Avontuura

APRIL 12, 2023

The history of architecture in Los Angeles is a testament to the city’s rich cultural heritage and its constant evolution as a hub of innovation and creativity. Beginning with the Spanish Mission-style buildings of the late 18th century, Los Angeles has seen a diverse array of architectural styles throughout its history. As the city grew in the late 19th and early 20th… The post The MUST-SEE Architecture in Los Angeles appeared first on Åvontuura.

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Archinect

APRIL 12, 2023

A new collaboration between New Balance and fashion designer Ronnie Fieg is paying homage Frank Lloyd Wright ’s utopian concept for the ‘ Broadacre City ’ that first appeared in his seminal title The Disappearing City in 1932. The KITH founder worked with the Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation to design a pair of New Balance 998s (aka the “silhouette”) on the occasion of the sneaker’s 35th anniversary.

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ArchDaily

APRIL 14, 2023

City view from Adabraka Ghana of residential houses. Image © Layla.hsn/ Shutterstock The home is a fundamental expression of architectural movements within the fabric of a city. As one of the smallest typologies, it is the simplest canvas to exhibit the design ethos of any particular era. African cities have continuously negotiated the meaning of their residential dwellings, from traditional architecture to colonial architecture, and the influx of post-colonial modern architecture.

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designboom

APRIL 14, 2023

the residence fits into perth's streetscape avoiding a 'faux heritage' look. The post red brickwork and bone-colored walls compose hyde park house’s facade in australia appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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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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Avontuura

APRIL 12, 2023

Instead of adopting the typical residential “large box” tower format, we stacked “small house” units along the mountain slope. The post Kengo Kuma Architects complete mountainside houses near Sapporo appeared first on Åvontuura.

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Deezen

APRIL 13, 2023

A low-energy house and a bright yellow extension are among London's best new home renovations according to this year's Don't Move, Improve! shortlist. There are 15 projects vying to win Don't Move, Improve! 2023 , the latest edition of the annual New London Architecture (NLA) competition that celebrates the capital's residential architecture. This year's theme is called Green Ambitions, which prompted several entries focused on reducing their environmental impact, said NLA.

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designboom

APRIL 14, 2023

showcased at taliesin west, KITH's newest shoe draws hues from wright's original architectural drawings. The post KITH draws from frank lloyd wright’s mid-century architecture with its latest sneaker appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Avontuura

APRIL 14, 2023

Spruce House is located in a conservation area, situated on what used to be the village high street and occupies a wide plot. The post London-based architecture practice ao-ft completes Spruce House and Studio in East London appeared first on Åvontuura.

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Archinect

APRIL 10, 2023

In advance of the expected project completion later this summer, the Brooklyn-based developer Two Trees Management has shared images of its recent installation of the biophilic program inside PAU ’s long-awaited Domino Sugar Refinery redevelopment in Williamsburg. The installation comprises 17 30-foot trees, each weighing more than 10,000 pounds, that make up the core of the project’s indoor vertical garden component, which highlights the 460,000 square feet of new office space being

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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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Deezen

APRIL 11, 2023

Fashion house Prada has opened the Prada Caffè in luxury department store Harrods , which has an interior that is blanketed in the brand's signature green hue and mirrors one of Milan 's oldest patisseries. Located at the corner of Hans Road in London, the Prada Caffè is accessed via a mint green latticed storefront that complements Harrods 's Edwardian baroque terracotta facade.

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designboom

APRIL 14, 2023

the landmark's angular, geometric volumes dialogue with the peaks and ridges of the backdropping hajar mountains. The post ‘oman across ages’ museum opens doors, retelling the nation’s history with high-tech exhibits appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Avontuura

APRIL 13, 2023

The new building comprises a temple, library, chapels, meeting spaces, a public foyer and catering kitchen within newly landscaped grounds. The post James Gorst Architects completes temple complex in rural Hampshire appeared first on Åvontuura.

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Archinect

APRIL 13, 2023

The Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation has shared news of the passing of Wright’s grandson Eric Lloyd Wright last month at the age of 93. Wright, who was the only child of Frank Lloyd Wright Jr., designed homes and religious projects in California, Pennsylvania, the American Midwest and Finland. He was an apprentice for his grandfather at Taliesin until being drafted into service in the Korean War in 1952.

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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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Deezen

APRIL 11, 2023

Earthy tones and natural textures feature in this nature-informed holiday home , which Athens studio Block722 has arranged down a mountainside in Crete. Named O Lofos, or The Hill, the holiday home is located in the foothills of Mount Thryptis, a mountain on the eastern side of the Greek island, and is designed by Block722 to blend in with the surrounding landscape.

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designboom

APRIL 12, 2023

the space functions like a piece of furniture when compressed, transforming into a comfortable living or work area when extended. The post IWI housing module unfolds like an accordion for flexible living in ecuador appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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The Architect's Newsletter

APRIL 14, 2023

Design teams led by five prominent architecture firms revealed proposals yesterday for what could lead to the next major museum in Washington, D.C.—a new home for the National Museum of The post Designs unveiled in “artistic ideas competition” for new National Museum of the United States Navy appeared first on The Architect’s Newspaper.

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Archinect

APRIL 10, 2023

Archinect Jobs , the industry's leading architecture job board, features career opportunities for architects and design professionals from various backgrounds and work experience levels. Continuing with Archinect's job highlights, we feature seven firms that are currently seeking entry-level designers to join their teams. Marimn Health Youth Center by NAC.

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Deezen

APRIL 11, 2023

UK architecture studio Foster + Partners and engineering firm Arup have released designs for a series of stations in California that will serve its high-speed rail line. Foster + Partners and Arup have designed four initial stations to service the 171-mile (275-kilometre) segment of the California High-Speed Rail, a 500-mile (805-kilometre) line under development between Los Angeles and San Francisco.

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designboom

APRIL 13, 2023

engineer sergii gordieiev and his team recycle discarded bicycle parts to create a custom bike with square wheels from scratch. The post engineer builds custom bike with square wheels using discarded bicycle parts appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Architizer

APRIL 10, 2023

Architecture 2030 ’s mission is to rapidly transform the built environment from a major emitter of greenhouse gases to a central source of solutions to the climate crisis. For 20 years, the nonprofit has provided leadership and designed actions toward this shift and a healthy future for all. This article was written by Erin McDade and Lori Ferriss. The latest reports from the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) are in, and the findings are clear: reusing and retrofitting our existi

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Archinect

APRIL 13, 2023

Historically, landscape architecture was concerned with the composition of private gardens, but Kate Orff is a landscape architect who’s never been hemmed in by garden walls—seeking instead to liberate landscape to do nothing less than repair our warming planet through design. The SCAPE founder and Columbia GSAPP Urban Design Program Director joins an exclusive club of TIME Magazine’s ‘100 Influential People’ that includes David Adjaye , Bjarke Ingels , Wang Shu , J

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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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Deezen

APRIL 14, 2023

London practice Archio has completed Citizens House in Lewisham, a block of 11 affordable homes overlooking a new public square and designed in close collaboration with the surrounding community and residents. The project was designed for London Community Land Trust (CLT), and is the first community land trust in London created directly by the community in partnership with Lewisham Citizens , Lewisham Council and the Greater London Authority.

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designboom

APRIL 14, 2023

the breathable two-story structure by tsubame architects embraces a flexible layout that allows spatial rearrangements. The post lightweight structure of wooden trusses builds up tsubame architects’ annex in japan appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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The Architect's Newsletter

APRIL 11, 2023

Nearly all architects have unbuilt projects: Visions go unrealized, designs are halted at the whim of clients, or initiatives suffer from a lack of funds. But not many architects learn The post Steven Ehrlich reconnects with a housing project he designed in Morocco fifty years ago; thought to be unbuilt, it was actually realized appeared first on The Architect’s Newspaper.

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Archinect

APRIL 11, 2023

A total of thirteen projects have been announced as winners of the 2023 Education Facility Design Award by the American Institute of Architects ' Committee on Architecture for Education (CAE). Four Awards of Excellence and seven Awards of Merit were granted by the AIA’s select jury, which this year comprised five members: Lori Cappucio, Omar Bailey, Vince Gonzales, Kandis Larsen, and Sindu Meier.

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