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Nicole Hollis on NICOLEHOLLIS: 'One Thing I Have Learned Is That Nothing Replaces a Site Visit'

Archinect

For the latest episode of our Studio Snapshot series, Archinect connected with Nicole Hollis, Founding Principal and Creative Director of award-winning design firm NICOLEHOLLIS. Established in 2002 and run in partnership with her husband, CEO Lewis Heathcote, the San Francisco-based practice has grown into a household name in the world of luxury residential, hospitality, and product design.

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Shim-Sutcliffe and Atelier Ace design transformative hotel in Toronto’s historic Garment District

Avontuura

The building’s character and material palette recall the robustness of the surrounding brick-and-beam factories and warehouses. The post Shim-Sutcliffe and Atelier Ace design transformative hotel in Toronto’s historic Garment District appeared first on Åvontuura.

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Ruiz Community Center / bgp arquitectura

ArchDaily

© Jaime Navarro. architects: bgp arquitectura Location: Ruiz, Nayarit, Mexico Project Year: 2021 Photographs: Jaime Navarro Area: 1169.0 m2. Read more ».

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Influences: Christian Norberg-Schulz

SW Oregon Architect

Christian Norberg-Schulz An earlier blog entry of mine, “ Genealogy of Influence ,” promised a series of posts about the architects and theorists who influenced my architectural world view. This is the latest post in the series. Christian Norberg-Schulz (1926-2000) was a Norwegian architect, educator, and architectural theorist. Though he initially worked as an architect—being a member of PAGON (Progressive Architects Group Oslo Norway), with whom he designed several notable rowhouse projects in

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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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11 projects win in 2022 North American Copper in Architecture Awards

Archinect

The Copper Development Association (CDA) in unison with the Copper Alliance has named the eleven 2022 winners of the annual North American Copper in Architecture Awards (NACIA). Inaugurated in 2008, the award recognizes outstanding applications of the material in restoration projects and new construction on the continent. Copper has typically been used as a preferred formal and decorative element in government architecture, which is reflected in the inclusion of several courthouse and similar pr

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Jae Jiwa Jae Kasinda Bungalows / RDMA

ArchDaily

© Nilai Asia. architects: RDMA Location: Bandung, Bandung City, West Java, Indonesia Project Year: 2022 Photographs: Nilai Asia Area: 280.0 m2. Read more ».

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artist slapped a mcdonald’s pickle on a ceiling & now it’s selling for 6,300 USD

designboom

titled 'pickle', the sculpture by artist matthew griffin is part of the exhibition at michael lett in auckland by fine arts, sydney gallery. The post artist slapped a mcdonald’s pickle on a ceiling & now it’s selling for 6,300 USD appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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The Line, the largest part of Saudi Arabia’s ambitious NEOM project, looks like a total fantasy

Archinect

A clearer picture of Saudi Arabia’s mind-blowing NEOM megaproject is coming together after Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman’s office unveiled plans for an elevated 170-kilometer (105 miles) long linear city called The Line that he says will eventually house more than 9 million people. According to the Saudi government, The Line will “embody how urban communities will be in the future in an environment free from roads, cars, and emissions.

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Happy House overlooks a natural cove in Girona

Avontuura

The Happy House is a private house that sits on the slope of Aiguablava, in Begur (Girona – Spain), overlooking the natural cove. The post Happy House overlooks a natural cove in Girona 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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Quadro Headquarters / studio wok

ArchDaily

© Marcello Mariana. architects: studio wok Location: 28017 San Maurizio d'Opaglio, Province of Novara, Italy Project Year: 2022 Photographs: Marcello Mariana Area: 370.0 m2. Read more ».

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stilted ‘minas house’ by studio MK27 rests amid rainforest garden in brazil

designboom

the volume, holding two concrete slabs and three boxed volumes, is lifted 10 meters above ground, framing sweeping views of the minas gerais mountainscape. The post stilted ‘minas house’ by studio MK27 rests amid rainforest garden in brazil appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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UNStudio wins competition for a new mixed-use residential development in Romania

Archinect

Romanian developers IULIUS group have recently announced their selection of a design from UNStudio in a shortlisted competition to deliver a mixed-use development called Palas Residential to the historic city of Iasi. The firm’s plan beat out others from MVRDV , Foster + Partners , and Zaha Hadid Architects and will occupy a site adjacent to the Palace of Culture in a rapidly regenerating, new commercial district in Iasi’s central core.

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EGR Atelier D’Architecture creates new monument and civic space for the medieval hilltop village of Biot

Avontuura

The roof constitutes a new floor in the continuity of the public square, and the nearby historic center of Biot, France. The post EGR Atelier D’Architecture creates new monument and civic space for the medieval hilltop village of Biot appeared first on Åvontuura.

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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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American architects select the country's 10 most influential buildings

Deezen

Philip Johnson's Glass House and a Frank Lloyd Wright home are among the buildings that leading American architects have selected as the USA 's most significant pieces of architecture of all time. Dezeen asked 10 American architects, including American Institute of Architects (AIA) president Kimberly Dowdell and veteran New York architect Robert AM Stern , to name the US building project that is most important to them and the history of America's architecture.

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alexis dornier’s stilt studios reveals spacious one-bedroom living concept in bali

designboom

built as an extension of the existing grün canggu resort in bali, 'studio N' is largely inspired by the tropical pavilion concept, with its calm color tones and open layout. The post alexis dornier’s stilt studios reveals spacious one-bedroom living concept in bali appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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This Tel Aviv residential project blends two contemporary buildings with a historic villa

Archinect

Tel Aviv -based Bar Orian Architects has unveiled a new residential project that blends past and present by integrating two contemporary buildings with a historic, early 20th-century villa. The development, titled Villa Rothschild, sits along Tel Aviv’s Rothschild Boulevard. The original structure known as the Beit Awad Villa was designed in 1926 by Russian architect Joseph Berlin.

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tonkin liu designs biomimetic tower and shell lace structure for low-carbon energy centre in Manchester

Avontuura

The Tower of Light is a 40-metre tall tower supporting and enclosing flues for a new low-carbon energy centre in Manchester’s city centre. The post tonkin liu designs biomimetic tower and shell lace structure for low-carbon energy centre in Manchester appeared first on Åvontuura.

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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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Leopold Banchini Architects perches wooden shack above an Australian creek

Deezen

Swiss practice Leopold Banchini Architects has completed a wooden shack in New South Wales, Australia , that overlooks a remote creek through a fully-glazed facade. Marramarra Shack, named after the Marramarra Creek on which it sits, takes its cues from the area's history as an early British settlement on Darug land, repurposing wooden telegraph poles and an old jetty for its structure and furniture.

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this house by tecture is a composition of concrete ‘blades’ in australia

designboom

a five-car garage is covered by a vertical timber screen punctuated by a large concrete 'blade.'. The post this house by tecture is a composition of concrete ‘blades’ in australia appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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The Black Reconstruction Collective honors cultural practitioners Tonika Lewis Johnson and Ife Salema Vanable in inaugural prize

Archinect

Continuing with its mission to support and acknowledge Black cultural agents of change within the community, the Black Reconstruction Collective (BRC) has announced the winners of its inaugural Black Reconstruction Collective Prize. Made possible with support from the Mellon Foundation, the BRC recognizes Chicago-based photographer/social justice artist Tonika Lewis Johnson and Bronx-based architect, historian, and theorist Ife Salema Vanable as this year's winners.

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The Real Homes of Real Architects

Dwell

It may be a cliché career for a rom com character, but the life of a working architect is far from that fantasy—just ask these current and former employees at the first firm to attempt to unionize. When you picture the kind of architect’s home that’s usually featured in a publication like Dwell, you probably see soaring ceilings; straight lines in blond wood; a house with an… interesting silhouette that has more window square footage in one room than you’d find in the entirety of a typical city

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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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Yvette van Zyl completes modernist-informed home overlooking South African coast

Deezen

Local architect Yvette van Zyl has created a home for herself and her husband in the seaside town of Mossel Bay, South Africa , combining nautical and modernist influences with a rich palette of textures, materials and colours. Perched on a slope facing the ocean and harbour, the two-bedroom home has a rectilinear form that sits atop a dark brick plinth and overlooks the sea through porthole-like windows.

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atspace architects converts kyoto machiya townhouse into SOKOKU celadon gallery + café

designboom

the japanese townhouse which served as a pottery workshop in the 1900s, is now a gallery and café that showcase the ceramic works of sokoku. The post atspace architects converts kyoto machiya townhouse into SOKOKU celadon gallery + café appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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DLR Group's Dream Hotel in Las Vegas begins construction

Archinect

A new 21-story luxury hotel tower by DLR Group has officially broken ground in Las Vegas. The Dream Las Vegas Hotel & Casino will sit along the Las Vegas Strip adjacent to the iconic “Welcome to Las Vegas” sign. The project is expected to be hotel brand and management company Dream Hotel Group’s new flagship property. Image courtesy of DLR Group The hotel will feature 531 guest rooms and suites.

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A Cozy Home on the Rugged Welsh Coast Takes Cross-Laminated Timber to Its Limits

Dwell

The carbon-sequestering construction is on display throughout the interiors, where Maich Swift Architects added subtle finishes and fixtures for warm, welcoming spaces. Houses We Love: Every day we feature a remarkable space submitted by our community of architects, designers, builders, and homeowners. Project Details: Location: Gower Peninsula, Wales Architect: Maich Swift Architects / @maichswift Builder: Paul Thomas & Son Structural Engineer (Foundations): Constant Structural Design Timbe

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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.