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Beyond Transparency: 5 Buildings Highlighting Glass Brick Facades

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© Trieu Chien Glass brick facades have emerged as a captivating architectural trend, blending the enduring elegance of glass with the robust strength of bricks. Glass bricks can as well be more thermally resistant than conventional glazing. These facades add a pixelated effect that plays with light and shadow, perfectly transmitting light, while maintaining privacy.

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Oklahoma City proposal for the U.S.'s new tallest building is fully funded, developers say

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While many have wondered if the project is financially feasible in Oklahoma City, Matteson told The Oklahoman the entire $1.5 billion development is fully funded. But, Matteson admitted there are some outstanding questions about whether the tower can be built. The outcome lies in whether he can receive approval from the Federal Aviation Administration, zoning approval from the city and whether the phase one apartment towers are sufficiently leased.

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D House / studiokian

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© Ernest Theofilus architects: studiokian Location: West Jakarta, Kebonjeruk, West Jakarta City, Jakarta, Indonesia Project Year: 2023 Photographs: Ernest Theofilus Area: 300.

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Zaha Hadid Architects unveils major waterfront master plan in Oman

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Zaha Hadid Architects has designed a waterfront master plan for downtown Muscat in Oman. Under the plans, named the Al Khuwair development, the existing administrative and industrial areas will become an urban district with an expected population of 64,500. Image credit: X UniverseCG, courtesy of MoHUP The district will comprise five areas: a marina, a recreational waterfront with beaches and sports facilities, a canal walkway, a cultural quarter, and a Ministry campus.

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Architectural Visualization Trends and the Rise of AI

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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Watch Innovative Architecture Short Films: Winners of TRANSFER Architecture Video Award 2023

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Courtesy of TRANSFER Architecture Video Award 2023 TRANSFER Architecture Video Award 2023 has just announced the winners of this year's edition of the innovative architecture short film competition. Due to the high quality and the diversity of the entries, the jury has decided to award 4 winners ex aequo and 2 honorable mentions. The TRANSFER Architecture Video Award 2023 ceremony took place on February 22 in Lausanne, as part of the film festival Écrans Urbains.

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Film Premiere: "A Voice for the 450 Plus" by Black Females in Architecture

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Black Females in Architecture (BFA) is a social enterprise supporting a membership of more than 450 Black women in built environment professions worldwide. Founded by architects Neba Sere , Selasi Setufe , and Akua Danso , the group advocates for diversity, race and gender equity across all sectors of the built environment, including architecture, urbanism, landscape, engineering, design, and construction.

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This is what Hudson Yards West will look like, according to developers

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Details of the planned Wynn New York City resort scheme from Related Companies and the Oxford Properties Group have been released, along with new renderings and further details about the final Phase 2 building segment at Hudson Yards. The three-tower scheme chosen from the set of alternative proposals that was released in February calls for a 1,189-foot hotel with 1,750 rooms to be placed at the northernmost edge of the site opposite a 1,366-foot office building and across a plaza area from the

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Lapphella Cultural Center / Tanken Arkitektur AS

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© Sondre Stensheim Jørgensen architects: Tanken Arkitektur AS Location: Hemnesberget, Norway Project Year: 2021 Photographs: Sondre Stensheim Jørgensen Area: 70.

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SQUARES in Tianshui by SAKO Architects

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This is a complex facility built in a small rural town, combining a library and a day service for the elderly. The site faces a residential area and is surrounded by a mixed environment, so the number of windows on the perimeter has been minimized. This approach has also proven effective in enhancing insulation performance and ensuring quietness according to the intended use.

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From Plan to Reality: Unlocking the Power of Aerial Imagery for AEC

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

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New York, New York 364 / Corteo Arquitetos

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© Marcelo Donadussi architects: Corteo Arquitetos Location: Av. Nova York, 364 - Auxiliadora, Porto Alegre - RS, 90550-070, Brazil Project Year: 2021 Photographs: Marcelo Donadussi Area: 210.

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SelgasCano wins the 2024 Arnold W. Brunner Memorial Prize

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The American Academy of Arts and Letters has selected the five recipients of its 2024 Awards in Architecture. The prize, which totals $60,000, is given annually to a select group of both established and emerging architects who have earned distinction in their pursuit of the building trade. The 2024 program was led by the announcement of SelgasCano as the winner of the 2024 Arnold W.

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Archipelago Villa / AGi Architects

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© Jesús Granada architects: AGi Architects Location: Boadilla del Monte, Madrid, Spain Project Year: 2023 Photographs: Jesús Granada Area: 600.

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Catskills Suburban by Resolution: 4 Architecture

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Located on the edge of a small town in the foothills of the Catskill Mountains, this 2,200-square-foot prefab house occupies a small clearing in the woods. The rectilinear volume sits perpendicular to the end of a long gravel driveway, which continues on as a walking path to a series of hiking trails on Kaaterskill High Peak. Upon arrival, a large Ledgestone wall, quarried locally and stacked by local artisan masons, demarcates the circular auto court and conceals the home's entry.

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7 Ways Real-Time Visualization Can Solve Architectural Challenges

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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A House Next to the House / Rare Studio Experimental + Flesia-Bertoya

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© Bruno Collura architects: Flesia-Bertoya architects: Rare Studio Experimental Location: Ciudad de Córdoba, Provincia de Córdoba, Argentina Project Year: 2022 Photographs: Bruno Collura Area: 100.

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Swedish companies unveil low-carbon wall system 60% lighter than traditional concrete

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A group of materials companies in Sweden has collaborated on a hybrid wall element with a lower carbon footprint than conventional concrete wall elements. The joint venture, comprising concrete element manufacturer Heidelberg Materials Preca and engineered timber manufacturer Metsä Wood, is now rolling out the element for live construction projects.

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THE FAV Café / Rare Studio Experimental

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© Ana Salazar Altamira architects: Rare Studio Experimental Location: Ciudad de Córdoba, Provincia de Córdoba, Argentina Project Year: 2023 Photographs: Ana Salazar Altamira Area: 20.

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Symington Laneway House by Lanescape Architecture Inc.

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The Symington Laneway House is a 2-storey infill residence built on a narrow 17' wide lot in Toronto's Junction neighbourhood. At 1,000 sq. ft, the project is now home to the owner who formerly lived in the two-unit house at the front of the property. Due to the home's proximity to both the public laneway and the main house, an unconventional arrangement of spaces was needed to mitigate privacy concerns.

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Concrete Waterproofing: The Next Step to a More Resilient Design

Don’t let water wash away all your hard work. When specifying concrete waterproofing, you need a solution that’s reliable and permanent. Without it, your concrete waterproofing is at risk of failing and letting water erode and corrode the concrete that it was supposed to protect. Reduce the risk of waterproofing failure by reading through our latest free specification e-book, which will take you through the four key components to better concrete waterproofing specification.

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Malling Dampmølle Housing Complex / CEBRA

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Completed in 2023 in Malling, Denmark. Images by Adam Mork. In Malling, a stone’s throw from Aarhus, CEBRA melds historical reverence with contemporary living in the newly built housing complex of Malling.

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Construction input prices climb 1.4% in February

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A new analysis of the latest U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Producer Price Index data from the Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) has shown an increase in the cost of construction input prices of 1.4% for February. In the month, nonresidential construction input prices increased by 1.3%. Overall construction input prices are 1.5% higher than they were a year ago, while nonresidential construction input prices are a total of 1.8% higher.

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Social housing means "I can breathe again" say residents

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Dezeen speaks to residents of new council housing in London about what their homes mean to them as part of our Social Housing Revival series. "When I got here, I was just really in shock because it is absolutely beautiful," said Amanda Bennett*, a mother-of-three who recently moved into a new council house near south London's Old Kent Road, in a development designed by Pollard Thomas Edwards and Concertus for Southwark Council.

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remembering marcello gandini, italian car designer of lamborghini, ferrari, maserati and more

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the italian car designer marcello gandini, whose body of work includes models for lamborghini, ferrari and maserati, passed away at 85 on march 13th, 2024 in turin. The post remembering marcello gandini, italian car designer of lamborghini, ferrari, maserati and more appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Sustainable Architecture: Design Green with the Client in Mind

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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Architects part of historic "social cleansing" of cities, says David Chipperfield at Design Doha 

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Promotion: architect David Chipperfield has delivered a critique of his profession as part of a panel discussion at the Design Doha Forum that is now available to stream on Dezeen. Chipperfield spoke alongside Design Museum London director Tim Marlow and Qatari architect Ibrahim Jaidah on a Design Doha Forum (DDF) panel titled "Agent of change: how design shapes society and culture".

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stone-clad sheep house reforms into contemporary yoga retreat in mykonos

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mykonos architects employs naturally aged materials like wood and iron to achieve harmony with the surroundings, echoing mykonian tradition. The post stone-clad sheep house reforms into contemporary yoga retreat in mykonos appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Norm Architects creates cedar-clad summerhouse that nods to traditional barns

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A sedum roof designed to "change colours with the seasons" tops Heatherhill Beach House, a wooden holiday home burrowed among the hills on the Danish coast by local studio Norm Architects. The 232-square-metre house will be used by its owners as "a getaway from everyday life in Copenhagen," according to Norm Architects. The holiday home is located among the hills on the Danish coast and has a covered walkway Heatherhill Beach House comprises two volumes and is designed to reference traditional D

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berlin techno gets UNESCO world heritage status, rising from underground to iconic

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berlin techno has been awarded UNESCO world heritage status, solidifying its significant contribution to germany's cultural identity. The post berlin techno gets UNESCO world heritage status, rising from underground to iconic appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Report: Optimism for Construction Growth in the Next Year Remains High

Research reveals 96% of respondents are very or fairly optimistic about their organization’s growth prospects for the next year. The InEight Global Capital Projects Outlook also finds over half see digital technology as the greatest growth opportunity. But these are only some of the findings. Don't be kept in the dark when it comes to the future. Read the report today!