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Freebird Residence / Alexis Dornier

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Completed in 2023 in Kecamatan Kuta Utara, Indonesia. Images by KIE. Alexis Dornier Makings is proud to announce the completion of 'The Free Bird Project,' a private residence in Berawa, Bali, that seamlessly blends.

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Norman Foster Foundation and Holcim unveil Essential Homes prototype designs for Latin America

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The Norman Foster Foundation has unveiled details of its new Essential Homes prototype design with Holcim that will deliver low-cost options for emergency shelter in Latin America using low-carbon concrete and cement products in demonstration of the principles of a circular economy. Image: courtesy Norman Foster Foundation The prototypes, which are currently being displayed as part of the Royal Academy Summer Exhibition in London, expand on a presentation made during last year's Venice Biennale

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River Hills Residence / Miró Rivera Architects

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© Casey Dunn architects: Miró Rivera Architects Location: Austin, United States Project Year: 2022 Photographs: Casey Dunn Photographs: Bud Franck Photographs: Paul Finkel Area: 7120.

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Pritzker Prize-winning architect Fumihiko Maki dies aged 95

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Japanese architect Fumihiko Maki , who designed buildings including 4 World Trade Center and was one of the founders of metabolism , has died aged 95. A winner of both the Pritzker Architecture Prize and the AIA Gold Medal , Maki passed away on 6 June due to natural causes, his studio Maki and Associates told Dezeen. "Fumihiko Maki lived a life of remarkable achievement and fulfillment, encircled by a wealth of esteemed professionals, academic colleagues, patrons, as well as cherished friends,"

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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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cancun welcomes first bottega veneta store inspired by mediterranean coastal architecture

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the store features a sleek application of venetian marmorino plaster, uplifted by strong wooden accents. The post cancun welcomes first bottega veneta store inspired by mediterranean coastal architecture appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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LEGO releases Notre-Dame Cathedral model ahead of December reopening

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Ahead of the summer's Olympic Games in Paris, the New York Times has previewed LEGO's timely launch of its new Notre-Dame Cathedral model. The set retails for $229.99 and is part of the company's AFOL 18 and over series. The real Notre-Dame’s reconstruction, meanwhile, is set to wrap up in December. “Once you complete it, you can actually look through the front door,” one ameteur builder told the Times.

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The architecture of Euro 2024's stadiums

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The Euro 2024 football tournament kicks off today in Germany. Here are the 10 stadiums that will be hosting games over the next month. Photo courtesy of Herzog & de Meuron (also top) Allianz Arena / Munich Football Arena, Munich, by Herzog and de Meuron The architectural highlight of this year's Euros, the Allianz Arena, which will be renamed Munich Football Arena for the tournament, was designed by Swiss studio Herzog & de Meuron.

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enter projects weaves fluid rattan interiors of SOM-designed kempegowda airport

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skidmore, owings & merrill's kempegowda international airport is filled with over nine kilometers of hand-sculpted rattan. The post enter projects weaves fluid rattan interiors of SOM-designed kempegowda airport appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Case study: d line gets a handle on sustainable design

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Hotel Designs Case study: d line gets a handle on sustainable design Case study: d line gets a handle on sustainable design Balancing tradition and innovation in a eco-friendly dream home in Karlebo, the choice of d line door handles wasn’t just about aesthetics – it was a reflection of the owners’ commitment to quality and sustainability… Homeowners Casper and Alexandra embarked on a journey to turn their dream of countryside living into reality, all while staying close

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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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Pritzker Prize Laureate Fumihiko Maki Passes Away at 95

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via Flickr user jeanbaptisteparis licensed under CC BY-SA 2.0 | Fumihiko Maki at MIT Media Lab, 2010. Esteemed Japanese architect and Pritzker Prize laureate Fumihiko Maki passed away at his Tokyo home last Thursday at the age of 95. Celebrated for his modernist approach, Maki was responsible for significant works, including the 4 World Trade Center, a skyscraper at the site of the former World Trade Center in New York.

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Taliesin's $1.1 million restored Hillside Theater debuts in Wisconsin

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Taliesin Preservation’s restoration of the Hillside Theater at Frank Lloyd Wright ’s former estate in Spring Green, Wisconsin, has been completed following a five-year and $1.1 million transformation effort for The Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation. Originally designed in 1903 to serve the Hillside Home School that was included in the 800-acre estate in the heavily forested Driftless Area, the space is now once again capable of hosting theatrical productions and will precede its public r

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Eight notable projects by late architect Fumihiko Maki

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Following the news of Japanese architect Fumihiko Maki's death at the age of 95, we have rounded up eight key projects designed by the Pritzker Prize and AIA Gold Medal-winning architect throughout his career. Maki , who was born in Tokyo in 1928, studied to become an architect at the University of Tokyo and Harvard University. Following his studies, he took a teaching position at Washington University in St Louis, where he simultaneously completed his first commission – the Steinberg Hall arts

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undulating facade simulates eyes of chinese relics in sanxingdui museum renovation

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the facade features materials such as 'chrysanthemum yellow' granite and hand-chiseled stone slabs. The post undulating facade simulates eyes of chinese relics in sanxingdui museum renovation appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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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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Fumihiko Maki, Pritzker Prize–winning Metabolist, dies at 95

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Japanese architect Fumihiko Maki died last week on June 6. His Tokyo-based office, Maki and Associates, confirmed the news and said his passing was from old age. Among many accolades, The post Fumihiko Maki, Pritzker Prize–winning Metabolist, dies at 95 appeared first on The Architect’s Newspaper.

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3XN GXN Unveils Design for Hybrid-Timber Office Building in Amsterdam’s Zuidas District

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© Binyan 3XN GXN has revealed its design for Mahler 1, a 15-storey mixed-use office building. The structure, developed in collaboration with Victory Group, Icon Real Estate, and Erik Dhont Landscape Architects, features a hybrid-timber construction system that creates a stepped volume, breaking down the building’s mass. At the street level, the development offers a wide variety of public amenities, striving to become an active hub for both residents and office workers.

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Fumihiko Maki, a leading icon of modern Japanese architecture, passes away in Tokyo aged 95

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Fumihiko Maki , the 1993 Pritzker Prize laureate and a leading figure in Japan's Metabolism movement, passed away in Tokyo on June 6th, his Maki and Associates firm announced late Tuesday. He was 95. Maki was born in Tokyo in 1928 and immigrated to America to study at the Cranbrook Academy of Art and then the Harvard GSD , working in the New York offices of Skidmore, Owings, and Merrill (SOM) and for Josep Lluís Sert's Cambridge, Massachusetts studio before returning to Japan to found his

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LIVE from 3 Days of Design in Copenhagen

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The Dezeen team are reporting live from 3 Days of Design in Copenhagen with exclusive previews of products, installations and events. 10:15am – up a wrickety old elevator. Don't be put off by the handyman laying down carpet across the five-storey stairwell of the apartment block at Store Strandstræde 19. An artist's atelier was turned into the House of Nordic Design Instead, take the rickety old elevator up to the top floor to see a rarely accessible, century-old artist's atelier transformed

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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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TLS’ bamboo maze installation wrapped in mesh emits a luminous mist in chengdu

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the lantern is a concentric installation with a glowing, elemental void at its core. The post TLS’ bamboo maze installation wrapped in mesh emits a luminous mist in chengdu appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Frank Lloyd Wright’s Hillside Theater reopens at Taliesin in Wisconsin

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After a lengthy $1.1 million restoration project, Frank Lloyd Wright’s Hillside Theater at Taliesin is back open in Spring Green, Wisconsin. The endeavor was meant to preserve the iconic building The post Frank Lloyd Wright’s Hillside Theater reopens at Taliesin in Wisconsin appeared first on The Architect’s Newspaper.

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What is Low-Tech Architecture: Comparing Shigeru Ban and Yasmeen Lari's Approaches

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Shigeru Ban Architects Unveils Paper Log House at Philip Johnson's Glass House. Image © Michael Biondo The concept of low-tech architecture recognizes the impact of carbon-intensive technologies and building practices and proposes an alternative: a rediscovery of practical, rational, locally adapted solutions that count on smart design strategies instead of energy-intensive devices to ensure a safe, comfortable living environment.

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RODE Architects announces acquisition of McMahon Architects, expanding workplace capabilities

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Boston -based design and architecture firm RODE Architects has announced the acquisition of McMahon Architects , a full-service practice that specializes in workplace interiors, hospitality, restaurant, residential, and environmental design. The acquisition aims to strengthen RODE’s capabilities in several key sectors, especially its mission to reimagine the modern workplace to suit a post-pandemic landscape.

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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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Foster + Partners and NEON create colourful pavilions from "everyday" building materials

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British studios Foster + Partners and NEON have created pavilions made from building materials, including ducting and recycled scaffolding, for this year's London Festival of Architecture. Located on plazas outside office buildings developed by Brookfield Properties , the two pavilions were designed as colourful gathering spaces that aim to encourage discussions around recycling.

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fluid convex and concave shapes take the form of wooden aria chair

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sasi studio's sculptural piece merges modern design with traditional craftsmanship. The post fluid convex and concave shapes take the form of wooden aria chair appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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8 ways to cool a factory

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8 ways to cool a factory 0 qpurcell Sat, 06/08/2024 - 10:00 Industrial Facilities Whichever way you look at it—from a workplace wellness point of view or from a competing for talent angle—there are good reasons to explore options for climate control in the factory workplace. Sergio Sádaba, Principal Industrial Facilities Designers Lists HVAC Mechanical Systems For most industrial factories, it’s process over people.

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Wangen Tower / ICD/ITKE/IntCDC University of Stuttgart

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© ICD-ITKE-IntCDC-University of Stuttgart architects: ICD/ITKE/IntCDC University of Stuttgart Location: Wangen im Allgäu, Germany Project Year: 2024 Photographs: ICD-ITKE-IntCDC-University of Stuttgart Photographs: Roland Halbe Photographs: Nina Baisch Photographs: Christoph Morlok Area: 50.

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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!