Archinect

DECEMBER 27, 2023

Wrapping up a year in the wake of the recently concluded COP28 UN climate summit that resulted in, well, mild levels of agreement on the role of fossil fuels, it is possible to sense a slightly increased urgency toward this most pressing planetary issue on a high-minded diplomatic level. As we're quickly approaching the quarter mark of the 21st century, however, much more concrete action and innovation in various sectors of the AEC domain is needed — and is already happening — on the

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DECEMBER 25, 2023

composed of 27 sqm modular units, the blocks can be stacked to complete a full residential volume up to six stories in significantly less time and cost than standard methods. The post stackable like LEGO, ReHome is a modular building solution tackling the global housing crisis appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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ArchDaily

DECEMBER 26, 2023

© Rory Gardiner As part of our 2023: Year in Review retrospective, on ArchDaily we review and reflect over this years’ publications. Residential architecture continues to be one of the most visited categories when it comes to built architecture, sparking interest from our users all around the world.

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Avontuura

DECEMBER 27, 2023

Garden Crescent is a “real forest building” that brings nature back into Kowloon’s high-density urban environment through biophilic design. The post Ronald Lu & Partners design “real forest building” that brings nature back into Kowloon’s high-density urban environment appeared first on Åvontuura.

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DECEMBER 24, 2023

Long winter solstice shadows, Howard Buford Recreation Area, December 21, 2023 (photo by R. Fletcher). I played hooky from work this past Thursday afternoon to join a group of friends on a hike at the Howard Buford Recreation Area near Eugene. We couldn’t have asked for better conditions as the weather was unseasonably dry and sunny, perfect for a pleasant stroll along some of the park’s forest and oak savanna trails at the base of Mt.

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ArchDaily

DECEMBER 26, 2023

© Leonardo Finotti architects: MACh Arquitetos architects: Rizoma Arquitetura Location: Instituto Inhotim - Rua B, 20 Fazenda Inhotim - Conceição de Itaguá, Brumadinho - MG, 35460-000, Brazil Photograph: Leonardo Finotti Area: 2023.

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Avontuura

DECEMBER 28, 2023

The extension takes place to the north, like a staple encircling the cemetery existing. This staple is made of dry stone wall 80 cm thick and rises to 1.60 m. The post atelier Régis Roudil architectes design cemetery extension in the French mountains appeared first on Åvontuura.

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Deezen

DECEMBER 29, 2023

A "mountainous" zigzag roofline and bright yellow balconies define the ParkLife apartment block in the Brunswick neighbourhood of Melbourne , designed by local studio Austin Maynard Architects. The block is located within Nightingale Village, a collection of six apartment buildings by different architects for housing not-for-profit Nightingale Housing that all demonstrate its development model, aiming to create housing which is "environmentally, socially and financially sustainable".

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Archinect

DECEMBER 27, 2023

Look below for Archinect's latest curated selection of architecture and design firms currently hiring on Archinect Jobs. This week's featured employer highlight includes openings in the Los Angeles area , New York City , Oakland , and Hoboken. For even more opportunities, head over to the Archinect job board and explore our active community of job seekers , firms , and schools.

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ArchDaily

DECEMBER 27, 2023

© Amy Bello architects: Estudio Tecalli Location: Cholula de Rivadavia, Pue., Mexico Project Year: 2023 Photograph: Amy Bello Photograph: Roberto Martinez Area: 189.

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designboom

DECEMBER 28, 2023

the structure by IGArchitects is designed to accommodate the evolving lifestyle of a three-member family and their connected store. The post IGArchitects explores interconnectedness and privacy within concrete house in japan appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Deezen

DECEMBER 28, 2023

Scalloped sections of green-painted timber clad the facade of Lumber 4, a mixed-use building in Norway designed by local consulting agency Oslotre to demonstrate the capabilities of timber construction. Located in an industrial area on the outskirts of the city of Kristiansand, Lumber 4 comprises a ground floor with commercial spaces and five floors of office space above.

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Archinect

DECEMBER 25, 2023

Besides winning the commission, getting planning approved, breaking ground, and having that invoice paid, no milestone in an architectural project is as anticipated and satisfying as the opening celebration — welcoming actual building occupants into the new space after months, years, or even decades of collaborative work. 2023 saw plenty of projects around the globe reach completion.

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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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ArchDaily

DECEMBER 25, 2023

© Yong Zhang architects: TJAD Original Design Studio Location: Binjiang District, Hangzhou, Zhejiang, China Project Year: 2023 Photographs: Yong Zhang Area: 1148.

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designboom

DECEMBER 29, 2023

each line on cemento sol's cement sidewalk tiles indicates a specific business such as a bank, grocery store, hospital, accommodation, and more. The post sidewalk tiles with numbered lines let the visually impaired know the shop they’re passing by appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Deezen

DECEMBER 27, 2023

US company Artistree Home designed a treehouse with vaulted form, raised off the ground in Sonoma County , California. Completed in 2023, the latest design — known as Spyglass by Hometree — is a 300-square foot (28-square-metre) residence in an 11-acre (5-hectare) forested lot in Occidental, California. Artistree Home has created a treehouse with a vaulted form in California "The design for Spyglass came from that whimsical childhood moment of turning a fallen leaf into a little tube to peer thr

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Archinect

DECEMBER 29, 2023

A new project from this year’s Pritzker Prize laureate, David Chipperfield , was announced recently as the architect of a new western expansion plan for the Design District in Miami. Local developer Craig Robbins made the news public in earlier December via Instagram. The plan will reportedly include a high-end luxury hotel, a residential component, and an undisclosed total of retail spaces.

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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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ArchDaily

DECEMBER 28, 2023

Kamikatsu Zero Waste Center Interior. Image © Koji Fuji / TOREAL A vital aspect of a circular economy lies in shifting our view of waste. Labeling an item "waste" implies voiding its value and ending its useful role in a traditionally linear economy. While the item might be out of sight and out of mind, its life continues in the landfill. This shift in perspective regarding waste means opening our minds to the opportunity that the abundance of junk presents.

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The Architect's Newsletter

DECEMBER 29, 2023

Developer Scot Matteson has revealed plans to build a whopping 1,750-foot supertall smack dab in the middle of Oklahoma City. If built, Matteson’s ambitious Oklahoma City tower would be second The post A 1,750-foot supertall designed by AO may be coming to Oklahoma City, marking the country’s second tallest building appeared first on The Architect’s Newspaper.

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Deezen

DECEMBER 27, 2023

Indian studio Blurring Boundaries has used organic forms and natural materials throughout Asmalay, a curvaceous home that wraps around trees in a forest near Mumbai. Nestled within a network of mango trees in Indian coastal town Alibag, the house was designed to showcase the connection between architecture and nature. In response to the surrounding canopy of trees, Blurring Boundaries designed the home to have a curving form, which wraps around five of the existing mango trees on the site.

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Archinect

DECEMBER 28, 2023

If you're an experienced professional ready for new architectural career opportunities in the San Francisco Bay Area , this newest edition of our curated job picks from Archinect Jobs is for you. Look below at this selection of 10 featured employers looking to expand with a variety of exciting roles. To explore specific job titles from the architectural profession, consult Archinect's Guide to Job Titles series.

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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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ArchDaily

DECEMBER 25, 2023

Guaruja, São Paulo. Image © Johnny Miller / Unequal Scenes A few days before the end of November, Gramado, a city known as one of the most sought-after tourist destinations in southern Brazil, grabbed the attention of national and international media. Unfortunately, it wasn't due to its film festival or the traditional lavish Christmas festivities. The city, already suffering from weeks of persistent rain, witnessed the emergence of massive geological rifts tearing through its streets , creating

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World Architecture Community

DECEMBER 25, 2023

Ljubljana-based architecture firm Enota has completed a swimming pool complex on a sloping terrain in Češča vas, Novo mesto, Slovenia. Named Češča Vas Pool Complex, the ö,ÜÜâ-square-metre building is located in a space dominated by the exi.

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Deezen

DECEMBER 24, 2023

Several restaurants and a hotel have opened within Detroit 's historic Book Tower as part of a years-long restoration project of the building undertaken by its developer and architecture studio ODA. The 1920s skyscraper has undergone extensive restoration work over the past seven years by local developer Bedrock , which has transformed the former office building into a mixed-use space.

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Archinect

DECEMBER 26, 2023

Morphosis has broken ground on the firm’s new U.S. Embassy in Saudi Arabia compound project for Riyadh’s Diplomatic Quarter. Located on a 27.5-acre site away from the capital’s center near the Hanifa River, the complex will be delivered at an unknown square footage in replacement of the embassy’s current facility from 1984. In a recent Instagram post, the firm states: “This natural setting provided a key source of inspiration for the campus: we drew from the wadi's

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