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Huizhen High School in China wins World Building Of The Year Award For 2023

World Architecture Community

Huizhen High School designed by Approach Design Studio/Zhejiang University of Technology Engineering Design Group in China has been named as the World Building of the Year at the ”' World Architecture Festival (WAF).On December a, the ultimate accolades of World Buildin.

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The Impact of AI Tools on Architecture in 2024 (and Beyond)

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Continuum, installation by artist Krista Kim. Image © Krista Kim In 2022, a wider audience gained access to unexpectedly powerful AI tools, including Stable Diffusion, Midjourney, and DALL-E 2 for text-to-image generation, as well as the human-like chatbot OpenGPT. One year later, pundits, organizations, and governments have stated these technologies will pose profound risks to society and humanity—from automation-spurred job loss to disrupting democratic processes to the automatization of weapo

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"Compassionate and nurturing" Peach Fuzz named as Pantone Colour of the Year 2024

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Colour specialist Pantone has announced Peach Fuzz as its 2024 colour of the year , a subtle orangey hue that was chosen to express a yearning for community and cosiness during uncertain times. Pantone 13-1023 Peach Fuzz was described by the Pantone Colour Institute as "softly nestled between pink and orange". Top: image is by The Development. Above: Peach Fuzz is the Pantone Colour of the Year 2024 "Peach Fuzz is a compassionate and nurturing soft peach shade whose heartfelt kindness and a

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Heatherwick Studio complete new Azabudai Hills district in the heart of Tokyo

Avontuura

Azabudai Hills is an expression of the new: its deconstruction of the podium, its environmental mission, flowing forms and new plants. The post Heatherwick Studio complete new Azabudai Hills district in the heart of Tokyo appeared first on Åvontuura.

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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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U.S. Department of Transportation awards $6.1 billion in funding for high-speed rail projects in the American West

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The U.S. Department of Transportation has announced $6.1 billion in funding for two high-speed rail projects in Nevada and California that will make history upon their respective completions at the end of the decade. Both the $8 billion Brightline West plan connecting Southern California to Las Vegas and the California High-Speed Rail project between Los Angeles and San Francisco will receive a total of $3 billion and $3.07 billion each.

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Snøhetta perches "floating treehouse" on Norwegian hillside

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Architecture studio Snøhetta and engineer Tor Helge Dokka have created House Dokka, a mass-timber home that perches on a hillside in Kongsberg, Norway. House Dokka comprises a stack of two timber-clad volumes, supported by large wooden stilts drilled into the rocky, tree-lined landscape. According to Snøhetta and Dokka, who was also the client for the project, it is intended to resemble a "floating treehouse".

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Landscape Of The Year 2023 Award goes to Benjakitti Forest Park at WAF 2023

World Architecture Community

Landscape of the Year went to the project, titled Benjakitti Forest Park: Transforming a Brownfield into an Urban Ecological Sanctuary, designed by TURENSCAPE and Arsomsilp Community and Environmental Architect in Thailand.World Architecture Festival took place at Marina Bay Sand.

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Zaha Hadid Architects inaugurates Zhuhai Jinwan Civic Art Centre in southern China

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Zaha Hadid Architects has shared photos of its newly inaugurated Zhuhai Jinwan Civic Art Centre in southern China. The project integrates three separate facilities for art, scientific education, and culture into one coherent design with a 1,200-seat grand theater, 500-seat Black Box theater, science center, and art museum arranged symmetrically on a central axis.

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House in Vilnius / Architectural Bureau G.Natkevicius & Partners

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© L. Mykolaitis, L. Garbačauskas architects: Architectural Bureau G.Natkevicius & Partners Location: Žvirgždyno g., Vilnius, 01205 Vilniaus m. sav., Lithuania Project Year: 2023 Photographs: L. Mykolaitis, L. Garbačauskas Area: 249.

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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 Ranch Mine creates White Dates house for desert site in Phoenix

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Breeze-block walls and a roof cutout for a palm tree are among the special features at an Arizona house designed by The Ranch Mine , which took cues from a mid-century modern dwelling across the street. Designed for a family of four, the residence is located on a cactus-dotted site in Phoenix and looks toward Camelback Mountain, one of the city's most notable landforms.

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ODA’s restoration of Detroit’s Book Tower reveals a storied past

The Architect's Newsletter

The storied history of Detroit’s Book Tower and Book Building begins with their architect, Louis Kamper. Dubbed a “cake decorator” by local press, he collaborated with the zealous Book brothers The post ODA’s restoration of Detroit’s Book Tower reveals a storied past appeared first on The Architect’s Newspaper.

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Herzog & de Meuron to deliver new Seoripul art storage facility in Seoul

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Herzog & de Meuron has been announced as the winner of an international competition to design a new art storage facility for Seoul, called Seoripul Open Storage Museum. The contest was overseen by Seoul’s metropolitan government and involved an exhaustive community input process that saw over 850 citizens participate in the presentation and public vetting of designs from seven leading international firms.

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HPZ House / Magarão + Lindenberg Arq

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© Juliano Colodeti architects: Magarão + Lindenberg Arq Location: Corrêas, Petrópolis - RJ, Brazil Project Year: 2023 Photographs: Juliano Colodeti Area: 1100.

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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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Zaha Hadid Architects references migratory birds for Zhuhai art centre

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Four angular wings with steel canopies form Zhuhai Jinwan Civic Art Centre, which British studio Zaha Hadid Architects has completed on an artificial lake in China. Located within the ZhongXin Lake in Zhuhai, the centre is characterised by its sweeping roofscape, which Zaha Hadid Architects modelled on the chevron-shaped flight formations of migratory birds in southern China.

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Architizer Holiday Gift Guide: 13 Perfect Presents for Architects and Designers in 2023

Architizer

Architizer Journal is reader-supported. When you buy through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Learn more. Ho ho ho-ld on a minute. Is that the sound of sleigh bells I hear? Sure enough, December has arrived, and with it, the inescapable saga that is Christmas shopping. Whether you’re an eager beaver who’s had your tree up since the moment your pumpkin pals took a trip to the compost bin, or you’re a gloomily Gus groaning about the return of festive fever, the holiday seas

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UK Housing Secretary Gove will re-review London Sphere planning permission after Mayor's refusal

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Two weeks after London Mayor Sadiq Khan announced his refusal of planning permissions for the controversial MSG Sphere development planned in East London, the UK’s housing chief has issued a rebuke that may leave some glimmer of hope for the project’s eventual realization. Several UK-based outlets are now reporting that Housing Secretary Michael Gove has asked the London Legacy Development Corporation to have the plans reviewed personally by his office before a final decision can be

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8323. layers of space / sukchulmok Bakery and Café

ArchDaily

© Hong Seokgyu architects: sukchulmok Location: 6 Cheongpa-ro 73ga-gil, Yongsan-gu, Seoul, South Korea Project Year: 2023 Photographs: Hong Seokgyu Area: 239.

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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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Dezeen's top 10 UK architecture projects of 2023

Deezen

From a non-denominational temple to Europe's tallest modular residential tower, we select 10 of this year's most notable architecture projects in the UK as part of our 2023 review. This year's roundup of the most popular and interesting projects UK architecture featured on Dezeen also features award-winning homes , including a remote house in Ayrshire named Scotland's best new building and a London home with a bamboo-planted facade that was awarded RIBA's House of the Year.

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In Situ, Again

Landscape Architecture Magazine

In Atlanta, a 30-year-old experimental garden finds a new, and more contextual, home. By Timothy A. Schuler Planted in drifts, the meadow was regraded to divert stormwater into the outcrop’s spiral pool. Courtesy Lord Aeck Sargent. Trees Atlanta’s new headquarters has the requisite office and program space, including an implementation yard and tree nursery, but with more than 55 tree species and the installation of an experimental landscape artwork, the endeavor was, in many ways, “more of a la

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Peach Fuzz is the 2024 Pantone Color of the Year

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Pantone has selected "Peach Fuzz" as its official Color of the Year for 2024. Twelve months after announcing " Viva Magenta " as its selection for 2023, the New Jersey-based company continued with the springtime palette with a light and bright color they claim will have an impact on an increasingly turbulent and divisive world. "In seeking a hue that echoes our innate yearning for closeness and connection, we chose a color radiant with warmth and modern elegance," the Pantone Color Institute&rsq

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Aldeia Temple / NEBR Arquitetura

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© Felipe Petrovsky architects: NEBR Arquitetura Location: São Lourenço da Mata, State of Pernambuco, Brazil Project Year: 2023 Photographs: Felipe Petrovsky Area: 732 ft2 Read more »

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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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"Pods have quietly become a standard part of our open-plan interior landscape"

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Pods are more popular than ever but offer far more than merely a place to take a call in a busy office , writes Freyja Sewell. Like mushrooms after a damp night in Autumn, it seems pods are popping up everywhere lately. From fuzzy booths for private phone calls to high-tech, egg-shaped meditation chambers and sound-insulated cylinders in co-working spaces , it seems to me that pods have quietly become a standard part of our open-plan interior landscape.

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ZGF gives Portland International Airport, America’s best airport, the timber treatment

The Architect's Newsletter

The Pacific Northwest is thoroughly mass timber–pilled. The region is known for its great expanses of forest and has been the beating heart of the American lumber industry since its The post ZGF gives Portland International Airport, America’s best airport, the timber treatment appeared first on The Architect’s Newspaper.

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Büro Ole Scheeren wins Tencent HQ competition with ‘swirling’ towers

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Büro Ole Scheeren has won a competition for the design of Tencent’s global headquarters in Shenzhen. Having been awarded the commission, Scheeren saw off competition from practices including Herzog & de Meuron , Heatherwick Studio , Bjarke Ingels Group , Snøhetta , OMA , Kengo Kuma , Zaha Hadid Architects , and Foster + Partners.

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Link House / Openideas Architects

ArchDaily

© The Fishy Project architects: Openideas Architects Location: Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India Project Year: 2023 Photographs: The Fishy Project Area: 22000.

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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.