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Hypostyle: Contemporary Interpretations of an Ancient Concept

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13th and mid-14th centuries), World Heritage Site located in present-day Turkey. In contemporary architecture, it is possible to see different kinds of examples of how this concept is revived. Famous examples of the use of this concept are Great Hypostyle Hall (c.

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Symmetry in Architecture: 15 Contemporary Collective Housing Units in Latin America

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What advantages and disadvantages does it present compared to other projection tools such as rotation, translation, and/or repetition? Contemporary architecture evolves day by day by implementing different strategies to create habitable spaces where people can carry out their daily activities, meet their needs, and more.

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Waiwai Presents "Tashkhent: Appropriating Modernism" at Sharjah Triennial 2023

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Tashkent: Appropriating Modernism, installation view showing a reproduction of the columns and canopy of the Zarafshan restaurant at 1:2 scale, original and contemporary forms. Crafted by Wael Al Awar, founder and principal architect of waiwai , the initiative presents the three case studies and their significant evolution.

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ASA North Presents "Remembrance of Things Present" Exhibition in Tehran, Iran

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Courtesy of Deed Studio In 2020, Ahmadreza Schricker (ASA North) completed the Argo Contemporary Art Museum & Cultural Center design. Previously a 1920s beer distillery in the heart of Tehran , it has now been converted into a contemporary art center and is now the new home of the Pejman Foundation.

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Elevating Contemporary Exhibition Design with Sliding Glass Panel Systems

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A stark but meticulous –and above all modern – presentation is the goal of the museum curator. The presentation must be crisp, clear, and light. The process of installation shouldn’t be laborious. The fingerprint of the architect shouldn’t be visible. Exhibitions tell stories, and the design of each show is the medium.

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AIA presents 2023 Architecture Awards winners

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According to the AIA, the annual series “celebrates the best contemporary architecture and highlights the many ways buildings and spaces can improve lives.” The American Institute of Architects has unveiled the winners of the 2023 Architecture Awards.

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Vernacular Elements Applied in Contemporary Housing

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© Syam Sreesylam Vernacular architecture is a complex concept that has different meanings depending on where we are, and it is present in various architectural typologies.