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From Sketch to Painting: A Digital Art Gallery To Inspire Everyday Architectural Work

ArchDaily

Despite the utilization of technical knowledge, architecture, and interior design also incorporate artistic concepts into their processes. In the context of contemporary society, many of our activities are carried out digitally, from booking accommodation for travel to manufacturing materials and creating art exhibitions.

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Philippe Block on Sustainable Construction: “Building Technique Is More Important Than Materials”

Architizer

It is estimated that 8% of global carbon emissions are caused by the manufacture of cement, the binding agent in concrete. From the jump, our conversation was all about proving his thesis that geometry, or building technique, is more important than materials when it comes to sustainable construction. Order your copy today.

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Nine independent studios shaping design in Guadalajara

Deezen

Objects made with waste from banana production and designs utilising traditional techniques are among those made by nine design studios in Guadalajara , Mexico, we've rounded up in our North American Design 2024 series. Read on for nine independent studios defining Guadalajara's contemporary design scene.

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Designers experiment with traditional tile-making techniques for Pentagram x Huguet collection

Deezen

The designers were briefed to experiment with materiality and craft, taking advantage of Huguet 's capabilities as a manufacturer of artisan tiles, cement and terrazzo. The post Designers experiment with traditional tile-making techniques for Pentagram x Huguet collection appeared first on Dezeen.

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City cars could become smaller thanks to electrification says Peugeot head of concepts

Deezen

The "global footprint of the automotive in big cities" could shrink thanks to advances in car technology, Peugeot 's Philippe-Emmanuel Jean told Dezeen at the European unveiling of the brand's Inception Concept EV. The same material also forms the chassis.

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Participatory Design: Why Architects Should Revisit the Concept Today

Architizer

Dr. Patil appointed his own team and numerous local craftspeople who used onsite prototyping to continually refine manufacturing and construction techniques over the course of the project. The post Participatory Design: Why Architects Should Revisit the Concept Today appeared first on Journal.

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Locke steps into Switzerland in style

Hotel Designs

Image credit: Locke Designed in keeping with Locke’s locally-focused ethos, forward-thinking London-based design studio, Sella Concept , led by Tatjana von Stein, took inspiration from the city, reflecting the cultural identity of Zurich through the distinctive and sophisticated design language used throughout the rooms and common areas.

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