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Zaha Hadid Architects renovates historic Rome structure as luxury hotel

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Zaha Hadid Architects has completed the transformation of an existing historic structure into a luxury hotel in Rome. The Palazzo Capponi, located on the historic Via di Ripetta, draws inspiration from the city’s architectural heritage, focusing on the evolution of vaulted ceilings from ancient Roman to Baroque periods.

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Structures Sculpted by Snow: Nature’s Seasonal Dance With Architecture

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Winter, with its snow, ice and frozen landscapes, temporarily alters not only the physical appearance of structures but also how we experience them. Snow transforms the appearance of architectural structures, softening edges, blurring lines and muting colors. Interior spaces also benefit from these seasonal lighting effects.

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Lever Architecture grafts hybrid mass-timber structure onto LA parking garage

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At 145,000 square feet (13,470 square metres) 843 N Spring Street is located at an intersection near Dodger Stadium in Chinatown and contains offices as well as retail space. The building's facade is clad almost entirely in glass, while its structure consists of 3- and 5-ply CLT panels and concrete slabs.

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No Skeletons in the Closet: 7 Buildings Proudly Exposing Their Structures

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But nowadays, structure is stepping into the spotlight much more often. Prepared Rehmannia Root Crafts Exhibition Hall By LUO studio , Xiuwu County, China Jury Winner, Cultural and Expo Centers, 12th Annual A+Awards Inside this circular exhibition hall, the structure is as much a part of the display as the artifacts it holds.

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Zaha Hadid Architects Begins Construction of the Center of Mediterranean Culture in Italy

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The 24,000 square-meter structure houses diverse spaces, including a network of exhibition galleries, both permanent and temporary, capable of showcasing a wide range of displays. Image NightNurse Zaha Hadid Architects have announced the breaking ground for the Centre of Mediterranean Culture in Reggio Calabria , Italy. Read more

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Beyond Transforming Structures: Creating New Atmospheres in Preexisting Architecture

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Image Juan Cruz Paredes How can architecture professionals transform the atmosphere of a structure? As architectural structures are repurposed over time, new uses and needs emerge between spaces and their users. What kinds of interventions can go beyond adaptive reuse to modify spatial perception?

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Revisiting Skyscraper Design: The Benefits of Responsive Facades and Passive Designs

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Image © Stephen Bridger via Shutterstock Our contemporary society has been witnessing a surge in skyscraper construction in urban centers worldwide for various reasons—including engineering advancements, increased urban density , space constraints, and, arguably, a competitive drive for building the tallest structures.

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