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‘Every Piece of Architecture is First a Work of Fiction’; A Conversation with Ole Scheeren

Archinect

For the past 30 years, Ole Scheeren has built a career defined by an internationalist outlook. The German architect has lived in 10 countries, and worked in 25, always guided by a philosophy that recognizes "the power of bringing people, cultures, and practices closer together." Nowhere is Scheeren's philosophy better encapsulated than through Büro Ole Scheeren ; the firm that Scheeren founded in 2010 having previously served as a Partner and Director at OMA.

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Call for ArchDaily Interns: Projects Team 2023

ArchDaily

Once again, ArchDaily is looking for a proactive and curious architecture enthusiast to join our team of interns in 2023. As a Projects Intern, you will be part of the team in charge of curating and coordinating all project publications on ArchDaily. The team searches for worldwide built works to add to a database, based on its contribution to the development of architecture and/or its usefulness to the profession.

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WALLMAKERS design hidden home with whirlpool effect in India

Avontuura

Chuzhi is a project that helps to understand what can be built in odd sites that are generally deemed ‘unsuitable’ for construction. The post WALLMAKERS design hidden home with whirlpool effect in India appeared first on Åvontuura.

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The Essential Principles of a Passive House

Aric Gitomer Architect

A conversation with a residential architect might bring up passive design principles. Passive houses are now considered to be the highest energy efficiency standards. In comparison to conventional buildings, they consume around 85% less heating and cooling and can be applied to almost all kinds of designs. The following principles are central to passive house design: Airtight construction High-performance glazing Insulated structures Heat recovery ventilation Thermal bridge-free design Let us ta

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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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MASS Design Group's touching Hank Willis Thomas MLK memorial commission debuts in Boston

Archinect

The wait for artist Hank Willis Thomas and MASS Design Group ’s public memorial to Martin Luther King on the Boston Common finally ended over the weekend with a ribbon-cutting ceremony that included the sculpture's design team and a host of local political dignitaries. They were on hand to witness the unveiling of Thomas’ monumental The Embrace sculpture that now sits at the southern edge of America’s oldest public park in the newly-created 1965 Freedom Plaza, a short distance

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Land Morphology and Olson Kundig complete botanical garden and fireside terrace in Portland

Avontuura

Located in southeast Portland, the multi phase Master Plan project will fundamentally transform the botanical garden. The post Land Morphology and Olson Kundig complete botanical garden and fireside terrace in Portland appeared first on Åvontuura.

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Miguel McKelvey: From UO Architecture to WeWork IPO

SW Oregon Architect

The WeWork saga—the company’s meteorically epic rise and precipitous downfall—has become the stuff of legend: a cautionary tale about the pursuit of unrealistic financial gains, overly rapid expansion, personal greed, and an indifference for the bottom line. Adam Neumann , WeWork’s charismatic and reckless former CEO, is the individual most associate with the company’s volatile trajectory.

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Foster + Partners completes landmark 42-story office tower in Shanghai

Archinect

Foster + Partners has completed a 42-story office tower in the regenerated Suhewan area of Shanghai. Named the 'Suhe Centre for China Resources Land,' the 656-foot-tall tower is described by Foster + Partners as “a landmark building that offers truly modern workspaces which prioritize city and park views, comfort, and flexibility.” Image credit: ZHURUNZI / Foster + Partners The tower’s structure draws on the industrial aesthetic of the area’s historical Zhejiang Road Brid

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Wet Beast Office / Studioninedots

ArchDaily

© Maarten Willemstein. architects: Studioninedots Location: Delflandlaan, 1062 Amsterdam, The Netherlands Project Year: 2021 Photographs: Maarten Willemstein Area: 750.0 m2. Read more ».

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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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Mecanoo completes Villa BW cladded with multicoloured glazed tiles

Avontuura

The sloping landscape embraces Villa BW, with a building characterised by a double-curved roof with an unmistakable expression of the facade. The post Mecanoo completes Villa BW cladded with multicoloured glazed tiles appeared first on Åvontuura.

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unite d’habitation photographed by paul clemence in tribute to le corbusier

designboom

glimpse inside marseille's unite d'habitation, an icon which exemplifies le corbusier's new modern architecture. The post unite d’habitation photographed by paul clemence in tribute to le corbusier appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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C. F. Møller closes London office after 18 years

Archinect

One of Europe’s largest and most successful firms is downsizing after C. F. Møller announced the closure of its London operations last week. According to a report in AJ , the office had reported losses totaling £211,000 ($260,421) between 2019 and 2021. The firm’s sole UK outpost was opened in 2004 and entered into the liquidation process in late December after its two top directors resigned earlier in the month.

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San Ignacio House / 478

ArchDaily

© Rafael Palacios Macías. architects: 478 Location: Jalisco, Mexico Project Year: 2022 Photographs: Rafael Palacios Macías Area: 2022.0 m2. Read more ».

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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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Les Sources de Cheverny is a charming new hotel integrated into a historic castle ground in France

Avontuura

The aim of this project is to regain this historic consistency renovating the existing buildings and adding new ones. The post Les Sources de Cheverny is a charming new hotel integrated into a historic castle ground in France appeared first on Åvontuura.

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frank lloyd wright’s last completed design ‘circular sun house’ hits the market for $8,9M

designboom

circular sun house: frank lloyd wright’s last completed design Perched along a rocky cliff in Phoenix, Arizona, the ‘Circular Sun House’, Frank Lloyd Wright’s last completed architectural design, is now listed for sale for a whopping $8,950,000. Also known as the Norman Lykes House, the residence is one of 14 round houses designed by […] The post frank lloyd wright’s last completed design ‘circular sun house’ hits the market for $8,9M appeared firs

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Joshua Tree’s mirrored Invisible House lists for $18 million

Archinect

An eye-catching new landmark of an architecturally changed community is now up for grabs after designer Tomas Osinski’s Invisible House hit the market in Joshua Tree, California, for $18 million. Image courtesy Aaron Kirman Group The mirror-clad 5,490-square-foot home was completed with the help of owners and film producers Chris and Roberta Hanley in 2019 and has since alternated between an Airbnb rental and film location since completion.

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This Book-Filled Swedish Cabin Is a Bibliophile’s Dream

Dwell

Architect Fria Folket positioned a Billy bookcase from Ikea along almost every wall to house the owners’ expansive library. Houses We Love: Every day we feature a remarkable space submitted by our community of architects, designers, builders, and homeowners. Have one to share? Post it here. Project Details: Location: Bollnäs, Sweden Architect: Fria Folket / @ friafolket Footprint: 2,045 square feet From the Architect: "MA03 Library House was designed to meet the requirements of a ceramicist and

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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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Dumbo Loft by Crystal Sinclair Designs features a book-filled mezzanine

Deezen

Interiors studio Crystal Sinclair Designs has renovated a loft apartment in Brooklyn's Dumbo neighbourhood to include a mezzanine with a wall of books and a bedroom behind a glass partition. Upstate New York studio Crystal Sinclair Designs overhauled the space for a well-travelled lawyer and writer. The loft's high ceilings enabled a mezzanine library to be added.

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hiding glass house in japanese forest sees 360 degrees through all-round windows

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designed by makoto takei and chie nabeshima, the ‘ring house’ offers unobstructed views of the forest and generous open spaces. The post hiding glass house in japanese forest sees 360 degrees through all-round windows appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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AIA predicts slower growth in non-residential construction through 2023 and 2024

Archinect

The American Institute of Architects has published a forecast for nonresidential construction spending for 2023 and 2024, in which it projects positive though modest growth. The AIA Consensus Construction Forecast was computed as an average of nine separate forecasts for nonresidential construction made by industry groups. According to the AIA’s forecast, 2023 will see gains of just under 6% in nonresidential construction spending versus the previous year, with 3% for the commercial sector

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Budget Breakdown: A Seattle Family Builds a Rugged Cabin on a Remote Island for $41K

Dwell

Working with salvaged and donated materials (and without ferry service), the Stinns assemble a dreamy getaway piece by piece. The first time architect Carsten Stinn and his wife, Linda, set foot on Washington’s tiny Obstruction Island, it took them 30 minutes to trek from the shore to the plot where they would eventually build a cabin. "No one had ever done anything on the site," Carsten says.

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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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Louis Vuitton overhauls stores with Yayoi Kusama polka-dots and life-like animatronics

Deezen

Luxury brand Louis Vuitton has transformed its stores across the world for the launch of its anticipated capsule collection with Japanese contemporary artist Yayoi Kusama. The launch of the collaboration has seen a number of key stores across the world redecorated with Kusama 's signature polka-dots, life-like animatronics of Kusama painting in the windows of the stores and an inflatable replica of Kusama peering over the roof of Louis Vuitton 's Champs-Élysées store.

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kengo kuma shifts milan’s urban design with layers of wood, open spaces, and natural light

designboom

a biophilic complex in milan, ‘welcome project’ by kengo kuma attempts to use wood throughout the space along with cultivated greenery. The post kengo kuma shifts milan’s urban design with layers of wood, open spaces, and natural light appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Boston Dynamics’ humanoid robot Atlas lends a hand on the construction site

Archinect

Boston Dynamics has released a new video showcasing the capabilities of their humanoid robot Atlas. The one-minute-long YouTube video is set within a mock-up construction site, with Atlas seen assisting a human construction worker on scaffolding. Playfully titled ‘Atlas Gets a Grip,’ the video shows Atlas moving a timber plank around the mock-up site before picking up a tool bag to toss up to a construction worker on an elevated single-story scaffolding platform.

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An Architect Couple’s Minimalist Dream House Is Up for Lease in L.A.

Dwell

Perched in the hills above Silver Lake, the Lee Residence is the personal home of the founding principals of leeMundwiler Architects. Location : 1954 N Alvarado St., Los Angeles, California Price : $9,750 per month Architect : leeMundwiler Architects, FAIA Year Built : 2019 Footprint : 2,000 square feet (three bedrooms, three baths) From the Agent : " Enjoy the best Los Angeles has to offer from this perch high in the Silver Lake hills: pristine, minimalist modern architecture, panoramic downtow

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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.