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Perforated Architecture: 20 Projects that Bring Back the Historic Musharrabiya

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The TerraMater Store / RENESA Architecture Design Interiors Studio. Image © Niveditaa Gupta There is often an intricate relationship between architecture and the environment. Each part of the world has defined its own architectural techniques based on its unique climatic conditions. However, environmental concerns in the 21st century provoked new techniques, implementing solutions to preserve natural resources and provide thermal comfort.

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JAJA Architects and Brandsberg Dahl complete contemporary wood church with natural light filtering through gable roof

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The nave is placed as a direct extension of the main street creating a plaza for both the church and town. The post JAJA Architects and Brandsberg Dahl complete contemporary wood church with natural light filtering through gable roof appeared first on Åvontuura.

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Are Architecture Firms the Next Design Thinking and Innovation Giants?

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3D printed model by 3XN/GXN. Image © Beyond Buildings As they recognize the growing significance of innovation in today’s business landscape, architecture firms are experiencing a transformation. Companies across diverse industries have also come to appreciate the impact of design on cracking challenges, thanks to the success of design-focused startups such as Airbnb.

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Five beachside houses by 'Resolution: 4 Architecture': Your Next Employer?

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Following last week’s visit to Los Angeles-based Lorcan O’Herlihy Architects , we are moving our Meet Your Next Employer series to New York this week to explore the work of Resolution: 4 Architecture. Founded in 1990 by Joseph Tanney and Robert Luntz, the firm describes itself as “dedicated to addressing 21st-century conditions through intelligent architecture and design.

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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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House M / Ayami Takada Architects

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© Vincent Hecht architects: Ayami Takada Architects Location: Abeguchi Shinden, Aoi Ward, Shizuoka, 421-2114, Japan Project Year: 2023 Photographs: Vincent Hecht Area: 199.

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Verwaltungsgebäude Brugg Kabelwerke - Office Building / Tschudin Urech Bolt Architekten

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© Kuster Frey architects: Tschudin Urech Bolt Architekten Location: Klosterzelgstrasse 28, 5210 Windisch, Switzerland Project Year: 2023 Photographs: Kuster Frey Area: 3300.

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Stability AI launches free sketch-to-image tool

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AI developers Stability AI have announced the release of Stable Doodle , a sketch-to-image tool that “converts a simple drawing into a dynamic image, providing limitless imaging possibilities to a range of professionals and hobbyists.” Accessible through Stability AI’s Clipdrop platform , Stable Doodle translates sketches drawn directly into its interface and currently does not support hand-drawn sketches being uploaded to the platform.

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Rubrum Office / Office Istanbul Architects

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Courtesy of Office Istanbul Architects architects: Office Istanbul Architects Location: Seferihisar, Düzce, Seferihisar/İzmir, Turkey Project Year: 2023 Photographs: Courtesy of Office Istanbul Architects Area: 240.

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The ancient ventilation method that’s still keeping Chinese homes cool

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When asked about why skywells have caught more attention of modern Chinese people, Wang [Zhengfeng] says that the courtyard is also designed to serve as a gathering space for families or communities, and comes with ritual meanings. "Perhaps changes in the way of life could also trigger vernacular nostalgia among people living in concrete and glass forests.

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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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Biophilia in Brazilian Contemporary Architecture in 7 Projects

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Restaurante 00:00 / Ricardo Abreu Arquitetos. Image: © Renato Navarro Biophilia, or love for life and nature, inspires architects around the world to create spaces that deeply connect with natural elements. These architectural projects seek to reintroduce nature into built environments, resulting in spaces that promote well-being, health, inspiration, and even productivity.

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Winning projects for the 2023 WAFX Awards address climate emergency, building community resilience, and more

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The winners of this year’s World Architecture Festival WAFX Awards have been announced, featuring a total of 34 projects from top design firms across the globe whose work addresses a range of important contemporary environmental issues and other social concerns. Designs in eight categories were selected by the jury from the future projects included in the overall shortlist that was announced last week ahead of the Festival's three-day meeting at Singapore's Marina Bay Sands resort in Novem

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Warehouse Villa in Isumi / Arii Irie Architects

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Completed in 2022 in Isumi, Japan. Images by Kai Nakamura. The seemingly odd title, Warehouse Villa, arose from an unusual request received from an owner of a restaurant business. He was looking for a.

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Saudi Arabia begins securing financing agreements for various NEOM developments

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Saudi Arabia's megaproject Neom is seeking to raise 10 billion riyals ($2.7bn) in loans, according to a report in Bloomberg published on Monday. The early stages of the $500bn planned city will be financed by money raised from local lenders, according to sources familiar with the matter who spoke to Bloomberg. Banks are currently in negotiations with Neom, and the loan could be completed in the next few months.

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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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Community Jameel Center in Downtown Cairo: Modernist and Mamluk Architecture Captured by Ebrahim Bahaa Eldin

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© Ebrahim Bahaa - Eldin | Jameel Center In Downtown Cairo , the Jameel Center pays homage to modernism and Mamluk architectural heritage. The Abdul Latif Jameel Center for Middle East Management Studies illustrates effective and adaptable architecture. The old business education building, a monument in Cairo's multi-layered architectural and academic heritage with staple elements such as concrete façades, has Mamluk-inspired arches, and wooden mashrabiyyas.

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A Private Training Center|Office by Goodpattern.eu

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A Training Center|Office in Mārupe, Latvia. The new building of the Training Center|Office is located in the suburban industrial zone, therefore, in order to fit into the context, the shape of the building is designed in an industrial style. The building was designed with maximum economy in mind. This applies to both economical construction and economical building maintenance and saving resources.

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Installation I Possessió Drift / Jorge Vidal Studio

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© José Hevia architects: Jorge Vidal Studio Location: Parc de Montjuïc, s/n, 08038 Barcelona, España Project Year: 2022 Photographs: José Hevia Area: 220.

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LMN Architects' Seattle Aquarium expansion receives $1M Murdock Trust grant

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The M.J. Murdock Charitable Trust gave the Seattle Aquarium a $1 million grant toward the construction of the new Ocean Pavilion, the Trust announced Tuesday. The grant will support the completion of the Seattle Aquarium’s new $160 million Ocean Pavilion, which was designed by LMN Architects. The expansion will add 50,000 square feet of exhibits, theatrical spaces, and support areas.

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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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Zala Springs Golf Resort Wellness Pavilion / Archikon Architects

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© Balázs Danyi architects: ARCHIKON ARCHITECTS Location: Kehidakustány, 8784 Hungary Project Year: 2021 Photographs: Balázs Danyi Area: 735.

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Explore the 2023 INSIDE World Festival of Interiors shortlist

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The World Architecture Festival (WAF) is continuing to ramp up for November’s three-day conference in Singapore with the announcement of shortlisted finalists for this year’s INSIDE World Festival of Interiors , featuring some of the best new interior design projects from over 70 emerging and established firms around the world. WAF program director Paul Finch said: "This year’s entries are well up to standard, showing a zest for life and color which reminds us of the important

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GXN and MEE Studio’s Pavilions in Copenhagen Explore Circularity and Regeneration for the 2023 UIA Congress of Architects

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(P)RECAST UIA Pavilion / GXN. Image © Zuhal Kocan Developed by GXN for the 2023 UIA World Congress of Architects in Copenhagen , The (P)RECAST Pavilion explores the possibility of reusing precast concrete elements from existing buildings to promote circularity and reduced carbon emissions in the construction industry. The pavilion showcases salvaged concrete elements alongside 200-year-old timber beams, highlighting their aesthetic and structural value.

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Maximum design freedom at your feet | News | Architonic

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<p>It accompanies us through the day, gives us support, shows us the way and touches our senses. This may sound like the description of your perfect partner, but in this case, we are talking about the ground beneath our feet. Day after day, year after year, we come into daily contact with it, though it generally melts into the background, is taken for granted and overlooked.

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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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Pasco House Renovation / Valeria Mecchia + Nicolás Gonzalez

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© Ana Delgado architects: Nicolás Gonzalez Arquitectos architects: Valeria Mecchia Location: Rosario, Provincia de Santa Fe, Argentina Project Year: 2021 Photographs: Ana Delgado Area: 83.

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Operable screens wrap beachfront house in Hawaii by Olson Kundig

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US studio Olson Kundig Architects has utilised a variety of wooden storm shutters and deep roof overhangs for a Hawaiian holiday home called Hale Napo'o. Hale Napo'o, which translates to Sunset House, is located on the northern coast of Kauai, an island in the Hawaiian archipelago. Hale Napo'o is a holiday home in Hawaii The clients desired a family retreat that opened up to the landscape and ushered in breezes from Hanalei Bay.

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CIAHAD House / Camponovo Baumgartner Architekten

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Courtesy of Camponovo Baumgartner architects: Camponovo Baumgartner Architekten Location: Arosa, Switzerland Project Year: 2020 Photographs: Courtesy of Camponovo Baumgartner Area: 593.

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Mexico City museum features "living facade" made of thousands of aluminium panels

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Local architect Fernanda Ahumada and studio FR-EE have completed The National Biodiversity Pavilion in Mexico City with a facade of moving aluminium panels that responds to light and wind. Located at the National Autonomous University in Mexico City, the building will house the archives and growing mammal, reptile, fish and bird collections of the Institute of Biology in radial floor plans that ascend throughout its three storeys.

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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!