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The Evolution of Public Bathhouses: From Necessity to Experience

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Am Kaiserstrand Bathhouse / Lang+Schwaerzler. Image Bruno Klomfar - Tom Maldener Historically, public bathing was a fundamental necessity for hygiene, giving rise to communal bathhouses in regions where private bathrooms were a rarity. In Japan, for instance, sento bathhouses emerged during the early Edo period, serving as essential facilities when most households lacked their own bathing spaces.

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AECOM named Official Venue Infrastructure Partner for LA28 Olympics and Paralympics

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AECOM has been selected as the Official Venue Infrastructure Partner for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games. The global infrastructure firm will oversee architecture, engineering, planning, program management, and construction management for the Games’ venue infrastructure. With over 50 sports and more than 15,000 athletes expected to compete, AECOM’s role will emphasize temporary venues and modifications to existing structures , according to details released by the fi

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Foster + Partners Unveils Design of New Manchester United Stadium in the Reimagined Old Trafford Neighborhood

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Aerial render. Image Courtesy of Foster + Partners In September 2024, Foster + Partners announced its appointment by Manchester United for the development of a master plan for the Old Trafford Stadium District. The centerpiece of the master plan is a new stadium , set to become the largest football venue in the United Kingdom with a capacity of 100,000 seats.

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LACMA to peview new public spaces beginning this June

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The under-construction David Geffen Galleries at LACMA , now set to open in April of 2026 , will be part of the display taking place this summer as the institution opens one of its new plaza areas to the public for the first time. Photo: © Museum Associates/LACMA Artist Mariana Castillo Deball’s 75,000-square-foot site-specific piece will inaugurate the plaza.

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The Constructor's Digital Transformation Playbook: Reducing Risk With Technology

Speaker: Dylan Secrest

Construction projects are high-stakes operations where even minor inefficiencies can lead to costly delays, safety concerns, and budget overruns. Managing risk in construction has always been a challenge, but as projects grow in complexity, traditional methods no longer cut it. Enter Digital Transformation - a game changer approach that replaces inefficiency with AI-powered analytics, real-time monitoring, and automated workflows to proactively manage risk.

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brutalist italy: roberto conte & stefano perego capture concrete monuments at berlin show

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the photographers documented over 100 structures from the 1960s-80s, from cemeteries and sanctuaries to port buildings and residential complexes. The post brutalist italy: roberto conte & stefano perego capture concrete monuments at berlin show appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Exciting Career Opportunities at Robertson/Sherwood/Architects pc

SW Oregon Architect

As many of you know, I recently retired following a fulfilling career as an architect, spending the last 36 years with Robertson/Sherwood/Architects (RSA) in Eugene, Oregon. I'm thrilled to share that RSA is currently looking to expand their talented team by filling two open positions: Project Architect/Project Manager and Designer. Due to an increased workload and a growing portfolio of exciting projects, RSA is seeking enthusiastic, career-oriented individuals to join their team.

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Rethinking Sustainability Through Site-Specific Strategies

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MFO Park. Image Paul Clemence Sustainability in architecture is often framed as a universal challenge, leading to standardized solutions that prioritize efficiency over context. However, architecture is inherently tied to its environment buildings interact with climate, topography, and cultural history in ways that demand specificity. Instead of relying on standardized sustainability checklists, how can architecture embrace site-specific solutions?

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kooo architects carves luminous terraces into hotel facade on narrow, downtown tokyo lot

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hotel rakuragu focuses on the gaps within the urban fabric to maximize natural ventilation, light, and urban views within the dense cityscape. The post kooo architects carves luminous terraces into hotel facade on narrow, downtown tokyo lot appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Ill-fated art deco ocean liner SS Normandie was "too luxurious" for her time

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SS Normandie graced the seas for only four years before meeting a fiery end at the start of world war two. But it was long enough for her to be considered the ultimate ocean liner , profiled here as part of our Art Deco Centenary series. Constructed by shipping company Compagnie Gnrale Transatlantique (CGT) in 1932, Normandie was France's pice de rsistance in the arms race to see which European power could build the fastest, grandest transatlantic liner.

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Revolutionize Concrete Durability with Kryton’s Integral Waterproofing Solutions

Kryton International leads the way in integral waterproofing solutions for concrete, helping architects, engineers, and developers protect their projects from moisture-related damage. With Kryton's Krystol Internal Membrane (KIM) technology, concrete becomes inherently waterproof, extending the lifespan of structures while minimizing maintenance. This proven technology is trusted worldwide for its ability to self-seal micro-cracks, protect against water ingress, and withstand harsh conditions.

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Farshid Moussavi and Andrés Jaque among American Academy of Arts and Letters 2025 Architecture Award recipients

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Farshid Moussavi British architect and educator; Spanish architect Andrs Jaque the founder of the Office for Political Innovation; Neri&Hu Shanghai-based architectural design practice founded by Lyndon Neri and Rossana Hu; The post Farshid Moussavi and Andrs Jaque among American Academy of Arts and Letters 2025 Architecture Award recipients appeared first on The Architects Newspaper.

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Tampa Bay Rays scrap $1.3 billion ballpark plans for St. Petersburg

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Financing realities of the costly Tropicana Field roof repair have sunk a $1.3 billion plan for a new MLB stadium and anchor of a larger mixed-use district in the city of St. Petersburg, Florida. News of the two-year-old Hines-led project ’s cancelation came six months after the cost of repairing the Rays’ existing Hurricane Milton-damaged home was divulged to be north of $55 million.

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charred timber wraps this förstberg ling-designed cabin outside copenhagen

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with its clustered volumes clad in charred pine, frstberg ling extends a 1950s-built house on the coast of denmark. The post charred timber wraps this frstberg ling-designed cabin outside copenhagen appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Atelier Itch envelops Bomun House in Seoul with windowless steel skin

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South Korean studio Atelier Itch has wrapped a shiny steel facade around a house on a tight residential street in Seoul , juxtaposing the neighbouring red-brick houses. Named Bomun House, the home sits on a narrow road barely wide enough for vehicle access and is hemmed in by multi-family houses commonly found in Seoul. It was updated by Atelier Itch with a mostly windowless facade of corrugated lightweight steel to "refine the building's exterior", which the studio said was previously "cluttere

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Overcoming Challenges in Specification Writing for Architecture

This ebook is a helpful guide for architects & specification writers, focusing on the crucial role specifications play in building design. It dives into different types, relevant regulations, & best practices to keep in mind. You’ll find practical tips.

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New York’s most prolific architect? You’ve probably never heard of him. An exhibition at The Cooper Union aims to change this.

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Who was Herman Jessor? And to what extent did he shape New York City? An exhibition at The Cooper Union poses these questions. Jessor studied engineering at Cooper Union and The post New Yorks most prolific architect? Youve probably never heard of him. An exhibition at The Cooper Union aims to change this. appeared first on The Architects Newspaper.

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Hannes Meyer: Exploring the Legacy of a Former Bauhaus Director

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Competition entry for the League of Nations headquarters. Image Hannes Meyer (public domain) In March 2025, the actor Adrian Brody rose to the stage to collect his Academy Award for playing the role of Lszl Toth in the acclaimed film, The Brutalist. The film is about a Bauhaus -educated architect who escaped Nazi Germany in the 1930s for the United States.

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Construction input prices continued to rise in February due to new tariffs

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Construction input prices increased by 0.6% in February, according to a new Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) analysis of the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics’ Producer Price Index data. Nonresidential construction input prices are also up 0.6%. Overall construction input prices are 0.3% higher than level from a year ago, while nonresidential construction input prices are 0.1% lower.

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grat studio’s rural biaix house in barcelona reintroduces traditional catalan lime mortar

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the farmhouses historical exterior is preserved, while a new formal and material language is introduced within the interior. The post grat studios rural biaix house in barcelona reintroduces traditional catalan lime mortar appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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The Ultimate Guide To Data-Driven Construction: Optimize Projects, Reduce Risks, & Boost Innovation

Speaker: Donna Laquidara-Carr, PhD, LEED AP, Industry Insights Research Director at Dodge Construction Network

In today’s construction market, owners, construction managers, and contractors must navigate increasing challenges, from cost management to project delays. Fortunately, digital tools now offer valuable insights to help mitigate these risks. However, the sheer volume of tools and the complexity of leveraging their data effectively can be daunting. That’s where data-driven construction comes in.

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SoBA draws on "curves and rhythm" of music for The Orchestra Park in China

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Yellow accents enliven the viewing platforms , performance areas and play spaces at this urban park in Kunshan, China , completed by local studio SoBA. Named The Orchestra Park, the project has transformed a vacant urban lot in the Huaqiao Economic Development Zone into an 8,500-square-metre park, designed to preserve an existing area of wetland and trees and provide recreational spaces for the community.

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Void or Venue? 6 Public Square Designs That Think Outside the Box

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The latest edition of Architizer: The Worlds Best Architecture a stunning, hardbound book celebrating the most inspiring contemporary architecture from around the globe is now available. Order your copy today. Frankly, people are asking way too much of squares. These open, public spaces need to act as points of transition, oases amongst dense urban fabrics, places for entertainment, and spaces that leave room for spontaneity and interaction.

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Comfort and Seclusion: 5 Hotels in the Deserts of Latin America

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Hornitos Hotel / Gonzalo Mardones Viviani. Nico Saieh The desert is a landscape in constant transformation. Shaped by the wind, its dunes, ridges, and fissures emerge and fade in an ever-shifting expanse , as if the scenery itself were alive. It is a land of stark contrasts, where the scorching heat of the day gives way to the crisp coolness of the night, revealing nature in its most primal form.

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Ohio's RiverRock, real or not, claims to realize one of Frank Lloyd Wright's final designs

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An unfinished house plan based on a design by Frank Lloyd Wright has just been erected in the suburbs of Cleveland. The house is named RiverRock and occupies 2,000 square feet, with three bedrooms and two full baths. The Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation is disputing its claims, though it will acknowledge that Wright originally made the drawings. "RiverRock is not Frank Lloyd Wright’s work—varying due to codes, materials, and other differences," a representative told Artnet in an email.

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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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wavy oxidized copper roof tops athens beefbar restaurant by aeter mimicking the seascape

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aeter architects' restrained material palette reinforces the buildings connection to nature. The post wavy oxidized copper roof tops athens beefbar restaurant by aeter mimicking the seascape appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Faulkner Architects centres Nevada house around water basin

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California-based studio Faulkner Architects has topped a concrete house with a weathering steel cantilever that overlooks Las Vegas. The expansive, 11,780-square foot (1094-square metre) house was constructed in Summerlin, Nevada and reflects the durability and vernacular methods the desert landscape requires due to its strong winds, dry winters, and hot summers.

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The Grassroots Race to Save Altadena’s Historic Batchelder Tiles—Before the Bulldozers Move In

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In the Eaton Fire burn zone, fireplaces adorned with Arts and Crafts tiles are among the sole surviving relics of the towns architectural heritage, and volunteers are on a mission to salvage them. Shortly after the Eaton Fire devastated Altadena, California, burning more than 6,000 homes and 3,000 additional structures, local resident Eric Garland took a walk around his neighborhood with his daughter, Lucy.

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Carapace House - A Living Shell / Achyutam Designs

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Vinay Panjwani architects: Achyutam Designs Location: Gokul farm, Mahudi Highway, Gandhinagar, India Project Year: 2024 Photographs: Vinay Panjwani Area: 8800.

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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