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© Aleatek Studio Aleatek Studio ’s concept of “Floating Forest” has been announced as the winner of the competition for the design of the Serbia Pavilion at Expo Osaka 2025. The pavilion, will be located at the West Entrance and Earth Plaza, aims to interpret Serbian culture and the country’s natural landscape through architectural expression. The design strategy also aligns with the theme “Play for humanity” of the upcoming Specialised Expo 2027 to be held in Belgrade.

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Norway ’s new Kunstsilo Museum has opened to the public in the southern port city of Kristiansand. The new home for the private collection of Nicolai Tangen is the product of a six-year transformation authored by Spanish studios Mestres Wåge Arquitectes, Mendoza Partida, and BAX in a former grain silo (hence the name) and integrates the Southern Norway Art Museum’s holdings seamlessly into one space that covers three floors and yields a total of 3,300 square meters (35,520 squa

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© Prueksakun Kornudom, Ketsiree Wongwan architects: WOS Architects Location: , Thailand Project Year: 2022 Photographs: Prueksakun Kornudom, Ketsiree Wongwan Area: 160.

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MAY 15, 2024

New London Architecture has named the overall winner of the 2024 Don’t Move, Improve! competition in the culmination of the annual contest’s 15th edition. Emil Eve Architects’ Aden Grove renovation in Hackney was elevated above 15 others on the previously announced shortlist to win ‘Home of The Year’ honors. Its materials palette and overall resourcefulness were among the project superlatives championed by jury members, which this year included Ellie Stathaki, Ed Ja

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© Vassilis Makris architects: DeMachinas architects: Elina Loukou Location: Athens, Greece Project Year: 2023 Photographs: Vassilis Makris Area: 165.

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House to Watch the Sunset, concrete. Image Courtesy of Alma Zevi Alma Zevi has developed a book offering an intimate and definitive account following the career of Swiss sculptor, painter, and architect Not Vital. This comprehensive book delves into Vital’s pomading life, seeking and building homes in various cities, from Paris , New York , Beijing, and Rio de Janeiro.

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MAY 15, 2024

The UK’s Loughborough University has accepted Thomas Heatherwick 's challenge to ‘humanize’ and create ‘joyful’ architecture with a new academic offering: A master's degree aiming to give students the opportunity to take part in a burgeoning movement created to solve a global “urban crisis” over the next decade.

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MAY 15, 2024

Mud Frontiers. Image Courtesy of Rael San Fratello Understanding a discipline from multiple perspectives and intersections is essential for acquiring a deep understanding of it. In architecture, the diversity of approaches to its study enriches our perception by allowing us to appreciate its complexity from different angles. For students and professionals alike, exploring aspects such as history, sources of materials and products , construction processes, implementation of new technologies, and

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MAY 15, 2024

The Sou Fujimoto -designed wooden Grand Ring roof for the upcoming Expo 2025 in Osaka, Japan, is coming together just under a year before the fair officially opens to the public on April 13th, 2025. As detailed in an earlier construction update , the structure will be realized at 1,969 feet (600 meters) in diameter and serve as the main circulatory route for visitors to access the exhibition’s 161 total participating countries and locations.

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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.

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MAY 15, 2024

Bamboo Temple Hotel/ Arquitectura Mixta. Image © Pacha Mother / Adrian Hernandez In the quest to promote a more sustainable construction where the use of natural materials contributes to the transmission of local traditions and cultures , an increasing number of architecture projects are exploring different resources and techniques to address environmental, economic, or social concerns.

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MAY 15, 2024

Following our previous look at an opening for an Exhibition Designer at the Philadelphia Museum of Art , we are using this week’s edition of our Job Highlights series to explore an open role on Archinect Jobs for a Project Manager at Frida Escobedo Studio. The role, based in New York City calls for a French-speaking senior architect with 9+ years of experience working on complex projects.

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MAY 15, 2024

© Ranjan Sharma / Lightzone India architects: DADA Partners Location: New Delhi, India Project Year: 2023 Photographs: Ranjan Sharma / Lightzone India Area: 15000.

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MAY 15, 2024

This project is located in the Urban Sports Park and along the canal in the Eastern Development Zone of Yancheng City, Jiangsu Province. Surrounded by government offices, residential areas, reception hotels, and other facilities, it represents a typical new urban development zone in China. The site itself exhibits typical characteristics of Chinese urban development zones, lacking regional features and highlighting the roughness of rapid urbanization.

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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.

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© Selva Studio Photography architects: Studio Saxe Location: Santa Teresa, Costa Rica Project Year: 2022 Photographs: Selva Studio Photography Area: 1025.

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MAY 15, 2024

Summer 2021 saw Phillips International Auction House open its new headquarters designed by studioMDA, at 432 Park Avenue in New York. The new auction house will occupy the existing white-glass structure known as the “Park Avenue Cube” studioMDA creates a new and unique auction house by designing the new Phillips headquarters to allow a direct visual connection from the street to the auction experience, promoting architectural transparency and public engagement, thus shedding the clas

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MAY 15, 2024

© Studio BAUHAUS architects: HIBINOSEKKEI architects: Youji no Shiro Location: Kanoya, Japan Project Year: 2019 Photographs: Studio BAUHAUS Area: 2081.

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The Center for Advanced Mobility is a groundbreaking symbiosis between nature and technology, functionality and dynamic form, as it combines high performance laboratories within the urban environment. Designed by studioMDA for the University of Applied Sciences – The Center for Advanced Mobility considers the academic environment thoughtfully and provides a space that encourages interdisciplinary collaboration.

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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?

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MAY 15, 2024

© Marco Zanta architects: ZAA Zanon Architetti Associati Location: 31056 Roncade, Treviso, Italy Project Year: 2020 Photographs: Marco Zanta Area: 1058.

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An interactive video installation connecting Dublin and New York City that was set to form part of NYCxDesign programming was temporarily shut down for poor behaviour from both cities. Founded by Lithuanian artist Benediktas Gylys , The Portal installation is an ongoing initiative in which two circular screens are installed in partner cities and cast a 24/7 live feed of its inhabitants to the other, as a "bridge to cultures from around the world".

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MAY 15, 2024

Completed in 2020 in Taichung, Taiwan. Images by Tze-Chun Wei. Tung Yuen Kindergarten is a 2-story concrete building located in an industrial neighbourhood at the outskirt of Taichung city. With total floor area.

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MAY 15, 2024

Engineered stone is often hailed as a wonder material. It’s cheap, durable, recyclable, and attractive. But it’s also killing people, according to medical researchers and public health officials around the The post Once considered a safe material, silicosis is the subject of new regulations and changing sentiments about its effects on our health appeared first on The Architect’s Newspaper.

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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

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© Peter Clarke architects: Jackson Clements Burrows Architects Location: Clifton Hill, Australia Project Year: 2023 Photographs: Peter Clarke Area: 2525.

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A 36-metre-tall concrete silo has been converted into a dramatic hotel lobby at Bacalan Block – the transformation of a former factory site in Bordeaux into a mixed-use development by Colboc Sachet Architects. Overlooking the River Garonne near the city's centre, the new scheme was completed in 2021 and provides two hotels , a combined hostel and student accommodation and an art gallery.

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MAY 15, 2024

© André Scarpa architects: Telles Arquitetura Location: Campinas - Estado de São Paulo, Brazil Project Year: 2021 Photographs: André Scarpa Read more »

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British designer Thomas Heatherwick 's Humanise campaign is developing a master's degree at Loughborough University, which aims to challenge conventional architecture education. Set to start in autumn 2025, the degree is hoped to foster a generation of architects who will "inspire joyful architecture", in line with the goals of the movement. Heatherwick's Humanise campaign was launched in October 2023 as a call for an end to "soulless and boring buildings".

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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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