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A Daily Dose of Architecture Books

Written as a collection of short stories, it draws on the mundane trajectories of models and architects at the OMA and shows how innovation permeates design practice, how everyday techniques and workaday choices set new standards for buildings and urban phenomena. In these stories of invention the "Eureka!" moments are missing.

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Maruni: Japanese sensibility with universal relevance

Habitus Living

Maruni pioneered the use of innovative technologies and mass manufacturing techniques in the bid to democratise beautiful objects, which essentially revolutionised Japanese design. 2004 marked the launch of the “nextmaruni” project, which carefully re-examined both the process of furniture design and the physical form of the chair.

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Luminaries: 8 of the World’s Top Lighting Design Firms

Architizer

L’Observatoire’s holistic design approach is evident throughout the entire process, starting with rigorous Schematic Design analysis and continuing until project delivery, always with the goal of creating stunning and efficient designs that showcase their talent for innovation.

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Volker Haug’s illuminating designs with playful edges

Habitus Living

Shaking up the decorative lighting industry since its 2004 establishment, Volker Haug has demonstrated a commitment to artful illumination which pushes boundaries and redefines convention. Wall Stitch represents the ongoing quest for innovative brass working techniques and the strides made in these discoveries.

Design 52
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Event: NADAAA: How to Own the Means and Methods (w/ Nader Tehrani, Arthur Chang)

Bustler

From pain points to potential, hear how leaders in the architecture and engineering industry are innovating through new business models and managerial techniques. He has been a key part of NADAAA and a collaborator of Nader Tehrani's since 2004. Brunner Memorial Prize. Arthur Chang, AIA is a Principal of NADAAA.

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The Arcology Revolution: Building the Cities of Tomorrow

Architizer

Incorporating innovative technologies such as renewable energy sources, waste reduction techniques, and water conservation methods while prioritizing green spaces, biodiversity, and a comprehensive transportation system to minimize car use. Many future projects range from the realistic to the completely unimaginable.

Cities 83
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Event: Knowles Architecture Alumni Lecture featuring Olalekan Jeyifous

Bustler

Cornell was amenable to students using a variety of techniques for visual representation, like film, collage, technical drawing, and model-making … pretty much whatever you had at your disposal. I personally leaned into that,” he told The Architectural League NY in a 2020 interview. About the Tyler School of Art and Architecture.

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