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New Science Centre - Nelson Mandela University (NMU) / SVA International

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© Ray Truter Photography architects: SVA International Location: Port Elizabeth, South Africa Project Year: 2023 Photographs: Ray Truter Photography Area: 2900.

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Ray Kappe's Keeler House lists for $12 million in Los Angeles

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Late SCI-Arc founder Ray Kappe ’s Keeler House design has hit the market in Pacific Palisades, California, for $12 million. The split-level, 4,142-square-foot Post and Beam design was built over four and a half years using Kappe’s nearby personal residence as its model. A rich palette of redwood, teak, Douglas fir, concrete, and glass feature carefully throughout the home, which sits on a 7-acre hillside lot and is replete with a two-car garage, four bedrooms, three baths, a storeroo

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YeongJong Do Onnuri Church / shinslab architecture

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© Kim Yongkwan architects: shinslab architecture Location: Unnam-ro, Jung-gu, Incheon, South Korea Project Year: 2023 Photographs: Kim Yongkwan Area: 2700.

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KPF presents Detroit's new University of Michigan Center for Innovation design

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A new project in Detroit from Kohn Pedersen Fox will deliver the University of Michigan 's Center for Innovation (UMCI), a six-story academic research and teaching facility that is expected to open by the spring of 2027. Construction has already commenced for the $250 million development, which will be delivered at 200,000 square feet in advance of two other “incubator” and residential structures that will follow at a later date on the four-acre site.

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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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Rustic Grade House / Maurice Martel Architecte

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© Adrien Williams architects: Maurice Martel Architecte Location: Mandeville, QC J0K, Canada Project Year: 2024 Photographs: Adrien Williams Area: 1400.

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Exhibition for the 35th São Paulo Biennial 2023 Choreographies of the Impossible / vão

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© Pedro Kok architects: Vão Location: Avenida Pedro Álvares Cabral, s/n | Parque do Ibirapuera | São Paulo – SP, Brazil Project Year: 2023 Photographs: Pedro Kok Area: 30000.

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MoMA exhibition on 20th-century Latin American design is a 'gem' says Michael Kimmelman

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The show is a gem. It focuses on domestic design from six countries (Colombia, Argentina, Brazil, Mexico, Chile and Venezuela), produced between 1940 and 1980. Latin America had entered a period of transformation, industrial expansion and creativity. Across the region, design was becoming institutionalized as a profession, opening up new avenues, especially for women.

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One Za’abeel Tower / Nikken Sekkei

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Courtesy of One Za’abeel architects: Nikken Sekkei Location: Dubai - United Arab Emirates Project Year: 2023 Photographs: Courtesy of One Za’abeel Photographs: Koji Horiuchi Photographs: Courtesy of Nikken Sekkei Area: 530700.

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Tiny House 2023 Architecture Competition winners selected

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Competitions organizer Volume Zero has announced the winners for the 2023 edition of the Tiny House Architecture Competition. This year’s contest awarded three winners and Best Student entries, while another ten were listed as Honorable Mentions by the 13-member jury panel. Organizers share: “In this architecture design competition, participants were tasked with designing a comfortable off-the-grid living accommodation for two people under 300 sq. ft. that not only caters to their pr

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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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Budapester Straße Berlin / Grüntuch Ernst Architects

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© Markus Gröteke architects: Grüntuch Ernst Architects Location: Budapester Str. 35, 10787 Berlin, Germany Project Year: 2020 Photographs: Markus Gröteke Area: 19500.

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Red River Gorge Cabin by West Workshop

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Wrapped in the tranquility of the woods, this 2,200-square-foot home is a contemporary take on a Dogtrot-style home, with a breezeway separating the main residence to the guest quarters. Anchoring the home to the sloped landscape, the foundation terraces down the hill, going with the land. Inspired by traditional Kentucky barn materials with a modern upgrade, the home’s two towers feature an exterior vertical black shou-sugi-ban-rainscreen cladding paired with a galvanized metal roof.

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Lanoma Residence / Licht Architecture

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© Anjie Blair architects: Licht Architecture Location: East Launceston TAS 7250, Australia Project Year: 2023 Photographs: Anjie Blair Area: 198.

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New architecture and design competitions: IPA Residency on Governors Island, Newhouse Competition, Ghost Project MICROCOSM, and Goldreed Industrial Design Award

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For this week's curated picks of architecture and design competitions listed on Bustler, we are highlighting four briefs seeking applicants for an independent project residency on New York City's Governors Island, Chicagoland high school student-led projects that aim to create accessible cities, small-scale designs that have the potential to make substantial impacts, and exceptional industrial designs.

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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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TRACKS completes stone and timber school and central kitchen in Bruyère-sur-Oise

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This new school reimagines the traditional “brioline architecture” by incorporating the design elements of a longhouse. The post TRACKS completes stone and timber school and central kitchen in Bruyère-sur-Oise appeared first on Åvontuura.

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Dr. Sanjay Gupta and Ruth Carter to give keynotes at 2024 AIA Conference

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Dr. Sanjay Gupta and Ruth Carter have been announced as keynote speakers for the upcoming AIA Conference on Architecture & Design 2024. Gupta will deliver his speech to the Washington D.C. conference on June 7th, with Carter delivering her speech on June 8th. Gupta is the Chief Medical Correspondent for CNN, where he reports on health and medical news domestically and internationally.

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What is Project Arena? Go behind the scenes of Chaos’ virtual production tech

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Chaos’ Head of Innovation Vladimir Koylazov and CTO Mihail Sergeev on how Project Arena’s ray tracing could transform virtual production workflows for LED walls.

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Project abandonments rose sharply across the country during March

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Project abandonments have spiked recently across the country, according to a new analysis of construction project data contained in the ConstructConnect Project Stress Index for the week ending on March 31st. Construction Dive has more on the latest economic indicators impacting nearly every sector of commercial architecture, including the startling revelation that outright abandonments have increased by 60% from 2021 base levels.

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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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parla unwraps loop, a collection of sofas & armchairs debuting at milan design week 2024

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during milan design week 2024, parla debuts loop collection designed by matthew goodrich and hines fischer of goodrich studio. The post parla unwraps loop, a collection of sofas & armchairs debuting at milan design week 2024 appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Mecanoo's transformative design for the Perth Museum revives Scotland's community pride by Mecanoo

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In the ever-evolving landscape of architectural restoration, Mecanoo continues to carve its name with transformative projects that honour history while embracing modernity. Following in the footsteps of our acclaimed renovation of the New York Public Library, Mecanoo undertook the challenging task of revitalizing Perth's former City Hall—a structure that epitomizes the grandeur of the Edwardian Period, dating back to its inauguration in 1914.

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vibrant inflatable pool installation by CJ hendry pops up in the nevada desert

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Cj Hendry’s public pool celebrates Vegas extravagance New York-based artist Cj Hendry transforms the desert landscape of Sandy Valley Ranch, Nevada, with the installation of her vibrant Public Pool. Running from April 5 to 7, 2024, the piece is accompanied by a comprehensive exhibition informed by the dazzling ambiance of Vegas hotel pool parties, […] The post vibrant inflatable pool installation by CJ hendry pops up in the nevada desert appeared first on designboom | architecture &#

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Terra AI "compass" enables users to take phone-free walks

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Artificial intelligence and a "gorpcore" aesthetic combine in Terra – a "compass" created by design studios Modem Works and Panter & Tourron to enable people to go on walks without their phone. Terra is a pocket-sized gadget that guides its user along a route using haptic feedback and a subtle arrow interface like a compass needle. The routes are bespoke and created by AI in response to the user's prompts.

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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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world’s lightest bamboo e-bikes by diodra have auto-shifting gears for bump-free rides

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diodra describes its S3 and M8 as the world’s lightest e-bikes given their bamboo frames where the cables and motors are concealed for a clean look. The post world’s lightest bamboo e-bikes by diodra have auto-shifting gears for bump-free rides appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Alex Yolov & Gosho Genchev — Product Managers, V-Ray for Maya & Houdini

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Chaos Product Managers Alex Yolov and Gosho Genchev on how MaterialX has been added to V-Ray for Maya and Houdini, and what it means for artists and workflows.

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nendo screens japanese home with world’s first CO2-absorbing concrete blocks

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nendo orchestrates the line of sight by adjusting the angles of each CO2-SUICOM block. The post nendo screens japanese home with world’s first CO2-absorbing concrete blocks appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Fletcher Crane Architects completes pale brick home overlooking Richmond Park

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UK studio Fletcher Crane Architects has completed Kingston Villa in Richmond, London , offering a contemporary "evolution" of the area's typical suburban architecture in pale brick and metal. Tasked with turning a dilapidated bungalow on the edge of Richmond Park into a new family home , the Surrey-based studio drew on its neighbouring buildings to create a simple, gabled form.

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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!