ArchDaily
APRIL 2, 2024
programming hygromorphic response, open when wet and open when dry, and thicker materials for slow response. Image © Artem Holstov / Newcastle University When discussing sustainability in construction, we are used to an approach based on complex technological solutions, expensive sensors, costly materials and, most recently, artificial intelligence.
Archinect
APRIL 2, 2024
Büro Ole Scheeren has announced the completion of their latest high-rise design in Shanghai, called The Axiom. The 918-foot, 49-story tower is the first of two that will eventually form the heart of a mixed-use corporate campus known as The Springs on a central site in the Yangpu district for developer Tishman Speyer. The design is punctuated midway by a striking offset structural core, which, according to the firm, is unique to just 3% of the 500 tallest buildings in the world.
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Avontuura
APRIL 2, 2024
Just in time for spring, ÅVONTUURA is excited to announce the addition of 4 new Architecture Guides to its iconic Wandering Series. The cities are Amsterdam, Berlin, Singapore and Toronto. The post ÅVONTUURA reveals 4 new Architecture Guides to its ground-breaking Wandering Series appeared first on Åvontuura.
Archinect
APRIL 2, 2024
In this week's curated employer highlight from Archinect Jobs , we are featuring five architecture and design firms with current openings in New York City , Los Angeles , and Santa Fe. For even more opportunities, head over to the Archinect job board and explore our active community of job seekers , firms , and schools. MASS Design Group is looking for a Senior Architect with five to twelve years of experience to join its team in Sante Fe, New Mexico.
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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?
designboom
APRIL 2, 2024
the apartments shift positions from floor to floor so that rooms in the vertical shafts belong to different owners. The post christian kerez’s house okamura unfolds as a cluster of circular brick volumes in czechia appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.
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Deezen
APRIL 2, 2024
Next in our Social Housing Revival series we examine Life Reusing Posidonia – a group of 14 dwellings on the Mediterranean island of Formentera designed by architects at the Balearic Social Housing Institute using locally sourced materials such as dried seagrass. Completed in 2017, Life Reusing Posidonia is a multi-award winning project consisting of 14 publicly protected, low-cost homes in Sant Ferran de ses Roques, an inland town in central Formentera – one of the Balearic islands.
Archinect
APRIL 2, 2024
The 30 recipients of this year’s AIA Young Architects Award have been announced, along with five Associates Awards winners. Both honors are meant to recognize the contributions of early-career architects to the profession. Tannia Chavez, Katie Hitt, Asa Santa Cruz, Heli Shah, and Leslie Tijerina are the recipients of the 2024 Associates Awards.
Deezen
APRIL 2, 2024
Architecture studio Snøhetta has extended the Holmenkollen ski museum in Oslo with a glass entrance covered in 1,207 "meticulously placed" wooden battens. Situated at the base of the Holmenkollen ski jump , the extension has been built in celebration of the museum's 100th anniversary. The building, which was founded in 1923, is the oldest ski museum in the world, according to Snøhetta.
Archinect
APRIL 2, 2024
Legal requirements for housing and infrastructure schemes in England to deliver at least a 10 per cent improvement for nature have been extended to cover small developments from today, applying to developments where the number of dwellings is between one and nine or where the site area is less than 0.5 hectares. The scheme, called Biodiversity Net Gain , is designed to ensure that "habitats for wildlife are left in a measurably better state than they were before the development," according to UK
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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
Deezen
APRIL 2, 2024
Copenhagen design duo Daydreaming Objects has developed a series of lights that combine reclaimed vintage lamp bases with "renewable and transformative" shades made from natural wax. Lighting designer Ruta Palionyte and architect Ieva Baranauskaite , who work together as Daydreaming Objects , created the Soft Solids collection to highlight wax's inherent renewability and light-diffusing properties.
Archinect
APRIL 2, 2024
This post is brought to you by SCI-Arc , an Archinect Partner School This month, the Southern California Institute of Architecture (SCI-Arc) is set to unveil Maison de Cartes , an exhibition by Gordon Kipping that delves into the innovative use of timber in contemporary architecture. Inspired by the principles of Maison Dom-ino by Le Corbusier, Kipping reimagines construction for the modern era, with a particular emphasis on combatting climate change.
Dwell
APRIL 2, 2024
Designed by Hugh Kaptur and renovated by Albert Frey, the three-bedroom home evokes vintage glamour with natural stone, mirrored flourishes, and myriad terraces. Location : 550 Palisades Drive, Palm Springs, California Price : $8,750,000 Original Architect : Hugh Kaptur Renovation Architect : Albert Frey Year Built : 1958 Footprint : 2,932 square feet (three bedrooms, three full and one half baths) Lot Size : 1 acre From the Agent : " One of a small collection of organic modern properties to gra
Archinect
APRIL 2, 2024
Name: Bestseller Hangzhou Live Stream Space Address: Xingyao Science and Innovation City V5+V6, Juye Road, Binjiang District, Hangzhou, Zhejiang, China Project Period: 2023 Client: Bestseller Design Scope: Indoor Building Area: 33,00 square meters Design Firm: A3 VISION Website: [link] Creative Director: Wang Zhifeng Executive Director: Fan Jin Design Team: Xie Jiaxiu, Yi Yuan, Ding Yujie, Sun Tao, Zhu Xingping Co-designer: Bestseller Co-design Team: Zhu Shunqi (Principal), Cheng Jinfeng, Liu Si
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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.
Deezen
APRIL 2, 2024
Global architecture studio Populous has designed a renewed horse -racing track and sporting venue for Belmont Park in Nassau County, New York. The facility will redevelop the original Belmont Park , which first opened in 1905 and was renovated in 1968. The historic track has been home to the Belmont Stakes for over 155 years and has seen racing legends like Beldame and Seabiscuit.
Archinect
APRIL 2, 2024
Nissen Richards Studio is working with developer Q New Homes on Hartdene Barns , a stunning collection of nine new homes, set within forty acres of land within an ANOB (Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty) in the UK’s green belt, close to the villages of Hartfield and Cowden on the border of West Kent and East Sussex. The design-led development is comprised of nine carbon net zero, highly-sustainable eco homes, which have been designed to meet the RIBA's Climate Challenge criteria.
Deezen
APRIL 2, 2024
A long geometric form defines the Vipp Cold Hawaii guesthouse , which architecture studio Hahn Lavsen has designed to stand out in the dunes surrounding Thy National Park in Denmark. Designed for homeware brand Vipp , the guesthouse is topped with a steeply pitched roof and is intended to resemble traditional fishermen's cottages nearby. These cottages are found throughout the local area – a popular surf spot often referred to as Cold Hawaii due to its wind conditions.
Dwell
APRIL 2, 2024
Every room is as unique as its dramatic exterior. 620 Auburn Avenue in Atlanta, Georgia, is currently listed at $1,995,000 by Joy Myrick at Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby's International Realty. This stunning hilltop Victorian fuses historic charm and modern luxury. Nestled in the heart of Old Fourth Ward, just steps from the Beltline and Krog Street Market, the exquisite home offers easy access to all the neighborhood has to offer.
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designboom
APRIL 2, 2024
discover designboom's comprehensive guide to the key exhibitions and events taking place this year. The post designboom’s ultimate guide to the venice art biennale 2024 appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.
Deezen
APRIL 2, 2024
Football club Fulham FC has unveiled renders of its Populous -designed Riverside Stand at its Craven Cottage stadium in London that show a rooftop swimming pool. Described as "a European football stadium first", the rooftop pool overlooking the Thames forms part of the redevelopment of the Riverside stand for the Premier League football team. Populous is designing Fulham FC's Riverside Stand Designed by architecture studio Populous , the stand will have a capacity of around 8,000 spectators when
Architectural Record
APRIL 2, 2024
While some court rulings have challenged city gas bans, experts say market incentives and stricter building codes are accelerating the construction industry's decarbonization push.
Deezen
APRIL 2, 2024
A mobile pavilion made of bamboo and a board game dedicated to education around the urban planning process were among the projects highlighted from a design and architecture symposium held in Bogotá. Helmed by Copenhagen philanthropic organisation Re:Arc Institute , the symposium gathered several global design and architecture studios to present projects aligned with the "Andean concept of 'buen vivir'", which the team said relates to a "symbiotic" relationship between nature and humanity.
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.
The Spaces
APRIL 2, 2024
For the first time ever, Raymond Kappe’s Pacific Palisades masterpiece Keeler House has come to market with an asking price of $12m. Kappe designed the Californian post-and-beam in 1990 for musician Ann Keeler, who requested a family home that could also host visiting musicians. Its design is partly inspired by Kappe’s own Pacific Palisades home, with Keeler House cantilevering dramatically over its hillside setting to capture coastline views from its balconies and terraces, like a g
Deezen
APRIL 2, 2024
An exhibition at Galerie Patrick Seguin in Paris allows visitors to experience the Jean Prouvé -designed Maison Les Jours Meilleurs in both real life and virtual reality. The gallery is exhibiting the most significant element of the demountable prefabricated house, its load-bearing service core, in a full-scale installation that doubles as a virtual reality (VR) experience.
designboom
APRIL 2, 2024
the trapezoidal volumes were originally sculpted in the 1980s by marmolerías brescia to exhibit stone samples in a new way. The post catalina andonie’s mobile totem sculptures collage various grains and hues of stone appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.
Deezen
APRIL 2, 2024
The latest edition of our weekly Dezeen Agenda newsletter features Italian brand Lamborghini's first rebrand in 20 years. Subscribe to Dezeen Agenda now. Italian automaker Lamborghini revealed a rebrand as part of a broader "transformation process," featuring a flat, simplified logo. The updated logo keeps the bull at the shield's centre, but now it's a simplified silhouette.
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