasingly the decisions go beyond working out the least jarring isolator switch to integrate into your dream kitchen tiling scheme.</p> <p>High-en
ArchDaily
FEBRUARY 11, 2024
© PHX India architects: Modo Designs Location: Makarba, Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India Project Year: 2023 Photographs: PHX India Area: 6300.
designboom
FEBRUARY 11, 2024
for the mindcraft project 2023, natural material studio has designed lighting works, LW-B004-1-3. The post natural material studio explores light through bio-textile materials appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.
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