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Spooky Spaces: 7 Buildings That Wouldn’t Look Out of Place in a Horror Movie

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Browse the Architizer Jobs Board and apply for architecture and design positions at some of the world's best firms. Click here to sign up for our Jobs Newsletter. . Spooky Season is upon us, and while some readers might prefer to sidestep the eerie and the unsettling, at Architizer, we like to treat all our buildings equally. That said, we’re taking this Halloween as an opportunity to celebrate some of our favorite creepy constructions.

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Zaha Hadid Architects designs 'stratified, geological' sports complex in Hangzhou, China

Archinect

Zaha Hadid Architects has unveiled their competition-winning design for the Hangzhou International Sports Center in China. The complex will be anchored by a 60,000-seat football stadium, while also holding a 19,000-seat indoor arena, an aquatics center with two 164-foot-long pools, and practice pitches. Image credit: Brick Visual The 1.45 million-square-foot stadium is connected to the indoor arena and aquatics center via a central podium.

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Studio Bressan design hidden holiday home on the Mediterranean sea

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From the outside the site is configured as a village made of small buildings that talks to each other according to their functionality. The post Studio Bressan design hidden holiday home on the Mediterranean sea appeared first on Åvontuura.

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Art Galleries Inserted into the Urban Fabric: 8 examples of Art and Culture Introduced in Neighborhoods

ArchDaily

Carles Taché Art Gallery. Image © José Hevia. The relationship between art and humanity goes back to the origins of civilization. Museums have become places where endless collections of art and artifacts tell the history of time, humankind, cities, and thousands of other stories about cultures and societies. The role of the museum has evolved throughout the years, taking various forms and scales, one of which is the modern-day art gallery.

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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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Eugene/Architecture/Alphabet: L

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The Lane Building, east facade (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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Das Glashaus offers a chance to enjoy the preserved forest and lakes outside Berlin

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The house offers a chance to spend time in the countryside and enjoy the nearby preserved forest and lakes. The post Das Glashaus offers a chance to enjoy the preserved forest and lakes outside Berlin appeared first on Åvontuura.

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Women in Danish Architecture 1925-1975: The Stories of Four Female Role Models

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Courtesy of Dansk Arkitektur Center. During the period 1925–1975, Danish society underwent significant changes. As a result, the architects were called upon to help shape the daily lives of the citizens in modern Denmark. The role of women was also changing, following the 1915 constitutional amendment that gave women the right to vote. In the following years, the first generations of women completed their educations within the design disciplines.

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DRIFT employs luminous drones to visualize speculative architecture

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the dutch studio creates real-life, full-scale visualizations of architectural icons should they be completed or restored. The post DRIFT employs luminous drones to visualize speculative architecture appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Los Angeles to convert vacant courthouse into affordable housing

Archinect

A long-closed Los Angeles County courthouse in Sawtelle that was once a popular draw for skateboarders may soon be redeveloped for affordable housing. The County Board of Supervisors voted to buy the former West Los Angeles Courthouse at 1633 Purdue Avenue for a mixed-use, affordable housing development, City News Service reported via KFI AM 640. As detailed by The Real Deal , a motion to buy the courthouse, which has been vacant since June 2013, was proposed, asking Los Angeles County to source

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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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J. Mayer H. creates hybrid high-rise ‘Zipper’ on the banks of the Rhine in Dusseldorf-Heerdt

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Right on the Rhine, a new campus combining housing and health facilities is erected on the grounds of Dominikus-Krankenhaus. The post J. Mayer H. creates hybrid high-rise ‘Zipper’ on the banks of the Rhine in Dusseldorf-Heerdt appeared first on Åvontuura.

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House for Cellist / Unagru Architecture Urbanism

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duffy london releases new, streamlined edition of its acclaimed abyss horizon table

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duffy london casts an eye downwards with a new abyss coffee table floating effortlessly above free space. The post duffy london releases new, streamlined edition of its acclaimed abyss horizon table appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Stylish interiors celebrated at the 2022 Restaurant & Bar Design Awards

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The results have been announced of the 2022 Restaurant & Bar Design Awards , described by the organizers as “the most important and influential design competition for food and beverage spaces worldwide.” The 14th edition of the program saw 39 projects chosen from 1,220 entries submitted across 66 countries. Dedicated to “recognizing and celebrating the world’s most creative spaces and the people behind them,” the 2022 iteration sees winning projects from Europe,

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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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Atelier Architecture Vincent Parreira (AAVP) design timber and concrete housing project in Paris

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Larch wood is used as cladding on all surfaces, while the structures of the wood frame walls are made of Douglas fir. The post Atelier Architecture Vincent Parreira (AAVP) design timber and concrete housing project in Paris appeared first on Åvontuura.

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Lea Bridge Library Pavilion / Studio Weave

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© Jim Stephenson. architects: Studio Weave Location: Leyton, London, United Kingdom Project Year: 2021 Photographs: Jim Stephenson Area: 250.0 m2. Read more ».

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daughter of john delorean to produce gull-winged ‘model-JZD’ in the name of her father

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the new delorean car, named model-JZD, will run under the supervision of kat delorean, the daughter of john delorean. The post daughter of john delorean to produce gull-winged ‘model-JZD’ in the name of her father appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Brooks + Scarpa? reveals Westside LA transitional housing project inspired by Irving Gill

Archinect

Brooks + Scarpa has released images of their recently-completed Rose Apartments complex, a community housing initiative for formerly homeless teenage youths transitioning into adulthood in Venice, Los Angeles. The 20,900-square-foot, four-story design includes some 35 units of highly affordable residences for young adults who are at risk for homelessness after being separated from the state-administered system at the age of 18.

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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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Berger+Parkkinen design stone funeral chapel in southern Austria

Avontuura

The chapel is a free-standing building with an archaic, minimalist tower form that draws on the traditional burial culture of human history. The post Berger+Parkkinen design stone funeral chapel in southern Austria appeared first on Åvontuura.

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Masoro Learning & Sports Center / General Architecture Collaborative

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© Katie Garner + GAC. architects: General Architecture Collaborative Location: Masoro, Rwanda, Rwanda Project Year: 2022 Photographs: Katie Garner + GAC Area: 1100.0 m2. Read more ».

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sporting a camera and AI module, the XR R1 hexapod executes an impressive range of tasks

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the six-legged crawler can move nimbly in a 360° motion, track objects, and recognize faces, The post sporting a camera and AI module, the XR R1 hexapod executes an impressive range of tasks appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Foster + Partners' 50 Hudson Yards officially opens in New York City

Archinect

Foster + Partners ’ 50 Hudson Yards, a 78-story, mixed-use office tower in New York City has officially opened. The nearly three million-square-foot and LEED Gold -designed structure occupies an entire block and features flexible office space, retail facilities, and public spaces. It also offers restaurants, bike parking, and transport connections, which is in the form of an underground connection to the adjacent subway station.

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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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Life House transforms motor lodge in the Berkshires into hotel

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A former motel in rural Massachusetts has been transformed by American hospitality brand Life House into a hotel decorated with objects influenced by 1970s hospitality. Life House converted an existing, two-storey motel property with its in-house design team. While the 64 guest rooms maintain the same layout, a new extension was added for the lobby, restaurant and lounge.

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Bringing Intersectional Feminism into Architecture and Urbanism

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Renders for Undisclosed Art Pavilion. Image © AFARAI. “One of the first hits I got when I was googling about female architecture was a high-rise building in Australia, whose architects said that they had been inspired by Beyoncé’s curves when they built it ,” exclaimed the Dutch architect Afaina de Jong in her last talk for TEDxAmsterdamWomen in 2021.

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forestbank is a new type of wood made from tree debris, leaves, seeds and soil

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the resulting material showcases patterns and colors that vary depending on the conditions of the forest at the time of harvest. The post forestbank is a new type of wood made from tree debris, leaves, seeds and soil appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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AR reveals shortlist for the 2022 Emerging architecture awards

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The Architectural Review has announced the shortlist for the AR Emerging awards 2022. The 16-strong list includes architects working on a range of projects across the world, from educational spaces in urban Europe and the Pacific islands to public spaces from Somaliland to Greece. This awards program recognizes the work of early-career designers through their completed work, works in progress, and ideas.

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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.