ArchDaily

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

Maggie’s Leeds Centre / Heatherwick Studio. Image © Hufton+Crow While not entirely dependent on one another, the relationship between architecture and mental well-being is an important topic, as designers and architects can contribute to creating a more enjoyable environment for everyone. From strategies to enhance mental health in shared workspaces to the ways in which architecture can contribute to preventing cognitive decline, understanding the potential impact of environmental neurosciences

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FEBRUARY 28, 2024

Jean Jullien creates colossal sculptures at Le Bon Marché Two gigantic sculptures by French artist Jean Jullien have landed at Le Bon Marché department store in Paris, as part of the book-themed exhibition Mise en Page. Curated by Sarah Andelman, former Colette image director and publisher of Just An Idea Books, the exhibition runs […] The post jean jullien’s paper giants land at le bon marché for book-themed exhibition in paris appeared first on designboom | architecture &

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ArchDaily

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

CO2 Pavilion Beijing / Superimpose Architecture. Image © Beijing Shardisland Technology Co., Ltd. Translucency, at its essence, is an optical property that enables the total or partial passage of light through materials, without providing a clear view of the objects behind them. Despite its apparent simplicity, this property has fascinating applications in the architectural field, generating attractive and powerful proposals that play with light without obstructing views.

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FEBRUARY 26, 2024

Developer HUB and investor Bridges Fund Management have revealed plans to convert a 1950s office building in London into Cornerstone, a co-living residential scheme designed by Allford Hall Monaghan Morris. Located on the edge of the Barbican estate, the Cornerstone project will draw from the iconic Barbican architecture to transform 45 Beech Street into 174 co-living residences along with street-level commercial spaces and amenities.

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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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ArchDaily

FEBRUARY 18, 2024

The Museum of Temporal Delight. This image was created, in Midjourney, using 7 language prompts and a few small refinements. Image Courtesy of John Marx/ Form4 Architecture Since their introduction to the wider public, artificial intelligence technologies seem prone to change the working landscape for professionals across all fields, and architecture and urban planning are no different.

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Architizer

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

Architects: Want to have your project featured? Showcase your work through Architizer and sign up for our inspirational newsletters. Copenhagen is not just a city; it’s a playground of architectural wonders. With its colorful buildings and creative urban spaces, the Danish capital has become one of the world’s most vibrant cities, bringing joy to residents and visitors with its playful architecture.

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FEBRUARY 26, 2024

the studio designs a sweeping, nearly 16-meter-tall welcoming forum off of which rise stepped terraces along smooth, rhythmic curve The post beijing city library by snøhetta opens to the public, revealing sculpted ‘hills’ and ‘valleys’ appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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The Architect's Newsletter

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

Nina Cooke John and Sekou Cooke are architects who lead independent practices and academics with decades of teaching experience. Nina is the founding principal of Studio Cooke John Architecture and The post <em>AN</em> in conversation with Nina Cooke John and Sekou Cooke and their parents appeared first on The Architect’s Newspaper.

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FEBRUARY 26, 2024

International studio Snøhetta has completed Beijing City Library in China , a glass-lined building filled with towering tree-like columns and rooms disguised as hills. Located in Beijing's Tongzhou district, the library was designed by Snøhetta to "reinstate the library's relevance in the 21st century" and aims to offer a "new vision" for the typology.

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FEBRUARY 26, 2024

© Space Storyteller architects: Spacemen Studio Location: Gtower, Kuala Lumpur, 50450 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia Project Year: 2024 Photographs: Space Storyteller Area: 410.

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FEBRUARY 29, 2024

SHoP Architects has designed a residential tower for Mercedes-Benz in Miami , the first branded real-estate project for the car company in the United States. Overseen by JDS Development Group , and designed in collaboration with a Mercedes-Benz design team, the scheme is centered on the theme: “Timeless Design, Inspired by Miami.” Image credit: JDS Development Group by the Boundary The tower adopts a cube-shaped profile comprised of interconnected geometric bodies.

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Architizer

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

Last call: The clock is ticking as Architizer's 12th Annual A+Awards enters its Extended Entry Deadline period. Submit your work before February 23rd for your chance at the global spotlight. When picturing a water treatment plant or a water resource recovery facility (WRRF), the typical mental image is that of an industrial complex designed primarily for the practical function of managing and treating water.

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FEBRUARY 9, 2024

the residence has undergone a thorough three-year restoration, honoring neutra's original design for a seamless indoor-outdoor living experience. The post richard neutra’s restored mid-century home in california is now up for rent appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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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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The Architect's Newsletter

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

“My role was to make sure Mies could build the building he wanted to build.” 65 years after the completion of the Seagram Building, Phyllis Lambert talks to Vladimir Belogolovsky The post 65 years after the completion of the Seagram Building, Phyllis Lambert talks about Mies van der Rohe and the commission appeared first on The Architect’s Newspaper.

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FEBRUARY 28, 2024

At the Mobile World Congress in Barcelona, electronics brand Lenovo has unveiled a laptop concept with a transparent screen that allows users to see through the device. Lenovo describes the ThinkBook Transparent Display Laptop Concept – also referred to as Project Crystal – as "the industry's first laptop with a 17.3-inch Micro-LED transparent display".

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ArchDaily

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

© Fixer Photographic Studio architects: Studio A-Light Location: Changhua City, Xihu Township, Changhua County, Taiwan 500 Project Year: 2024 Photographs: Fixer Photographic Studio Area: 415.

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Archinect

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

With our Get Lectured series, showcasing upcoming public lectures at architecture schools, well into the current Spring academic term , it's a great opportunity to take a look back and let the Archinect audience be the judge of the graphic prowess the 32 poster designs we presented during the Fall 2023 term had to offer. In our most recent poll last September, the University of Texas at Austin School of Architecture took the top prizes for their Fall '22 and Spring '23 lecture poster designs, wh

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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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Architizer

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

Costa Rica is a Central American country with coastlines both on the Pacific Ocean and the Caribbean. It is essentially a tropical land filled with rainforests, exotic beaches and volcanos, as well as many notable innovative and sustainable examples of architectural buildings. Its traditional architecture originates from the country’s pre-Colombian era and Spanish colonial influence, with the National Theatre and Metropolitan Cathedral being some of its most famous architectural landmarks.

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designboom

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

the porous timber structure of kengo kuma's 'AEAJ green terrace' releases aromatic essential oils throughout the interiors. The post kengo kuma’s intricate timber structure serves as an aromatherapy diffuser in tokyo appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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The Architect's Newsletter

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

Since 2000, San Francisco–based IwamotoScott Architecture has established itself as a thoughtful and artistically inclined office that doesn’t shy away from history and theory. Yet even after more than two The post Moravec Hall by IwamotoScott Architecture is a new building for Ivy Tech in the star-studded city of Columbus, Indiana appeared first on The Architect’s Newspaper.

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FEBRUARY 27, 2024

A 165-metre-long submarine, a tetrahedron-shaped hydrofoil and a vessel by Zaha Hadid feature in this roundup of yacht designs that have sought to disrupt the high-end boat industry. There's nothing more synonymous with the super-rich than a luxury yacht, and with the industry already valued at $9 billion and expected to grow significantly in the coming years , manufacturers are continually seeking ways to make their boats stand out from the crowd.

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ArchDaily

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

After the Hyatt Foundation announced that the 2024 Pritzker Prize be revealed on March 5 at 9 am EST, speculation has ignited regarding which architect or architects will receive architecture's most prestigious award. The Pritzker Architecture Prize, considered to be " the profession’s highest honor," has been granted annually, since 1979, by a jury, to a living architect or architects with significant achievements to humanity and the built environment.

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Archinect

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

Montreal -based interior designers Indee Design have completed what the studio describes as “a playhouse for kids (and adults!)” in the city. Named Atelier Chabot, the scheme saw the transformation of an existing duplex into a single-family home featuring curated furnishings themed around play. Image credit: Caroline Thibault Image credit: Caroline Thibault “On a mission looking to change the lives of their family, the owners were trying to decide whether to take a trip around

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World Architecture Community

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

Secret passages, intimate bedrooms, low-height ceiling, natural materials, recycled elements, open courtyard and sinuous walls that all define the language of this biophilic farmhouse by Indian architecture practice Blurring Boundaries.Located near Mumbai, India, the ööÜ-square-m.

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designboom

FEBRUARY 11, 2024

the structure gracefully embraces the surrounding nature, allowing trees to coexist harmoniously with its framework. The post short film guides us through permeable bamboo pavilion celebrating indian craftmanship appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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