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Drawing Isn’t Dead: How Architectural Sketching Can Thrive in the Digital Era

Architizer

The long-held debate of hand drawing vs. computer-aided design may never come to a close, and in many ways, the conversation has only become more confounding with the plethora of computerized tools now on the market today. This debate sees a split down the line, with many continuing to champion hand drawing while others advocating for the huge benefits of working with digital graphics.

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Construction to begin on 'energy-positive' brick tower by Mecanoo in Amsterdam

Archinect

Mecanoo is moving ahead with a 28-story tower in north Amsterdam. The mixed-use residential and commercial tower, whose inception we covered in 2020 , has been formally approved by city officials and will now move forward to construction later this month. Completion is expected in 2025. Named the Brink Tower after the Dutch word for open green space, the scheme is imagined as a ‘visual and social link’ between two existing residential neighborhoods in north Amsterdam.

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New AI Image Generator Can Help Users Redesign Their Own Interior Spaces

ArchDaily

© Interior AI. Interior AI is a new platform that helps users generate new styles and even new functions for their interior spaces. The program uses the input of a 2D image of an interior space, be it a picture found on the internet or a photograph taken by the user. It can then modify this picture to fit one of the 16 preselected styles, ranging from Minimalist, Art nouveau, or Biophilic to Baroque or Cyberpunk.

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Eugene/Architecture/Alphabet: K

SW Oregon Architect

The Kennell Ellis Building (my photo) This is the next in my Eugene/Architecture/Alphabet series of blog posts, the focus of each being a landmark building here in Eugene. Many of these will be familiar to most who live here but there are likely to be a few buildings that are less so. My selection criteria for each will be threefold: The building must be of architectural interest, local importance, or historically significant.

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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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SOM announce opening of Wellesley College Science Complex

Avontuura

The complex opens onto a reimagined landscape, which introduces new gardens that will be used for scientific and ecological pedagogy. The post SOM announce opening of Wellesley College Science Complex appeared first on Åvontuura.

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What Materials Can Promote Health in Interior Architecture?

ArchDaily

Boa Mistura’s Headquarters / ESTUYO Studio. Image © Javier de Paz García. Recent statistics suggest that if someone lives until they are 80, around 72 of those years will be spent inside buildings. This makes sense if we bear in mind that, when not at home, humans are working, learning or engaging in fun activities mostly in enclosed, built settings.

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Henning Larsen designs wooden Ørestad Church with cluster of trapezoidal roofs

Deezen

Danish architecture studio Henning Larsen has released its design for Ørestad Church, the first church to be built in Copenhagen for more than 30 years, which will be made from wood and have a bark-like facade. Described by Henning Larsen as a "modern monument," the church will be located close to the protected natural area of Amager Fæelled in the Danish capital.

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This open-air museum in Israel teaches visitors about life and work in the Dead Sea region

Avontuura

The visitor’s center is based upon the restoration and preservation of the original Potash Company Site in Sodom. The post This open-air museum in Israel teaches visitors about life and work in the Dead Sea region appeared first on Åvontuura.

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MVRDV's first U.S. building creates a 'colorful vertical village' in upper Manhattan

Archinect

MVRDV has unveiled final images of the Radio Hotel and Tower in upper Manhattan , marking the Dutch firm’s first completed building in the United States. Located in New York’s Washington Heights, and delivered for developer Youngwoo & Associates with Stonehill Taylor as architects of record, the scheme is described as a colorful “urban village” providing “much-needed hotel , office , and hospitality amenities” for the area.

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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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Flintstone6 House / Mitti

ArchDaily

© Syam Sreesylam. architects: Mitti Location: Chembaltradi Rd, Kodiga Timmanapalli, Tamil Nadu 635117, India Project Year: 2022 Photographs: Syam Sreesylam Photographs: Roshan Satish Paliath Area: 180.0 m2. Read more ».

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Jensen Architects revamps Stanford Residence in California for IDEO co-founder

Deezen

US studio Jensen Architects has updated and expanded a mid-century residence on the Stanford University campus that belongs to David Kelley, who helped start the global design firm IDEO. Designed in 1963 by American homebuilder Ditz-Crane, the ranch-style house is located within a faculty residential enclave on the Stanford campus in northern California.

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diffuse lighting + sloping volumes define apollo architects’ new house in tokyo

designboom

the minimalist interiors are elevated by the owners' few superfluous possessions. The post diffuse lighting + sloping volumes define apollo architects’ new house in tokyo appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Meet LA-to-Auckland studio Fearon Hay Architects: Your Next Employer?

Archinect

Following last week’s visit to the Design Trust for Public Space in New York City, we are moving our Meet Your Next Employer series back to Los Angeles this week where we meet Fearon Hay Architects. Founded in 1998 by Tim Hay and Jeff Fearon, the practice has since grown to operate studios in Los Angeles and Auckland, New Zealand. The firm’s projects, which span the globe, are united by what the studio calls a "commitment to design excellence, a thoughtful consideration of site and p

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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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404 Residence / Office Sugurufukuda

ArchDaily

© Yuta Itagaki | Kiengi. architects: Office Sugurufukuda Location: Tokyo, Japan Project Year: 2020 Photographs: Yuta Itagaki | Kiengi Area: 50.0 m2. Read more ».

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MAD completes Quzhou Stadium as part of world's "largest earth-sheltered building"

Deezen

Architecture studio MAD Architects has completed a sinuous concrete stadium embedded into the ground and covered in grass roofs in Quzhou, China. Conceived as "a piece of land art", the 33,731-square-metre stadium will seat 30,000 people. Its interior, described by MAD Architects as "crater-like," has undulating seating that was designed to follow that of the surrounding landscape.

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ancient chinese ‘hui-style’ architecture meets modernity in historical building in hangzhou

designboom

design studio outlooker renovated a centuries-old building in hangzhou, china, into a contemporary tea room and guesthouse. The post ancient chinese ‘hui-style’ architecture meets modernity in historical building in hangzhou appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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The most-liked Instagram posts of summer 2022 on @archinect

Archinect

As we're entering the homestretch of 2022, it's a good moment to take a quick glance back at the highlights on Archinect's Instagram feed this past quarter. Perhaps you're already one of @archinect 's nearly 90k followers or not (yet) — check out the most popular posts of the past three months, showcasing stand-out projects from various firm profiles on Archinect as well as from here, our news and features editorial sections.

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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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Portlands Place East Village / HawkinsBrown

ArchDaily

© Simon Kennedy. architects: HawkinsBrown Location: Stratford, London E20 1JT, United Kingdom Project Year: 2022 Photographs: Simon Kennedy Photographs: Ruth Ward Photographs: Adrian Lambert Photographs: Jack Hobhouse Area: 57090.0 m2. Read more ».

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Wilkinson Eyre completes long-awaited redevelopment of iconic Battersea Power Station

Deezen

Architecture studio Wilkinson Eyre has unveiled the redeveloped Battersea Power Station in London ahead of its opening next week, almost 40 years after the building was decommissioned. The former power station, which now contains over 100 shops, 46,000 square metres of office space for technology brand Apple and 254 apartments is set to officially open to the public on 14 October.

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zena holloway launches a collection of bio-designs grown entirely from grass root

designboom

the project explores the promising possibility of root-grown textiles and imagines a future where fashion is sustainable and compostable. The post zena holloway launches a collection of bio-designs grown entirely from grass root appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Super Nintendo World at Universal Studios Hollywood is taking shape

Archinect

Get ready to enter the “World of Mario, Luigi and Princess Peach” as construction crews work to bring Super Nintendo World at Universal Studios Hollywood to life. Sky5 captured video of the construction progress Wednesday as crews worked on various aspects of the project, such as the Warp Pipe entrance and Bowser’s Castle. This latest Universal Studios Hollywood expansion will be the first Super Nintendo World in the United States, following the opening of its counterpart at Un

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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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BIG completes a planted tower in Singapore with a facade that pulls apart

The Architect's Newsletter

Brought to you by: Architect: Bjarke Ingels Group (BIG), Carlo Ratti Associati Location:Singapore Completion Date: September, 2022 View More Project Info The newest contribution to Singapore’s reputation as a city [.]. Read More. The post BIG completes a planted tower in Singapore with a facade that pulls apart appeared first on The Architect’s Newspaper.

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Twelve dramatic skybridges that push the limits of engineering

Deezen

After Foster + Partners completed a pair of skyscrapers connected by a suspension bridge , Dezeen rounds up a dozen buildings that feature various types of skybridges. Bridge structures that span buildings high up in mid-air are now a common trick for architects to show off in skyscraper projects. Among the earliest examples is the famous Bridge of Sighs in Venice, which was completed in 1600, but skybridges have become increasingly common and ambitious in recent years thanks to advances in engi

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porous terracotta air conditioning system ‘nave’ uses water to cool spaces without electricity

designboom

the system is customizable and modular, consisting of free-standing, wall-mounted units that can be fitted to any part of the house. The post porous terracotta air conditioning system ‘nave’ uses water to cool spaces without electricity appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Archtober 2022: Explore NYC's Buildings of the Day with architect-led tours

Archinect

It's that time of the year again: Archtober , New York City's Architecture and Design Month, is back. Now in its 12th year, the annual festival has returned with another packed calendar featuring lectures, tours, workshops, screenings, and other exciting live special events across the five boroughs. Organized by the Center for Architecture in collaboration with numerous partners, Archtober is once again presenting its popular Building of the Day series, inviting New Yorkers and visitors to explo

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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.