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A proposed residential project by Laney LA makes use of dark Shou Sugi Ban cladding nestled in Lake Tahoe's landscape

Archinect

The Hermosa Beach-based architecture and design firm share model images and drawings of a residential project proposal aimed to resemble a mountain cave that "acts as a fortress within a demanding environment." Model image courtesy of Laney LA. Image courtesy of Laney LA.

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Energy Efficient Homes: The Need of the Hour?

Aric Gitomer Architect

You can implement several energy-saving techniques in your home no matter the climate in your city. A single energy-efficient home plays a significant part in giving back to the environment. For extra insulation, it’s always a smart idea to utilize a rug in the winter months. Utilize Smart Lighting. Insulate the Walls.

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Explore the Future of Visualization at Chaos Unboxed New York

Archinect

Technology enables visualizing spaces and rendering architectural models in immersive environments, utilizing augmented reality to create three-dimensional objects within a real space, and creating a VR walkthrough based on your BIM data. Join this workshop to explore: Composition and storytelling Advanced techniques fo.

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Eco-Friendly Roofing Materials

Aric Gitomer Architect

Climate changes have had a massive impact on the global environment, and every individual has some part to play. Building green is beneficial for the environment and a positive step towards reducing the carbon footprint. Building green is beneficial for the environment and a positive step towards reducing the carbon footprint.

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The Imperative of Adaptive Reuse in a Disposable Culture

SW Oregon Architect

Rapid progress in construction techniques and materials can quickly render buildings outdated, as can recognition of flawed design strategies (see the leaky condo crisis ). The built environment becomes a fleeting snapshot of a moment rather than a lasting record of our evolution.

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Eugene/Architecture/Alphabet: O

SW Oregon Architect

It has provided eligible individuals ever since with the opportunity to live independently, but in an environment that provides support activities such as cleaning, cooking, and transportation. Popular at the time of its construction, the lift slab technique has since fallen from favor.

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Urban Canyons: Designing with Narrow Alleyways and Confined Spaces

Architizer

They prompt a deeper consideration of their design and construction, as well as how people navigate and interact within such confined environments. The integrated garden spaces and terraces that extend the living areas outside, blurs the boundary between indoor and outdoor environments.

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