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Hannah begins construction on "first multi-storey 3D-printed house in the US"

Deezen

"With a hybridized construction method that combines concrete 3D printing with wood framing, this approach allows the two material systems to be used strategically and aims to increase the applicability of 3D printing in the US, where framing is one of the most common construction techniques," said Hannah. The photography is by Anthony Vu.

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5 Best Architecture Colleges in the U.S

DesignRulz

If you have a passion for architecture, it’s important that you choose the right college to help you pursue your dream career. A good architecture school will offer a curriculum that challenges you and helps you to grow as a designer. in Architectural History and Theory.

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Life of an Architect – Best of 2014

Life of an Architect

One upside of working many jobs is that you get to experience all sorts of different project types, firm sizes, and management techniques. Number 4 Pier and Beam Foundations – KHouse Progress June 12, 2014 How does a pier and beam foundation work? Add water, through rain and irrigation, and the soil expands.

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"Both sides in the style wars are equally wrong"

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Last week the century-old squabble between modernism and historicism raised its tired old head once again after a UK government minister backed a report advocating a more "tradition"-friendly new architecture school.

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TEF Design

ArchiDiaries

Doug’s first job out of architecture school was a year-long stint as a VISTA volunteer in the underserved Pico-Union neighborhood of central Los Angeles. His practice combines design vision, an exceptional mastery of building techniques, and administrative acumen. (“Text as taken from the website”). DOUGLAS TOM.

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Remembering the design world greats we lost in 2022

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Miyake was an innovator who embraced both craft and technology, using a range of materials and fabric manipulation techniques to create his pioneering fashion collections. Japanese designer Issey Miyake , founder of the eponymous fashion brand, died in Tokyo on 5 August following a battle with liver cancer. Raymond Briggs.

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University of Waterloo spotlights 10 architecture projects

Deezen

Courses: Honours Bachelor of Architectural Studies (BAS) and Master of Architecture (MArch). School statement: "The Honours Bachelor of Architectural Studies degree provides the foundation of skills, knowledge, judgment and practical experience required for subsequent professional studies in architecture.

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