ArchDaily
AUGUST 24, 2023
Camper Paseo de Gracia / Kengo Kuma & Associates. Image © ImagenSubliminal Kengo Kuma uses materials to connect with the local context and the users of his projects. The textures and elementary forms of constructive systems, materials, and products, are exhibited and used in favor of the architectural concept, giving value to the functions that will be carried out in each building.
Archinect
AUGUST 24, 2023
Professor Walter Hood is set to become chair of UC Berkeley's Department of Landscape Architecture & Environmental Planning (LAEP) for a two-year term beginning this fall. Berkeley describes Hood as “one of the pre-eminent American landscape designers working today,” whose projects “combine architectural and public art approaches with a concern for ecological sustainability.
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ArchDaily
AUGUST 24, 2023
© Farah Faheem, Hala Makhlouf architects: Karm Architecture Lab (KAL) Location: Marsa Alam, Red Sea Governorate, Egypt Project Year: 2021 Photographs: Farah Faheem, Hala Makhlouf Area: 255.
Archinect
AUGUST 24, 2023
Campaigners seeking to save Marcel Breuer ’s 1949 Wellfleet Cottage residence on Cape Cod have launched a $1.4 million fundraising effort aimed at saving the home from an expected demolition that’s likely to come in the next few years. The Cape Cod Modern House Trust is spearheading the effort and says the home they have agreed to purchase from Breuer’s son is in danger adding to the tally of historic designs in the area they have been unable to save through preservation since
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A new industry study conducted by Architizer on behalf of Chaos Enscape surveyed 2,139 design professionals to understand the state of architectural visualization and what to expect in the near future. We asked: How are visualizations produced in your firm? What impact does real-time rendering have? What approach are you taking toward the rise of AI?
ArchDaily
AUGUST 24, 2023
construction of Oneiric Hut, located on Manitoulin Island, Ontario, Canada. Image © Gabriel Guy This article was originally published on Common Edge. Origin myths,” “founding myths,” and “creation legends” provide a way for us to see into and imagine the distant past in metaphorical, poetic, and compelling ways. The oldest origin myths help us understand how a people or a place (such as the universe) were believed to have come into existence.
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ArchDaily
AUGUST 24, 2023
© Isabella Shih e Tony Chen architects: Reinach Mendonça Arquitetos Associados Location: Sao Paulo, State of Sao Paulo, Brazil Project Year: 2022 Photographs: Isabella Shih e Tony Chen Area: 421.
Archinect
AUGUST 24, 2023
Researchers at MIT have developed a lightweight architected material inspired by the cellular structures found in natural materials such as honeycombs and bones. Produced with techniques borrowed from the Japanese kirigami paper-cutting technique, the strong metal lattices are lighter than cork while also holding customizable mechanical properties. Image courtesy of the researchers via MIT Using kirigami techniques, the MIT team led by Professor Neil Gershenfeld of the Center for Bits and Atoms
ArchDaily
AUGUST 24, 2023
© Carl Tengström and Olof Nilsson architects: STADSTUDIO AB Location: Vedgatan & Skånegårdsvägen, 218 40 Bunkeflostrand, Sweden Project Year: 2020 Photographs: Carl Tengström and Olof Nilsson Area: 4000.
Archinect
AUGUST 24, 2023
Following last week’s look at an opening for a Construction Manager at Skystone Foundation , we are using this week’s edition of our Job Highlights series to explore an opportunity on Archinect Jobs for a Junior Architectural Engineer at Cover. The role, based in Los Angeles, calls for an individual who will sit “at the center of innovation, bringing groundbreaking architectural vision to a future with abundant housing for all.
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Aerial imagery has emerged as a necessary tool for architecture, engineering, and construction firms seeking to improve pre-construction site analysis, make more informed planning decisions, and ensure all stakeholders have access to an accurate visualization of the site to keep the project moving forward. Download our guide and take a deeper look at how aerial imagery can be leveraged to drive project efficiency by reducing unnecessary site visits and providing the accurate details required to
ArchDaily
AUGUST 24, 2023
Mäusebunker Building in Berlin. Image © bullahuth In terms of urban development, the choice between demolition and adaptive reuse holds far-reaching implications. From debates around the cultural and historical significance of structure, to the environmental impact of the process of razing and rebuilding, compared to the cost of preserving and adapting, the matter of demolitions have ignited the architectural community to come together and ask for more responsible assessment strategies in hopes
Archinect
AUGUST 24, 2023
The award-winning housing work of Kwong Von Glinow is now on display at MAS Context 's Reading Room in Chicago, offering visitors a showcase of their innovative approach to the delivery of much-needed housing stock in the city across five different typologies. A series of half-scale models of different projects comprises There is Room , communicating what curators say are the “effective spatial values” of demarcation from cookie-cutter standardization that has abounded for years sans
ArchDaily
AUGUST 24, 2023
The Museum of Art and Photography Bangalore / Mathew and Ghosh Architects. Image © Iwan Baan India hosts a multitude of museums, art galleries, public libraries, theaters, and heritage centers. Nevertheless, many of these structures remain abandoned and fossilized like the artifacts they intend to present and protect. The development of cultural infrastructure in India has historically been a government endeavor, often resulting in a state of stagnation.
Archinect
AUGUST 24, 2023
While the city’s top transportation post remains vacant, the department’s respected former commissioner has landed a leadership post at the award-winning Chicago architecture firm Studio Gang. Gia Biagi will join Studio Gang as Principal of Urbanism, the firm announced Thursday. Biagi told the Sun-Times that under the newly-created role, she’ll lead Studio Gang’s planning and urban design work nationally.
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In the dynamic world of architecture, design, and construction, creative problem-solving is crucial for success. Traditional methods often fall short in effectively conveying design intent to clients. Real-time visualization empowers you with a solid decision-making tool that smooths the design process. Discover the power of real-time visualization: Effective Communication Convey your vision clearly and align with clients.
ArchDaily
AUGUST 24, 2023
This year’s Danish Pavilion at The 18th International Architecture Exhibition – La Biennale di Venezia, was curated by Josephine Michau. Titled “ Coastal Imaginaries,” the exhibition addresses solutions to alleviate global challenges such as rising sea levels and storm floods. Onsite in Venice , ArchDaily had the chance to speak with the curator Josephine Michau , where she discussed the thought process behind the pavilion, the collaborations, and her hopes of starting meaningful dialogue as a r
Archinect
AUGUST 24, 2023
The AIA Committee on the Environment (AIA COTE) and the Association of Collegiate Schools of Architecture (ACSA) have announced this year’s winners of the 2023 AIA COTE Top Ten for Students Competition. Organizers share: “The competition recognizes 10 exceptional studio projects that integrate creative and innovative design strategies. These projects are designed to achieve carbon-neutral operations through daylighting, passive heating and cooling systems, sustainable materials, wate
ArchDaily
AUGUST 24, 2023
© Ypsilon Business Photography architects: Objekt Architecten Location: 9280 Lebbeke, Belgium Project Year: 2023 Photographs: Ypsilon Business Photography Area: 162.
Archinect
AUGUST 24, 2023
SCI-Arc is proud to present this year’s fall public programming series, which continues its commitment to maintaining a robust platform for interdisciplinary discourse. SCI-Arc’s fall 2023 program will include talks, book releases, and exhibitions featuring influential figures from a wide range of cultural practices such as Benedetta Tagliabue, Alper Derinboğaz, Barbara Bouza, Victoria Camblin, and more.
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ArchDaily
AUGUST 24, 2023
© Atik Bheda architects: Rahul Pudale Design Location: Hulbatte Colony, Shahapur, Belagavi, Karnataka, India Project Year: 2022 Photographs: Atik Bheda Area: 1020.
Avontuura
AUGUST 24, 2023
The initiative sets out to explore and develop an architectural practice where we can build with a significantly reduced carbon footprint. The post RØNNOW LETH & GORI and CINARK design temporary thatched brick pavilion in Copenhagen appeared first on Åvontuura.
ArchDaily
AUGUST 24, 2023
Completed in 2019 in Arandu, Brazil. Images by Manuel Sá. A countryside house, located in Arandu, in the interior of the state of São Paulo, whose objectives for renovation were marked by the preservation of.
Deezen
AUGUST 24, 2023
Portuguese architect Álvaro Siza has designed a series of timber figures alongside a garden by Studio Albori for the Vatican City's pavilion at this year's Venice Architecture Biennale. Named O Encontro, which translates as the encounter, the figures occupy a series of galleries at the Abbey of San Giorgio Maggiore adjacent to the Andrea Palladio-designed San Giorgio Maggiore church in Venice.
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Sustainability begins with a conversation, and acquiring customer buy-in is entirely dependent on how the conversation is framed. Clients may not see sustainability as a priority out of fear of operational costs and quality. While these are legitimate concerns, it is our responsibility as architects to listen and foster a collaborative culture that answers client issues while also reducing our carbon footprint.
ArchDaily
AUGUST 24, 2023
© Lukas Mykolaitis architects: KILD Location: Kaunas, Kaunas City Municipality, Lithuania Project Year: 2023 Photographs: Lukas Mykolaitis Read more »
Deezen
AUGUST 24, 2023
Warping layers of glass and concrete have been stacked to form Quinta do Rei, an angular four-storey home designed by Portuguese studio Contaminar. Located at the highest point of the Portuguese city Leiria, the residence was designed to function like a watchtower and features long spans of windows that frame views of the surrounding landscape. "The principle of this project was to create a glass house with a 360-degree view, which functions as a lighthouse or a watchtower, because the plot is l
ArchDaily
AUGUST 24, 2023
© Naturespace architects: UAO Design Location: Wuhan, Hubei, China Project Year: 2023 Photographs: Naturespace Photographs: Yilong Zhao Area: 816.
Architecture Ideas
AUGUST 24, 2023
We have put together a comprehensive guide for your next project on how to install shiplap in your home. Shiplap, a timeless interior design element, has gained remarkable popularity over the years for its rustic charm and versatility. This distinctive wall covering, characterized by its overlapping wooden boards, not only adds a touch of elegance to any space but also provides a sense of warmth and character.
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