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Clash Detection

SW Oregon Architect

developed Navisworks back in 1997, eventually selling it to industry giant AutoDesk in 2007. Clash detection tools work by combining and coordinating many independently generated BIM models, such as those created by the architect, the structural engineer, the mechanical and electrical engineers, and the contractor’s design partners.

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Neri&Hu clads Piaget's Hong Kong boutique in ceramic tiles and bronze

Deezen

The blue ceramic tiles were made in Jingdezhen to showcase the site's trade connection with mainland China Situated in the historic wharf area of Kowloon on Canton Road, the building is in the same district as the former Canton railway that connected Hong Kong to mainland China , before its decommission in 2007.

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Philadelphia councilmen move to crack down on contractors working without licenses, permits

BD+C

Two Philadelphia city councilmen are trying to crack down on the "underground economy" of developers and contractors who work without licenses and permits, pay cash under the table, and operate unsafe job sites. A 2007 controller's investigation determined that the city was losing between $2.1 million and $7.4 read more.

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Gundry & Ducker's Wimbledon renovation aims to create "country house in miniature"

Deezen

Wimbledon Villa has four bathrooms Gundry & Ducker was founded by Ducker and Tyeth Gundry in 2007. Other London projects by the studio include the Camden Town Brewery and a 1970s home featuring green hues and checkerboard terrazzo. The photography is by Andrew Meredith.

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Gundry & Ducker revamps Victorian terrace to feature "different characters within a single house"

Deezen

The new bathrooms feature green tiles Founded in 2007 by Tyeth Gundry and Christian Ducker, Gundry & Ducker has also designed a colourful bubble tea cafe in Soho and a by-the-slice pizza parlour in Dalston. Project credits: Structural Engineer: Feres Ltd Contractor: Nika Projects The photography is by Jim Stephenson.

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MW Works designs Longbranch house to blend with forest setting

Deezen

Founded in 2007 by Steve Mongillo and Eric Walter, MW Works has completed a number of dwellings in the Pacific Northwest. Others include an "intentionally modest" home that serves as a nature retreat for a multi-generational family and a compact, rectangular cabin with facades made of blackened cement and weather cedar.

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EFFEKT creates treetop walkway that is accessible to "all nature lovers"

Deezen

It is designed to blend with its surroundings This structure was developed by EFFEKT in collaboration with local contractor Inge Aamlid. It follows the ascent of Klokkarhamaren Based in Copenhagen, EFFEKT is an architecture studio founded by architects Sinus Lynge and Foged in 2007.

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