Avontuura
OCTOBER 25, 2023
Integrating with the natural landscape along the lakeshore, the design defines nodes of activity extending from the park into the building. The post Chengdu Science Fiction Museum by Zaha Hadid Architects opens by hosting WorldCon appeared first on Åvontuura.
Archinect
OCTOBER 24, 2023
Five projects were honored in Chicago recently as part of the 2023 Mass Timber Competition: Building to Net-Zero Carbon, hosted by the Softwood Lumber Board (SLB) and USDA Forest Service (USDA). A total of $2.2 million in funding was given out to winners of this year’s contest. Technical evaluations were carried out by the competition’s nonprofit partner WoodWorks , with a jury comprised of LEVER Principal Chandra Robinson and eight others choosing the winners.
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Deezen
OCTOBER 21, 2023
In Hong Kong 's fast-paced Central District, local practice MR Studio has modelled this fitness studio on a futuristic Martian dwelling to offer members an escape from their busy lives. Gym Town 's entryway and reception are finished entirely in an an earthy shade of orange, chosen to reflect the colours of Mars, while moody black workout areas were designed to allow visitors to focus on their individual health goals.
ArchDaily
OCTOBER 24, 2023
Trash disposed in derelict urban spaces. Image © Meena Kadri With large populations come formidable challenges, particularly in the realm of health and hygiene. In the last century, upholding sanitary conditions in urban areas has remained a persistent challenge, particularly in a nation that houses over 1.5 billion people. India grapples with a myriad of issues- inadequate infrastructure for sanitation, lack of public toilets, and poor waste management practices.
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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?
Architectural Record
OCTOBER 23, 2023
Affiliated with a number of institutions including Princeton, Cooper Union, Yale, and Brown, England-born Vidler was a towering figure in the world of architectural academia and thought.
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Deezen
OCTOBER 25, 2023
A large sky garden filled with plants will be the focal point of Terrarium Cheong-Dam, a skyscraper that architecture studio ODA is designing in South Korea. Measuring 200 metres in height, the 45-storey tower will be located in Cheongdam-dong in Seoul's Gangnam district and contain a mix of homes and offices. ODA has unveiled plans for the Terrarium Cheong-Dam skyscraper Alongside the semi-private sky garden, which is described by ODA as a "terrarium", there will also be a podium with an acces
ArchDaily
OCTOBER 24, 2023
Completed in 2023 in Japan. Images by Ooki Jingu. This small architecture is one big room. There is not much separation wall inside, and the floor creates the space, building frame walls and steps.
The Architect's Newsletter
OCTOBER 24, 2023
Johns Hopkins University president Ron Daniels admits that creating a new model for interdisciplinary education wasn’t necessarily his first priority when Hopkins announced plans in 2019 to acquire the former The post Ennead Architects, Rockwell Group, and SmithGroup reinterpret the former Newseum as a new academic base for Johns Hopkins University appeared first on The Architect’s Newspaper.
Archinect
OCTOBER 24, 2023
Tod Williams Billie Tsien Architects (TWBTA) has been attached to a major new expansion of the historic Detroit Music Hall, the firm announced on Monday. The project aims to connect an important part of downtown to a burgeoning economic revitalization while providing Detroiters with a “canvas to express the energy and creativity for which the city is globally recognized.
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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
Deezen
OCTOBER 21, 2023
A series of overlapping "petals" constructed from bamboo and clad in shiny copper shingles shelter Lumi Shala, a yoga and meditation space in Bali, Indonesia, by local studio Ibuku. The building is the latest to complete as part of a wider masterplan by Ibuku for Alchemy Bali – a wellness retreat and restaurant located near the southern town of Ubud.
ArchDaily
OCTOBER 23, 2023
© Hiwell Properties / ICON, produced by SAN On a site that also hosts the Olympic Sports Centre , the 2023 Asian Games complex , UNStudio has unveiled the design of the new Hiwell Amber Centre, a complex of four high-rise towers planned to add a mic of offices, apartments, hotels, art spaces and retail to the city center of Hangzhou , China. Responding to the area’s rapid economic and cultural growth, the new development aims to provide a wide range of services to residents and visitors alike.
Dwell
OCTOBER 25, 2023
The space-age designs can be dropped into place and connected to utilities in a matter of hours, according to the company. 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.
Archinect
OCTOBER 27, 2023
OMA and Partner Shohei Shigematsu have shared new photos of their just-completed work on the Toranomon Hills Station Tower project for developer Mori Building Co. in Tokyo. The first high-rise to be completed inside the studio’s larger Toranomon Hills mixed-use district overlooks the terminus of Shintora-dori Avenue, whose axis is extended through a split base containing a Metro station and shopping area.
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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.
Deezen
OCTOBER 22, 2023
Swedish practice White Arkitekter has completed the Exercisfältet Stormwater Pond in Uppsala, Sweden , providing water purification and flood protection while also creating a biodiverse landscape for local residents. The pond is located in Exercisfältet, a former military training area that has recently been subject to a large amount of development that has reduced water infiltration.
ArchDaily
OCTOBER 24, 2023
© ARCH-EXIST architects: Zaha Hadid Architects Location: Chengdu, Sichuan, China Project Year: 2023 Photographs: ARCH-EXIST Photographs: Lan Dongjie Area: 59000.
Architonic
OCTOBER 25, 2023
<p>Storytelling is a powerful design tool that has been used throughout history – it is a form of communication that appeals to our imaginations with the ability to transport us to new realms. Behind most icons of great design, you will undoubtedly find a story that has inspired their aspirational status.</p> <p>One of these is <a href="[link] the Rocks</a>, an innovative, organic modern sofa created in 2004 by designer <a href="[link] Binfaré<
Archinect
OCTOBER 24, 2023
Look below for Archinect's latest curated selection of architecture and design firms currently hiring on Archinect Jobs. This week's featured employer highlight includes openings in New York City , Saint Louis , San Francisco , Los Angeles , and Portland, Maine. For even more opportunities, head over to the Archinect job board and explore our active community of job seekers , firms , and schools.
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Deezen
OCTOBER 23, 2023
Aiming to bridge the worlds of human and robotic construction , product design engineer Jasper Mallinson has created a wearable CNC machine that he believes could one day be used on worksites to help realise parametric designs. The Mecha-morphis device was Mallinson's final project from the Innovation Design Engineering masters course, run by the Royal College of Art and Imperial College London.
ArchDaily
OCTOBER 25, 2023
© Rory Gardiner architects: Studio Bright Location: Cremorne VIC 3121, Australia Project Year: 2022 Photographs: Rory Gardiner Area: 144.
Dwell
OCTOBER 24, 2023
Some Los Angeles enthusiasts are attempting to mainstream the cat patio—a simple solution for indoor cats who yearn for the great outdoors. About 15 years ago, Alan Breslauer ran into a problem: His two cats just weren’t getting along. They’d break into vicious fights multiple times a day, and since he was living in a small apartment in Los Angeles, the melee was both dangerous and disruptive.
Archinect
OCTOBER 26, 2023
The building’s future as housing began to take shape this week when the Brodsky Organization, a residential developer, bought a stake in the 22-story, triangular-shaped tower on Fifth Avenue. Brodsky will lead the conversion, carving out units — either for sale as condominiums or as rentals — from the notoriously awkward space. The exact layout and the number of new residences have not been determined.
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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.
Deezen
OCTOBER 24, 2023
A group of design graduates from London's Royal College of Art have come up with a way to make RFID tags entirely from paper , with no metal or silicon components in a bid to cut down on waste from single-use electronics. Under their start-up Pulpatronics , the team has devised a chipless, paper-only version of a radio-frequency identification (RFID) tag – a type of electronic tracker that is attached to products and is most commonly found in clothing stores.
ArchDaily
OCTOBER 26, 2023
City View of New York City. Image © Shutterstock In September of this year, New York City experienced a severe storm that inundated its streets with more than 7 inches of rain in less than 24 hours , causing a number of roads to close, cars to submerge, and buses to get trapped. This event again highlighted the city's old infrastructure's inability to handle fast and heavy rainfall.
Architizer
OCTOBER 27, 2023
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. Balanced at the juncture between art and architecture, pavilions occupy a unique position in the built environment. Whether fleeting or permanent, these installations can be powerful surfaces of expression.
Archinect
OCTOBER 25, 2023
Brooks + Scarpa has proposed an adaptive reuse renovation of the Marcel Breuer -designed Robert C. Weaver Federal Building in Washington, D.C. in an effort to address the chronic issue of empty office space plaguing the city’s economic growth and downtown core. The proposal is included in a new exhibition at the Southern Utah Museum of Art that examines Brutalism’s past and future potential through seven key structures and Metro station designs.
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