December, 2024

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These were New York City’s most active architecture firms of 2024 according to The Real Deal

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Real estate blog The Real Deal has released its annual list of the top-performing architects in New York City. The firms with planned projects over 1 million square feet included SLCE and the office conversion leader Gensler. Nikolai Katz Architect finished first with 15 permitting applications. The list was again dominated by boutique residential studios.

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The Most Liveable Cities in the World in 2024: Discover Top Quality of Life Locations Globally

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Vienna, Austria. Image trabantos via Shutterstock The pursuit of an ideal city has long been a topic of debate among architects and urban planners. In addition to aesthetic identity and cultural heritage, the quality of life in every city represents perhaps the most important marker in this pursuit. This year, the Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU), a sister company of The Economist, has released its Global Liveability Index 2024 , highlighting the cities that excel in this ongoing quest.

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V-Ray 7 for SketchUp & Rhino will transform your creativity. Find out how.

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Introducing V-Ray 7 for SketchUp and Rhino. Create and share your artistic vision with 3D Gaussian Splatting, interactive tours, material overrides, and more.

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Introducing Envision: Take Enscape Further with Advanced Visualization and Animation

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Enscape’s speed, ease of use, and light system requirements have made it a standard for anyone working on building design and visualization. Thanks to its unique direct integration with the design application, it really is the fastest way to go from model to actionable real-time visualization. But we know that some users want more capabilities, such as moving assets and more powerful animations.

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Unlock The Blueprint: How To Construct A Better Payment Workflow

Speaker: Timothy Allsopp

Payment challenges often lead to delayed projects, financial bottlenecks, and strained relationships. With construction projects becoming more complex, outdated processes are no longer sustainable. By refining financial workflow, companies can improve cash flow, reduce error, and foster trust between stakeholders. Discover practical strategies for redesigning payment systems to overcome workflow challenges while creating a smoother, more reliable process for contractors and subcontractors alike.

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Project 2025

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SketchUp model of our house. I'll use the model to help explain the scope of our planned renovation to a prospective contractor. No, not that Project 2025. Instead, Im referring to my own Project 2025, which is to buckle down in the new year and finally attend to sorely needed home improvements. Because I am now retired, Ive run out of excuses. The list of maintenance needs Ive deferred for far too many years is embarrassingly long.

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Trumpf Schramberg Tech Center / Barkow Leibinger

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Simon Menge s, Berlin architects: Barkow Leibinger Location: Schramberg, Germany Project Year: 2022 Photographs: Simon Menge s, Berlin Area: 14000.

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Zaha Hadid Architects Designs River Culture and Art Center in China

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Courtesy of Zaha Hadid Architects Zaha Hadid Architects has been selected to design the Zhejiang Shaoxing Shangyu District Cao'e River Culture and Art Center, located within a newly planned cultural district in Shaoxing's Shangyu area in Zhejiang province , China. The project is situated along the Cao'e River, a location with historical significance, and is envisioned to serve as a key cultural and artistic space for both the local community and visitors.

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Kéré Architecture Unveils Design for a Spiritual and Community Center in Notsé, Togo

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Big Temple rendering. Image © Kéré Architecture Kéré Architecture has revealed the design of a masterplan and series of buildings dedicated to the cultural and spiritual heritage of the Ewé people in the town of Notsé, in Togo. Commissioned by the Kothor Foundation, the center incorporates a sanctuary, several temples, a large-scale open-air amphitheater, as well as cultural functions such as exhibition halls, an auditorium, restaurants, and a reconstruction of the ancient royal palace of the Ew

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The Science of Design: How Neuroscience can Help Architects Shape the Built Environment

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Lombardini22 and Salone del Mobile's People-Centric Approach to Fair Design. Image © Ludovica Mangini Salone del Mobile.Milano In recent years, the integration of neuroscience and architecture has revolutionized our understanding of how built environments influence human well-being, behavior, and cognition. This interdisciplinary field, known as neuroarchitecture , explores the connections between spatial design, brain function, and psychology , offering insights into creating environments t

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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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Unpolished Narratives: Exposed Materials in Latin American Affordable Housing

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Villa Cerro Corá House / ArquitecTava + Grupo Culata Jovai. Image © Leonardo Méndez What makes a building architecture? The eternal debate over what distinguishes architecture from mere utilitarian construction has often included affordable and social housing as an influential topic, sparking different points of view. This question is particularly significant in the Latin American context , where unique conditions go beyond cost concerns, whether imposed or unavoidable.

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House of Shadow / Laurent Troost Architectures

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Joana Frana architects: Laurent Troost Architectures Location: Manaus, Amazonas, Brasil Project Year: 2023 Photographs: Joana Frana Area: 402.

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Center for Inclusive Growth & Competitiveness for Tapmi/ The Purple Ink Studio

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Completed in 2024 in Manipal, India. Images by Suryan//Dang. Premise: Reading the City - Manipal is a modern town along the coasts of Southern India. Its development began in early 1953, with a population of.

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Lujiatan Wetland Park Commercial Service Center / MUDA-Architects

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Arch-Exist architects: MUDA-Architects Location: Wenjiang, Chengdu, Sichuan Province, China Project Year: 2024 Photographs: Arch-Exist Photographs: Dong Image Area: 3022.

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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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From Coast to Countryside: 15 Rural Hotels in Portugal

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Monte da Azarujinha / Aboim Inglez Arquitectos. © Ricardo Gonçalves Tourism in Portugal began to develop in the late 1950s, initially centered on key destinations such as the Algarve coast , Lisbon , and the religious hub of Fátima. This focus made tourism largely a coastal activity. However, rapid growth and overburdened infrastructure in these areas led to saturation and a crisis in the sector.

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ODA updates progress for 126 East 57th Street on Billionaire's Row

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ODA ’s contribution to Billionaire’s Row , the 175,000-square-foot 126 East 57th Street residential tower, is advancing towards an anticipated completion date in 2025. Progress was updated recently on the 175-unit building, which stands out thanks to its pixilated facade and copper-mirror entry portal framing a six-story atrium. ODA's Executive Director, Eran Chen , lauded its elevation of the human scale, playfulness, and appeal to young professionals at the start of construction in

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Detroit Cultural District Announces Transformative Urban Revitalization Project

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Woodward Avenue, between the Detroit Institute of Arts and the Detroit Public Library, serves as a public mediating ground on the nation's first paved road. Image Courtesy of Agence Ter - Akoaki The Detroit Cultural District has announced an ambitious initiative to reshape its urban landscape. This multi-phased project led by the Detroit Cultural Center Association (DCCA) in partnership with Design Leads Akoaki and Agence Ter , will transform the district's character, creating a more vibrant

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Canopy House / studio mk27

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Fernando Guerra | FG+SG architects: studio mk27 - marcio kogan Location: , Brazil Project Year: 2023 Photographs: Fernando Guerra | FG+SG Area: 785.

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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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High Street House / Lineburg Wang

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Completed in 2023 in Brisbane, Australia. Images by David Chatfield. A tiny pre-1911 cottage on a tiny 253m2 site, the design works hard to find generosity.& The project is limited by size. The house challenges the.

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Adapt, Breathe, Regenerate: Envisioning a New Chapter in Architectural Materials

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The fine line between art and craft, creativity and functionality, personal expression and societal or industrial demands is one that architecture navigates with great care. This duality is increasingly shaped by the urgent need to address environmental challenges. At the forefront of this evolution are materials and construction systems , the essential building blocks of design and execution.

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Interior Courtyards: An Effective Strategy to Improve Space Quality in 15 Residential Projects

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House in Muko / Tomohiro Hata Architect and Associates. Image © Toshiyuki Yano There are many advantages to incorporating interior courtyards in residential projects , both in urban contexts and in more natural surroundings. In both cases, they are a key element in improving the quality of the home's interior space i n various ways. Whether in the form of a central cloister, side courtyards, or through perforated slabs and the addition of skylights, these spaces play a vital role in creating a h

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BW II – Industrial Building in Viana do Castelo / Multiprojectus

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Ivo Tavares Studio architects: Multiprojectus Location: Lanheses, Portugal Project Year: 2024 Photographs: Ivo Tavares Studio Area: 27000.

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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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Chinar Textile Studio / Juhi Mehta Architects

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Completed in 2021 in Jaipur, India. Images by Studio BluOra. Studio Chinar is a garment and home furnishing manufacturing unit situated on an 800 sqm piece of land amidst a plotted industrial area on the.

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Innovations in Public Spaces: Gardens, Plazas, and Landscape Parks of 2024

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Beitang Street Section of the Grand Canal in Wuxi / ShangHai Daguan + Zebai Landscape. Image Jin Xiaohui In a quest to enhance and attract new natural experiences to city centers, the design, planning, and revitalization of certain urban spaces align with strategies aimed at improving the quality of life for residents while maintaining a connection with nature rooted in the local landscape.

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First-ever UNBUILT Award winners showcase the best unrealized ideas from around the world

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The results from the new Buildner UNBUILT Award contest have been shared with Bustler. The inaugural competition gives architects a platform to showcase their unrealized work. Winners shared an incredible €100,000 ($104,000 USD) cash prize. Buildner states: "By honoring unbuilt ideas, we celebrate the purest form of creative exploration, unbounded by practical constraints.

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Bloom House / The Bloom

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Completed in 2024 in Vietnam. Images by Oki Hiroyuki. Bloom House The Blossoming Home Located in the serene land of Bo Lm, Lm ng, Bloom House represents a harmonious blend of modernity and.

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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