September, 2020

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Adjaye Associates will design The Africa Institute in Sharjah, United Arab Emirates

BD+C

Adjaye Associates will design a new campus in downtown Sharjah for The Africa Institute. The Institute is the first center of its kind fully dedicated to the advanced study, research, and documentation of Africa and the African diaspora in the Arab world. The development of The Africa Institute is spearheaded by Cornell University Professor Salah M.

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058: Talking Shop with Building Science Fight Club

Life of an Architect

Understanding the physical behavior of the building as a system and how it impacts the energy efficiency, durability, comfort, and indoor air quality is pivotal in the creation of high-performance buildings. This means we are talking Building Science Fight Club with Christine Williamson. The post 058: Talking Shop with Building Science Fight Club first appeared on Life of an Architect.

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Does your architecture firm website suck? Here are five steps to fix it.

Archmark

Five Steps to Fix Your Architecture Firm Website In 2019, Archmark Architecture Branding & Marketing, revealed the results of our study of more than 400 architecture firm websites (we’re currently at over 500 today). What we learned from that research was that only 25% of architecture firm websites met Google’s most basic criteria for an effective web presence.

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No Restaurants?….No Problem

Dennis Kowal Architects

No Restaurants? No Problem. Dennis Kowal Architects added this “Bistro” wing addition to an 1845 Victorian private residence. Designed for intimate dining and conversation, this home “restaurant” intentionally sits four couples at two tables with panoramic views to terraces and a rolling landscape. Cast iron column bases, structural iron cord ties and a cast metal fire place are reminiscent of craftsmanship and days long gone while adding stability and comfort to this relaxing environment.

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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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Zoom to Kips Bay Dallas

DC By Design

I ADORE taking the train to New York in years that I’m able to visit the annual Kips Bay decorator show house. Sometimes I go with a friend, or sometimes alone — it’s like escaping into a fantasy land. This spring, of course, was different. No one went anywhere. But now that Kips Bay is expanding into different regions, the inaugural showhouse in Dallas has just opened on Friday, and we can go !

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Prefab: Construction’s secret weapon against COVID-19

BD+C

The COVID-19 pandemic is fundamentally shifting the way people around the world live and work. While essential services such as construction have continued to operate, how we build has evolved. For many owners, prefabrication is playing an increasingly important role during the pandemic by enhancing safety and providing cost and schedule certainty. .

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Architecture: Form, Function, and Object

Life of an Architect

“Form follows Function.” A phrase coined by the late Louis Sullivan in 1896 in his article titled The Tall Office Building Artistically Considered. In reality, the phrase was “Form ever follows function”, and was based on Roman ideas of Vitruvius of architecture being solid, useful, and beautiful. There have been several other writings that followed in history on this subject based on this idea as well.

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The Architects Success Forum | September 21-25

Archmark

Archmark’s Bryon McCartney has teamed up with Nikita Morell , a copywriter and marketing strategist for architects, to co-host the first-ever Architects Success Forum from September 21-25, 2020. This is not just another CEU seminar on implementing the 2012 IECC for Commercial Construction. It’s the first-ever marketing event created especially for Architecture, Engineering and Construction professionals, like you, who want to increase their visibility, build their influence, and attract better c

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The Best Websites for Architect Jobs – Architecture Industry Job Search Websites

Architecture Quote

This article provides useful information together with helpful websites for all architect jobs websites all over the world! According to architects, the number one way they find jobs is through word of mouth. In this context, “ word of mouth ” means hearing about jobs by speaking to people you know in the industry to advertise that you’re looking for work.

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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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''The Rack of the Future'' proposes a radical future perspective for Rome's Piazza del Quirinale

Architects for Urbanity

''The Rack of the Future'' is our contribution to The Untouchables exhibition that is part of the Change. Architecture Cities Life festival in Rome, and suggests a radical future perspective for intervention in the city's Piazza del Quirinale, more information HERE As a historic city, Rome enjoys an incredible body of well-preserved monuments, buildings and plazas that once taught innovation and responded radically to the political and architectural preoccupations of their era, with many of them

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Lesson 7, How to layout a frame with Lines

Jane Griswold Radocchia

Lesson 1 is here: [link] What's a Line? A Line is a basic tool for layout and design. Serlio, in 1520, used twine with a plumb bob as his Line. On the frontispiece of his book, On Architecture , he drew his Line entangled in the metal scrolling. The end for tying is frayed. Even through we now write 'line' without the capital L, we still use lines to keep our construction 'true' - straight, square, and plumb.

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Google proposes 40-acre redevelopment that includes nearly 2,000 housing units

BD+C

As part of its commitment over the next decade to develop master-planned communities on land it owns around California’s Silicon Valley, Google recently unveiled its proposal to build between 1,675 and 1,850 new housing units within a 40-acre redevelopment to create a new transit-oriented village in the East Whisman area of Mountain View, Google’s headquarters city.

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059 Architectural Visualization with Alex Hogrefe

Life of an Architect

Do you have architectural visualization skills? Maybe you’re asking yourself “what does even mean?” Well, you are in luck because today on the Life of an Architect Podcast we are dedicated to discussing all things related to architectural visualization and graphics and we have the perfect guest, Alex Hogrefe. The post 059 Architectural Visualization with Alex Hogrefe first appeared on Life of an Architect.

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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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Questions to Ask a Contractor When Building a Home

Urban Design Associates

Building a home is a huge undertaking, but something that is entirely worth it the moment you walk through your front door for the first time. Unfortunately, your dream home can’t be magically pulled from your imagination fully built; designing and building a home is a long process and it takes patience, creativity, and professionals to get it done right.

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This Kitchen gets used

Dennis Kowal Architects

This Victorian Farmhouse Kitchen really works. Everything has a place and the views to the Kitchen from the Dining Room only reveal the presentable cabinet displays and not the dirty dishes or stove pans. A Pasta Sink provides a fifth cooking location with direct drain of the boiling hot water. Organized drawer slides have set places for knives and utensils to reduce the clutter and digging to find something in a drawer.

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Guest Post: Brandi Wilkins

DC By Design

Lots of good things came from the process of compiling a list of the area’s talented Black designers last month — mainly, the ability to meet new people and see some seriously great work. One of my new acquaintances is Brandi Wilkins of Three Luxe Nine Interiors in Frederick, Maryland. We got to talking about the beautiful images on her site, and she agreed to do this guest post on a dazzling niche in a client’s dining room in Laytonsville, proving that a single strong vignette

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The Architects Success Forum | September 21-25

Archmark

Archmark’s Bryon McCartney has teamed up with Nikita Morell , a copywriter and marketing strategist for architects, to co-host the first-ever Architects Success Forum from September 21-25, 2020. This is not just another CEU seminar on implementing the 2012 IECC for Commercial Construction. It’s the first-ever marketing event created especially for Architecture, Engineering and Construction professionals, like you, who want to increase their visibility, build their influence, and attract better c

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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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The office building of the future should be an essential part of its community

BD+C

Originally appeared on Gensler.com. . Over the past 70 years, the workplace has evolved slowly but surely. In the past 5 months, that evolution has accelerated far more dramatically because of the health, social, and economic upheavals we're currently experiencing. When the dust settles, the office is going to look and feel like a different place than the one we left in March. .

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Starting Architecture School: COVID Edition Part 2

Life of an Architect

So I know that I have written before about the transition to online teaching that occurred last spring, but I am going to revisit. I recently wrote an article for Texas Architect Magazine (Sept/Oct issue) that was completed prior to the start of the school year. Now that the fall semester is underway, it is time for me to talk about the current system in place at my University.

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The Future Of Urbanism and Architecture with the Consideration of COVID-19

DesignScape Architects

As things in the world begin to return (somewhat) back to normal, we still have to consider how we will live and work in a world that has undergone many changes in the last few months. The COVID-19 pandemic will affect the way in which we think about living and urban spaces for decades to come. Expected Changes in Urbanism and Architecture There is definitely no shortage of thoughts, opinions and predictions when it comes to the future of urbanism and architecture.

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Vision Bermuda gets new Home

Dennis Kowal Architects

Nestled in the heart of the Capital City of Hamilton, Vision Bermuda is accessible by the free public transportation and provides screening, training, and support for the vision impaired community. Vision Bermuda Gets a New Home. The island of Bermuda has one of the highest diabetes rates in the world which can lead to blindness. Dennis Kowal Architects is helping ease the situation working with Vision Bermuda and creating a facility that provides assessments, training, appliances and social

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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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Catch of the Week: AIA Austin Homes Tour 2020 – An incredible online experience for a global audience!

Architect on Tour

When Modernism Week announced to switch to virtual events during its 2020 Fall Preview , we got curious who else could have new ideas for virtual events when it comes to architecture and design! For us Europeans even in “quiet” times it’s not easy to visit many interesting local architecture event in the U.S. and therefor we would like to share this great find with you!

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Corona Renderer 6 for 3ds Max & Cinema 4D Released!

Ronen Bekerman

Chaos Czech released Corona Renderer 6 for both Cinema 4D and 3ds Max, with a new sky model, new lens effects, new library materials, UvwRandomizer to avoid texture repetitions, and a new adaptive environment sampler. Many more things under the hood! Cover image by The Craft. New Features Video. The New Features video is below for the short guided tour of what’s new in this release… Some Highlights.

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Sir David Adjaye OBE to receive 2021 Royal Gold Medal for Architecture

BD+C

The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) is pleased to announce that Sir David Adjaye will receive the 2021 Royal Gold Medal , one of the world’s highest honours for architecture. . The Royal Gold Medal is approved personally by Her Majesty The Queen and is given to a person or group of people who have had a significant influence 'either directly or indirectly on the advancement of architecture'. .

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Live/Work Spaces

Matt Fajkus Architecture

The global pandemic has given new meaning to the term live-work space for many of us. Now more than ever our domestic lives are intertwined with our work lives in both physical space and time. While the pandemic has certainly sped up this trend, we have been seeing a larger shift toward blended living and working spaces in both homes and commercial offices that create diverse environments which better weave human factors of comfort, light, quiet, collaboration, and community into spaces that ena

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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.