Sat.Dec 03, 2022 - Fri.Dec 09, 2022

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How to Be a Better Architect: A Residential Architect’s Perspective

Aric Gitomer Architect

Years’ worth of study , design development, software skills, and sleepless nights might have made you the architect you are today. But, there is so much more to achieve and as Robert Frost rightly said “miles to go before I sleep”. I have been a residential architect for over thirty-five years. My work gives me peace and thrill simultaneously.

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BGN Penthouse / Estúdio Mangava

ArchDaily

© Lela Leme. architects: Estúdio Mangava Location: Campinas, Estado de São Paulo, Brazil Project Year: 2022 Photographs: Lela Leme Area: 160.0 m2. Read more ».

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RIBA announces 2022 President's Medal student winners

Archinect

Continuing their work to recognize the valuable contributions of academics and researchers to the architectural field, the Royal Institute of Architects (RIBA) has announced its annual winners of the President’s Medal and Awards for Research. The 186th edition of the program saw UCL Bartlett School student Annabelle Tan taking home the RIBA Silver Medal for her investigation into notions of ‘tropicality’ in the context of Singapore titled 'A Journey through Past, Present and Po

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Civic Architects complete innovative shoe museum in historic centre of Waalwijk

Avontuura

The Schoenenkwartier Museum is a new and innovative knowledge centre for shoe design, shoe production and shoe fashion. The post Civic Architects complete innovative shoe museum in historic centre of Waalwijk appeared first on Åvontuura.

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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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Electrification & Decarbonization of Buildings

SW Oregon Architect

Photo by Doris Morgan on Unsplash Jan Filinger of Studio.e Architecture brought to my attention the advocacy efforts of many in our community to transition away from the built environment’s reliance upon fossil fuels. The impacts of climate change—including catastrophic drought and wildfires here in the western United States—are increasingly evident and intensifying exponentially.

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Adjaye Associates designs major 35-acre master plan for Cleveland waterfront

Archinect

Adjaye Associates has designed a major master plan along the Cleveland riverfront in collaboration with real estate firm Bedrock. The Cuyahoga Riverfront development spans 35 acres and is described by its designers as a “15-to-20-year vision” that “prioritizes accessibility, equity, sustainability, and resilience with the development of an 18-hour, 15-minute downtown.

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Tham & Videgård Arkitekter design house on a hill overlooking Stockholm’s archipelago landscape

Avontuura

We envisioned the house as reduced to pure structure where indoor and outdoor spaces mix and let the emphasis remain on the scenery outside. The post Tham & Videgård Arkitekter design house on a hill overlooking Stockholm’s archipelago landscape appeared first on Åvontuura.

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kengo kuma designs observatory/café in japan as a ‘staircase to the sky’

designboom

the tottori takahama café appears as a hybrid structure of cross-laminated timber and reinforced concrete, seemingly stepping upward. The post kengo kuma designs observatory/café in japan as a ‘staircase to the sky’ appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Earth Farmhouse / Studio Verge

ArchDaily

© Akila Venkat & Chakkaravarthy. architects: Studio Verge Location: Jowlagiri, Tamil Nadu 635118, India Project Year: 2021 Photographs: Akila Venkat & Chakkaravarthy Area: 80.0 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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OMA completes stepped Greenpoint Landing towers in Brooklyn

Archinect

Construction has been completed on OMA’s Eagle + West towers along the Brooklyn waterfront. Designed in collaboration with Beyer Blinder Belle , the towers represent OMA’s first high-rise scheme in New York. The 600,000-square-foot development comprises two towers and a seven-story building, holding a total of 745 residential units. The two towers lean into and away from each other, with expanding and contracting forms determined by an attempt to maximize internal efficiency.

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Andrés Jaque / Office for Political Innovation designs school that empowers children to deal with unpredictable challenges and potentials

Avontuura

The design of Reggio School is based on the idea that architectural environments can arouse in children a desire for exploration and inquiry. The post Andrés Jaque / Office for Political Innovation designs school that empowers children to deal with unpredictable challenges and potentials appeared first on Åvontuura.

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Santiago Calatrava unveils illuminated World Trade Center church

Deezen

The St Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church, which replaces a church destroyed in the 9/11 attack, has officially opened at the World Trade Center site in New York. Designed by Spanish architect Santiago Calatrava, the building replaces a 19th-century church that was destroyed on 11 September 2001. The Santiago Calatrava-designed St Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church has officially opened.

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HAVEN Residence / VSP Architects

ArchDaily

© Turtle Arts Photography. architects: VSP Architects Location: Kochi, Kerala, India Project Year: 2021 Photographs: Turtle Arts Photography Area: 2600.0 ft2. 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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HKS and Hood Design Studio’s CMNTY Culture development set for a 2024 groundbreaking in Hollywood

Archinect

An updated version of HKS and Hood Design Studio ’s musically-inspired CMNTY Culture campus in Hollywood has been shared after the results of an initial study for the project were published by the Los Angeles Department of City Planning recently. Urbanize LA has details on the promising development, which, when completed, will be one of the largest Black-owned enterprises in the city.

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‘urinate with elegance’: duolingo exhibits wonky english mistranslations in tokyo

designboom

duolingo’s museum of wonky english captures the playful nature of translating a language. The post ‘urinate with elegance’: duolingo exhibits wonky english mistranslations in tokyo appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Dezeen's top 10 US architecture projects of 2022

Deezen

As part of our review of the year , Americas editor Ben Dreith recaps the architectural projects completed in the United States in 2022 that drew the admiration – and ire – of Dezeen readers. Though single-family residences and skyscrapers often attract the most attention, we've selected projects from a variety of categories that were popular on Dezeen in 2022.

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Spaarndammerhart Housing / Marcel Lok_Architect + Korth Tielens Architects

ArchDaily

© Dennis De Smet. architects: Korth Tielens Architects architects: Marcel Lok_Architect Location: Spaarndammerbuurt, 1013 SK Amsterdam, The Netherlands Project Year: 2021 Photographs: Dennis De Smet Photographs: Area: 12676.0 m2. Read more ».

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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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Testbeds is giving discarded architectural mock-ups new life in New York's community gardens

Archinect

A new project from New York-based duo New Affiliates is making headlines in the Queens neighborhood of Edgemere, where architects Ivi Diamantopoulou and Jaffer Kolb have invented a radical new way of reusing one of the design processes’ most wasteful customs – discarded architectural mock-ups. With the help of Columbia GSAPP doctoral candidate Samuel Stewart-Halevy, the pair have begun a pilot program called Testbeds that takes the temporary structures and repurposes them as toolshed

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TOP 10 museums and cultural venues of 2022

designboom

from a curved corten steel corner attached to the danish refugee museum to a private art gallery clad in movable, shimmering copper tiles, designboom highlights the top 10 museums of 2022. The post TOP 10 museums and cultural venues of 2022 appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Clementine Blakemore Architects transforms stone barns into accessible holiday homes

Deezen

London-based studio Clementine Blakemore Architects has renovated a series of derelict 19th-century agricultural buildings in Dorset to create the Wraxall Yard holiday homes. The Wraxall Yard complex, which also features a community space and a workshop, is part of a wider project by the owners of the site to provide universal access to the landscape and enhance the area's biodiversity.

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If Ever a Home Framed Views, It’s This Boxy Seaside Retreat in Greece

Dwell

Design firm Neiheiser Argyros stripped a grid-like ’70s home to its essence in service of the Mediterranean setting. Houses We Love: Every day we feature a remarkable space submitted by our community of architects, designers, builders, and homeowners. Have a project to share? Post it here. Project Details: Location: Evoia, Greece Architect: Neiheiser Argyros / @ neiheiser_argyros Footprint: 2,690 square feet Year: 2022 Structural Engineer: Michalis Michelatos Landscape Design: Greenplus Main Con

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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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Mithun is named the AIA Architecture Firm Award winner for 2023

Archinect

Continuing its annual tradition of honoring America’s top practitioners, the American Institute of Architects (AIA) has named Mithun the AIA Architecture Firm Award winner for the year 2023. Mithun was joined by Gold Medal winner Carol Ross Barney in the awards announcement, which mentioned their ability to bring about positive change through a “holistic, interdisciplinary pursuit of architecture.

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in portugal, ‘casa em tróia’ by BICA arquitectos seamlessly mirrors its coastal surroundings

designboom

‘casa em tróia’: a chameleon-like volume facing the sea Facing the deep blue waters of Grândola in Portugal, ‘Casa Em Tróia’ seemingly emerges from the coastal landscape, shaping itself out of the sand as it moves inland. This chameleon-like transition was conceived by BICA Arquitectos, who was greatly inspired by the residence’s expansive natural […].

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Mork-Ulnes completes eight-sided Octothorpe House in Oregon desert

Deezen

Mork-Ulnes Architects has completed a single-family residence in Oregon with a dark exterior and interconnected spaces without corridors that was built using American-made cross-laminated timber. The 3,340-square-foot (310-square metre) Octothorpe House is located in Bend, Oregon , a small city 160 miles (257 kilometres) southeast of Portland. Octothorpe House is an eight-sided cabin in the Oregon desert.

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Santiago Calatrava’s St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church is finally open

The Architect's Newsletter

After years of construction delays the St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church and National Shrine redesigned by Santiago Calatrava is open and aglow. Located adjacent to the World Trade Center site, [.]. Read More. The post Santiago Calatrava’s St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church is finally open appeared first on The Architect’s Newspaper.

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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.