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A 12th-century Scottish monk may have invented modern architectural drawing techniques, new research claims

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Kinsella says: “This is the earliest evidence we have of a complete visual description of a building including several plans, elevations and sections, but they appear in this strange theological work instead of coming out of building sites. Dr. Karl Kinsella is a lecturer in Medieval Art History at the institution.

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The Nubian Vault: Applying Old Construction Techniques to Modern Building Problems

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Using techniques passed down through generations, the ancient people of Nubia crafted gently curving vaults that were so extraordinary and resilient to the sands of time that they have endured for millennia. Visual representation on y = a cosh(x/a). Diagram provided by author. If so, Architizer's A+Awards is your platform.

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Federico Babina's architectural flag illustrations deconstruct the notion of borders to imagine an alternative world

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Today is Flag Day in the United States and in celebration of the country’s first adoption of the national flag as a symbol of unity in 1777, we’ve decided to present some of the select architecturally inspired works of the Italian-born graphic designer Federico Babina.

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Meteorite by Sotamaa

Archinect

We aimed to showcase the possibilities of wood and digital design and fabrication techniques. One of our goals was to challenge the notion of "phenomenal transparency," which suggests that a building should visually represent its interior. Externally, the project presents itself as a mystical object nestled within the forest.

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New Designers presents nine student design projects

Deezen

Also included is a couture collection utilising textile printing techniques and an app intended to preserve wildlife in urban areas. Since its inception 39 years ago, New Designers has provided a platform for over 3,000 graduates every year to present their visionary ideas to industry professionals and the public.

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How to Sell Architectural Design Persuasion Techniques for Creatives

The Architecture Designs

Be fully present in the moment. Add Some Visual Magic There’s no doubt that words hold great power, but there’s also no denying the fact that visuals add a whole new thrill to any project. Renderings and sketches: These allow clients to visualize how the design will look in their specific space.

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Rensslear Polytechnic University presents ten architecture projects

Deezen

Figural Cohesion by Emma Tommell "There exists a relationship between part-to-whole assemblies that focuses on how disjointed figural elements unify through graphic and at times elegant pattern overlays; specifically systemised gradient patterns visually tying fragmented parts together. Find out more about Dezeen partnership content here.

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