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How Did BIM Help Notre-Dame Rise from the Ashes?

ArchDaily

The disaster sparked a wave of solidarity and led to unprecedented technological advancements, with restoration efforts utilizing digital tools such as laser scanning and Building Information Modeling (BIM) to recreate intricate details and preserve architectural heritage. Read more

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Cutting-Edge Craft: 8 Times CNC Technology Redefined Modern Wooden Architecture

Architizer

One of these tools is CNC (Computer Numerical Control) technology a method that cuts, mills and carves materials with machine-guided precision. Whether carving out wooden lattices, constructing gravity-defying pavilions, or repurposing recycled materials, CNC technology can help turn complex ideas into reality.

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Tiny MT1 electric truck is "future of utility transportation" says Yves Béhar

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It was made for urban use and excursions "We designed the future of utility transportation by maximizing every inch to provide comfort without compromising performance or capability," said Swiss designer Yves Bhar, who co-founded the company with Jason Marks and Forrest North. It can hit 60 miles per hour in less than four seconds.

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Littow Architectes creates collection of off-grid cabins on Helsinki archipelago

Deezen

Named the Majamaja Off-Grid Village, the cabins are located on a rocky site on the water's edge, which had little access to transportation infrastructure or public utilities. They were prefabricated At the heart of each cabin is an "all-in-one technology module" that the utility systems run on.

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World's First-Ever 3D Printed Mosque Opens in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia

ArchDaily

The project by Forsan Real Estate utilizes cutting-edge 3 D printing technology from Guanli. Located within the Al-Jawhara suburb of Jeddah , the mosque stands as a tribute to the late equestrian Abdulaziz Abdullah Sharbatly. Read more »

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Transforming Architectural Education with Augmented and Virtual Reality

ArchDaily

Image Courtesy of Autodesk The discipline of architecture has undergone considerable change, primarily driven by advancements in the application of technology. This transition extends beyond professional practices into architectural education, bringing opportunities to redefine the approach of architects toward their craft.

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Artificial Intelligence as an Ally in Architectural Decarbonization: From Conception to Building Implementation

ArchDaily

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. Marina Gardens, Singapore. Read more »

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