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MAY 8, 2023

Japanese architecture and engineering firm Mitsubishi Jisho Design has unveiled details of a sustainable teahouse project at the upcoming Venice Architecture Biennale , which takes place from May 20th to November 26th in what is now its 18th edition. The Veneti-An Tea House prototype is included in the European Cultural Center’ s Time Space Existence exhibition, which runs parallel to the fair in the city's Giardini Marinaressa Gardens.

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MAY 8, 2023

Maison Brummell Majorelle is a unique 8 room gem right next to Yves Saint Laurent's famous Jardin Majorelle The post Bergendy Cooke design luxury hotel next to Yves Saint Laurent’s Jardin Majorelle in Marrakech appeared first on Åvontuura.

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MAY 8, 2023

The Pratt Institute ’s School of Architecture has just announced the appointment of urban designer and academic Quilian Riano as its new Dean. Riano, who has been serving as the school’s Interim Dean since last August, will officially step into the role on May 8th. He joined Pratt’s faculty as an Assistant Dean in 2021 after previous teaching positions at Kent State University , Columbia , Syracuse , and Boston’s Wentworth Institute of Technology , among other campuses.

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MAY 8, 2023

Spanish studio Agora Arquitectura has converted a derelict brick building into a base for a raised timber house on the outskirts of Barcelona. Appropriately named House on a Brick Base, the home is located on an agricultural site that featured an old tool shed and a small red-brick building – both of which were in ruins when Agora Arquitectura discovered the site.

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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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MAY 8, 2023

The next exhibition to grace Berlin’s Aedes Architecture Forum will focus on the career of the Portuguese-born 1992 Pritzker Prize laureate Álvaro Siza in honor of the architect’s 90th birthday this June. Opening May 27, 90 Years Álvaro Siza: Two Towers takes a look at two recent designs — 611 West 56th Street in New York City and the architect’s 2021 watchtower project in Serra das Talhadas, Proença-a-Nova — to address questions using their dic

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Archinect

MAY 8, 2023

COOKFOX ’s 555 Greenwich project, a 270,000-square-foot, 16-story office tower in the heart of New York City’s Hudson Square , has officially topped out. The structure will seamlessly combine with the adjacent 1931-built 345 Hudson to form a singular full-block building. Rendering: Vocon, image courtesy COOKFOX The development was led by Hudson Square Properties, a joint venture of Trinity Church Wall Street, Norges Bank Investment Management, and Hines.

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designboom

MAY 8, 2023

traditional japanese joinery techniques and local natural materials shape this cozy shelter for chickens. The post japanese shrine architecture informs 2m26’s zero-impact chicken coop in japan appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Archinect

MAY 8, 2023

A new exhibition on view at Germany’s Vitra Design Museum focuses on the recent reconfiguration of horticulture around social and environmental justice concerns in four sections. Put on with assistance from the Het Nieuwe Instituut and Wüstenrot Foundation , Garden Futures: Designing with Nature examines vertical farms, community gardens, and other designs from Derek Jarman, Mien Ruys, and Roberto Burle Marx in context in order to obtain answers about their future and philosophical pa

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designboom

MAY 8, 2023

it is, to date, the first industrial building to have earned the french E4C2 label. The post lina ghotmeh brings sweeping arches to brick-clad hermès workshop in normandy appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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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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MAY 8, 2023

Perkins&Will has released an update to its Green Operations Plan in the wake of the United Nation’s latest Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) report , which was critical of the strides global efforts have been able to make in avoiding a catastrophic 1.5° Celsius rise in temperature by 2040. According to the firm, the update touches eight different project categories with three key “enhancements” that work to phase out plastic use while encouraging further

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The Architect's Newsletter

MAY 8, 2023

Pratt Institute has named Quilian Riano dean of the School of Architecture. After Harriet Harriss stepped down following a three-year tenure, the school assumed a national search to name a The post Pratt names Quilian Riano dean of the School of Architecture appeared first on The Architect’s Newspaper.

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Archinect

MAY 8, 2023

Autodesk has unveiled a new software program that integrates automation and artificial intelligence -powered insights. Autodesk Forma is described by the company as an “industry cloud” that will use AI to “simplify the exploration of design concepts, offload repetitive tasks, and help evaluate environmental qualities surrounding a building site, giving architects time to focus on creative solutions.

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designboom

MAY 8, 2023

'habitat: vernacular architecture for a changing climate' explores sustainable, adaptable architecture across more than eighty countries. The post habitat: a book exploring how vernacular architecture nurtures our changing planet appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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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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MAY 8, 2023

Following last week’s visit to California-based McClean Design , we are moving our Meet Your Next Employer series to Beijing this week, where we explore the work of OPEN Architecture. Founded by Li Hu and Huang Wenjing, the firm established its Beijing office in 2008 after spending some formative years working on high-profile projects at Steven Holl Architects and Pei Cobb Freed & Partners.

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MAY 8, 2023

Valencian design studio Masquespacio has completed a dine-in restaurant for takeaway sushi chain Ichi Station in Milan , with interiors designed to resemble a futuristic spaceship. Set in a historic building in the Brera district, the chain's latest outpost builds on the same travel and transport concept established across its other outlets – including eight in Milan and another in Turin.

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Archinect

MAY 8, 2023

A new adaptive reuse academic project from Lorcan O’Herlihy Architects (LOHA) for Chapman University is getting students' feet moving following the completion of the Sandi Simon Dance Center this January. The project remade an aging century-old former fruit packing warehouse space operated by the school’s namesake, the orange growing magnate C.C.

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designboom

MAY 8, 2023

a vibrant fusion of pop culture, manga, photorealism, and hyperrealism converges at japan house london. The post japan house london unveils works by 60 japanese graphic artists in upcoming exhibition appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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MAY 8, 2023

Our newest project in downtown Austin, home to Hippo Insurance, captures the essence of the city's entrepreneurial spirit through a concept of discovery, showcasing contrasting materials of concrete and glass, mass and openness, opaque and transparent, straight and oblique. The intentional duality of the design reveals new opportunities and experiences, embodying the creativity and innovation that defines Austin as the leading hub for visionary entrepreneurs.

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Deezen

MAY 8, 2023

Dezeen Showroom: British furniture brand Morgan collaborated with industrial designer Tim Rundle on a curvaceous chair that has a statuesque silhouette. The Bilbao chair is named after the city of Bilbao in northern Spain and more specifically the biomorphic forms of architect Frank Gehry 's Guggenheim Museum Bilbao. Bilbao has a rounded form The chair is made using a duo of inventive upholstery techniques – the organic shapes are made using sculpted foam, which is covered with fabric pulled tau

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MAY 8, 2023

The project is inspired by the dreamlike universe of textures and materials from the Mediterranean world. The most characteristic element is the waves of the sea, which we implemented through two constructive elements on the ground and first floor. Both give a specific function, one of them as a bar back on the first floor, and the other as a long zigzagging bench that organizes the central area of the upper floor.

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The Spaces

MAY 8, 2023

Beat the Monday blues with our weekly shot of interior design wanderlust. From the hottest hotels to iconic homes, we bring you a curation of interior spaces to inspire your renovation project and fuel your curiosity… The Invisible Collection showroom in Paris View this post on Instagram A post shared by Eric Petschek | CityBoy (@cb) Private apartment in Milan View this post on Instagram A post shared by francesca ióvene (@francescaiovene) 8 Holland Street townhouse in Bath View this post on Ins

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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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MAY 8, 2023

This post is brought to you by Architecture at Zero. Architecture at Zero is a design competition for decarbonization, equity, and resilience, open to students and professionals worldwide. It serves to engage the fields of architecture, design, engineering, and planning in the pursuit of sustainable design. The 2023 competition challenge is to design an agriculture center, connecting the history of California’s first Black town to its present aspiration to become a destination for sustaina

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MAY 8, 2023

Dezeen has teamed up with software company Autodesk to host a panel discussion about the role of AI and data in architecture practice. Watch the broadcast here at 4:00pm London time. Moderated by Dezeen's editor Tom Ravenscroft, the talk will hear from three experts on how data and AI are being used across the architecture industry, which will be introduced by executive vice president of architecture, engineering and construction design solutions at Autodesk , Amy Bunszel.

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Architecture Ideas

MAY 8, 2023

Do you know what people first notice when they enter your property? Driveways! Yes, it is one of the most important aspects and statement pieces for your home. Anyone who comes to your place will most likely notice the gravel or pavement leading up to your front door. But instead of a beautiful display, what if they’ll see a not-so-pleasing entrance and driveway?

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Deezen

MAY 8, 2023

Fog X, a jacket that can make drinking water from fog, has won the first public vote in the Lexus Design Awards , which recognises prototypes that aim to build a better future. Swedish designer Pavel Hedström won the publicly voted category with the Fog-X jacket, which is designed for travellers in remote and arid locations. The jacket enables users to trap water from the air, and can also be expanded into a one-person shelter to provide protection from another major threat in the desert, the su

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