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This architect crafts detailed illustrations of the hotel rooms she stays in

Archinect

Architect Kei Endo has a fascinating hobby: While traveling, she measures and sketches her hotel rooms, including the furniture and objects within them, in great detail……draws them up with a Rapidograph……and renders them in watercolor. Endo, a graduate out of the Tokyo University of the Arts with experience as a practicing architect, currently works at an environmental color planning office.

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Kengo Kuma and Associates design museum dedicated to Hans Christian Andersen in Odense

Avontuura

The project was to create a new building for the H.C. Andersen Museum, garden and cultural center in the city where Andersen was born. The post Kengo Kuma and Associates design museum dedicated to Hans Christian Andersen in Odense appeared first on Åvontuura.

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Bofia Restaurant / AZAZ Architects

ArchDaily

© Mansor Alsofi. architects: AZAZ Architects Location: Riyadh Saudi Arabia Project Year: 2022 Photographs: Mansor Alsofi Photographs: Read more ».

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The World’s Finest Theater for Track & Field

SW Oregon Architect

I joined a group of fellow AIA Oregon members last week for an exclusive, behind-the-scenes tour of the “renovated” Hayward Field on the University of Oregon campus. It was my first opportunity to see it from within. While the exterior is certainly striking, I found the inside peek of the new facilities to be even more impressive and jaw-dropping. I have no doubt the lavish and commodious design further cements Eugene’s status as the Mecca for track & field in the United States.

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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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Proposed development along Brooklyn's Broadway Junction faces pushback from local community

Archinect

Broadway Junction, the busy yet infamously underutilized area surrounding the Broadway Junction Subway station, may need to brace for a big change. The area, which sits between several neighborhoods including East New York, Bed-Stuy and Brownsville, has become the center of a private developer’s new vision for East Brooklyn. At a virtual town hall held on March 22, Totem Group, a Brooklyn -based real estate development firm, shared preliminary plans to build a large mixed-use building next

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Arup’s highest timber-hybrid tower block in the Netherlands is completed

designboom

the high-rise tower is a thoughtful example for future cities, combining innovative sustainability with high-quality architecture. The post Arup’s highest timber-hybrid tower block in the Netherlands is completed appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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What is going on at SCI-Arc?

The Architect's Newsletter

Last week, SCI-Arc undergraduate chair Tom Wiscombe and history and theory coordinator Marrikka Trotter were teaching, grading, and attending meetings. But as of yesterday they were both placed on administrative [.]. Read More. The post What is going on at SCI-Arc? appeared first on The Architect’s Newspaper.

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The 'Putin's Palace' architect allegedly owes Italy a massive tax bill

Archinect

Lanfranco Cirillo, the designer of a mysterious 18,000 sq. m mansion on the Black Sea that many believe was built for the Russian President Vladimir Putin, is being investigated by the Italian authorities for allegedly failing to pay a €50m tax bill. Officials raided the 63-year-old Italian architect’s own sizeable villa in February, where they discovered and confiscated a treasure trove of works by artists including Pablo Picasso, Paul Cézanne, [and] Wassily Kandinsky.

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McGregor Coxall and Noxon Giffen unveil Grampians Peaks Trail Cabins in Victoria, Australia

Avontuura

Setting a new benchmark for cultural ecotourism, the newly completed Grampians Peaks Trail (GPT) is now open to the world. The post McGregor Coxall and Noxon Giffen unveil Grampians Peaks Trail Cabins in Victoria, Australia appeared first on Åvontuura.

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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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Nendo designs plant-filled communication lounge for Japanese homebuilder company in Osaka

designboom

the architects installed glass doors throughout the design which bring a sense of openness by drawing natural light in. The post Nendo designs plant-filled communication lounge for Japanese homebuilder company in Osaka appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Loft A by Arrova | Atelier. Rojo - Vergara | Living space

Architonic

The new dwelling is the result of the transformation of an old motorbike repair shop in the Milagrosa district of Pamplona. The intention of the project is to be a kind of prototype for this form of reconversion in the neighborhood, as it has a large number of industrial premises now in disuse and their transformation would greatly help to revitalize the area, a possibility that is however unknown in many cases to the local residents.

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Joseph Choma will become the next Director of the School of Architecture at Florida Atlantic University

Archinect

Clemson University ’s Joseph Choma has been announced as the next Director of the School of Architecture at Florida Atlantic University (FAU). Choma is currently the Director of the Design Topology Lab and has been the Director of Clemson’s Master of Science in Architecture program since July. Choma will take office effective July 1st and replaces Associate Professor Francis E.

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Oxford’s eccentric Shark House is now a heritage site (despite its owner’s objections)

The Spaces

In Headington, on the outskirts of Oxford , a 25-ft fibreglass shark by Bill Heine crashes through the roof of a suburban terrace – a 35-year-long protest against censorship, state warfare and planning restrictions. The artwork has long been a local landmark, but the council’s new heritage site designation, celebrating the sculpture’s ‘special contribution to the community is simultaneously lampooning its anti-establishment message – and drawing criticism from the artist’

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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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Nicholas Préaud infuses dreamy, minimalist home with Mediterranean warmth

designboom

A collection of rugs designed by ARJÉ and brought to life by Nordic Knots come to complete this ethereal atmosphere. The post Nicholas Préaud infuses dreamy, minimalist home with Mediterranean warmth appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Tokyo’s Nakagin Capsule Tower set to be demolished in April

The Architect's Newsletter

In recent months, it has been less a matter of if Tokyo’s Nakagin Capsule Tower, the famed Metabolist landmark designed by the late Kisho Kurokawa, would be wholly dismantled to [.]. Read More. The post Tokyo’s Nakagin Capsule Tower set to be demolished in April appeared first on The Architect’s Newspaper.

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Kevin Lippert, influential Princeton Architectural Press founder, has passed away aged 63

Archinect

The architecture and publishing worlds have lost an icon after news broke yesterday about the passing of legendary Princeton Architectural Press founder Kevin Lippert on March 29th following a long battle with cancer. Lippert founded the Press while still a student at the Princeton University School of Architecture in 1981. He was instrumental in publishing Steven Holl ’s seminal 1989 manifesto Anchoring , which launched the architect’s name into the mainstream and continues to be co

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Ten self-designed studios by architects and designers

Deezen

From a forest cabin to a converted chapel, our latest lookbook features ten workspaces from the Dezeen archive that were created by architects and designers for their own use. Highlights include Benjamin Hubert 's design for his studio Layer , the Lisbon practice of Portuguese architects Aires Mateus and a colourful couple's office for the duo behind interiors firm 2LG Studio.

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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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House of Remembrance by Neri&Hu is a courtyard house surrounded by gardens

designboom

While the ground level opens broadly on all sides, the private areas are tucked away into the gable roof. The post House of Remembrance by Neri&Hu is a courtyard house surrounded by gardens appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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East German architecture leaves a lingering legacy in Vietnam

The Architect's Newsletter

Building Socialism: The Afterlife of East German Architecture in Urban Vietnam By Christina Schwenkel Duke University Press, 2020 MSRP $31 In 2010, anthropologist Christina Schwenkel moved into the dilapidated modernist [.]. Read More. The post East German architecture leaves a lingering legacy in Vietnam appeared first on The Architect’s Newspaper.

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David Adjaye and HOK are both named as TIME100 honorees

Archinect

David Adjaye has been given a TIME100 Impact Award, and HOK has made the magazine’s list of the 100 most influential companies as part of the annual designation released this week. The two are the sole representatives of the architectural industry on a pair of lists that includes multiple online retailers, tech company leaders, houses of finance, and engineering concerns.

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Loader Monteith completes "invisible" restoration of Peter Womersley's High Sunderland house

Deezen

Architecture studio Loader Monteith has renovated a modernist house in the Scottish Borders that was damaged in a fire, using a light touch to reinstate its original design by architect Peter Womersley. Womersley designed the High Sunderland house in 1957 for internationally renowned textile designers Bernat and Margaret Klein, who lived in it for over 50 years.

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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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Artist Felipe Pantone adds pixelated patterns to Poltrona Frau’s Archibald armchair

designboom

Poltrona Frau’s 110th Anniversary Poltrona Frau celebrates its 110th anniversary by tapping Argentinian-Spanish artist Felipe Pantone, fueled by their shared belief in an analog past and a digitized future. The collaboration gives birth to the reinvention of the Archibald armchair – one of the brand’s iconic models – as the artist splashes his signature […].

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Pittsburgh is the latest city to gain a freeway capping park

The Architect's Newsletter

With the completion of the $32 million Frankie Pace Park, Pittsburgh has joined the likes of Dallas, Seattle, and other cities where neighborhoods have been disconnected and the urban fabric [.]. Read More. The post Pittsburgh is the latest city to gain a freeway capping park appeared first on The Architect’s Newspaper.

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Arup completes the Netherlands' tallest timber-hybrid residential building

Archinect

Arup has designed and engineered the Netherlands ’ tallest timber -hybrid residential building. Completed this year, HAUT is part of the country’s commitment to becoming climate-neutral by 2050, in which the use of timber as a building material has been identified as one of the most effective ways to accelerate decarbonization. As noted by Arup, in 2021, over 80 Dutch companies signed the Green Deal covenant Houtbouw of the Metropoolregio Amsterdam.

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Anacapa Architecture overhauls Vista Residence to frame views of California landscape

Deezen

Blackened wood and large stretches of glass form the exterior of a 1970s home that has been renovated by American studio Anacapa Architecture. The Vista Residence sits in the hills of Montecito, a coastal town in central California. Charred wood clads the California house. Photo is by Erin Feinblatt. Anacapa Architecture , a studio located in the nearby city of Santa Barbara, was tasked with updating a single-storey, 1978 house that was designed by an unknown architect.

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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.