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Europe's top '40 Under 40' architects and designers for 2023 chosen

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The European Centre for Architecture Art Design and Urban Studies has announced the winners of their 2023 ‘ Europe 40 Under 40 Awards.’ The annual series seeks to celebrate “the world's most promising figures in the fields of architecture and design and their standing-out and out-of-box projects.” The 40 award winners were spread across Europe, hailing from France, Greece, Italy, Poland, Portugal, Spain, Switzerland, and Turkey.

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Architectural Drawings: Lithuania Reimagines Home Design in Plan

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Architects: Want to have your project featured? Showcase your work through Architizer and sign up for our inspirational newsletters. Lithuania is home to breathtaking landscapes. From iconic sand dunes along the Curonian Spit to vast wetlands and primeval forests, the country is known for its beautiful and diverse countryside. Conscious of this context, Lithuania’s residential projects are designed to capture views and open up to the outdoors.

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Can Architecture Fight Intolerance?

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Shenzhen Women & Children’s Center / MVRDV. Image: © Xia Zhi Respecting others seems like something still distant from prevailing in humanity. In a world where news bombards us with various forms of violence, it is always necessary to find ways to recognize the worth and dignity of each person and to respect differences. We need to cultivate tolerance towards what we don't know, and in this regard, architecture can be an important ally.

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Heatherwick Studio unveils undulating district designed as "one of Tokyo's greenest urban areas"

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Architecture practice Heatherwick Studio has completed the Azabudai Hills development in Tokyo , which is defined by curving roofs topped with greenery. Aiming to create a city district that provides access to nature and a diversity of spaces, Heatherwick Studio designed Azabudai Hills to contain residential buildings, retail and restaurant spaces, a school , two temples , art galleries , offices and 24,000 square metres of public green space.

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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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The Architecture Drawing Prize 2023 selects three category winners

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The winners of The Architecture Drawing Prize 2023 have been announced as part of the upcoming World Architecture Festival in Singapore. Three drawings were selected in the digital, hand-drawn, and hybrid categories as part of the Prize’s seventh edition, which this year attracted a record number of 250 submissions from around the world. The overall winner will be announced at Sir John Soane’s Museum in London on January 29, 2024.

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Zen Spaces Residence / Sanjay Puri Architects

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© Dinesh Mehta architects: Sanjay Puri Architects Location: Queens Rd, Vaishali Nagar, Jaipur, Rajasthan 302021, India Project Year: 2023 Photographs: Dinesh Mehta Area: 27000.

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Sadiq Khan rejects plans for MSG Sphere in east London

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The Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan , has refused a planning application for the Populous -designed spherical music venue MSG Sphere London , as it would have caused "unacceptable harm to hundreds of residents". Khan directed the London Legacy Development Corporation (LLDC) to refuse the planning application for the MSG Sphere London because of its "unacceptable" negative impact on residents in Stratford, east London, where it was set to be built.

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Heatherwick Studio's new Xi'an shopping district features ceramic paneling as 'sensory experience'

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Heatherwick Studio has announced their design for a new shopping center in Xi’an , China, they say will evoke the heritage of ceramics and other artistic creations endemic to the area with a completion date set for 2024. Offering users a “sensory experience to challenge the emotional and aesthetic deprivation of online shopping,” the plan for the 1.23 million-square-foot district calls for a network of social spaces and interlocking program of mixed-scale buildings scattered th

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olafur eliasson exhibition inaugurates heatherwick studio’s azabudai hills gallery in tokyo

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designboom visited the azabudai hills gallery and previewed the various artworks within the exhibition titled 'a harmonious cycle of interconnected nows'. The post olafur eliasson exhibition inaugurates heatherwick studio’s azabudai hills gallery in tokyo appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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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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Rashnan Villa House / HAMAAN Studio

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© Mohammad Soroosh Jooshesh architects: HAMAAN Studio Location: Rashnan, Isfahan Province, Iran Project Year: 2022 Photographs: Mohammad Soroosh Jooshesh Photographs: Mohammadreza Zare Area: 506.

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Snøhetta creates hexagonal paver system for urban landscapes

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Interlocking hexagonal pieces make up Flyt, a permeable paver system developed by Norwegian studio Snøhetta as an easy-to-use water management solution for urban areas around the world. Commissioned by outdoor products supplier Asak , it aims to offer landscape architects, builders and developers a water management solution that is easy and creative to use.

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OMA's competition-winning campus for Seoul’s Hongik University digs into its site

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OMA has won a competition to design a new campus for Hongik University in Seoul, South Korea. Described by the firm as a “cluster of interwoven buildings and public spaces that meld with the existing topography,” the scheme includes a significant level of greenery to integrate with its mountainside site.

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Tini Living Makes Tweakable Steel-Framed ADUs That Start at $38K

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Spanish architects Ignacio de la Vega and Pilar Cano Lasso’s prefabs are already certified in California, New York, and Colorado—and they have plans to continue expanding. Welcome to Prefab Profiles , an ongoing series of interviews with people transforming how we build houses. From prefab tiny houses and modular cabin kits to entire homes ready to ship, their projects represent some of the best ideas in the industry.

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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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Family House in Druskininkai / Laurynas Žakevi?ius Architects

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© Leonas Garbacauskas architects: Laurynas Žakevičius Architects Location: Druskininkai, Druskininkai Municipality, Lithuania Project Year: 2019 Photographs: Leonas Garbacauskas Area: 170.

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NBBJ releases concept for modular mass-timber lab building

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International architecture studio NBBJ has proposed a conceptual design for lab buildings that features a modular interior layout as one solution to underutilized infrastructure in cities. The concept proposes a science building that can adapted to fit other use cases, such as residential, and then be converted back into laboratories if needed. "The Regenerative Lab is a springboard concept — a provocation intended to explore ideas rather than a design meant to be inserted into a city as is," sa

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Archinect's 2023 Holiday Gift Guide

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The holiday season is upon us, and if you're looking for the perfect gift to give this year OR you're scoping out a special something to give yourself, explore Archinect's curated gift guide picked by our editorial team. Whether you're shopping for the architect, student, or design aficionado in your life, we've got you covered. This year, our recommendations range from discussion starter home goods to impress your holiday guests, bespoke items for the office, a unique chess set, our favorite co

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10-must see installations that propose "a new model of thinking" at Sharjah Architecture Triennial

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The second iteration of the Sharjah Architecture Triennial has kicked off on Ç November ”' in Sharjah, focusing on innovative design solutions emerged from the conditions of scarcity in the Global South. The ”' Sharjah Architecture Triennial is curated by Lago.

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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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Ederlezi House / Taller Práctica Arquitectura

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© César Béjar architects: Taller Práctica Arquitectura Location: San Pedro Garza García, N.L., Mexico Project Year: 2022 Photographs: César Béjar Photographs: Apertura Arquitectónica Photographs: Dove Dope Area: 160.

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Cobe unveils The Opera Park on island in Copenhagen's harbour

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Danish studio Cobe has completed The Opera Park, a "much-needed green oasis" in Copenhagen 's inner harbour that features six gardens and a flower-shaped greenhouse. Described by Cobe as a "lush, green park island", the 21,500-square-metre landscape occupies a green lawn on a former industrial site adjacent to The Royal Danish Opera. The Opera Park is located on an island in Copenhagen's harbour The Opera Park , which opened on the island in October, features six different gardens: the North Am

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Glazed extensions flank Montreal’s historic Maisonneuve Library following major EVOQ renovation

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Montreal’s Maisonneuve Library has reopened to the public following a major restoration and expansion of the historic building. Dating from 1912, and once serving as a city hall, the building’s transformation was led by Montreal-based EVOQ Architecture and Dan Hanganu Architects, now part of EVOQ, following a 2017 competition win. Image credit: Adrien Williams Image credit: Adrien Williams At the center of the project is the original 1912 building, which was rehabilitated to restore

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Dynamic Design: 6 Gold-Standard Sports Spaces Leading the Field

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The latest edition of “ Architizer: The World’s Best Architecture ” — a stunning, hardbound book celebrating the most inspiring contemporary architecture from around the globe — is now available. Order your copy today. Sports venue commissions give scope for extraordinary creativity — so much so that in the hands of skilled architects, they can transcend their fabric to become regional or even global landmarks.

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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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Community Development Center / CCA Centro de Colaboración Arquitectónica

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© Jaime Navarro architects: CCA Centro de Colaboración Arquitectónica Location: Jalpa de Méndez, Tab., Mexico Project Year: 2022 Photographs: Jaime Navarro Area: 1240.

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Jones Studio designs education centre to show "preciousness" of water in Arizona

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Architecture firm Jones Studio has designed an educational centre in Arizona with the aim of raising awareness about water resources and infrastructure in the region. The Water Education Center will form part of a Central Arizona Project (CAP) facility north of Phoenix and highlight the "contested topic of water in the west", according to Jones Studio principal Brian Farling.

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UT Austin opens latest fellowship for emerging architecture and design academics

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Following our previous look at an opening for a Digital Design Specialist at Branch Technology , we are using this week’s edition of our Job Highlights series to explore an open role on Archinect Jobs for an Emerging Scholar in Design at The University of Texas at Austin. The University of Texas at Austin offers accredited degree programs in Architecture, Interior Design, Landscape Architecture, and Community and Regional Planning.

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bubble universe: a glimpse into teamlab’s new borderless museum at tokyo’s azabudai hills

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designboom visited the museum inside the new mixed-used district to explore and experience the immersive ambiance of the exhibitions. The post bubble universe: a glimpse into teamlab’s new borderless museum at tokyo’s azabudai hills appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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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!