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Doldam House / one-aftr

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Completed in 2023 in Sokcho-si, South Korea. Images by Jang Mi. Doldam is a private rental residence in Mt. Seorak National Park, renowned for its fall foliage and boulder formations. The building's design is.

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The Cultural Landscape Foundation acquires photographer Alan Ward's archive

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The Cultural Landscape Foundation (TCLF) has just announced a gift of landscape photographer and architect Alan Ward’s digital archive, a donation they say provides both the public and scholars exposure to one of the profession’s most beloved practitioners. The Sasaki Associates principal’s bequest includes 2,500 photographs. Each will be made accessible through the Alan Ward Portfolios of Designed Landscapes section of TCLF’s website and is part of the “Related Con

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Khodeja Villa / Ground One

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Completed in 2022 in Nangalkot, Bangladesh. Images by Maruf Raihan. Our approach to designing a vacation home in a rural area was to create a space that blends seamlessly with the surrounding landscape. In order to.

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Refik Anadol previews new AI data sculpture installation for Las Vegas Sphere

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A new AI Data Sculpture installation from Refik Anadol has been unveiled ahead of its public premiere tomorrow, September 1st, at the newly-complete Sphere entertainment venue in Las Vegas. The sculpture utilizes the structure’s Exosphere, a digital canvas covering that can be programmed to display content thanks to its world-leading array of 1.2 million different LED ‘pucks’ which are spaced 8 inches apart to form an almost 580,000-square-foot display.

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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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Da Yu Art Museum / Yuan Architects

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© Highlite Images architects: Yuan Architects Location: Nanjing, Jiangsu, China Project Year: 2021 Photographs: Highlite Images Area: 3000.

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The 18th Instanbul Biennial Appoints Iwona Blazwick as Curator for the 2024 Edition

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Müze Gazhan. Image Courtesy of iKSV Iwona Blazwick has been appointed as the Curator of the 18th Istanbul Biennial, organized by the Istanbul Foundation for Culture and Art (iKSV). The Biennial will occur in 2024, from 14 September until 17 November. The Istanbul Biennial is the most comprehensive international exhibition organized in Türkiye and the region, playing an essential role in promoting contemporary artists and artist collectives.

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Longhu International Center by Shanghai HuaDu Architecture & Urban Design Co., Ltd. (HDD)

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In 2018, a consortium formed of Shanghai HuaDu Architecture & Urban Design Co., Ltd. (HDD) and the Shanghai Tongji Urban Planning & Design Institute (TJUPDI) secured the bid for the Henan Luxembourg Center project. As a pivotal project of the Sino-European "Silk Road in the Air", the center is designed as a large-scale foreign service complex to accommodate various functions, including international commerce, foreign affairs services, business finance, and cultural tourism.

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Notre Dame Cathedral Rebuilds Timber Roof and Regains Spire

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Scaffolding continues to surround the cathedral on March 24, 2023. Image via Shutterstock | O.Kemppainen On April 15, 2019, a devastating fire occurred at the infamous Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris , France. The fire caused significant damage to the historic structure, which is a landmark in the city and a symbol of French Gothic architecture. The cathedral has been undergoing restoration works and is on course to reopen to the public in 2024.

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'All architects need to be agents of change': Muyiwa Oki takes office as RIBA's youngest and first-ever Black President

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Muyiwa Oki has officially taken office as the first-ever Black President of the Royal Institute of British Architects , marking the end of Simon Allford ’s tenure and heralding a new way forward for the 189-year-old organization as it aims itself toward a more progressive agenda. The historic feat is added to by Oki's status as the youngest-ever architect to hold the title.

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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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Locomotive Workshop / Sissons Architecture

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Completed in 2023 in Eveleigh, Australia. Images by Simon Whitbread. Opened in 1871, the Locomotive Workshops were dedicated to the servicing and manufacturing of locomotives and rolling stock to aid the expansion of.

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ISA Science City, Guangzhou, China by CPG Consultants Pte Ltd

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ISA International Education Group’s flagship school in Guangzhou, China was built on a new campus in GDD (Guangzhou Development District) Guangzhou. It is conveniently located close to the city centre and the neighbourhood has two public schools located in close proximity. The school will deliver an international curriculum. Inspired by the hilly terrain of the site, the design idea for the campus is to create a series of ground planes at different altitudes to support various learning act

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The Impact of Pigmented Concrete in Latin American Residential Architecture

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FG House / Bernardes Arquitetura. Image © Haruo Mikami The use of pigmented concrete in Latin American architecture is growing - and influencing contemporary architectural expression. This can be seen in recent built works ranging from the INES Innovation Center designed by Pezo von Ellrichshausen in Chile to the Teotitlán del Valle Community Cultural Center by PRODUCTORA in Mexico.

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Pingüino House.- by Estudio Galera

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Pingüino House is a vacation residence conceived to offer a variety of leisure activities in the tourist town of Cariló, Buenos Aires, Argentina. Conversations with the clients focused on the type of activities done in a summer house rather than on a preconceived architectural form. Discussions about customs, sensations, desires and tastes replaced the usual initial exchanges referring to the number of bedrooms, square meters and aspects related to the appearance of the building.

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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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LES Event Space and Campus Canteen / RHO

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© Yannes Kiefer architects: RHO Location: Lessingstraße 83, 13158 Berlin, Germany Project Year: 2023 Photographs: Yannes Kiefer Area: 400.

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Instructors from five architecture schools awarded the ACSA's 2023 Timber Education Prize

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The Softwood Lumber Board, in conjunction with the Association of Collegiate Schools of Architecture (ACSA) , has announced five winners as part of the 2023 Timber Education Prize. The Prize recognizes innovations in the instruction of architecture courses in North American universities that will ultimately lead to a greener future thanks to their abilities to engender a "stimulating and evidence-based environment for learning about timber.

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Vlasbrug Bridge / SBE nv

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Completed in 2023 in Wielsbeke, Belgium. Images by Johnny Umans. De Vlaamse Waterweg nv is part of the Flemish administration.

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CONTAMINAR architects design volumetric house with views overlooking Leiria, Portugal

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The villa is located in an elevated area with a strong slope in the city of Leiria. The conditions suggested a tower, a viewpoint of the city The post CONTAMINAR architects design volumetric house with views overlooking Leiria, Portugal appeared first on Ã…vontuura.

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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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Cascina House / Jonathan Tuckey Design

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Completed in 2020 in Italy. Images by Francesca Iovene. Jonathan Tuckey Design has restored a historic 19th-century farmstead in the Piemonte region of Northern Italy, transforming the sprawling hillside.

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Inspired by Nordic and Japanese design, nortehaus is a hidden getaway outside Toronto, Canada

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Nestled above the ground, surrounded by river and trees, nortehaus was designed as a getaway not too far from the city. The post Inspired by Nordic and Japanese design, nortehaus is a hidden getaway outside Toronto, Canada appeared first on Ã…vontuura.

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Alexandra Lange, Robert A.M. Stern, Docomomo, and Preservation Futures on the fate of 60 Wall Street’s lobby

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On August 21, the New York City Planning Commission voted to allow 60 Wall Street’s owners to renovate the beloved 1989 postmodern lobby by Kevin Roche and John Dinkeloo—a decision The post Alexandra Lange, Robert A.M. Stern, Docomomo, and Preservation Futures on the fate of 60 Wall Street’s lobby appeared first on The Architect’s Newspaper.

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Studio Gang and SCAPE add timber canopy to "inclusive" park on Memphis waterfront

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US firms Studio Gang and SCAPE have created a public park alongside the Mississippi River in Memphis that features a mass-timber shade structure and an installation by artist Theaster Gates. Officially called Day One at Tom Lee Park, the park comprises 31 acres of land along the river, with walking paths, fields, river terraces and a large activities area sheltered under a massive glulam canopy.

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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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Thomas Leslie’s Chicago Skyscrapers 1934-1986 offers a wide survey of high rises across the socioeconomic spectrum

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Chicago Skyscrapers 1934-1986: How Technology, Politics, Finance, and Race Reshaped the City | Thomas Leslie | University of Illinois Press | $44.95 In the 1960s, the same Chicago city agency The post Thomas Leslie’s <em>Chicago Skyscrapers 1934-1986</em> offers a wide survey of high rises across the socioeconomic spectrum appeared first on The Architect’s Newspaper.

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Dezeen's top five houses of August 2023

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Steeply-pitched roofs animate two of the homes in this roundup , which spotlights Dezeen's top five houses of the month for August 2023. Also on the list is a dwelling decorated with shiny green tiles, a trapezoidal concrete home and a beach house clad in blackened wood. This is the latest in our Houses of the month series, where we collect the five most popular residences featured on Dezeen every month, from all around the world.

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Should I quit?

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I got my first real full-time architecture job after my undergrad in July. I haven't done a Masters. It's a full-time position at a firm with projects I've always admired. I’m 26. The reason I'm older than most people who've finished their undergrad is that I worked and studied in other fields before I went to architecture school. Unfortunately, it's been a really hard last two months for me.

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Burberry draws on minimalism at New Bond Street store

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British luxury brand Burberry has renovated its New Bond Street store , which has been decorated with a minimalist scheme that is populated with striking contemporary furniture. Set on a prominent spot on the corner of New Bond Street and Conduit Street in central London, the 22,000-square-metre store is split across three levels. Burberry's flagship store is located on New Bond Street The flagship store has a minimal open-plan interior that is characterised by stark white floor, walls and ceili

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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!