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Gullhaug Torg by Snøhetta

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The naturally climatized building will have qualities that in comparison to mechanically ventilated buildings will be easier to operate and run, less need for maintenance, longer life-cycle in addition to greater floor to ceiling heights, improved daylight qualities, design integrated concept for acoustic regulation. Facade Diagram.

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South Hill House, Toronto, Ontario

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The siting of the project was influenced by local zoning regulations, however the new mass also yields to the existing house along the north elevation to celebrate the different periods of construction. This curvaceous approach also acts as a diagram to contrast new vs old.

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Competitions: Jiaxing Ancient City Connecting South Lake International Concept Design Competition on Footbridge Crossing Huancheng River and Railway

Bustler

Evaluation Criteria According to the Competition concept and design goals, the following principles are set for the basic appraisal: 1.Principle Through diagrams and text, the scheme shall be narrated in details and be sure of its clarity and readability. It should respond to the surrounding landscape.

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11 Essential Electrical Safety Tips for DIY Home Renovations

The Architecture Designs

Familiarize yourself with fundamental electrical concepts, such as voltage, current, resistance, and power. Understand the basics of electrical circuits, including how to read circuit diagrams and identify the different components of a circuit. Keep regular checks for maintaining compliance with safety regulations and electrical codes.

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Jacobs Creates Dramatic Intrigue through Spatial Overlapping and Use of Light at Kirkwood Performing Arts Center

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Architizer: What inspired the initial concept for your design? Anselmo Testa: The concept was built around the idea that the ‘Show starts on the Sidewalk’ and the importance of exterior space and approach – tying the venue into the city fabric. The concept worked around a two-sided (east & west) entry sequence.

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It’s Gen-AI, Baby!

Ronen Bekerman

This idea is not new, and you can trace it back to ancient philosophical concepts like Plato’s Allegory of the Cave, which can be interpreted as an early precursor to the idea of “living in a simulation” in the sense that it explores the concept of humans being trapped in an illusory or limited perception of reality.

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The Parson Capen House, 1683, Topsfield, MA

Jane Griswold Radocchia

The diagram shows in the center the brick which would have formed the back wall of the 4 fireplaces with 2 square spaces on either side: the parlor and the hall. This could have been used for the hall and the second floor beams. The chimney and fireplaces were essential. The builder laid out the house foundation from the chimney block.

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