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Bacalar Eco-Park / Colectivo C733

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Completed in 2023 in Bacalar, Mexico. Images by Rafael Gamo. Observatory of the mangrove, the lagoon, and the stars. The Bacalar Lagoon is the largest freshwater bacterial reef in the world. It is one of the.

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Bundang Doosan by Kohn Pedersen Fox Associates (KPF)

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Comprising two towers connected by a 100-meter tall skybridge, the headquarters building forms a new landmark near the main tollgate to and from Seoul. The tower's rational form contains office, auditorium, and tenant amenity space, including the Doosan History Museum and a café that opens up to the landscaped roof terrace. The stacked, interconnected masses create a grand portal which becomes an identifiable visual marker from the adjacent Gyeongbu Expressway.

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CHAABI House / SYSTEM Architects + EKNC

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© Maruf Raihan architects: EKNC architects: SYSTEM Architects Location: Berabo, Rupganj, Narayanganj, Bangladesh Project Year: 2022 Photographs: Maruf Raihan Area: 1035.

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TenBerke completes hybrid?CLT residential hall design at Brown University

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TenBerke has finished work on its two-hall dormitory project for Brown University. The Brook Street Residence Halls project is part of the university’s plan to expand its on-campus housing offerings and was completed using a hybrid steel and cross-laminated timber structure. Brown says their realization creates an important new connection to the east side's Fox Point neighborhood, adding to its capacity to interface with the community of Providence while likewise maintaining its holistic s

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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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Noshu Molla’s House / RIVERINE Architecture

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© Shakil Ibne Hai architects: RIVERINE Architecture Location: Kathi Silna Road, Khanar Par, Bangladesh Project Year: 2021 Photographs: Shakil Ibne Hai Area: 2200.

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Golden Horn Waterfront Sports Park And Public Space / Ervin Garip + Banu Garip + MY Landscape

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© Egemen Karakaya Architectural Photography architects: Banu Garip architects: Ervin Garip architects: MY Landscape Location: İstanbul, Turkey Project Year: 2023 Photographs: Egemen Karakaya Architectural Photography Area: 30000.

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23-39 Blue Pool Road by Kohn Pedersen Fox Associates (KPF)

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The first project in the world to be registered LEED for Homes International Pilot, Blue Pool Road introduced a new residential typology to the city of Hong Kong: the townhouse. Nine luxury houses sit on a uniquely long and narrow site of 7,850 square meters, facing a densely built urban context to the south and a green hillside slope to the north. Each house comprises two individual units, each of which provides roughly 5,000 square feet (465 square meters) of floor area for family living.

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TFC House / LADO Arquitectura e Design

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© Francisco Nogueira architects: LADO Arquitectura e Design Location: 8650 Vila do Bispo, Portugal Project Year: 2023 Photographs: Francisco Nogueira Area: 3552 ft2 Read more »

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Autodesk launches VR tool for reviewing BIM models with Workshop XR

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Autodesk has unveiled a virtual reality tool described as an “immersive design review experience for the AEC industry.” Named Autodesk Workshop XR, the tool offers multiple users the ability to explore design models in real-time using Meta virtual headsets, including abilities to flag and update issue items. “Workshop XR will transform how architects and building engineers plan and review projects,” said Nicolas Fonta, Senior Director & General Manager, XR at Autodesk

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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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ORIGINAL CONCEPT Studio Office / Shire Space Research

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© Here Space Photography architects: Shire Space Research Location: Room 1105, West Building, Zancheng Center, Shangcheng District, Hangzhou, China Project Year: 2023 Photographs: Here Space Photography Area: 180.

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Olvia by URLO Studio

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OLVIA is located on a plot of special relevance for the neighborhood of Bellavista in Quito since it’s on the main access street and has a prominent slope that helps to enhance the position of the building in its surroundings. The morphological complexity of the terrain and its pronounced topography made the boundary between the building and the public space one of the determining elements in designing the project.

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Mbalamwezi School / Sebastián Silva Zunga Arquitecto (SSZA)

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© Sebastián Silva Zunza architects: Sebastián Silva Zunga Arquitecto (SSZA) Location: Arusha, Tanzania Project Year: 2021 Photographs: Sebastián Silva Zunza Area: 713.

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Studio Shed by LMNL office [for architecture and landscape]

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Dutch studio LMNL office [for architecture and landscape] has designed a simple shed that doubles as a studio on a local property in Brabant, The Netherlands. The project, called Studio Shed, is the firm’s second commission for the clients. In 2018, the firm designed the property's main house as well as the 4000m2 garden. The shed is a simple rectangular form of 7.5 by 13 meters.

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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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City Within the City Commercial building / gmp Architects

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© CreatAR architects: gmp Architects Location: Guangzhou, Guangdong Province, China Project Year: 2023 Photographs: CreatAR Area: 35509.

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Cross-Laminated Timber "Berm House" in Washington's Methow Valley by CAST architecture

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The Berm House is a private residence that doubles as the common house and gathering space for a 19 house mixed-income community in Washington’s Methow Valley. The house is set into the landscape, with a panoramic view of the farmland down valley, but hidden from the road by a berm that ramps up onto and across the roof. The south-facing building orientation optimizes winter solar exposure coupled with large overhangs to protect from snowfall and the intense summer sun.

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Tweewater Housing / XDGA - Xaveer De Geyter Architects

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© Maxime Delvaux architects: XDGA - Xaveer De Geyter Architects Location: Brouwerijplein, 3000, Leuven, Belgium Project Year: 2022 Photographs: Maxime Delvaux Area: 28000.

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Herzog & de Meuron updates Sixth&Blanco mass timber project in Austin

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Herzog & de Meuron has updated its plans for the forthcoming Sixth&Blanco mixed-use development in Austin, Texas. The mass timber design will be realized as the firm’s first-ever completed work in Texas. The plan calls for a full city block construction with a hotel, office spaces, a residential component, and retail. Image: © Herzog & de Meuron Updated renderings provided by the firm a year removed from the project’s initial announcement show a more concise linear v

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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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Quincheto / atelier industrial

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© Luis Abba architects: atelier industrial Location: San Rafael, Mendoza, Argentina Project Year: 2022 Photographs: Luis Abba Area: 120.

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UNStudio's edgy Eclipse office design opens in Düsseldorf

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UNStudio has completed work on a new office building for the German operation of PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) in Düsseldorf. Their vision for a new ‘vertical work campus‘ concept was realized with support from the local firm HPP Architekten. The firms say their main intent for the Eclipse project was to “foster interaction and to inspire creativity by providing an inspirational and attractive work environment for today’s talent.

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3½coffee / Some Thoughts

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Completed in 2023 in Shanghai, China. Images by SFAP. In the bustling streets of Shanghai, where life intertwines with social interactions, we find the enchanting 3½ store nestled on Taiyuan Road. For.

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Wonder Building, Bagnolet (fr) by Coldefy

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Emblematic of a new tertiary world, the Wonder Building revisits the traditional codes of office buildings in a powerful and innovative architectural gesture, offering an exceptional quality of life at work. The Wonder Building is a large-scale project to transform an obsolete former industrial site located in Bagnolet, at the gateway to Paris and along the ring road, into a contemporary office building suitable for the future of the workplace.

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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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ANACAPA Architecture designs RV clubhouse in the Sierra Nevada Mountains

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The new resort reworks a former RV park to restore the surrounding landscape and heal the site as much as possible. The post ANACAPA Architecture designs RV clubhouse in the Sierra Nevada Mountains appeared first on Ã…vontuura.

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Federal Reserve Building by Perkins&Will

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Built in 1913, Seattle’s Federal Reserve Bank building acts as a window to the past in a city typically defined by its progressive, forward-thinking culture. When property developer Martin Selig bought the property at a government auction in 2014, he aimed to update it for contemporary use while preserving those historical links. The Seattle studio of Perkins&Will was commissioned to revitalize the iconic stone box with a modern addition and new amenities, a particularly difficult miss

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Neom unveils pair of jagged skyscrapers for luxury resort on Gulf of Aqaba

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Saudi Arabian mega project Neom has revealed its latest region, Epicon, a tourist destination on the Gulf of Aqaba that will feature two jagged skyscrapers. Set to be built on the Gulf of Aqaba coast in northwestern Saudi Arabia , Epicon is the sixth of Neom's planned 10 regions to be announced. The Epicon resort will be built around two skyscrapers It will comprise two jagged towers, one measuring 225 and the other 275 metres, which will contain 41 hotel and luxury residences.

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October sees construction costs decline

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A new Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) analysis of statistics provided by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Producer Price Index data has shown a slight decline in construction input prices of 1.2% for the month of October. Per ABC’s analysis, Construction input prices are 1.1% lower than a year ago, while nonresidential construction input prices are recorded as being another 0.7% lower.

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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!