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Lima cultural facility features pink walls and traditional construction techniques

Deezen

Peruvian architects Roman Bauer Arquitectos and ESArquitectura teamed up to design a cultural institution in Lima that includes a renovation and a new building with vernacular methods and pink accents. The IFEA headquarters comprises two structures in a narrow, rectangular infill property. The photography is by JAG Studio.

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Technique transforms dilapidated flats into metal-clad house in Scotland

Deezen

Architecture studio Technique has combined a pair of flats adjoining a traditional stone house in Scotland to create The Den, a one-bedroom dwelling clad in a black-metal "jacket". The Den is a Scottish house renovated by Technique. The Den is a Scottish house renovated by Technique. The steel has a textured powder coating. "A

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How to Be a Better Architect: A Residential Architect’s Perspective

Aric Gitomer Architect

Years’ worth of study , design development, software skills, and sleepless nights might have made you the architect you are today. I have been a residential architect for over thirty-five years. It keeps me on my toes to be better for myself and to do better for my clients. The core is why to be a better architect.

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How to Design Hidden Kitchens: Innovative Solutions for Space-Saving and Minimalist Aesthetics

ArchDaily

JB House / IDIN Architects. But for some innovative contemporary architects and their clients, the solution is to design a compact, concealable kitchen that can quickly and easily be shuttered out of view. Below, we discuss several examples of hidden kitchens, as well as some common techniques and strategies for designing them.

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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

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. Join this webinar to learn how!

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Creating a Sustainable Resort Techniques for Minimizing Environmental Impact

Arcmax Architects

Conclusion: There are several ways to green your hotel that will benefit your clients, your bottom line, and eventually the environment. Take a moment to think about the adjustments your company can make right away.

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Young Architect Guide: The Three Pillars of Form-Finding in Architecture

Architizer

Form-finding in architecture is a broad discipline, with each architect approaching it in a wholly unique way. These physically driven techniques use data and analysis to help us refine a design’s performance in areas like stability, safety and load-bearing capacity to achieve a harmonious, creative and stable structure.

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