December, 2023

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Best Houses of 2023

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© Rory Gardiner As part of our 2023: Year in Review retrospective, on ArchDaily we review and reflect over this years’ publications. Residential architecture continues to be one of the most visited categories when it comes to built architecture, sparking interest from our users all around the world.

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Archiproducts Design Awards: 2023 Designer of the Year and Sustainability Award winners

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The winners of the 2023 Archiproducts Design Awards are out now, with a new ‘Sustainability Award’ and superlative recognition added to honor the singular ‘Designer of the Year’ included in the program’s now eighth overall edition. The list of over 100 winners included designs from architects Mario Botta , Snøhetta , Foster + Partners , BIG , Stefano Boeri , UNStudio , Yabu Pushelberg , and other top-name firms.

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Bright yellow balconies enliven Melbourne apartment block by Austin Maynard Architects

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A "mountainous" zigzag roofline and bright yellow balconies define the ParkLife apartment block in the Brunswick neighbourhood of Melbourne , designed by local studio Austin Maynard Architects. The block is located within Nightingale Village, a collection of six apartment buildings by different architects for housing not-for-profit Nightingale Housing that all demonstrate its development model, aiming to create housing which is "environmentally, socially and financially sustainable".

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IGArchitects explores interconnectedness and privacy within concrete house in japan

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the structure by IGArchitects is designed to accommodate the evolving lifestyle of a three-member family and their connected store. The post IGArchitects explores interconnectedness and privacy within concrete house in japan appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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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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Estudio Tecalli uses red clay brick, concrete and glass to form MoMa House in Mexico

World Architecture Community

Mexican architecture practice Estudio Tecalli has built a family house combining three major materials: red clay brick, concrete and glass in San Pedro Cholula, Puebla, Mexico.Named MoMa House, the three-storey house emerges as a modest play of solid and void relationship. Locate.

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PB House / D Compose Architect

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© Rungkit Charoenwat architects: D Compose Architect Location: Chiang Rai, Mueang Chiang Rai District, Chiang Rai Province, Thailand Project Year: 2023 Photographs: Rungkit Charoenwat Area: 695.

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Huizhen High School brings a fresh take on school design as the 2023 World Building of the Year

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Concluding the 2023 World Architecture Festival in Singapore is the announcement of the prestigious World Building of the Year award , which went to Huizhen High School by Approach Design Studio and Zhejiang University of Technology Engineering Design Group. Designed as an "efficiency-first" campus in the Jianbei District of Huizhen, this boarding school was created to mimic a "floating forest.

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Curved panels of green timber clad office in Norway by Oslotre

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Scalloped sections of green-painted timber clad the facade of Lumber 4, a mixed-use building in Norway designed by local consulting agency Oslotre to demonstrate the capabilities of timber construction. Located in an industrial area on the outskirts of the city of Kristiansand, Lumber 4 comprises a ground floor with commercial spaces and five floors of office space above.

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A 1,750-foot supertall designed by AO may be coming to Oklahoma City, marking the country’s second tallest building

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Developer Scot Matteson has revealed plans to build a whopping 1,750-foot supertall smack dab in the middle of Oklahoma City. If built, Matteson’s ambitious Oklahoma City tower would be second The post A 1,750-foot supertall designed by AO may be coming to Oklahoma City, marking the country’s second tallest building appeared first on The Architect’s Newspaper.

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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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Huizhen High School in China wins World Building Of The Year Award For 2023

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Huizhen High School designed by Approach Design Studio/Zhejiang University of Technology Engineering Design Group in China has been named as the World Building of the Year at the ”' World Architecture Festival (WAF).On December a, the ultimate accolades of World Buildin.

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“Emerging Ecologies” at MoMA Celebrates the Utopian Side of Environmental Design

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Architizer's 12th Annual A+Awards are officially underway! Sign up for key program updates and prepare your submission ahead of the Main Entry Deadline on December 15th. In 2023, terms like environmentalism and sustainability have a decidedly bleak emotional valence. Although the worst consequences of climate change are expected to arrive in future decades, the looming specter of this slow leviathan is having an emotional impact on people today.

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Red Box Exhibition Center / Mix Architecture

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© Arch-Exist architects: Mix Architecture Location: Nanjing, Jiangsu, China Project Year: 2023 Photographs: Arch-Exist Photographs: Haiting Sun Photographs: Xiaobin Lv Area: 700.

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Zaha Hadid Architects completes Prague high-rise development with cascading terraces

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Zaha Hadid Architects has designed a high-rise building in the Czech Republic adjacent to one of Prague’s major railway stations. Named Masaryčka, the scheme has been envisioned as “a welcoming gateway to the city for suburban and domestic rail passengers as well as those using the express rail link that is currently under construction to Prague’s international airport.

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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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Oslotre designs timber office in Norway as a demountable "materials bank"

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Norwegian consulting agency Oslotre has completed HasleTre, an office building with a timber structure that was designed to be easily disassembled and reused in the future. Located close to Oslo's city centre and currently occupied by charity Save the Children, the five-storey structure provides 3,000-square-metres of office space that is "rooted in environmental consciousness, adaptability and innovation," the studio said.

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Google gives first look at its plans for Chicago’s James R. Thompson Center

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Alas, Google has unveiled images of its plans for Chicago’s beloved Thompson Center—a Helmut Jahn–designed public building in the Loop purchased for $105 million in 2022. The building had $300 The post Google gives first look at its plans for Chicago’s James R. Thompson Center appeared first on The Architect’s Newspaper.

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Landscape Of The Year 2023 Award goes to Benjakitti Forest Park at WAF 2023

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Landscape of the Year went to the project, titled Benjakitti Forest Park: Transforming a Brownfield into an Urban Ecological Sanctuary, designed by TURENSCAPE and Arsomsilp Community and Environmental Architect in Thailand.World Architecture Festival took place at Marina Bay Sand.

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Sustainable Practice: The Miller Hull Partnership’s “Regenerative Porch”

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Architects: Want to have your project featured? Showcase your work through Architizer and sign up for our inspirational newsletters. Front porch living is a staple activity in many parts of the world; this culture of chatting with passersby, catching a fresh breeze and watching over the neighborhood was long viewed as a cultural mainstay of the southern United States.

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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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Netherlands American Cemetery Visitor Center / KAAN Architecten

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© Simon Menges architects: KAAN Architecten Location: Amerikaanse Begraafplaats 1, 6269 NA Margraten, The Netherlands Project Year: 2023 Photographs: Simon Menges Area: 600.

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Omer Arbel balances nature and form in this award-winning Canadian Pacific Northwest house

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Vancouver-based Omer Arbel Office (OAO) has completed work on their award-winning project 75.9 , a new construction of a private home located adjacent to a hayfield in rural British Columbia. The design scheme won in the 'Future Project House' category at the 2019 World Architecture Festival. Image courtesy Omer Arbel Office (OAO) Image courtesy Omer Arbel Office (OAO) The complex was completed this year at an undisclosed cost and features a monumental column resembling a lily pad, produced via

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Mario Cucinella Architects reveals semicircular hospital rising out of the ground in Cremona

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Italian studio Mario Cucinella Architects has unveiled its design for a hospital and health park in Cremona, Italy , which appears to rise out of the ground in concentric rings. The hospital will have a radial semicircular layout that rises to seven storeys and staggers to create roof terraces. A semicircular colonnade will stand opposite the hospital to enclose a circular public park with a lake at the centre.

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ODA’s restoration of Detroit’s Book Tower reveals a storied past

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The storied history of Detroit’s Book Tower and Book Building begins with their architect, Louis Kamper. Dubbed a “cake decorator” by local press, he collaborated with the zealous Book brothers The post ODA’s restoration of Detroit’s Book Tower reveals a storied past appeared first on The Architect’s Newspaper.

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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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World Architecture Festival announces Day 2 winners for 2023

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The second round of award winners of the ”' World Architecture Festival have been announced, following Day Two of live presentations at Marina Bay Sands in Singapore, in which hundreds of shortlisted projects were presented by practices from around the world. Amongst to.

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stackable like LEGO, ReHome is a modular building solution tackling the global housing crisis

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composed of 27 sqm modular units, the blocks can be stacked to complete a full residential volume up to six stories in significantly less time and cost than standard methods. The post stackable like LEGO, ReHome is a modular building solution tackling the global housing crisis appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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The Best Architectural Drawings of 2023

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© ArchDaily As another year draws to a close, ArchDaily's team of curators is pleased to present a selection of the best architectural drawings published throughout 2023, without which the projects' appreciation would certainly not be the same. Architectural representation plays a fundamental role both in the design process - from the very first sketches to the finest construction details - and in its presentation to a wider audience.

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Zaha Hadid Architects inaugurates Zhuhai Jinwan Civic Art Centre in southern China

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Zaha Hadid Architects has shared photos of its newly inaugurated Zhuhai Jinwan Civic Art Centre in southern China. The project integrates three separate facilities for art, scientific education, and culture into one coherent design with a 1,200-seat grand theater, 500-seat Black Box theater, science center, and art museum arranged symmetrically on a central axis.

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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.