Deezen

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

RCNKSK 's design comprises a cylindrical form that culminates in a tall steel spire, with material choices that were informed by the story of the Virgin Mary. Inspired by medieval craftsmanship, the structure dialogues with contemporary technologies," he continued. The photography is by Ondřej Bouška.

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ArchDaily

MAY 7, 2024

4D printing is nothing more than a digital manufacturing technology -3D printing- which includes a new dimension: the temporal. This means that the printed material, once ready, will be able to modify, transform or move autonomously due to its intrinsic properties that respond to environmental stimuli.

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ArchDaily

APRIL 2, 2024

programming hygromorphic response, open when wet and open when dry, and thicker materials for slow response. But what if everything we are looking for (in terms of sustainability) could come from the materials themselves, taking advantage of their intrinsic properties, without even relying on electricity? Read more »

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ArchDaily

MARCH 11, 2025

On one hand, modernity asserts itself in futuristic skyscrapers and cutting-edge technology; on the other, there remains a pressing need to preserve the country's rich cultural and historical heritage, reflected in ancient temples, imperial palaces, and historic cities. Read more

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ArchDaily

MARCH 13, 2025

It suggests that architecture should not be imposed upon a site but rather emerge from it, informed by its materials, climate, and cultural significance. This philosophy challenges the widespread application of generic sustainable technologies, instead proposing that sustainability must be inherently tied to the location in which it operates.

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ArchDaily

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

Pavilions are usually identified as isolated and independent structures that can promote lateral openings in the urban space , panoramic or introspective views, technological reflections, and material experiments that are recognizable from the outside or once inside. Read more »

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Archinect

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

In a new interview with Forbes , Ingels talked about his firm’s involvement with ICON on the NASA -funded Project Olympus , saying "solar-powered lasers" will be used to "essentially melt moon dust into a sort of lunar obsidian" for later use as a 3D printed building material.

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Archinect

MARCH 12, 2024

Construction technologies company ICON has unveiled a suite of new technologies at SXSW , including a multi-story robotic construction system and an AI -powered design system. Image credit: ICON Among the new technologies unveiled is Phoenix, ICON. ” Phoenix multi-story printer.

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ArchDaily

JANUARY 5, 2025

Courtesy of Messe Mnchen The use of innovative tools, techniques, materials, and technologies to shape the future of construction is a subject that captivates professionals across architecture, engineering, construction, and planning, as well as investors and industry leaders.

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ArchDaily

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Some themes explored this year included reframing familiar things in unfamiliar ways, large-scale abstract geometries at the intersection of technology and art, and the use of innovative new materials. Read more »

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Archinect

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

Skidmore, Owings & Merrill (SOM) has debuted a new concrete alternative material as part of its participation in the fifth Chicago Architecture Biennial (CAB 5) , which is taking place now through February 11th at multiple locations citywide. The results seen therein offer a one-metric-ton total offset, according to the product team.

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ArchDaily

DECEMBER 30, 2024

We might be in the age of the digital cloud - however celestial or ethereal it may appear to be - but it is not only incontrovertibly material but also a powerful ecological force.

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Archinect

AUGUST 10, 2024

Department of Energy ’s Oak Ridge National Laboratory and the University of Maine are leading interesting new engineering research into floor cassettes made using recyclable natural materials that are strong enough to be used in multi-story buildings. The project came together at the initiative of the SHoP offshoot Assembly OSM.

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Archinect

JUNE 14, 2024

A team of researchers from Japan’s Tohoku University has developed a new mechanoluminescent construction material they say can be used in infrastructure to monitor daily use stress information in real-time in order to avert potential future catastrophes that may result from its aging stock of bridges, roads, and dams. NbO3 (or LNNO).

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ArchDaily

OCTOBER 24, 2024

But as the sun rose on January 1, 2000, the feared bug had no material impact, and the crisis faded as quickly as it had emerged. Amid the anxiety surrounding digital technology, one of the most iconic concert halls of our time , Casa da Música in Porto , was born.

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ArchDaily

JANUARY 18, 2024

Below, explore some emerging material technologies designed to benefit both humans and other life forms. It aims not only for a net-zero approach but also seeks collaboration with non-human organisms to develop environments beneficial to all. Read more »

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Archinect

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

Researchers at Chalmers University of Technology in Sweden have published their study into how materials made from nanocellulose and algae can be used as sustainable architectural materials. Related on Archinect: Architecture's top green projects and sustainability innovations in 2023 “For the first time.

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SW Oregon Architect

NOVEMBER 17, 2024

Material choices, lighting, and spatial adjustments could be altered on the spot, with the AI recalculating costs, structural implications, and environmental impacts instantaneously. Such technology could dramatically increase productivity and reduce the time it takes to turn a vision into reality. The result? Image generated by AI.

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designboom

DECEMBER 16, 2024

the audio device features a pillar design inspired by architecture and is made up of a total of nine different recycled materials, including plastic washed up on the beach shore.

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ArchDaily

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

Architects are exploring new materials , energy-efficient technologies, and spatial configurations that make towers more adaptable to their surroundings. Tall buildings are evolving beyond their traditional functions to integrate environmental strategies, enhance public engagement, and contribute to the urban fabric.

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Archinect

SEPTEMBER 2, 2024

The mold problem reported at Toyo Ito ’s groundbreaking Gaia mass timber structure for Nanyang Technological University (NTU) in Singapore appears to have been caused by exposure to rain and condensation, a late update from Global Construction Review said Friday. Ito’s team did not provide a statement regarding the issue.

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ArchDaily

MARCH 13, 2024

Pioneering advanced construction and large-scale 3D Printing , ICON was selected as ArchDaily’s Best New Practices of 2021 due to its boundary-breaking technology that is advancing capability in the built environment. The Texas -based startup has just unveiled various toolkits and products to modernize construction processes further.

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ArchDaily

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

Image © Christophe Valtin Wood, one of the oldest building materials, has been continuously reinvented throughout history. As contemporary architecture becomes more and more concerned with sustainability and environmental responsibility, the popularity of the material has also increased. Read more »

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Archinect

JANUARY 6, 2025

At least ten states and a number of other larger cities are considering such reforms as we enter the new year, armed with the confidence that better fire safety technology and building materials can eliminate the sometimes costly code requirement at a crucial time.

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ArchDaily

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

With walls and roofs composed mainly of transparent or translucent materials, these structures harness solar energy to create a controlled environment. Image Cortesia de BDG Architects Zwolle Greenhouses are elegant and ingenious structures that incorporate simplicity in design while creating light-filled spaces that shape indoor climates.

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Archinect

OCTOBER 14, 2024

Led by Katherine Chia and Arjun Desai, the firm describes its approach to design as one that “merges technology, material innovation, sustainability, and the craft of building into collaborative and socially dynamic environments.”

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SW Oregon Architect

NOVEMBER 24, 2024

Such architecture doesn’t merely withstand the elements—it weathers the shifts in society, technology, and human priorities, remaining both functional and meaningful. Buildings that last are crafted with care, using materials and construction methods chosen not only for their strength but also for their ability to age gracefully.

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Archinect

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

The contingent will be present to share the AIA's call on industry and governments to increase the amount of research and development for emerging decarbonization technologies. The announcement also mentions the publication of the AIA's first-ever AIA Materials Pledge ‘By the Numbers’ annual report, which includes 280 signatories.

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Archinect

JANUARY 2, 2025

Photo: Tuomas Uusheimo Photo: Tuomas Uusheimo Some of the historically sensitive materials introduced through the renovations include patinated bronze and red beech ceramic tiles. In addition to some much-needed technology upgrades in the main hall, the new program adds dining and sh.

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Deezen

DECEMBER 16, 2024

Interior designer Tola Ojuolape demonstrates how to apply materials and finishes to a project using SketchUp in the second part of her Design Workshop , produced by Dezeen for the software brand. Ojuolape's practice is known for its use of earthy, tactile materials. It is owned byconstruction technology company Trimble.

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Archinect

MARCH 20, 2025

Architect’25 serves as a platform to promote activities and professional work of the Association of Siamese Architects under Royal Patronage (ASA), as well as a medium for showcasing, gathering, and educating about materials technologies and innovative construction products to promote the architecture profession.

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ArchDaily

APRIL 15, 2025

The installation brings together references from Swiss cultural narratives and technological developments in a multi-sensory setting. Designed by Manuel Herz Architekten, NUSSLI, and Bellprat Partner, as a result of a competition won, the pavilion guides visitors through five spatial zones under the theme From Heidi to High Tech.

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ArchDaily

JANUARY 10, 2024

Image by Nick Fewings Unsplash For a long time, sustainability in the architectural field was synonymous with technology. Efficiency was directly linked to innovative technological devices that adorned buildings with gadgets.

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ArchDaily

APRIL 9, 2024

Image © Paul Vu As construction materials costs increase , builders and developers are seeking alternatives to traditional home construction methods to address housing shortages. In response, an expanding construction technology field is the 3D printing sector.

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ArchDaily

APRIL 21, 2024

Conceived as an advanced research laboratory and a practical example of sustainable construction practices, it represents the point of convergence between architecture, technology and environmental awareness.

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SW Oregon Architect

JANUARY 12, 2025

I do believe using fire-resistant materials, designing buildings with defensible space, and integrating advanced fire suppression systems are crucial. New technologies present opportunities for enhancing the resilience of buildings. Embracing these technologies can help us design safer and more resilient structures.

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ArchDaily

JANUARY 14, 2025

Various design strategies are employed to achieve this balance, ranging from the revival of vernacular techniques to the use of advanced technologies. In this context, we present 15 homes designed to protect local trees, showcasing how architectural decisions can adapt to nature rather than impose on it.

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