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Zaha Hadid Architects has paid almost $16million to keep founder’s name

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Zaha Hadid Architects has paid almost $16million over the past five years in order to retain the name of the late Zaha Hadid in the practice name. The deal, reported by UK outlet Building Online , included $4.6m (£3.4m) to use the founder’s name in 2021, $3.8m (£2.8m) in both 2020 and 2019, $1m (£780,000) in 2018, and $3.1m (£2.3m) in 2017.

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BAU design a hybrid bridge incorporating landscape, infrastructure, and architecture

Avontuura

The figure of the bridge designed by BAU resembles a ribbon and echoes water ripples on the Yuandang Lake below. The post BAU design a hybrid bridge incorporating landscape, infrastructure, and architecture appeared first on Åvontuura.

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Architecture is Awesome #24: The Act of Building

SW Oregon Architect

This is another in my series of posts inspired by 1000 Awesome Things , the Webby Award winning blog written by Neil Pasricha. The series is my meditation on the awesome reasons why I was and continue to be attracted to the art of architecture. One of the aspects of being an architect I find most enjoyable is the opportunity to see a project take concrete shape during construction.

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this wooden dwelling in japan filters light through its translucent façade

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the final composition takes shape as a light wooden structure that plays with transparency and light. The post this wooden dwelling in japan filters light through its translucent façade appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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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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MVRDV-designed 'Sun Rock' offers itself an embodiment of Taiwan's carbon-free future

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One of Taiwan’s largest public utility companies is ready to make a bold statement about its intentions with a new operations storage facility from MVRDV called "Sun Rock" that will play a significant part in the country’s transition to a green energy economy. This is the firm’s second recent effort in the country behind the Tainan Spring adaptive reuse project that was announced in March of 2020.

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Andrés Reisinger and Alba de la Fuente design modernist house in frosty metaverse landscape

Deezen

The clean geometry of Dieter Rams ' industrial designs informed Winter House, a virtual residence by digital artist Andrés Reisinger and architect Alba de la Fuente that exists in a pink-hued winter world. Designed as a hideaway in a snowy forest, the two-storey house is characterised by floor-to-ceiling glass windows and rectilinear volumes. Winter House is a virtual residence.

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trace architecture office’s zigzag building frames unfolding views of the seaside

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the zigzag building faces different directions, lending seaside views which cinematically unfold as the visitor walks along. The post trace architecture office’s zigzag building frames unfolding views of the seaside appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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London selected as host of the 2023 Ecocity World Summit

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Climate activists in the UK are set for another round of high-stakes international climate meetings as London has just been announced as host of the 2023 Ecocity World Summit. The biannual summit has been held since 1990 and is a key platform for leaders to pore over and present effective strategies in the world’s fight against climate change.

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Escape to this alpine retreat in Mont-Blanc by Chevallier Architects

Avontuura

The raccard is an Alpine building made of wood, like an independent raised attic, including a central area, side stackers, and granary. The post Escape to this alpine retreat in Mont-Blanc by Chevallier Architects 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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Ten notable projects by Spanish architect Ricardo Bofill

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Following the news of Ricardo Bofill 's death, we've rounded up 10 stand-out projects created by the Spanish architect over his six-decade-long career. Bofill was the founder of Ricardo Bofill Taller de Arquitectura (RBTA), which he established in 1963. He passed away on 14 January at the age of 82. The esteemed architect was famed for his monumental housing projects, which often made use of geometric forms and referenced Mediterranean and Arab architecture.

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former spaceX engineers raise $50M to build autonomous freight trains

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the three engineers are building a cleaner and more efficient system for transporting freight across the united states. The post former spaceX engineers raise $50M to build autonomous freight trains appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Foster + Partners-led team chosen to design new mixed-use Stockholm Central Station

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A team led by Foster + Partners in collaboration with Swedish firm Marge Arkitekter has been unveiled as the winners of the competition for the development of Stockholm Central Station in Stockholm, Sweden. The pair is joined by LAND Arkitektur, Thornton Tomasetti , Ramboll , Wenanders, and TAM Group. Together their proposal will see the creation of an integrated transport hub for a new pedestrian-friendly mixed-use urban district.

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Heatherwick Studio completes ‘Forest-Capped Mountains’ along Shanghai waterfront

Avontuura

The site is a new mixed-use development designed to emerge as two forest-capped mountains from the waterfront in Shanghai. The post Heatherwick Studio completes ‘Forest-Capped Mountains’ along Shanghai waterfront 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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Manhattan island extension could provide homes for 250,000 people

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Rutgers professor Jason Barr has proposed adding 1,760-acres of reclaimed land, named New Mannahatta, to the tip of Manhattan island to provide housing and combat climate change. Called New Mannahatta in reference to the indigenous name for the island in New York , the plan would extend Manhattan island into New York Harbor beyond the Statue of Liberty.

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virgil abloh’s last louis vuitton show was staged within a wondrous sky blue ‘dreamhouse’

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the late artistic director's final menswear collection for louis vuitton was presented amid a surreal landscape of spatial elements. The post virgil abloh’s last louis vuitton show was staged within a wondrous sky blue ‘dreamhouse’ appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Dewan's NFT of the Tower of Babel offers infinite spiraling exhibition spaces

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Dewan Architects + Engineers have unveiled Babel 4.0, a project which the firm with headquarters in the UAE describes as “the first architecturally-inspired NFT from the Middle East.” A reinterpretation of the mythical Tower of Babel , the project speculates on the role of architects and designers in shaping futuristic metaverse landscapes.

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Theo C. Domini renovates old stone building into home and workshop in the historic Sacré Coeur district in Bordeaux

Avontuura

The intrinsic beauty of graying woods, oxidized pieces, and eroded stone leads occupants into its incomplete and fragmented parts. The post Theo C. Domini renovates old stone building into home and workshop in the historic Sacré Coeur district in Bordeaux 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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Masquespacio designs cavernous restaurant interior that nods to adobe architecture

Deezen

Local studio Masquespacio added undulating, earthy-toned walls to an intimate Valencia restaurant that takes cues from the "organic forms" of Middle Eastern architecture. Living Bakkali is located in the Spanish coastal city of Valencia and features bespoke furniture designed entirely by Masquespacio , a design studio known for its use of colour in projects.

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world’s first sea-air integrated drone redefines offshore and marine operations

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through long-range mobile communications, the drone operates remotely providing seamless transitions through land, sea, and air. The post world’s first sea-air integrated drone redefines offshore and marine operations appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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ACSA announces 2022 Timber Education Prize winners

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The Softwood Lumber Board and the Association of Collegiate Schools of Architecture (ACSA) have announced the winners of the 2022 Timber Education Prize. The selected courses will be taught in architecture schools across North America in the coming years and provide an excellent insight into the future of design education. With mass timber's popularity increasing over the years, it has become a difficult building material to obtain as of late.

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Powerhouse Company completes The Netherlands’ first mass timber university building design

Avontuura

The energy-neutral building for Tilburg University sits on a small footprint and contains 14 lecture rooms, self-study areas. The post Powerhouse Company completes The Netherlands’ first mass timber university building design appeared first on Åvontuura.

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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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Ten most popular furniture and lighting designs on Dezeen Showroom in 2021

Deezen

Dezeen Showroom featured over 600 products from a host of global brands last year. Here we round up the 10 most viewed products in 2021. Dezeen Showroom showcases the best furniture and lighting designs by over 240 brands from around the world. The section generated over two million page views in 2021. From home-office furniture and outdoor bathroom products to sculptural lighting and wooden privacy screens , here is a selection of the best-performing products featured on Dezeen Showroom: Frame

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a double height void cuts through this house in japan

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the full-height opening was strategically placed to achieve thermal control, air circulation and allow optimum daylight to flow into rooms. The post a double height void cuts through this house in japan appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Buro Happold enlisted by USC to devise sustainable design guidelines

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Buro Happold has been enlisted by the University of Southern California to craft key standards for environmental design and construction performance. The firm was selected through a competitive process to develop new sustainable design guidelines for the university. Buro Happold will lead the creation of the guidelines “ensuring that the built environment touches the earth lightly while also caring for its occupants,” as stated by Buro Happold architect and associate principal Heidi

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MoDus Architects complete stunning wood hotel transformation set against the Dolomite mountains

Avontuura

Granddaughter to the founder of the lodge, Angelika Sattler hired MoDus Architects to overhaul the structure and reimagine its identity. The post MoDus Architects complete stunning wood hotel transformation set against the Dolomite mountains appeared first on Åvontuura.

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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.