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Seismic Safety: Architectural Innovations in Earthquake Zones

Architizer

Earthquakes are among the most unpredictable and devastating natural phenomena, testing the resilience of the built environment and the ingenuity of architects and engineers. The post Seismic Safety: Architectural Innovations in Earthquake Zones appeared first on Journal. This greatly reduces earthquake shaking.

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Thailand's all(zone) will create the 2022 MPavilion

Archinect

Innovative Thai practice all(zone) has been named the winner of Australia’s coveted annual MPavilion commission, now in its ninth iteration coming out of a two-year pandemic hiatus. ” all(zone)'s MAIIAM Contemporary Art Museum in Chiang Mai, Thailand.

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‘Treehouse’ concept by LAND Suisse and Campana Herrmann Pisoni wins competition for Swiss campus overhaul

Archinect

The scheme also aims to establish a “Connected Campus” and a “Structured Campus,” creating an environment with biodiversity islands, recreational zones, and cultural event spaces. The design process emphasized sustai.

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Here's how Chicago's mayoral candidates responded to the Built Environment Questionnaire

Archinect

Three of the eight challengers to unseat incumbent Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot have so far responded to a questionnaire issued by a coalition of local chapters of architects, landscape architects, and planners asking for their input on the Windy City’s built environment.

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Reimagining the PeaceHealth University District Campus

SW Oregon Architect

Such a solution is an admittedly predictable response; nevertheless, a mixed-use plan makes eminent sense and would help ensure a locally focused, walkable environment. 2) The campus is zoned under a mix of Eugenes C-2 (Community Commercial) and C-3 (Major Commercial) building codes.

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CP Vietnam Head Office / LJ-Group

ArchDaily

CP Vietnam Head Office landscaping project is a dynamic and versatile extension of the office environment. Situated in Dong Nai, an industrial zone. Completed in 2023 in Vietnam. Images by Valor Studio, Trieu Chien.

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SWA unveils plans for new 1,200-acre park in Irvine, California

Archinect

A new master plan led by SWA Group has been revealed by the city of Irvine, California, showcasing a park design that, at 1,200 acres, would create one of the largest municipal park environments in the nation. The framework SWA developed in unison with Kellenberg Studio calls for a five-zone subdivision of the site.

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