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10 living room designs we liked this week

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In case you haven't checked out Archinect's Pinterest boards in a while, we have compiled ten recently pinned images from outstanding projects on various Archinect Firm and People profiles. Today's top images (in no particular order) are from the board Living Spaces. Tip: use the handy FOLLOW feature to easily keep up-to-date with all your favorite Archinect profiles.

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Nuukullak 10 / BIOSIS

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Completed in 2023 in Nuuk, Greenland. Images by Emil Stach. Nuukullak 10 lies gently perched on the mountain ridge of Entreprenørdalen, a district in Nuuk that is currently undergoing a transformation from a.

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The Horizon Library / Protoscapes

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© LIN Yongchen architects: Protoscapes Location: Motan Village, Dawei Town, Hefei City, Anhui Province, China Project Year: 2023 Photographs: LIN Yongchen Area: 756.

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Chris MacLean — Overall VFX Supervisor, “Foundation”

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Building “Foundation:'' The Apple TV+’s show’s overall VFX supervisor, Chris MacLean, talks about bringing its world to life both on-set and in post-production.

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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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Elding Oscarson creates CLT dome theatre inside Swedish museum extension

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Architecture studio Elding Oscarson has extended the National Swedish Museum of Technology with Wisdome Stockholm, a timber building topped by a curving roof that bulges over a dome inside. Made from 277 pieces of triangular cross-laminated timber (CLT), the spherical structure, which the designers refer to as a "visualisation dome", contains tiered seating surrounded by 3D screens.

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12 Architect-Designed Products Showcased During Milan Design Week 2024

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Andromeda Collection / LSM for UniFor. Image © Alberto Strada for UniFor This year's Milan Design Week brought together designers, architects, producers, and key figures from the design world. The events were divided between the Salone del Mobile at Rho Fiera, a trade fair with over 1950 exhibitors, and Fourisalone, featuring various events across Milan.

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Chicago's Thompson Center begins demolition ahead of $280 million Google takeover

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NBC Chicago is reporting on the start of planned demolition work for the Thompson Center in advance of a $280 million makeover that will turn the famed Helmut Jahn -designed building into a new office space for Google for 2026. Work will cover the exterior glass curtain facade and interior atrium. The 39-year-old former state office building had become a $17 million-a-year liability for Governor JB Pritzker before the property was offloaded for $105 million in July of 2022.

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B-52s Singer Kate Pierson Is Selling Her Groovy Airstream Park for $450K

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Desert vibes meet ’60s kitsch at the far-out glamping retreat near Joshua Tree, which comes with six fully outfitted trailers. Location : 58380 Botkin Road, Landers, California Price : $452,000 Lot Size : 5 acres From the Agent : " Calling all free spirits and desert dreamers: Here’s your chance to own a piece of High Desert Rock & Roll History!

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"London's lowest whole-life carbon high-rise" by Foster + Partners receives planning approval

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UK architecture studio Foster + Partners has been granted planning approval for office and residential development 18 Blackfriars Road, which the studio claims will be net-zero carbon. Located on a two-acre brownfield site in London 's Bankside, 18 Blackfriars Road will contain two residential blocks and a 45-storey office skyscraper. Foster + Partners claimed the project would have the lowest whole-life carbon of any London high-rise development when it submitted its application, which has rece

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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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patricia urquiola reinterprets traditional arabic majlis with modular sofa ‘insula’ for kettal

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available in two sizes, kettal's insula allows various personalized configurations with a roll backrest that gives the sofa its horizontal orientation. The post patricia urquiola reinterprets traditional arabic majlis with modular sofa ‘insula’ for kettal appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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a-fact wins competition for Montenegro museum inspired by surrounding mountains

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A group led by Milan/London-based a-fact has won an international competition for the design of the Museum of Contemporary Art, Natural History Museum, and Park of Arts & Culture in Podgorica, Montenegro. Selected from 48 submissions, the scheme is inspired by the nature of Montenegro, with stone cladding reflecting nearby mountains.

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VIP arrivals: hottest hotels opening in May 2024

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Hotel Designs VIP arrivals: hottest hotels opening in May 2024 VIP arrivals: hottest hotels opening in May 2024 As we move into a month of shifting seasons, Q2 is usually a busy quarter for hotel openings across the globe, and this year is no exception. With this in mind, writer Pauline Brettell identifies the hotel openings that will transport you from the beaches of Cancun to a rooftop vista in Kathmandu – with more than a few stops inbetween… In May, as we march purposefully into the hi

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A6A creates "haven in the middle of the city" for its Bordeaux studio

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Architecture studio A6A has converted a former model-making workshop in Bordeaux into a studio for itself that is defined by pared-back materials and spaces. Named L'Atelier, the L-shaped block was originally formed of a street-facing garage, a central garden and a large shed to the rear. Drawn to the spatial organisation and finishes of the workshop, A6A made minimal alterations but transformed it into a series of flexible workspaces intended to "reflect the philosophy" of the studio.

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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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tokyo’s WHAT museum exhibits engineering marvels with SENSE OF STRUCTURE

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the exhibition sheds light on the field of structural design, the invisible force that brings architects' visions to life. The post tokyo’s WHAT museum exhibits engineering marvels with SENSE OF STRUCTURE appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Shamalat Cultural Center / SYN Architects

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© Laurian Ghinitoiu architects: SYN Architects Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia Project Year: 2022 Photographs: Laurian Ghinitoiu Area: 615.

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RIBA honors Royal Gold Medalist Lesley Lokko in London ceremony

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Lesley Lokko formally received the 2024 RIBA Royal Gold Medal for Architecture at a ceremony at the Royal Institute of British Architects headquarters in London today. The award, which was presented to Lokko on behalf of King Charles by RIBA President Muyiwa Oki , enshrines her dedication and creativity in leading the 2023 Venice Biennale along with other curatorial and educational efforts which have spearheaded a push for professional and academic representation while advancing a narrative abou

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Ghanaian artist Ibrahim Mahama wraps Barbican Centre with handmade pink fabric

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Ghanaian artist Ibrahim Mahama has wrapped the Barbican Centre in handmade pink fabric, transforming the iconic concrete exterior of the lakeside building in London, United Kingdom.The installation, named Purple Hibiscus, represents the first large-scale UK public commission real.

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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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Tono Mirai Architects encloses toilet in Japanese park with rammed earth

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Japanese studio Tono Mirai Architects has used soil and wood to create Toiletowa, a curving structure in Saitama prefecture containing a public toilet that reuses wastewater. Located in a park in the town of Miyoshi, the building has a wooden frame covered with rammed earth made with soil sourced from construction sites and mixed with hydrated lime.

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compact autonomous monorail vehicle can be a car substitute for people living in rural areas

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the MONOCAB OWL, a compact autonomous monorail vehicle for rural areas, works by booking individual trips to villages and countryside, 365 days a year. The post compact autonomous monorail vehicle can be a car substitute for people living in rural areas appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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When Is Architectural Symbolism Hypocrisy?

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© Felipe Petrovsky | NEBR Arquitetura This article was originally published on Common Edge. Architecture mirrors the culture it is built from, while simultaneously aspiring to lead that culture. This is almost oxymoronic, since reflecting and projecting our values is an essential part of every human life, and architecture is exquisitely human. Our buildings embody us, with all of our mixed messages.

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Manica Architecture debuts new NFL stadium proposal for potential Kansas City Chiefs relocation

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Manica Architecture has released renderings related to a late bid to lure the Kansas City Chiefs NFL franchise across the state border to Wyandotte County, Kansas. The design has been made public for the first time a week after the firm’s plans for a new Bears lakefront stadium in Chicago were panned by critics. Rendering courtesy Manica Architecture The proposed new dome-enclosed stadium was presented to Kansas lawmakers this week as part of a pitch to bring its first-ever major American

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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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On International Workers’ Day AN editors look back on a year of labor and practice-forward reporting

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Even if Labor Day falls in September in the U.S., May 1 marks International Workers’ Day around the world. The day has been the cause for celebrations of the international The post On International Workers’ Day <em>AN</em> editors look back on a year of labor and practice-forward reporting appeared first on The Architect’s Newspaper.

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Eero Saarinen's Black Rock skyscraper refurbished in New York

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The first and only skyscraper designed by Finnish-American architect Eero Saarinen in New York City has undergone a renovation by Vocon Architects and MdeAS Architects to help it "meet the expectations of today". At the behest of developer HGI , local architecture studios Vocon Architects and MdeAS Architects renovated and restored the 51W52 skyscraper, also known as Black Rock, which was completed as a headquarters for American media giant CBS in 1964.

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uncloud coffee’s arching white structure integrates smoothly into its surroundings in thailand

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unknown surface studio forms towering, curved barriers along the street-facing facade opening at key angles for mountain views. The post uncloud coffee’s arching white structure integrates smoothly into its surroundings in thailand appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Block Wall House / nendo

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Completed in 2024 in Karuizawa, Japan. Images by Masahiro Ohgami, Takumi Ota. A private residence in Karuizawa, Nagano. Situated along the road lies the distinctive triangular property extending 110m in length. A creative.

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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!