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The Last Frontier: 7 Architectural Wonders Found in Alaska

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Alaska is a land of rugged wilderness and breathtaking beauty. From remote villages and rural homes to more urban environments, Alaska’s architecture is a testament to human resilience and ingenuity. Here, buildings are designed to withstand harsh climates while also creating connections with the outdoors.

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Five US-based architecture and design events from Dezeen Events Guide

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Other events taking place during the month include festivals Anchorage Design Week , Open House Miami and Modernism Week. Anchorage Design Week presents in-person and online events centred around interior design, sustainability , organic materials, screen printing and design for communities.

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Strict seismic building codes credited with minimizing damage in Alaskan earthquake

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There were no reports of major damage or collapsed buildings following the magnitude 7.0 earthquake that shook Anchorage, Alaska. Alaska’s stringent seismic code gets the credit for that. The tremor cracked roads and collapsed some highway ramps, but other structures endured the quake fairly well.

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David Chipperfield Architects: DCA Architecture

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The building on the banks of the River Seine was originally constructed in the 1960s and has been refurbished, remodelled and extended by David Chipperfield Architects Berlin. The institution now represents the largest art museum in Switzerland. KG situated in the town of Künzelsau in southern Germany.

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25 Best Architecture Firms in Seattle

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A notable, contemporary example is the Bullitt Center by American architect Robert Hull, whose design was regarded as the world’s first greenest commercial building. We specialize in the careful crafting of buildings and spaces for civic, academic, environmental and residential use.