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How Are Innovations Changing Expanded Polystyrene (EPS)?

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Ladder Street Cultural Space. Image Courtesy of Francesco Rossini As we near its 100th anniversary, expanded polystyrene (EPS) has become widely used in various industries and applications, especially in construction. Since 1970, EPS has been used in building construction due to its thermal insulation properties, lightweight closed-cell structure, durable strength, and long-term integrity.

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Morphosis drops out of The Line

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Saudi Arabia's gargantuan The Line megaproject appears to be experiencing changes in its design team composition. According to the Architect's Journal , Morphosis Architects has reportedly left the signature development of the larger $500 billion NEOM initiative. The Thom Mayne-led studio was believed to be behind the initial master plan of the notoriously secretive scheme that was first revealed in 2022 as a 105-mile-long linear city aspiring to eventually house 9 million people between its 500

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Roble Huacho House / Hebra Arquitectos

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Completed in 2023 in Futrono, Chile. Images by Marcos Zegers. The commission was for a second residence in the middle of the forest for a married couple, a sculptor and a psychologist, where they would have a.

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Chris Williamson elected as RIBA President

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Chris Williamson has been elected as the next RIBA President. The co-founder of London-based practice Weston Williamson + Partners prevailed over fellow presidential candidates Funmbi Adeagbo and Duncan Baker-Brown. From a total of 4,462 votes from RIBA members, Williamson received 1,760 votes in the first round of the election, while Baker-Brown secured 1,502 and Adeagbo 1,200 votes.

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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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Architecture for Sustainable Development Goals: UIA 2030 Award Announces Finalists of its Second Cycle

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Huvila by Jenni Reuter Architects, Finland. Image Courtesy of UIA 2030 Awards The UIA , in collaboration with UN-Habitat, has revealed the finalists for the first stage of the second edition of the UIA 2030 Award. Celebrating architecture that contributes to the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and the New Urban Agenda, this biennial award honors built projects that demonstrate design quality and alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

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Westerpunt Observation / studio MOTO

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© Michiel Hendryckx architects: studio MOTO Location: De Panne, Belgium Project Year: 2024 Photographs: Michiel Hendryckx Photographs: Pink Appartment Photographs: studio MOTO Area: 200.

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Shigeru Ban on design, ethics, and constraints

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Q: Is there a design ethic? A: I just hate wasting material, time, and energy. When I started developing structures with humble, recycled, reusable material in the middle of the ’80s, no one—including myself—was considering any ecological and environmental problems. I just do not waste anything. The Eames Institute's Kazam! Magazine in conversation with Shigeru Ban.

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Rudolf Steiner University / Biselli Katchborian Arquitetos

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© Nelson Kon architects: Biselli Katchborian Arquitetos Location: Alto da Boa Vista, Brazil Project Year: 2024 Photographs: Nelson Kon Photographs: Guilherme Pucci Area: 3850.

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Sunset Hammock, Public Art Project, Tamarac, Florida by Glavovic Studio Inc.

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Sunset Hammock, a monumental environmental public-art project in Sunset Point Park, in Tamarac, Florida raises awareness about the critical role of the Everglades within the ecological balance of South Florida. The art project renders saturated moments in time as the day reveals itself, increasing its intensity in color, view, and connectivity to the largest subtropical wilderness in the United States.

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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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AL Villa / Arkana Architects

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Completed in 2024 in Mengwi, Indonesia. Images by Indra Wiras. AL Villa is a holiday villa designed with a tropical modern concept located in Pererenan, Bali. The client came with a preliminary sketch of a square.

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10 Sullivan Street & 20 - 50 Sullivan Street Townhouses by Montroy DeMarco Architecture LLP (MDA)

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Montroy DeMarco Architecture LLP served as Executive Architect for this luxury condominium located in Manhattan’s SoHo. Working with designer Tamarkin Co, the boutique residences feature 4 luxury townhouses along Spring Street and a 16-story, 24-unit luxury residential tower with exposures on three sides.

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Chris Williamson Elected as 2025 RIBA President

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Courtesy of Chris Williamson under "fair use" The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) has just announced that Chris Williamson has been elected as the next RIBA President. One of the highest positions in UK Architecture , RIBA is a professional body for architects established to promote excellence and provide support and resources to architects and architecture students.

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Corona 12: explore beyond limits with the newest version

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Effortlessly export scenes to Chaos Vantage and achieve stunning photorealism with the new Corona Pattern improvements, Curved Decals, Scatter Instance Brush in Corona for 3ds Max, and the revamped VFB.

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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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Big Fish House / Martin Gomez Arquitectos

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© Daniela Mac Adden architects: Martin Gomez Arquitectos Location: José Ignacio, Uruguay Project Year: 2021 Photographs: Daniela Mac Adden Area: 4844 ft2 Read more »

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gmp complete conversion and refurbishment of Hyparschale in Magdeburg, Germany

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The badly dilapidated concrete shell structure was comprehensively restored and converted from 2019 to 2024 to plans by gmp. The post gmp complete conversion and refurbishment of Hyparschale in Magdeburg, Germany appeared first on Åvontuura.

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The Intersection of Infrastructure and Community: In Conversation with Holcim Award Winner Juan Carlos Cano

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Located in Mexico City , the municipality of Iztapalapa has some of the most densely populated areas within the metropole. Serving a population of 1,800,000 people, many of them with lower incomes, the municipality struggles to provide sufficient public spaces and amenities. In an effort to correct this, the administration set out to take underutilized and abandoned plots of land and transform them for public use.

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Enjoy perfect views with Chaos Vantage 2, update 5

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Our real-time ray-traced platform now supports VR headsets, and we’ve added new features including animated vegetation, rounded edges, partial opacity, and more.

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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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Luanda Waterpoints / Paulo Moreira Architectures

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Completed in 2021 in Luanda, Angola. Images by Ivo Tavares Studio. The Luanda Waterpoints project improved and adapted three water access points on the outskirts of the city. The project aims to show how small-scale.

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Bringing architecture to life with Ewelina Lekka

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This self-taught 3D artist blends nature and architecture in stunning visualizations. She shares tips on Corona, lighting techniques, and her work-life balance.

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Phuffle Restaurant and Café / Too.architects

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© Jatupoom Srimuang architects: Too.architects Location: Tambon Prachathipat, Thailand Project Year: 2024 Photographs: Jatupoom Srimuang Area: 477.

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Stone cellar in Estonian forest forms base for wooden Põro House

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Architects Hanna Karits and Mari Hunt used locally sourced wood to create this house in Estonia , which sits on top of a disused cellar in a forest. Named Põro House, the home is designed to have minimal impact on its remote plot, which is surrounded by lakes and trees in Võru County. It occupies a structure built almost entirely from wood, positioned on top of the existing basement walls and stilts that respond to the sloping site.

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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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Acerbis House / BURATTI ARCHITETTI

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Completed in 2023 in Albino, Italy. Images by Marcello Mariana. “Typological hybridization” is the central theme characterizing this project. On one hand, the design completes the historical building facade of the.

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a timber screen facade shelters this house in aoyama, tokyo by keiji ashizawa

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tokyo's affluent neighborhood of aoyama has seen the completion of a new family house designed by keiji ashizawa design. The post a timber screen facade shelters this house in aoyama, tokyo by keiji ashizawa appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Overcoming Barriers: 4 Residential Projects with Accessibility Strategies in Latin America

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Maria & José House / Sergio Sampaio Archi + Tectônica. © Leonardo Finotti According to the United Nations (UN), over 1 billion people worldwide live with disabilities , whether physical or intellectual, with 80% residing in Global South countries. Despite advancements in their rights , they still encounter significant barriers and remain among the most marginalized in accessing essential services like healthcare, education, and employment.

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crayons made from recycled japanese trees and wood uncover different hues found in forests

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the pigments of the crayons are extracted from different tree species such as cedar, cypress, and magnolia, to name a few. The post crayons made from recycled japanese trees and wood uncover different hues found in forests appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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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!