Archinect

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

The European Centre for Architecture Art Design and Urban Studies has announced the winners of their 2023 ‘ Europe 40 Under 40 Awards.’ The annual series seeks to celebrate “the world's most promising figures in the fields of architecture and design and their standing-out and out-of-box projects.” The 40 award winners were spread across Europe, hailing from France, Greece, Italy, Poland, Portugal, Spain, Switzerland, and Turkey.

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Architizer

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

Architects: Want to have your project featured? Showcase your work through Architizer and sign up for our inspirational newsletters. Lithuania is home to breathtaking landscapes. From iconic sand dunes along the Curonian Spit to vast wetlands and primeval forests, the country is known for its beautiful and diverse countryside. Conscious of this context, Lithuania’s residential projects are designed to capture views and open up to the outdoors.

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ArchDaily

NOVEMBER 19, 2023

Shenzhen Women & Children’s Center / MVRDV. Image: © Xia Zhi Respecting others seems like something still distant from prevailing in humanity. In a world where news bombards us with various forms of violence, it is always necessary to find ways to recognize the worth and dignity of each person and to respect differences. We need to cultivate tolerance towards what we don't know, and in this regard, architecture can be an important ally.

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NOVEMBER 19, 2023

Skinner Butte viewed from the west along 1st Avenue in Eugene. This is not a regulated view corridor. (Google Street View) View corridors are planning tools used in urban design and city planning to protect and enhance specific views within a city. They are meant to preserve visual connections between key landmarks, natural features, or other important elements of a cityscape.

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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 With construction projects becoming more complex, outdated processes are no longer sustainable.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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Avontuura

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

Watercress Cottage is a 15th century thatched cottage nestled beside the dramatic Farleigh Hungerford Castle near Bath. The post Greenaway Architecture complete addition to thatched cottage alongside Farleigh Hungerford Castle near Bath appeared first on Åvontuura.

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ArchDaily

NOVEMBER 19, 2023

© César Belio architects: Jorge Garibay Arquitectos Location: Santiago de Querétaro, Qro., Mexico Project Year: 2022 Photographs: César Belio Area: 452.

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Deezen

NOVEMBER 23, 2023

Architecture practice Heatherwick Studio has completed the Azabudai Hills development in Tokyo , which is defined by curving roofs topped with greenery. Aiming to create a city district that provides access to nature and a diversity of spaces, Heatherwick Studio designed Azabudai Hills to contain residential buildings, retail and restaurant spaces, a school , two temples , art galleries , offices and 24,000 square metres of public green space.

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The Architect's Newsletter

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

With a focus on economic development in a part of the city that’s been starved for transit access and investment for much of its history, the Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) The post CTA’s largest-ever expansion reaches out to fulfill a transit gap appeared first on The Architect’s Newspaper.

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Archinect

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

The winners of The Architecture Drawing Prize 2023 have been announced as part of the upcoming World Architecture Festival in Singapore. Three drawings were selected in the digital, hand-drawn, and hybrid categories as part of the Prize’s seventh edition, which this year attracted a record number of 250 submissions from around the world. The overall winner will be announced at Sir John Soane’s Museum in London on January 29, 2024.

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ArchDaily

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

© Dinesh Mehta architects: Sanjay Puri Architects Location: Queens Rd, Vaishali Nagar, Jaipur, Rajasthan 302021, India Project Year: 2023 Photographs: Dinesh Mehta Area: 27000.

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Deezen

NOVEMBER 23, 2023

Belgian architecture studios Mamout and Stéphanie Willocx have refurbished a 1960s home in Hoeilaart, stripping away previous extensions to celebrate the "spirit and quality" of its original design. Located in a wooded area, the Belgian home was originally designed in 1962 for a group of musicians. It comprises a brick and glass pavilion and a concrete blockwork garage, which step down its gently sloping site.

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designboom

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

designboom visited the azabudai hills gallery and previewed the various artworks within the exhibition titled 'a harmonious cycle of interconnected nows'. The post olafur eliasson exhibition inaugurates heatherwick studio’s azabudai hills gallery in tokyo appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Archinect

NOVEMBER 24, 2023

After two years of alterations, the Louis Kahn -designed Hewlett Building at the Graduate Theological Union in Berkeley, CA has reopened. According to the college, the renovations were undertaken to “better serve the needs of students” while remaining loyal to Kahn’s original vision. Image credit: Graduate Theological Union Kahn was selected to design the building in 1972 but passed away two years later while the scheme’s final drawings were being produced.

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ArchDaily

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

© Mohammad Soroosh Jooshesh architects: HAMAAN Studio Location: Rashnan, Isfahan Province, Iran Project Year: 2022 Photographs: Mohammad Soroosh Jooshesh Photographs: Mohammadreza Zare Area: 506.

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Deezen

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

Danish architecture studio BIG has released images of the exteriors of two stone-clad skyscrapers by New York's High Line as they near completion. The One High Line development consists of two condominium towers, described by BIG founder Bjarke Ingels as "good neighbours", which will enclose a central, public courtyard with retail spaces at the base.

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Dwell

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

Spanish architects Ignacio de la Vega and Pilar Cano Lasso’s prefabs are already certified in California, New York, and Colorado—and they have plans to continue expanding. Welcome to Prefab Profiles , an ongoing series of interviews with people transforming how we build houses. From prefab tiny houses and modular cabin kits to entire homes ready to ship, their projects represent some of the best ideas in the industry.

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Archinect

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

OMA has won a competition to design a new campus for Hongik University in Seoul, South Korea. Described by the firm as a “cluster of interwoven buildings and public spaces that meld with the existing topography,” the scheme includes a significant level of greenery to integrate with its mountainside site.

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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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ArchDaily

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

© Leonas Garbacauskas architects: Laurynas Žakevičius Architects Location: Druskininkai, Druskininkai Municipality, Lithuania Project Year: 2019 Photographs: Leonas Garbacauskas Area: 170.

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Deezen

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

The Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan , has refused a planning application for the Populous -designed spherical music venue MSG Sphere London , as it would have caused "unacceptable harm to hundreds of residents". Khan directed the London Legacy Development Corporation (LLDC) to refuse the planning application for the MSG Sphere London because of its "unacceptable" negative impact on residents in Stratford, east London, where it was set to be built.

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Avontuura

NOVEMBER 23, 2023

Situated between The Royal Danish Opera and Paper Island, The Opera Park offers a green escape from the bustling life of the city. The post The Opera Park opens in Copenhagen, providing a green oasis amidst a bustling urban development appeared first on Åvontuura.

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Archinect

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

The holiday season is upon us, and if you're looking for the perfect gift to give this year OR you're scoping out a special something to give yourself, explore Archinect's curated gift guide picked by our editorial team. Whether you're shopping for the architect, student, or design aficionado in your life, we've got you covered. This year, our recommendations range from discussion starter home goods to impress your holiday guests, bespoke items for the office, a unique chess set, our favorite co

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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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ArchDaily

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

© Jaime Navarro architects: CCA Centro de Colaboración Arquitectónica Location: Jalpa de Méndez, Tab., Mexico Project Year: 2022 Photographs: Jaime Navarro Area: 1240.

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Deezen

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

Designers need to participate in the development of AI or face having the future world designed without them, warns Airbnb co-founder Brian Chesky in this exclusive interview. Speaking to Dezeen at the River Cafe in London, Chesky, who graduated from the Rhode Island School of Design (RISD), warned that history may be repeating itself as designers fail to embrace the potential of artificial intelligence (AI).

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Avontuura

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

Formation Association designs Atwater Canyon, an adaptive reuse project bisecting an existing masonry building with a canyon-like passageway. The post Formation Association Designs an Adaptive Reuse Shopping Arcade in Los Angeles appeared first on Åvontuura.

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Archinect

NOVEMBER 23, 2023

In a year marked with highs and lows, the Archinect editorial team has spent another year watching, listening, and reporting on the events of 2023. With the holidays drawing near and the year coming to a close, we pause to extend our gratitude to our dedicated readership and collaborators. Join us as we reflect on the events of this year, from riveting breakthroughs in the industry to contemplative revelations in professional practice and academia and the moments that left us shaking our heads.

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