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AUGUST 3, 2023

The latest edition of the ACADIA Awards of Excellence recently revealed the five recipients of the 2023 trophies, honoring "consistent contributions and impact on the field of architectural computing." The Board of Directors of the Association for Computer Aided Design in Architecture (ACADIA) selected Odile Decq , Joseph Choma , Terry Knight, Kathy Velikov, and Nader Tehrani 's firm NADAAA as worthy winners of the institution's top accolades this year.

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AUGUST 3, 2023

The rough beauty of the dune landscape on Sylt shapes the design. The new Lanserhof is part of this landscape. The post ingenhoven associates design thatched medical resort in a dune landscape in northern Germany appeared first on Åvontuura.

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AUGUST 3, 2023

Quebec City has opened the tenth edition of the province’s largest public art event. PASSAGES INSOLITES takes place from June 22 through to October 9, 2023, and features the work of 40 acclaimed artists from Quebec and around the world.

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AUGUST 3, 2023

The Spanish studio was chosen from a competition shortlist of formidable—and arguably bigger name—contenders including David Chipperfield Architects and Diller Scofidio + Renfro.

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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?

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AUGUST 3, 2023

The city of Athens is preparing for a groundbreaking addition to its already historic city. Thanks to the efforts of Lamda Development, the city will welcome Ellinikon Metropolitan Park, set to not only be the largest park in Athens but also "Europe's largest coastal park." Urban Land 's Bennett Voyles reports that "after 3,400 years, Athens will soon get its first big park [.

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Archinect

AUGUST 3, 2023

If you're an experienced professional looking for a new career opportunity in the Los Angeles area, this latest edition of our curated job picks from Archinect Jobs is for you. Below are 20 featured firms looking to grow via Project Architect and Project Manager positions. To learn more about the various roles firms are seeking, make sure to check out Archinect's Guide to Job Titles series.

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AUGUST 3, 2023

British architecture studio Zaha Hadid Architects has announced its plans for Daxia Tower, a 210-metre-tall skyscraper in China 's Xi'an business district with a curved form and planted terraces. The mixed-use building is set to be located on a 16,700-square-metre site and will encompass 127,220 square metres of office and retail facilities linked to the metro system.

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AUGUST 3, 2023

Madrid-based Nieto Sobejano Arquitectos has been announced as the winner of the Reimagining the Dallas Museum of Art International Design Competition. Following a six-month contest that attracted 154 submissions worldwide, NSA's proposal was formally approved by the Dallas Museum of Art Board of Trustees this week. The winning team described their proposal as a “reflection of the original building, transforming the relationship between art, landscape, and community into a balance of memory

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AUGUST 3, 2023

British studio Apollodorus Architecture has designed a Colosseum-like stadium in Bath , UK, as a response to a proposed redevelopment put forward by Bath Rugby. Apollodorus Architecture proposed the redesign of the Recreation ground site in the centre of Bath, which is currently being redeveloped. A final development brief was recently submitted for the project that has a rectangular shape and long, straight roofs, which Apollodorus Architecture argues are "at odds with Bath's animated roofsca

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AUGUST 3, 2023

In search of exciting and stimulating architecture and design competitions? Look below for the latest curated picks of challenges listed on Bustler. Highlighted today are four calls inviting proposals for the adaptive reuse of the Cumbernauld Town Center in Scotland, urban design schemes for the development of the Zhengzhou Airport Economy Zone, ideas for the transformation of the Jamsu Bridge in South Korea into a new public leisure space, and excellent projects across a range of design discipl

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AUGUST 3, 2023

Local studio Caples Jefferson Architects has created an extension for the Louis Armstrong House Museum complete with a curved facade and a green roof in Corona, Queens. The 14,000-square foot (1,300-square metre) wing – known as the Louis Armstrong Center – is located across the street from the original house museum, which was once the American musician's home from 1943 until his death in 1971.

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AUGUST 3, 2023

This post is brought to you by Exhibit Columbus. The fourth Exhibit Columbus exhibition, Public by Design , opens on Saturday, August 26, with 13 new works of art and architecture designed to invigorate, entertain, and challenge while expanding the legacy of one of America’s most celebrated cities. Image courtesy of Exhibit Columbus. Landmark Columbus Foundation announces the Opening Weekend of the 2023 Exhibit Columbus Exhibition, Public by Design , with the Opening Celebration on Friday,

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AUGUST 3, 2023

The Dallas Art Museum museum has selected Spanish architecture studio Nieto Sobejano Arquitectos to expand its downtown complex, citing its "poetic sensibility". Nieto Sobejano Arquitectos ' design, the first from the Madrid-based studio in the US, features a monolithic square form placed on top of the current structure, which was designed by American architect Edward Larrabee Barnes in 1984.

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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.

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AUGUST 3, 2023

In the mountainous and hilly areas of Sichuan, the design of streets and alleys usually takes into account the undulation and slope of the terrain to adapt to changes in terrain. The direction and layout of the street will be relatively flexible, extending or winding along the mountain terrain to adapt to the ups and downs of the terrain. Sometimes, terraces or terraces are used to create continuous connections between streets and alleys at different heights through graded and platform based des

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Deezen

AUGUST 3, 2023

Mexico City-based architect Ludwig Godefroy has cut circular openings into the slanted ceilings of a series of dwellings in Puerto Escondido , Mexico, to create semi-exposed pools and gardens. Godefroy placed a series of circular openings in a cast-concrete structure to create cave-like interiors that remain open to the tropical climate of the Pacific coast site.

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Archinect

AUGUST 3, 2023

The first store of Tough Planet Coffee is located in Shanghai's Hengfu Historic District, where the red rooftops of the old lanes stand out against the green cluster of the public space. Strolling under the shading of French parasol trees, pedestrians won't miss the strong sense of Shanghai Culture with a mixture of international vigor and local spirit along the street.

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Habitus Living

AUGUST 3, 2023

The journey towards a dream career isn’t always a linear path. It often meanders, with unexpected twists and encounters. Ben Caine’s journey speaks to this, as he transitioned from the world of visual effects to follow his passion for architecture. After completing his studies and entering the field as a commercial architect, Caine’s career took an unforeseen turn when he received a referral for a private residential project.

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AUGUST 3, 2023

Irish studio Scullion Architects took visual cues from a nearby public square when designing a timber-clad extension for Vavasour House, a brick home in Dublin. Located on the edge of the city's Vavasour Square, the home comprises a renovated one-storey brick building as well as a rear extension clad in charred timber. While the existing building now functions as a block of bedrooms, the addition contains the living areas of the home.

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Hotel Designs

AUGUST 3, 2023

Hotel Designs In conversation with: Damien Perrot, Global Chief Design, Accor In conversation with: Damien Perrot, Global Chief Design, Accor As we start anticipating the new trends and continuing conversations at trade shows like HIX 2023 taking place later this year, we caught up with Accors’ Damien Perrot to find out a little more about the Novotel design shift which was showcased on the Ligne Roset stand at HIX 2022… The guestroom concept in the spotlight, designed by RF Studio a

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AUGUST 3, 2023

The vertical Future Car Park in China by Daniel Statham Studio is the focus of this video , which shows vehicles being lifted and stacked via a fully automated lift system. Named Future Car Park, the sculptural building in Hangzhou's central business district is designed to store 500 vehicles within a series of tree-like towers that make up its organic form.

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Architonic

AUGUST 3, 2023

In the book The Concise Townscape, Gordon Cullen states that “one building standing alone in the countryside is experienced as a work of architecture, but bring half a dozen buildings together and an art other than architecture is made possible. Several things begin to happen in the group which would be impossible for the isolated building. We may walk through and past buildings, and as a corner is turned, an unsuspected building is suddenly revealed.

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Speaker: Pedro Clarke – Principal Architect at A+ Architecture, In Loco Program Director

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.

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AUGUST 3, 2023

Later this month, six artist installations will be unveiled on the grounds of the National Mall in Washington D.C. The six commissions draw from the history of underrepresented groups in The post <em>Beyond Granite: Pulling Together</em> stages six installations on the National Mall that recall underrepresented American histories appeared first on The Architect’s Newspaper.

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Hotel Designs

AUGUST 3, 2023

Hotel Designs Panel discussion: adding context in luxury hotel design Panel discussion: adding context in luxury hotel design The hotel design community were invited to a live panel discussion at the Gabriel Scott showroom in Mayfair to watch what one audience member described as ‘the most honest conversation the industry has heard this year’. Editor Hamish Kilburn, who chaired the exclusive chat between Alessandro Munge (Studio Munge), Elizabeth Walton (ReardonSmith Architects) and Scott Richle

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AUGUST 3, 2023

There are only three weeks left to complete your Dezeen Awards China 2023 entry! Dezeen Awards China, in partnership with Bentley Motors , is open for entries. The entry period ends at midnight Beijing time on Thursday 24 August, after which late entry fees will apply. Why enter Dezeen Awards China? Dezeen Awards China will celebrate the best Chinese design talent and highlight Chinese architects and designers' growing global influence.

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Hotel Designs

AUGUST 3, 2023

Hotel Designs Hotel review: checking in to 1 Hotel Mayfair Hotel review: checking in to 1 Hotel Mayfair Editor Hamish Kilburn checks in to explore the organic design narrative inside 1 Hotel Mayfair, a VIP arrival that marks 1 Hotels’ debut property in the UK… While London’s grand dame hotels battle it out to refresh their identities on the congested luxury hospitality map, a new brand has arrived in the capital to somewhat disrupt the conventional flow.

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