Deezen
NOVEMBER 4, 2023
Architecture studio Sahabat Selojene has created PituRooms, a seven-bedroom hotel in Indonesia that occupies a site measuring just 2.8 metres in width. Dubbed the "skinniest hotel ever" by the studio, the hotel sits between an alleyway and houses on a plot in Salatiga that had struggled to attract interest and was left as a "dumping ground" due to the difficulty of building on it.
Archinect
NOVEMBER 4, 2023
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ArchDaily
NOVEMBER 4, 2023
Elbphilharmonie Hamburg by Herzog & de Meuron. Image © Simon Menges “New ideas must use old buildings,” said Jane Jacobs in her seminal book The Death and Life of Great American Cities , championing the reuse of existing building stock as a means to catalyze positive change and foster diverse urban environments. Inserting new activities within an existing framework is increasingly becoming a defining aspect of contemporary architecture, as the need for sustainable alternatives to building an
Avontuura
NOVEMBER 6, 2023
As if it was a fallen trunk, the project proposes a wooden bar suspended between the trees, using larch tiles as a covering. The post Escape to this Chilean house inspired by a fallen log in the forest appeared first on Åvontuura.
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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?
Dwell
NOVEMBER 7, 2023
The stone-clad Connecticut retreat is surprisingly advanced with a steel frame, glass sliders, geothermal heating and cooling, and a motorized roof hatch to the deck. Houses We Love: Every day we feature a remarkable space submitted by our community of architects, designers, builders, and homeowners. Have one to share? Post it here. Project Details: Location: Greenwich, Connecticut Architect: Eric J.
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ArchDaily
NOVEMBER 5, 2023
Completed in 2022 in Vietnam. Images by Hoang Le. In developing urban areas with high construction density, the lack of natural light in tube houses can make the space feel stuffy and disconnected.
Avontuura
NOVEMBER 9, 2023
The non-orthogonal geometry lays the building gently on the ground in the woods like a leaf as the architecture integrates into the ground. The post Kengo Kuma & Associates design KANEKA Wellness Center in Takasago, Japan appeared first on Åvontuura.
Deezen
NOVEMBER 8, 2023
Tashkent's modernist architecture was the focus of the recent Where in the World is Tashkent conference. Here the organisers pick 10 significant buildings in Uzbekistan's capital from the 1960s, '70s and '80s. Created as part of the wider Tashkent Modernism XX/XXI research and preservation project led by the Uzbekistan Art and Culture Development Foundation, the conference aimed to draw attention to the city's modernist architectural heritage and discuss its future.
Archinect
NOVEMBER 7, 2023
Archinect's latest weekly roundup of featured architecture and design firms currently hiring on Archinect Jobs includes new open roles in New York City , Portland , Seattle , and Basel, Switzerland. More exciting job opportunities can be found on the Archinect job board , and you can explore our active community of job seekers , firms , and schools.
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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
ArchDaily
NOVEMBER 8, 2023
© Florence Vesval architects: Atelier Régis Roudil Architectes Location: 13180 Gignac-la-Nerthe, France Project Year: 2021 Photographs: Florence Vesval Area: 529.
Avontuura
NOVEMBER 5, 2023
The pavilion was conceived as an urban blind that, instead of protecting a window, covers an entire public space. The post Manuel Bouzas designs ‘Mediterráneo’, a pavilion designed for the TAC! Urban Architecture Festival in Valencia appeared first on Åvontuura.
Deezen
NOVEMBER 6, 2023
British designer Thomas Heatherwick has recently launched a book, radio series and campaign calling for more "humanised" architecture. Here he picks 10 buildings that are "givers rather than takers". In his book named Humanise , along with the Radio 4 series and recently launched initiative , Heatherwick takes aim at boring buildings. The publication aims to promote the creation of more interesting buildings that are designed to engage passers-by and consider "emotion as a core function".
Archinect
NOVEMBER 7, 2023
Construction of the lingering suicide prevention upgrades is wrapping up on the Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco. The project's long road to culmination was covered by the New York Times recently as contractors work to finish installing the netting system, which was more than 80% in place as of September. Work began in August of 2018 after an additional $124 million in funds needed for the project was eventually raised.
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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.
ArchDaily
NOVEMBER 6, 2023
© Walaa Al Shaer | Rashed Al Shashai. Last week in Cairo , CulturVator – Art D’Egypte launched its third edition of the annual international exhibition “Forever is Now.” Set by the backdrop of the Great Pyramids of Giza, the display features the work of 14 international artists. In essence, the exhibition “underscores the significance of cultural exchange among artists at the core of history and ancient Egyptian civilization.
Avontuura
NOVEMBER 7, 2023
VoltAir is a pulsating urban building block for new office spaces at Alexanderplatz in the heart of Berlin. The post J.MAYER.H. complete VoltAir; a pulsating urban building block at Alexanderplatz in the heart of Berlin appeared first on Åvontuura.
Deezen
NOVEMBER 5, 2023
Architecture studio McLaren Excell has converted an industrial building in north London into a house that includes dedicated spaces for arts and crafts activities. Named Camden Workshop, the project also involved the extension of the 600-square-metre former factory, which was previously the home and studio of a sculpture artist. McLaren Excell has converted an industrial building in London into a house McLaren Excell 's scheme sees the ground floor converted into hobby rooms, used for a range of
Archinect
NOVEMBER 9, 2023
If you're an experienced professional ready for a new architectural career opportunity in New York City , this newest edition of our curated job picks from Archinect Jobs is for you. Look below at this selection of 10 featured employers looking to expand with exciting senior architect and designer roles. To explore specific job titles from the architectural profession, consult Archinect's Guide to Job Titles series.
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ArchDaily
NOVEMBER 8, 2023
Downtown Boston Office Buildings. Image © Shutterstock Cities across the US are struggling to fill their office spaces. Major cities like Washington DC , Boston , and San Francisco have increasingly vacant downtowns , while the urban centers of small Rust Belt cities struggle to survive altogether. This trend is consistent beyond the US, with over three-quarters of Europe’s office buildings at risk of obsolescence by the decade’s end.
Dwell
NOVEMBER 10, 2023
Case Study architect Beverley D. Thorne designed the "floating" home for the jazz legend and his wife, Iola, in 1953. Location : 6630 Heartwood Dr., Oakland, California Price : $3,000,000 Architect : Beverley D. Thorne Year Built : 1953 Footprint : 2,652 square feet (four bedrooms, four baths) Lot Size : 0.29 acres From the Agent : " Cantilevering 16 feet in the air is a significant piece of midcentury-modern architectural history, built for jazz legend Dave Brubeck and his wife, Iola, by Case S
Deezen
NOVEMBER 10, 2023
Japanese architect Tadao Ando has unveiled the design for Il Teatro at Aljada, a cylindrical performing arts centre in Sharjah that will overlook a sunken water feature. The performing arts centre, which is being created for developer Arada as part of its masterplan for the mixed-use Aljada development , will be made from concrete in line with Ando 's signature style.
Archinect
NOVEMBER 8, 2023
The Chicago Architecture Biennial returned this month to the Windy City. The latest theme, "This is a Rehearsal," features a program curated by the eight-member local collective Floating Museum. Events and exhibitions align with CAB 5’s focus on the ability of architecture to address politics and a host of other economic and environmental issues shared across boundaries that extend far beyond the city’s limit.
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.
ArchDaily
NOVEMBER 6, 2023
NestHouse by Studio Bark. Image © Jim Stephenson A few years ago, the architects at Studio Bark , in collaboration with Structure Workshop and Cut and Construct , began to develop the idea of a circular kit of parts designed so that anyone with reasonable DIY skills could build their own structure. This is U-Build , a modular system made of wood panels crafted with the precision of a computer-controlled cutting machine (CNC).
The Architect's Newsletter
NOVEMBER 7, 2023
When Norwegians immigrated to the United States in the early 19th century, the lure of vast open lands drew many to Midwestern regions—generally taken from Native Americans and newly available The post Snøhetta designs a commons for Norwegian life in America appeared first on The Architect’s Newspaper.
Deezen
NOVEMBER 6, 2023
Wildfires can be detected before they spread or even before they start using a new satellite-enabled sensor system created by a group of Turkish recent design graduates and spotlighted by Dezeen as part of our Designing for Disaster series. Like an Internet of Things for woodland, ForestGuard is a system of sensors that is fitted to trees to detect changes in the air and alert the local authorities if a fire is present.
Archinect
NOVEMBER 9, 2023
The clients came to us at a pivotal stage in their lives as soon-to-be empty nesters. The evolving needs of a family became the impetus for how we imagined a house that could embody the state of transition at a conceptual and experiential level. We chose the word ‘ liminal’ to encapsulate ideas that have informed the design process: namely the feeling of inhabiting a transitory place; orchestrating movement through space; and dwelling in the moments between ‘ from’ and &l
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