May, 2022

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BIG beats OMA and other major names for new food tech hub in Spain

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BIG has been selected as winners of an international invited competition for the design of a new food tech hub in San Sebastian, Spain. The scheme was selected over four other entries from OMA , Snøhetta , 3XN , and Toyo Ito & Associates. Officially named the Basque Culinary Center, the new 9,000-square-meter (97,000-square-foot) hub will bring start-ups, researchers, and chefs under one roof with the goal of advancing food sciences.

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OMA-designed Taipei Performing Arts Center opens in Taiwan

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The Center is architecture in limbo: specific yet flexible, undisrupted yet public, iconic without being conceived as such. The post OMA-designed Taipei Performing Arts Center opens in Taiwan appeared first on Åvontuura.

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The N M Bodecker Foundation / Skylab Architecture

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© Jeremy Bitterman. architects: Skylab Architecture Location: Portland, OR, United States Project Year: 2017 Photographs: Jeremy Bitterman Area: 7769.0 ft2. Read more ».

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Corvallis Museum In-Person Tour

SW Oregon Architect

After two years absent of the opportunity to visit noteworthy local building projects, AIA Oregon and/or the Willamette Valley Chapter of the Construction Specifications Institute have offered several tours this year in rapid succession. The most recent was this past Wednesday’s tour of the new Corvallis Museum. Located at 411 SW 2 nd Street in downtown Corvallis, the museum adds a considerable cultural amenity and draw to Benton County’s principal urban center.

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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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Home Renovation Ideas

Aric Gitomer Architect

Residential architects love renovations. Most of them suggest that the best home renovations are those that respect the original structure and enlighten it from a modern and contemporary perspective. Old houses offer the inhabitants glimpses into the past, stability, and character. So, it’s fair to retain some of those features during renovation. Architects for renovation tend to get creative when it comes to modern designs.

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See the best new architectural photography honored by AIA Los Angeles

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The Los Angeles chapter of the American Institute of Architects ( AIA|LA ) has announced this year’s winners of the annual Architectural Photography Awards. Fifteen individual artists and photographers working locally and around the world were recognized across three separate categories of Best Image, Rendering, and Instagram feed. Individual winners like the UK’s Marcus Peel were commended for their “interplay of the monochromatic colors and the shadows that almost sets this a

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Architecture for London extends and refurbishes Edwardian terrace into low energy home

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Low Energy House Architect: Architecture for LondonLocation: London, EnglandType: RenovationYear: 2022Images: Lorenzo Zandri, Christian Brailey The following description is courtesy of the architects. An Edwardian terrace in Muswell Hill was extended and refurbished to create a comfortable, low energy house. The original structure of the house was revealed, its modest beauty celebrated.

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Homerton College Dining Hall / Feilden Fowles

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© David Grandorge. architects: Feilden Fowles Location: Homerton College, Hills Rd, Cambridge CB2 8PH, United Kingdom Project Year: 2022 Photographs: David Grandorge Photographs: Jim Stephenson Area: 1665.0 m2. Read more ».

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Eugene/Architecture/Alphabet: I

SW Oregon Architect

Ida H. and Frank L. Chambers House (my photo) This is the next in my Eugene/Architecture/Alphabet series of blog posts, the focus of each being a landmark building here in Eugene. Many of these will be familiar to most who live here but there are likely to be a few buildings that are less so. My selection criteria for each will be threefold: The building must be of architectural interest, local importance, or historically significant.

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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 Most Common Architectural Styles in New Jersey

Aric Gitomer Architect

The magnificent New Jersey. With almost nine million residents, New Jersey is the most densely populated state in the nation. History describes the Native Americans as the first inhabitants of the state, followed by Europeans in the seventeenth century. With varying communities and people in the past, New Jersey has experienced significant cultural and architectural influence.

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capsules of nakagin tower fly for first time in 50 years, headed to museums across world

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this week the first capsules have been unplugged for the first and last time, some to be sent to museums yet to be announced. The post capsules of nakagin tower fly for first time in 50 years, headed to museums across world appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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ODA unveils renderings of two massive, mixed-use towers in Fort Lauderdale

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New York-based architecture and design firm ODA-Architecture has released renderings of its Ombelle project, a pair of mixed-use towers in Ft. Lauderdale , Florida. Developer Dependable Equities tapped ODA to design the architecture, interiors, and landscape for the 1.5-million-square-foot structure. Image courtesy ODA The development, which comprises two mirrored 43-story towers, will offer 1,100 rental units, 11,217 square feet of retail space, and 27,837 square feet of indoor amenities.

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Barman Architects upcycles Biennale pavilion into open air museum in Cordoba

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After the end of the Biennale, the installation was recovered, dismantled, cataloged, and redesigned as an open-air museum in Corbola. The post Barman Architects upcycles Biennale pavilion into open air museum in Cordoba appeared first on Åvontuura.

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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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Amant Art Campus / SO-IL

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© Naho Kubota. architects: SO-IL Location: 315 Maujer St, Brooklyn, NY 11206, United States Project Year: 2021 Photographs: Naho Kubota Area: 16400.0 m2. Read more ».

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Innocence Lost

SW Oregon Architect

(Photo credit: VOA, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons) The terrifying familiarity this past week of yet another mass shooting at a school—this time at Robb Elementary School in Uvalde, Texas on May 24—shocked the nation. Some believe American society is becoming numb to gun violence, but the outpouring of grief and anger since word came of the twenty-one lives claimed by a homicidal young gunman in Uvalde is real and profound.

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Interior Design Secrets for Your Home

Aric Gitomer Architect

The secret to a gorgeous home is a mix of structural and interior design. Yes, you can all agree that strong foundations, beams, and columns are what make a house. But the color scheme, furniture, and overall layout are what makes it the perfect house. How do you make the space appear best while reflecting your style and ideas?! Do it properly, and you will end up in a comfortable home.

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ecuador’s six towers ‘the hills’ will be MVRDV’s first project in south america

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a cluster of six residential towers will suggest a lush, naturally carved 'valley.'. The post ecuador’s six towers ‘the hills’ will be MVRDV’s first project in south america appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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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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David Chipperfield's reinvented Morland Mixité Capitale is now complete in Paris

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David Chipperfield Architects is celebrating the recent completion of their Morland Mixité Capitale project in Paris following six years of construction on a ‘Reinventing Paris’ scheme first announced by developer Emerige in 2016. The firm’s Berlin office, in collaboration with CALQ, had been hard at work restoring and expanding the former Préfecture de Paris building into a new public attraction near Canal Saint-Martin.

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Studio MUTT completes shell clad artist studio overlooking Poole Harbour in Dorset

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The studio is designed like an upside down boat. A timber structure sits on a concrete shelf, projecting from the landscape over the beach. The post Studio MUTT completes shell clad artist studio overlooking Poole Harbour in Dorset appeared first on Åvontuura.

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Punta Colorada III Shelter / TATÚ Arquitectura

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© Marcos Guiponi. architects: TATÚ Arquitectura Location: Punta Colorada, Maldonado Department, Uruguay Project Year: 2021 Photographs: Marcos Guiponi Area: 60.0 m2. Read more ».

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MVRDV creates 600-metre-long orange walkway that bridges Rotterdam roofs

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Dutch architecture studio MVRDV has opened Rotterdam Rooftop Walk, a temporary bright orange rooftop installation in Rotterdam that crosses the rooflines of two adjacent buildings. Rotterdam Rooftop Walk is a temporary walkable installation that extends up the side of Rotterdam's World Trade Centre and creates a bridge across to the city's Bijenkorf department store.

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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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The Best Ways to Light Your Home

Aric Gitomer Architect

Lighting design is a critical element when it comes to creating the perfect environment in your home. It is a choice between making it or breaking it. Lighting could very easily determine the ambiance in your home and administer the mood and look of the space. During the early stages of lighting design, you might have considered several options. Cove lighting might have appealed for that one niche in your living room, track lighting had its fair share of benefits or even stepped lighting for tha

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danish startup builds first 3D printed concrete tiny house in europe

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the building is designed to be as affordable as possible, housing all necessary amenities in just 37 sqm. The post danish startup builds first 3D printed concrete tiny house in europe appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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IKEA completes bookcase-inspired store in Vienna, Austria

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Austria-based architecture office querkraft has completed an IKEA furniture store in the country’s capital Vienna , whose exterior was inspired by bookcases. Designed as a car-free venue, the scheme was developed with the vision of being a “good neighbor” for the surrounding community through a blend of public spaces and an active streetfront.

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Villa M takes the amazon to Paris with tropical hotel and co-working space

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Villa M aims to create a new pact between cities, nature, and health. The program is a mixed use building which includes co-working. The post Villa M takes the amazon to Paris with tropical hotel and co-working space appeared first on Åvontuura.

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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.