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Hello Wood’ Builder Summit Experiments with Construction Techniques to Revive an Abandoned Quarry in Hungary

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Diszkóhernyók / Team Leaders: Klósz Endre, Kovács Lóránt, and Sarkadi Zsolt. Image © György Palkó After a three-year break, Hello Wood ’s builder festival returns to welcome students, architects, and young professionals from all across the world to join the 10-day builder camp to test their wooden construction abilities, learn to collaborate, and participate actively in on-site design and construction.

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Five bespoke residences by Joeb Moore & Partners: Your Next Employer?

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Following last week’s visit to New York-based Resolution: 4 Architecture , we are moving our Meet Your Next Employer series to Connecticut this week to explore the work of Joeb Moore & Partners. From their studio in Greenwich, the firm has built a portfolio grounded in “intellect in design, craftsmanship, and inventive building systems and details.

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Brisa Home / Volca Interiores

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© Alejandro Gómez Vives architects: Volca Interiores Location: Valencia, Spain Project Year: 2022 Photographs: Alejandro Gómez Vives Photographs: Area: 145.

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Inside three upgraded Columbia University science labs by Shakespeare, Gordon, Vlado: Architects

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Shakespeare, Gordon, Vlado: Architects (SGVA) has completed a series of research laboratories for Columbia University. Initiated in 2018, the project aimed to “modernize and repurpose” Columbia’s existing facilities to accommodate the expanding needs of the university's biological sciences, chemistry, and physics departments. Physics Lab.

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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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Arcade Project Public Cultural Space / MOU Architecture Studio

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© Ang Wu architects: MOU Architecture Studio Location: 2-3F, No.116 Hongwu North Road, Xuanwu District, Nanjing, China Project Year: 2022 Photographs: Ang Wu Photographs: DONG Architects Image Photographs: Zhuang Wu Area: 320.

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Immerso Hotel / Silva Dias Arquitectos

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© Francisco Nogueira architects: Silva Dias Arquitectos Location: Ericeira, 2655 Ericeira, Portugal Project Year: 2021 Photographs: Francisco Nogueira Area: 21528 ft2 Read more »

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See photos from Harlem Grown and Jerome Haferd / BRANDT : HAFERD's newly-opened 'Sankofa' installation

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New York-based artists collective Harlem Grown , in collaboration with Jerome Haferd of BRANDT : HAFERD , has shared photos of the new ‘Sankofa’ installation in Harlem’s historic Marcus Garvey Park just months after the announcement of a two-year community-led commission aimed at creating an artistic public gathering space for residents of the area.

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Architecture Classics: Colpatria TO / Obregón y Valenzuela & Cía. Ltda.

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© RobertContrer [Flickr], under license CC BY-NC-ND 2.0 Considered a heritage of the modern movement in Colombia, the Colpatria Tower rises in the San Diego sector of the renowned International Center of Bogotá With 50 floors and a height of 196 meters, it was the tallest building in the country for many years until the construction of the BD Bacatá in 2016, also in Bogotá The implementation of innovative construction techniques and its location at the intersection of two major ar

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The Hunters Point Library case highlights the ADA's failures to prevent inequality by design

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More than 30 years ago, the Americans with Disabilities Act was signed into law, mandating reasonable accommodations and accessibility features for people with disabilities. Yet to this day, ADA noncompliant sidewalks, crosswalks, and public transportation stops permeate U.S. cities from coast to coast. The plaintiff in the Hunters Point Library suit against Steven Holl — disability advocate Tanya Jackson — is another high-profile case highlighting the effects of racial health inequa

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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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Hillside Homes: How to Dig In for the Long Term

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By building houses like the Latypi residence on hillsides, we can reduce the impact construction has on the landscape, while keeping the views for ourselves. Image Ever since humans started building (about 10,000 years ago), settlers looking for sites to build new villages or homesteads have kept a simple list of criteria: access to water, proximity to arable land, and, ideally, as flat as possible.

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Total construction starts fall in June, continuing wavering trend in 2023

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Total construction starts continue to fluctuate, with a 9% dip in June resulting in a seasonally adjusted annual rate of $1 trillion, according to the latest Dodge Construction Network report. Nonresidential starts led the decline, falling 14%. Nonbuilding starts fell 9%, and residential starts dropped 4%. Year-to-date through June 2023, total construction starts were 5% below that of 2022.

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Geology Museum / Estudio MMX

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© Dane Alonso architects: Estudio MMX Ubicación: Ciudad de México, CDMX, México Año Proyecto: 2021 Fotografías: Dane Alonso Área: 2242.

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Minneapolis’ attempt to curtail EIFS cladding is causing pushback from architects and builders

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These kinds of guidelines cite “sustainability,” but miss a larger point about housing in Minneapolis. While it’s true that some types of texture and massing look “cheaper” than others, there are legitimate questions about whether or not newer types of building materials — EIFS, metal cladding, and the like — are more climate friendly and affordable than other materials that seem more traditional.

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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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Technical Services Base Lysolaje / PROGRES ARCHITEKTI

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© Alex Shoots Buildings architects: Progres Architekti Location: Květová, 165 00 Praha-Lysolaje, Czech Republic Project Year: 2022 Photographs: Alex Shoots Buildings Area: 437.

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See photos from Harlem Grown and BRANDT : HAFERD's newly-opened 'Sankofa' installation

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New York-based artists collective Harlem Grown , in collaboration with Jerome Haferd of BRANDT : HAFERD , has shared photos of the new ‘Sankofa’ installation in Harlem’s historic Marcus Garvey Park just months after the announcement of a two-year community-led commission aimed at creating an artistic public gathering space for residents of the area.

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Holiday Inns Samui Lobby / Onion

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© W-Workspace architects: Onion Location: Ko Samui, Ko Samui District, Surat Thani, Thailand Project Year: 2022 Photographs: W-Workspace Area: 580.

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One Silk Street by Mecanoo

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One Silk Street sits in the heart of the Ancoats area in Manchester, a significant historical landmark associated with the Industrial Revolution. It contains the highest concentration of Grade II and II* Listed mill buildings in Manchester. As part of the city's expansion plan, aimed at enhancing the quality of life and driving change in its boundaries, particularly in the Ancoats area, Mecanoo designed a new mixed-use project called One Silk Street.

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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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Olimpo Nômade Installation / Langarita Navarro Arquitectos

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© Luis Díaz Díaz architects: Langarita Navarro Arquitectos Location: 8500 Portimão, Portugal Project Year: 2022 Photographs: Luis Díaz Díaz Area: 6805.

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Georg-Eckert Campus of the Leibniz Institute for Educational Media | Georg Eckert Institute by Sehw Architektur

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Sehw has had a passion for existing buildings, continuing construction, refurbishing and revitalising them — for over 25 years. Sehw architects are driven by the fascination of continuing the stories, rethinking spatial relationships and uncovering and revealing the qualities of the existing structures. The Georg-Eckert Campus, designed by Sehw Architecture, is a modern research campus of the Georg Eckert Institute for International Textbook Research in Braunschweig, Germany, as part of th

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Ennead Architects Proposes a Unified Campus Master Plan for the American School in Japan

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Courtesy of Ennead Architects Ennead Architects has been enlisted to redefine the campus of The American School in Japan (ASIJ) to align the international school’s academic mission with its environment. Currently defined by its aging and fragmented infrastructure, the campus is set to become a dynamic and innovative space, encouraging integrated learning, cohesion, and collaboration across age groups.

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Roxbury Park Residence by Hsu McCullough

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With an understanding of materiality and a flare for surprise, this residence navigates an opulence, glamor and mid-century style mixed with asian-inspired minimalism at the junction of Beverly Hills, Century City and Cheviot Hills. Including an expansion of the footprint with a pool house addition, Hsu McCullough restored, remodeled, and modernized this hillside house finished in 1962 by architect David Hyun with consideration and appreciation informed by the original structure.

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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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Na-bom Building / Donggarm Architecture, Inc.

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© Yongsung Kim architects: Donggarm Architecture, Inc. Location: 32-3 Hoenamu-ro, Yongsan-gu, Seoul, South Korea Project Year: 2023 Photographs: Yongsung Kim Area: 275.

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Ridge Residence by Hsu McCullough

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A captivating orchestration of forms, textures and brawny materiality: Standard components, raw materials and living plants were assembled to create a unified whole on top of a mountain ridge in Sherman Oaks framing the oak tree dotted Fossil Ridge Park hillside and San Fernando Valley floor beyond. This modern home with a brise-soleil facade is two stories with a walk-out basement as it opens to a private rear yard patio.

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Green Experience Center in Luisenpark / Bez+Kock Architekten

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© Brigida González architects: Bez+Kock Architekten Location: Theodor-Heuss-Anlage 3, 68165 Mannheim, Germany Project Year: 2023 Photographs: Brigida González Area: 4125.

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IN. X: WANG BBQ Hepingli Store Strategic Catering Space Design by IN.X Design

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By creating a distinctive spatial environment that embodies a "powerful impact," the regional brand breaks through the fog of obscurity that has shrouded it for the past twenty years. Through in-depth exploration of the target audience, the establishment of memorable spatial elements, and the cultivation of emotional value, a series of methods are employed to raise the brand banner and expand its influence.

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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!