Archinect

AUGUST 10, 2024

The U.S. Department of Energy ’s Oak Ridge National Laboratory and the University of Maine are leading interesting new engineering research into floor cassettes made using recyclable natural materials that are strong enough to be used in multi-story buildings. Thanks to experiments at UMaine's cutting-edge Advanced Structures and Composites Center (which previously contributed to our coverage of bio-based 3D printed homes ), engineers were able to produce a capable model made from polylact

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designboom

AUGUST 10, 2024

the design by UO integrates traditional crafts into elongated metal frames, which are then layered and stacked to form the structure. The post shizuoka craftsmanship shines through UO’s monument at historic japanese hotel appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Deezen

AUGUST 10, 2024

Vertical fins of live-edge wood, which was sourced from fallen street trees, divide spaces at this Japanese restaurant in Los Angeles by local studio ORA. Uchi West Hollywood is the first West Coast location for chef Tyson Cole's Austin-based chain, operated by Hai Hospitality Group. Fallen street trees sourced from across LA form spatial dividers through the restaurant Situated on a prominent corner along Santa Monica Boulevard, the 5,200-square-foot (483-square-metre) restaurant seats 160 cove

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designboom

AUGUST 10, 2024

levitae house appears floating, interacting with the natural sloping terrain. The post levitae house’s large fragmented volumes cantilever above mexican mountain appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Deezen

AUGUST 10, 2024

Interior studio Atelier Tao+C has completed a light-filled bookshop with a timber roof at a ski report in northern China for local retailer Naïve. Located in the ski resort of Aranya Chongli in northern China , the bookshop was built within an existing concrete frame. A circular opening on the pitched roof allows natural light in A grid of steel and timber frameworks were inserted in between the concrete columns of the original building, while the partition walls of the 420-square-metre space we

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Deezen

AUGUST 10, 2024

Dezeen School Shows: an arts centre featuring a curved facade system is included in Dezeen's latest school show by students at the University of Southern California. Also included is an exhibition space located next to Joshua Tree and a redevelopment project in Little Tokyo, Los Angeles. University of Southern California Institution: University of Southern California School: School of Architecture Course: Graduate Architecture Studios School statement: "USC Graduate Architecture leverages the ex

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Archeyes

AUGUST 10, 2024

The Bach 4 apartment building, completed in 1965 by Ricardo Bofill Taller de Arquitectura, exemplifies a delicate balance between tradition and modernity, making it a seminal work in the firm’s. The post Bach 4 Apartment Building by Ricardo Bofill Taller de Arquitectura appeared first on ArchEyes.

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English Buildings

AUGUST 10, 2024

Wells, wells I’ve peeped through the entrance archway to the bishop’s palace at Wells more than once, but never visited the palace itself or its garden. The other day, it seemed high time I had a closer look, and I was confident that there would be architectural as well as horticultural interest within. Not least fascinating to me were such things as the back view of the palace and the defensive walls.

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Building and Interiors

AUGUST 10, 2024

Acrylic sheets, also known as acrylic glasses or plexi glasses are versatile and durable plastic materials. If you are looking for an affordable alternative to glass, these sheets are your best bet. The transparent material exhibits strength, firmness, and optical clarity. As a result, it remains an ideal choice for a glass substitute. These acrylic … Top 15 acrylic sheet manufacturers in India Read More » The post Top 15 acrylic sheet manufacturers in India appeared first on Building

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Brandon Donnelly

AUGUST 10, 2024

Our growing desire — and ability — to live, work, and/or play in other places is, in my opinion, a powerful macro trend. We spoke about that here , here , and here. And one of the things that has obviously empowered this trend is the growth of short-term rentals. But right now, the winds are not in favor of this model. In September 2023, nearly a year ago, New York City enacted one of the strictest short-term rental laws to date, requiring hosts to be physically present while a dwell

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Archinect

AUGUST 10, 2024

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

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Deezen

AUGUST 10, 2024

Large windows create the feeling of sitting in a tree canopy at La Cime, a timber-clad holiday cabin that Canadian studio Naturehumaine has created in woodland in Lanaudière, Québec. La Cime, or The Top, is described by Naturehumaine as a one-bedroom "micro chalet", with its sloping roof and wooden-plank cladding taking cues from traditional wooden huts.

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