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Zaha Hadid Architects designs superyacht marina and casino development in the Bahamas

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Details for a new luxury superyacht marina and residential community designed by Zaha Hadid Architects , the largest in North America, have been announced, along with an anticipated 2027 completion date. Slated for the Bahamian South Abaco island, the project will also feature a casino and nightclub from ZHA as part of the development’s "social epicenter," according to a press release from client Habacoa.

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A Royal Opera in Warsaw and a Center for the Arts in Canada: 8 Music and Performance Venues Submitted by the ArchDaily Community

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Polish Royal Opera 2023 / Collaboration between SHL architects and PAX architects. Image © KVANT1 Concert halls, music, and performance venues stand as iconic symbols of cultural vitality within urban landscapes. Through these structures, which often become landmarks of the city, the residents are invited to take part and experience artistic expression, fostering a sense of community and connection.

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Cha Arnon Farm / Yangnar Studio

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Completed in 2023 in Thailand. Images by Rungkit Charoenwats. Belief reflects people’s way of living and their environment, especially in rural areas where they live close to nature with respect. Everybody has.

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Create Dynamic Scenes with 168 New People Assets

Enscape

Following the launch of Enscape 4.0, where macOS users can now enjoy the same real-time visualization experience as their Windows counterparts, we’ve added 168 new static people assets to the Enscape Asset Library. These 3D assets are part of the AXYZ library , which is known for its state-of-the-art people assets.

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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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Todot Architects design mountainside home with beautiful views of the South Korean landscape

Avontuura

The site is located on the mountainside with a view of the ridge in the distance, and the mountain terrain in the front with the sun behind. The post Todot Architects design mountainside home with beautiful views of the South Korean landscape appeared first on Åvontuura.

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The Groundscraper: A Building Typology to Decentralize Cities

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478 Badaevskiy Brewery / Herzog & de Meuron. Image © Herzog & de Meuron A groundscraper is essentially the opposite of a skyscraper - a large building that sprawls outward horizontally instead of soaring vertically into the sky. Though no strict definition exists, groundscrapers are generally described as extremely long but low-rise buildings with over 1 million square feet of space, sometimes called sidescrapers or landscrapers.

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10 green rooftop spaces we enjoyed 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 Rooftop Spaces. Tip: use the handy FOLLOW feature to easily keep up-to-date with all your favorite Archinect profiles.

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Please sire, may I give you free land?

Brandon Donnelly

This is an aerial photo of the construction site at One Delisle : Currently, we are on hold and waiting to pour a number of columns on the ground floor because the city has not yet issued our above-grade building permit. And the reason the city has not issued our above-grade building permit is because we have not yet conveyed our parkland dedication land to the city.

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modern architecture comes to ancient china with luminous bookstore by TAO

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with its spiraling bookstore and luminous floating galleries, the intervention by TAO brings modern design to ancient china. The post modern architecture comes to ancient china with luminous bookstore by TAO appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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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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Vision for Gaza 2035 with cities built "from scratch" revealed online

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A document published online reportedly shows Israeli prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu's plans to redevelop Gaza into a regional hub with connections to Neom in Saudi Arabia. Netanyahu revealed his Gaza 2035 vision earlier this month, according to reports in the Israeli newspaper The Jerusalem Post and broadcaster Al Jazeera. The plans were outlined in a widely published document titled From Crisis to Prosperity – Plan for the Transformation of Gaza Strip.

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Grand Palais Restoration by Chatillon Architectes Completed ahead of the 2024 Paris Olympics

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© Laurent Kronental The Grand Palais, an iconic Parisian landmark, is set to play a significant role in the 2024 Paris Olympics following a major restoration by French studio Chatillon Architectes. The first images of the refurbished building, captured by Laurent Kronental, reveal the progress of the extensive project that began in 2021. While the full restoration is expected to be completed by 2025, the initial phase will be unveiled this summer, allowing the historic venue to host Olympic even

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14 featured remote job opportunities for architects and designers

Archinect

Our latest weekly curated jobs roundup from Archinect Jobs features 12 architecture firms and related organizations offering fully or partially remote career opportunities. To show only positions designated as "remote" or "remote possible" on the Archinect job board , use this direct link or select "Remote" under the "browse by state/country" region selector.

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Pyrymyd: a multi-tasking ceiling system for sound and light control | News | Architonic

Architonic

<p>We talk a lot about designing for the senses these days; about human engineering, ergonomics, people-centric products. It’s particularly a hot topic when it comes to looking at the modern working environment. If today’s office is to compete with home, it needs to bring similar feelings of comfort, but promote productivity and collaboration at the same time.

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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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yang fei critiques facadism in parisian townhouse renovations through his midjourney study

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the designer advocates for a holistic approach to architectural authenticity, ensuring both interior and exterior conservation through his AI research. The post yang fei critiques facadism in parisian townhouse renovations through his midjourney study appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Cairn uses hand-poured hempcrete for House Made by Many Hands in London

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Architecture studio Cairn has used hand-poured hempcrete to form the rough textured walls at House Made by Many Hands, an extension of a Victorian home in east London. Approached to redesign the "dark and cramped" home in Hackney, London and Edinburgh-based Cairn reconfigured and expanded its ground floor using a palette of low-carbon and bio-based materials.

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ASLA survey finds increased demand for nature-based solutions to climate change among landscape architects

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The latest survey of landscape architects released Wednesday by the American Society of Landscape Architects includes updated information on incumbent design trends and project valuations, indicating a further shift in priorities nationwide under the looming threat of climate change. According to the survey, significant (10% or more) increases in the demand for climate-based solutions have been recorded by at least 70% of all respondents.

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Fran Silvestre Arquitectos completes Compluvium House that references to ancient Roman domus

World Architecture Community

Valencia-based architecture practice Fran Silvestre Arquitectos has completed a villa that takes references from the ancient Greeks, Etruscans and Romans&#Öü; domus - known as a type of town house occupied by the upper classes or wealthy people. Named Compluvium House, the ho.

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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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monobloc chair but make it disco-ready and sparkly as HFA-studio adds mosaic mirror tiles

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it took HFA-studio weeks to create their glitter monobloc chair with over a thousand mosaic mirror tiles The post monobloc chair but make it disco-ready and sparkly as HFA-studio adds mosaic mirror tiles appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Heatherwick Studio reveals plans for island park with "floating islets" in Seoul

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UK architecture practice Heatherwick Studio has unveiled its plans to transform the uninhabited Nodeul Island in Seoul into a public park called Soundscape. Situated on the Han River in South Korea, Soundscape will serve as a public space for musical performances and art-based events once complete in 2027. Heatherwick Studio won an international competition to design it with its proposal for a trail of platforms raised to varying heights, referencing the city's mountainous terrain and the patter

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Lindau Art Museum Celebrates Christo and Jeanne-Claude with Exhibition in Germany

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Courtesy of Christo and Jeanne-Claude Foundation The Lindau Art Museum is hosting an exhibition titled “ Christo and Jeanne-Claude - A Lifelong Journey.” Running from April 13th to October 13th, 2024, this display marks the first comprehensive museum exhibition on Christo and Jeanne-Claude in southern Germany , created in collaboration with the Christo and Janne-Claude Foundation.

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SO – IL shares facade details of forthcoming Nine Chapel residences in Brooklyn

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SO – IL ’s next NYC residential project is wrapping up for client Tankhouse. Their design for the 14-story, 53,820-square-foot Nine Chapel residences features a perforated metallic facade system that reflects both seasons and the sun’s position while creating a permeable veil for the loggias and front porch entrances for each home on Chapel Street in Downtown Brooklyn.

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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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The innovative design and functional versatility of De Vorm’s Split lighting series | News | Architonic

Architonic

<p>‘Working as a designer these days isn’t [just] about doing cool things for different companies. It’s about working with people – passionate people that have the drive. That’s something that really connects us. It’s also about a rational way of producing it.’</p> <p>So explains <a href="[link] Fager</a> in the video presentation for his <a href="[link] lighting series, newly created with Dutch interiors brand <a href="[link] Vorm</a&#

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thyta house’s curvilinear silhouettes run along the mountainous landscape of lefkada, greece

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the project blends into the terrain, creating a series of overlapping volumes. The post thyta house’s curvilinear silhouettes run along the mountainous landscape of lefkada, greece appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Archisbang converts Italian farm building into We Rural guesthouse

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Italian studio Archisbang has transformed a farmhouse outside Turin into a guesthouse , inserting rooms with polycarbonate windows and doors into its existing brick structure. Named We Rural, the guesthouse is located in the village of Poirino and offers a range of facilities for passersby, an events space and bedrooms for longer stays. Archisbang said it adopted an approach of "non-interference" for the building, which was previously used as a garage and storage space fronted by large brick col

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Balbek Bureau: Redefining Architectural Identity in Kyiv and Beyond

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During the last years, Kyiv became one of Europe’s most active and trending cities. A bustling scene of creative industries and tech startups, created a fertile ground for architectural and interior design experimentation in a fast growing hospitality and residential industry: hotels, restaurants, clubs, bars, offices, housing projects, that set a new benchmark in creativity and brough new views towards East.

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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!