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MVRDV and other Dutch studios look into the future with the speculative 'WHAT-IF: Nederland 2100' study on urbanism and adaptability

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The consequences that climate change presents to the future natural and built environment of the Netherlands have led to a new study on urbanism titled ' WHAT-IF: Nederland 2100 ,' produced by a trio of Dutch studios that includes MVRDV , IMOSS, and Feddes/Olthof. The research is aimed at adaptability and features a series of feasible plans to greet such challenges while showing how the country can "live with nature, provide housing and quality of life, protect its cultural heritage, and adapt i

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Paakat Residence / Rooydaad Architects

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Completed in 2021 in Isfahan, Iran. Images by Arash Ashornia. Not long ago, there were gated dead-ends (Sibe), surrounded by houses that accommodated relatives around a courtyard. This Sibe (semi-public urban.

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Instagrammer creates architectural AI designs inspired by food

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Fatih Ekşi , the popular Istanbul-based architectural designer, has shared some thoughts on the creative process behind his work, which has garnered over a million combined followers on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube. His followers were recently treated to some playful, food-inspired architectural creations made using AI tools by his visualization studio Blick 3D.

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Lodge at Marconi Hotel / Home Studios

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Completed in 2023 in Marconi, United States. Images by Brian Ferry. Lodge& at& Marconi is a historic coastal retreat in Northern California’s dynamic Tomales Bay region that has been fully reimagined by.

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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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ARAKAWA Bldg. by NIKKEN SEKKEI LTD

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New prospects of an office building in downtown Tokyo that is loosely woven into the city | This is a project to rebuild the owner’s office and residence as well as office space for rent on a street corner of Nishi-Shimbashi, Minato-ku, Tokyo’s historic business district. Many of the mid-story rental buildings, which occupy the majority of Tokyo’s commercial and business districts, are now facing rebuilding time.

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Festival des Architectures Vives installations explore the relationship between architecture and movement

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This year's Festival des Architectures Vives has presented the latest prize winners. Of the over 80 applications received, 11 teams representing 26 designers were chosen to erect architectural installations across Montpellier, southern France, during the event's six-day run in mid-June. For its 18th edition, the festival challenged architects to address the design theme "Rhythm.

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Sami Primary and Secondary School / Ola Roald Arkitektur/Holar

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© Rasmus Hjortshøj architects: Ola Roald Arkitektur/Holar Location: Kautokeino, Norway Project Year: 2023 Photographs: Rasmus Hjortshøj Area: 6000.

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Five Big Factors Behind the Architecture Industry’s Economic Slowdown

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Earlier this week, we released Part One of our findings from the Archinect Business Survey, which invited you to share how you were feeling about the economic outlook of your firm and sector. Our analysis found that across the United States, architects have seen business conditions decline in the past year and are downbeat about their firm’s business health, the health of the architecture industry at large, and the wider U.S. economy.

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Growing Shade Community Space / Alsar Atelier + Northern University School of Architecture

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© Randy Crandon architects: Alsar Atelier architects: Northern University School of Architecture Location: Cambridge, United States Project Year: 2024 Photographs: Randy Crandon Photographs: Rolando Girodengo Photographs: Photographs: Django Keyes Area: 75.

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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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New architecture and design competitions: Berlin Castle appropriation, Architectural Education Awards, Living Places - Simon Architecture Prize, and L A M P International Lighting Design Competition

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If you're in search of new, exciting architecture and design competitions, take a look at the latest curated picks of challenges listed on Bustler. Highlighted below are four calls seeking artistic proposals for Berlin's Humboldt Forum façade that challenge its controversial history, exceptional architectural projects presented through audiovisual narratives, the best student and professional lighting designs, and influential architectural educators.

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Lausanne Apartment / Mana arquitetura + Cru Estudio de Criação

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© Carolina Lacaz architects: Cru Estudio de Criação architects: Mana arquitetura Location: Higienopolis, Brazil Project Year: 2022 Photograph: Carolina Lacaz Area: 178.

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Hangzhou Deep Blue by GLA Design

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01 CREATE "X" The project site is relatively square, with a quiet river in the west side and office buildings of different types and heights on three sides. As a secondary commissioned design, the overall land use is relatively tight, and the building density is not allowed to break through the original scheme. While fully considering the design vision of balancing the spatial and psychological needs of incubator office buildings, the method of combining independent office space with shared open

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Headed to the 2024 Olympics: 20 Innovative and Iconic Architectural Projects to Explore in Paris.

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Courtesy of Paris Media Center In 1900, Paris hosted its first Olympic games. It had been the second city to host them after the first Olympics in Athens. It was also the year of the Exposition Universelle, where the city would again showcase how it remade itself anew in less than 30 years. To this day, Paris remains a hub for all sorts of architectural innovation and development through bold designs that affect how people live and new materials and techniques.

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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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the Uxbridge Bower by Bureau de Change

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Nestled into the far end of a 30m long suburban garden in Uxbridge, west London, with its highly stylised form and lively materials palette, Uxbridge Bower is a granny annexe like no other. Designed by Bureau de Change to provide fully accessible discrete living quarters for the client’s mother and grandmother when she visits from native Greece, the new annexe offers both privacy and connection, enabling intergenerational living when the three generations come together in London.

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House in Front of the Park / atelier industrial

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© Javier Agustin Rojas architects: Leonardo Valdivieso architects: atelier industrial Location: San Rafael, Argentina Project Year: 2022 Photographs: Javier Agustin Rojas Area: 600.

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Residence BNV by ALEXANDRE BERNIER ARCHITECTE

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Softness and lightness The BNV residential project explores how soft form can enrich meaning and formal unity, offering a soothing and calm atmosphere amidst the tumult of daily urban life, punctuated by obstacles and disruptions. The building, initially simple and ordinary with its L-shaped form and typical materials of the Montreal, is renovated to harmoniously integrate into the existing urban fabric.

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Pole Mokotowskie Park Modernization / WXCA

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© WXCA-A.Borun, T.Wieteska architects: WXCA Location: Warszawa, Poland Project Year: 2023 Photographs: WXCA-A.Borun, T.Wieteska Area: 66500.

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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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Lake|Flato complete two new structures for Kickapoo Ranch; the studio’s communal gathering place for over 35 years

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For the past 35+ years the Kickapoo ranch has been a communal gathering place for our family of architects and designers. The post Lake|Flato complete two new structures for Kickapoo Ranch; the studio’s communal gathering place for over 35 years appeared first on Åvontuura.

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MVRDV creates glittering Tiffany & Co store featuring a diamond-studded facade in Shanghai

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MVRDV has created a glittering store for Tiffany & Co, featuring a diamond-studded facade in Shanghai, China. Named Tiffany Façade Shanghai Taikoo-Li, the öÖÖ-square-metre retail store is located in the Taikoo-Li Qiantan retail development in Shanghai.The store.

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Casa Yuma hotel built with "vegetal concrete" and pink bricks

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Architecture studio TAAC and interior designer Sara Skalli have created a seaside hotel in Mexico that uses traditional materials including chukum – a finish made from tree resin and limestone. Named Casa Yuma , the 25-room boutique hotel is located on Playa Los Naranjos, a short drive from Puerto Escondido on the Pacific coast of Mexico. Casa Yuma sits between a palm grove and the beach Skalli , who co-owns the hotel with friends Camille Lambert and Tim de Belloy, felt it was important for the

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studio cochi architects extends a tomigusuku home with a modern studio space

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the extension is studio cochi's interpretation of the traditional okinawan 'hinpun,' a screen between the home and the street. The post studio cochi architects extends a tomigusuku home with a modern studio space appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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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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Cosmic reveals updated "high-quality" model of all-electric micro home

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US company Cosmic has unveiled an accessory dwelling unit that it claims is the first to come with integrated systems for generating and storing solar power and recycling water. Called Cosmic ONE, the building is an upgraded version of a model unveiled in 2002 by the San Francisco -based company. The small building is designed for a variety of applications.

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bringing back the heydays of mixtapes with fiio’s analog rechargeable cassette player

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the cassette player is forged in aluminum chassis, and its buttons have undergone hard oxidation, which make them resistant to corrosion. The post bringing back the heydays of mixtapes with fiio’s analog rechargeable cassette player appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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"Simple and clear" service centre draws on roadside buildings in Norway

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Local studios Jørgen Tandberg Architecture and Vatn Architecture looked towards the simplicity of utilitarian roadside buildings when designing Brunstranda Service Building in Norway. Located in Lofoten, an archipelago in the north of Norway, the concrete service centre provides rest spaces and bathroom facilities for cyclists and surfers visiting the area.

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london’s design museum celebrates 65 years of barbie with vibrant pink exhibition

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held in partnership with mattel, the vibrant pink showcase features over 180 remarkable dolls, from the first barbie to 'move' to the first barbie to 'talk'. The post london’s design museum celebrates 65 years of barbie with vibrant pink exhibition appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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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.