Wed.Jul 19, 2023

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Step by Step: How to Specify Materials in an Architecture Project?

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Central Energy Plant / Spillman Farmer Architects. Image © Parham Taghioff Just as fashion designers use pins, needles and textiles to bring their creations to life, architects rely on materials to shape our built environment. From steel and glass to wood and concrete, these form the artistic palette that transforms blueprints into tangible structures, bridging the gap between imagination and reality.

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Creative, affordable living solutions awarded in Buildner's Milan Affordable Housing Challenge winners

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Buildner has announced the results of their Milan Affordable Housing Challenge. The 15th edition of the competition platform’s Affordable Housing Series, the brief called for “a flexible, innovative, pilot-phase concept for affordable housing within and around Milan, Italy.” The competition had no set site or scale but was required to address the city’s housing crisis in a creative spirit.

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Cities For People: In Conversation with Jan Gehl at the UIA World Congress of Architects 2023

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The UIA World Congress of Architecture 2023 is an international invitation for architects worldwide to explore the future of the built environment. The event this year that brought together 6,000 participants worldwide, focusing on “Sustainable Futures – Leave No One Behind”, was set on discovering how architecture influences the 17 UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), ranging from Climate Adaptation, Rethinking Resources, Health, Inclusivity, and more.

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LOLA Landscape Architects tapped as designers for mixed-use Hartree development in Cambridge

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Rotterdam -based LOLA Landscape Architects has been selected by developers Landsec U+I and TOWN to design the new 48-hectare Hartree development, a mixed-use neighborhood in Cambridge , United Kingdom. The Hartree site in Cambridge. The masterplan for the urban quarter development was designed by Swedish practice Kjellander Sjöberg Architects. The design team includes various disciplines including, urban planners, architects, engineers, and sustainability experts.

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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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Vertigo Terrace / Park Associati

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© Nicola Colella | PARK ASSOCIATI architects: Park Associati Location: Via Tortona, 35, 20144 Milano MI, Italy Project Year: 2023 Photographs: Nicola Colella | PARK ASSOCIATI Photographs: Melania Dalle Grave e Alessandro Saletta | DSL Studio Area: 753.

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LEMA Residence / Padovani Arquitetos

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© Evelyn Muller architects: Padovani Arquitetos Location: Mont Blanc Residence, Campinas - SP, Brazil Project Year: 2020 Photographs: Evelyn Muller Area: 400.

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Relics of an industrial past are the key to future of affordable housing in Massachusetts

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As Massachusetts continues to suffer from a shortage of affordable housing, former mills like those in Lawrence are a bright spot. With the assistance of state and federal funding, developers have renovated and converted more than a hundred mills around the commonwealth into housing complexes in recent decades — projects that both provide much-needed homes and help revitalize post-industrial areas.

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Villa Cumulus / Arkana Architects

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© Indra Wiras architects: Arkana Architects Location: Ungasan, South Kuta, Badung, Bali, Indonesia Project Year: 2021 Photographs: Indra Wiras Area: 550.

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New construction video highlights AECOM's nearly complete Intuit Dome in Inglewood

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Following reports of its topping out in March , the AECOM -designed Intuit Dome, the future home of the Los Angeles Clippers, is taking shape ahead of its expected completion in 2024. A new video depicts the status of the project as of June 2023, where its standout steel frame with diagrid geometry can be seen wrapping the structure. This building skin is formed from a series of diamond-shaped, interwoven metal panels with multiple uses.

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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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Pharo Office Building / Park Associati

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© Marco Cappelletti architects: Park Associati Location: Via Gattamelata, 30/34, 20149 Milano MI, Italy Project Year: 2022 Photographs: Marco Cappelletti Photographs: Nicola Colella - Park Associati Area: 22100.

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The ASLA Fund announces two winners for its Inaugural National Competitive Research Grants

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The American Society of Landscape Architects (ASLA) fund has just announced a pair of winners of its inaugural national competitive grants, offering a total of $25,000 to researchers working towards solutions to both climate change and the ongoing biodiversity crises in the United States. "We help communities adapt to climate-driven extreme weather and support biodiversity,” ASLA CEO Torey Carter-Conneen explained at the announcement.

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Oberoi Villa / Arkana Architects

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© Indra Wiras architects: Arkana Architects Location: Ubud, Gianyar Regency, Bali, Indonesia Project Year: 2020 Photographs: Indra Wiras Area: 450.

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Carlo Ratti Associati blends old and new with the theories of Piranesi for its latest Italian design

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Carlo Ratti Associati has unveiled design details for its latest hospitality sector collaboration with Italo Rota located at the Monferrato UNESCO World Heritage site in Italy. The studio’s new Roccia project reimagines a hilltop former monastery site in Piedmont into a new residential complex. The project relies on LIDAR scans to enable a new digitally-fabricated timber skin to be inserted amongst the 400-year-old brick ruins.

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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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Puradies Nature Resort / noa* network of architecture

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© Alex Filz architects: noa* network of architecture Location: 5771 Leogang, Austria Project Year: 2023 Photographs: Alex Filz Area: 3070.

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A proposed residential project by Laney LA makes use of dark Shou Sugi Ban cladding nestled in Lake Tahoe's landscape

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Lake Tahoe is the project site of Laney LA 's unbuilt residential design project titled the SQ Residence. The Hermosa Beach-based architecture and design firm share model images and drawings of a residential project proposal aimed to resemble a mountain cave that "acts as a fortress within a demanding environment." The firm is no stranger to showcasing new projects alongside meticulously designed architecture models, which help add to the design proposal's narrative.

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Pencil Building in Kumagaya / Ono Architect Office + Sigma Construction

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© Yoshihiko Takeuchi architects: Ono Architect Office architects: Sigma Construction Location: Kumagaya City, Saitama prefecture, Japan Project Year: 2021 Photographs: Yoshihiko Takeuchi Area: 100.

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New architecture and design competitions: Art Temporary Installation Competition, IGBC Green Design Competition, Re-Draw Nakagin Capsule Tower, and the DesignTO Festival

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This week's latest selection of curated picks of architecture and design competitions listed on Bustler highlights four calls inviting proposals for a temporary architectural installation, sustainable design solutions, creative Nakagin Capsule Tower drawings, and independent projects for Toronto. For the complete directory of newly listed competitions, click here.

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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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Nobori Residential Building / Florian Busch Architects

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© Vincent Hecht architects: Florian Busch Architects Location: Yochomachi, Shinjuku City, Tokyo 162-0055, Japan Project Year: 2023 Photographs: Vincent Hecht Photographs: Courtesy of Florian Busch Architects Area: 223.

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Renowned luxury interiors brand Boffi is looking for a new designer

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Following our previous look at an opening for an Architectural Senior Project Coordinator - Aviation/Airport Sector at The Beck Group, we are using this week’s edition of our Job Highlights series to explore an open role on Archinect Jobs for a Designer at Boffi. The successful candidate will join Boffi’s team in Georgetown, where they will work with the global luxury brand which is “synonymous with innovation and excellence in kitchens and bathrooms.

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New High Line Bridge: A Safe, Ecological Connection

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© Andrew Frasz In midtown Manhattan , the street crossings surrounding the entrance to the Lincoln Tunnel were once some of the most challenging in the city. A mess of highway ramps, missing sidewalks, and concrete barriers made the corner of Dyer Avenue and 30th Street an area to avoid. Now with a new $50 million elevated connector, pedestrians can safely move 30 feet above the intersections using a 600-foot-long L-shaped bridge from the High Line to Moynihan Train Hall.

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BE_Design announces completion of Community and Education Center in Rwanda for young women and family development

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The heart of the building features a space that functions as a gathering hall or series of classrooms to accommodate a variety of activities. The post BE_Design announces completion of Community and Education Center in Rwanda for young women and family development appeared first on Åvontuura.

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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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Symbiocene Living: Exploring the Potential of Mycelium Blocks for Sustainable Architecture

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© George Fielding Photography The geological period we currently inhabit is known as the Anthropocene, defined by the substantial human impact on Earth's ecosystems and geology. In contrast, the Symbiocene, a term coined by Australian philosopher and environmentalist Glenn Albrecht , presents a vision of the future characterized by a positive and symbiotic relationship between humans and the natural world.

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Hopkins Architects tops Wimbledon tennis courts with sweeping racket-informed roof

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British studio Hopkins Architects has added an indoor tennis centre with an undulating timber-coated roof to the All England Lawn Tennis Club at Wimbledon , UK. Located opposite the tennis club's main site which houses the iconic outdoor Wimbledon courts, the building replaces an ageing 1950s concrete dome that previously housed the club's indoor courts.

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Architecture Classics: Gold Museum / Germán Samper

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© Dan Gamboa Bohórquez Talking about the Gold Museum means discussing an ambitious project resolved through simple design principles and sobriety. Inaugurated in 1968, this building, located on the eastern side of Santander Park, aims to establish itself as a humble capsule that intrigues visitors and takes them on a captivating journey through the world of Colombian artisanal skills.

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Cast concrete volumes animate south London home by Bureau de Change

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Architecture studio Bureau de Change has used concrete to playfully mimic motifs drawn from surrounding 1930s brick housing at Cast House in south London. Located on a suburban street in Clapham, the home is intended as a "contemporary interpretation" of the surrounding large red-brick houses that have gable roofs, bay windows and covered porches. Bureau de Change has completed Cast House in London Finished in a combination of brickwork and concrete, the four storeys of the home are staggered up

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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!