Deezen

NOVEMBER 24, 2023

Bright white plaster clads the exterior of a 1960s concrete building that has been turned into the self-designed studio of Baldridge Architects, which acted as the designer and contractor. The material palette includes maple flooring and premium drywall. That space won multiple design awards, but it no longer met the firm's needs. "As

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Deezen

MARCH 6, 2022

TYPE 's design centres around simple, quality materials that can be left exposed, so they don't need external finishes. Using natural materials such as timber brings a warmth and lightness to the space, something which the clients had particularly liked in our previous work," said Ogi Ristic, one of the studio's four directors.

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BD+C

OCTOBER 27, 2023

Roofing contractor installs TPO system on 228-unit multifamily housing project in Worcester, Mass. The site once housed a factory owned by Wyman-Gordon, manufacturer of engineered titanium, steel, and nickel-based alloy forgings for the aerospace, energy, and military naval market. Based in Westport, Mass., in background.

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Deezen

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

International studio Snøhetta has completed Beijing City Library in China , a glass-lined building filled with towering tree-like columns and rooms disguised as hills. Outside, real ginkgo trees have been planted at the entry points, framed by the glass walls that aim to "further enhance the connection with nature".

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aasarchitecture

JUNE 12, 2024

With an articulated façade and vibrant material palette, this pedestrian-scaled, multifamily housing block was designed to complement Studio VARA’s townhomes on the other side of a pedestrian mews in the heart of San Francisco’s Mission Bay neighborhood. Exterior Building Maintenance: SIT-CO General Contractor: Cahill Contractors, Inc.

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Deezen

MAY 5, 2023

Large openings and earthy materials feature in a guesthouse that architecture studio Bohlin Cywinski Jackson has added to a private residence on a secluded island in the Pacific Northwest. The material palette for the guesthouse mimics that of the main residence – Douglas fir , cedar , steel and glass.

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Deezen

MARCH 15, 2023

The building's roof is covered in solar panels "We wanted the new building to be made from local materials and we wanted to know how far we could go with it in terms of design and, more importantly, in terms of construction," Mjölk Architekti architect Filip Cerha told Dezeen. These partitions give the interior an open feel," the studio said.

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Deezen

APRIL 14, 2024

New York architecture studio HGX Design has created a linear, glass-fronted home in the Hudson Valley informed by the "individual notes of a music composition". Utility spaces, such as a powder room, laundry room and storage, were placed directly adjacent to the entry, while a long hallway leads to the entrances of three guest bedrooms.

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BD+C

MAY 15, 2013

Low-emissivity (low-e) glasses are critical to making today’s buildings brighter, more energy-efficient and more sustainable. Here are five tips to help architects, engineers, and contractors understand and explain the differences among low-e glasses and their impact on building performance: Body Image: read more.

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Deezen

APRIL 4, 2023

The arched spaces are fronted with glass and protected from the sun by a series of vertical blades. For all this formal modelling, the tower has a sensuous feeling to it, materials vary in texture and tonality; light falls across its curves beautifully, soon to illuminate the village-like movement within."

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Deezen

OCTOBER 12, 2022

The lower bar is board-formed concrete that is carved away with glass and steel, while the upper bar is clad in phenolic wall panels. We wanted to keep the palette of materials simple and clean, a clear expression of how the building was made," Loomis said. Interiors were created from a palette of "simple and clean" materials.

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Dwell

MAY 12, 2023

The glass wall passes through the center of each column, revealing the building skeleton to both the inside and the outside. Together with the weathered silver deck, these materials reflect the warm hues and cool tones of the surrounding pasture and marshland."

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Deezen

JANUARY 4, 2023

Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, California , the cedar house was originally constructed in 1961 and expanded in 1969 and again in 1971, with unusually shaped rooms, rounded seating spaces and colourful glass accents. The home features stained glass elements. Contractor: Harlan Bradley of Masterwork Builder.

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aasarchitecture

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

Nestled deep in the Austrian mountains, this villa allows withdrawal and gathering in a fire-lit world of purest materials. Photo © Mark Seelen “We endeavored to work with raw and local materials to craft a contemporary wabi-sabi-inspired renovation”, says Sander Apperlo, Partner Architect. Spectacularly cozy. Hermann Hofer Ges.m.b.H

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Deezen

NOVEMBER 22, 2022

US architecture studio GBBN preserved and expanded a 19th-century home in Erie, Pennsylvania into an educational facility with a glass bridge connection and metal-clad, barn-like structure. A glass bridge is included in the design. Inside, the design is softened by warm wooden materials. MEP engineering: Tower Engineering.

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Deezen

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

Large stretches of glass break up the cladding and bring in natural light. Floor-to-ceiling glass walls seamlessly connect indoor and outdoor spaces, merging the main living areas with the pool terrace," the team said. The rear and side elevations consist of concrete, stucco, stone and powder-coated aluminium panels.

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Deezen

MAY 22, 2023

Daniel Joseph Chenin designed the house in the Las Vegas desert Named Fort 137, "the building pays homage to the old fort structures from the early settlement days of Las Vegas, which relied upon site-sourced materials along with tried-and-true techniques for designing and building in an arid climate," the team told Dezeen.

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Deezen

JANUARY 25, 2024

The café pavilion sits in the courtyard of The OWO hotel in London The prefabricated circular pavilion, which contains a bar and dining space for the Parisian restaurant Café Lapérouse, has a crafted glass facade and mirrored stainless-steel roof panels. Mirror stainless steel is a very robust and easy-to-maintain material."

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Deezen

JANUARY 6, 2024

Commoncraft chose materials for the space that appear purposefully rough and unfinished "Employing a range of rough and raw materials, Commoncraft's design of Kuppi Cafe seeks out the beauty in imperfection," said the studio, which was founded by Zach Cohen and Tony-Saba Shiber. The photography is by Andrew Fu.

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Deezen

AUGUST 19, 2023

The two-storey building achieves a similar effect using different material techniques. Glass doors and windows extend floor to ceiling The same tone can be found on granite floor tiles that feature both inside and outside, enhancing the homogeneity of the design. "In The lower level has a more intimate feel.

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Deezen

JUNE 8, 2022

In some areas, stretches of glass are covered with wooden screens. The custom glass staircase creates transparency and allows the client's art to be the focal point, setting the stage for the experience of the home," the team said. Contractor: OnSite Management (Mark Pollard). Civil engineer: Nelson Engineering (Dave Dufault).

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Deezen

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

The interiors were informed by the client's love of layers and texture Throughout the home, large stretches of glass offer sweeping views of the majestic terrain. Rooms feature a blend of earthy and industrial materials. Each window frames a view of the prairie and Teton Range beyond," the team said.

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Architizer

DECEMBER 15, 2022

We wanted to capture the forward-leaning spirit of technology in metal and glass to evoke machined precision, transparency, and modernity. The greatest design challenge was implementing and detailing a complex design and optimizing the energy performance of an all-glass building. © Form4 Architecture. © Form4 Architecture.

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Deezen

DECEMBER 13, 2023

The centre's flared form was clad in a metal curtain wall, rendered in a light colour to reflect the mid-century buildings, while the faces of each protrusion feature floor-to-ceiling glass trimmed with timber. The photography is by Jason O'Rear.

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Deezen

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

Following the Energy Standards’ option to use glass on just 20 per cent of the exterior surface area, the limited amount of glazing is concentrated around these central outdoor areas. The all-white houses have simple materials to accentuate their forms, with stucco on the exterior.

Civil Engineering 110

Civil Engineering Exterior Glass Windows 110

SW Oregon Architect

MARCH 12, 2023

2) FRP is a composite material that typically consists of strong fibers embedded in a resin matrix. The most common fiber types are glass, carbon, or synthetics. FRP is applied in the form of strips or sheets, which are bonded to the surface of the concrete using epoxy or other adhesive materials.

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Deezen

OCTOBER 8, 2022

The stacked glass volumes added to the rear of the house reference the irregular rhythm of the traditional dormers that are a feature of the Victorian terrace. A void connecting the two levels is topped with a translucent glass box that maximises natural light and glows like a lantern at night. Structural engineer: Blue Engineering.

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Deezen

MARCH 27, 2024

A new arched-shaped rounded steel staircase rises in front of one of the original stained glass windows," said the studio. The stair is clearly contemporary in its materials, construction, and detailing, but has a formal resonance with the existing arches throughout the building."

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The Architecture Designs

APRIL 18, 2024

Floor Construction: Choosing the Right Material source: pinterest.cl Selecting the right flooring material is essential for both aesthetic and functional reasons. Concrete is the most common material used for basement floors and walls due to its strength and durability.

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Deezen

MARCH 13, 2022

The clients were able to see beyond the dated materials and finishes," said the studio, and from there they decided to update the entire house. Conversely, the rear has a large glass sliding door and is clad in weathered wood. A light material palette is given texture by the ceiling's wooden staves. Structural engineer: ZFA.

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Deezen

JANUARY 13, 2023

A glass vestibule cantilevers over the main public entry. The addition has an angled corner that cantilevers over the main public entry forming a plaza with a glass vestibule and angled structural columns that frame views toward the historic crane shed. General contractor: Turner Construction.

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Deezen

FEBRUARY 11, 2022

At Uchi Miami , the American firm aimed to create a "perfect contrast" between the materials, techniques and styles of Japan and Florida. Wrapping, layering and stitching, inspired by native art forms, apply sophisticated design to simple objects to elevate ordinary materials found in daily life.". MEP: RPJ Engineering.

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Deezen

APRIL 7, 2022

Local firm In Situ Studio was charged with designing a contemporary residence for a couple – the husband is an electrical engineer, and the wife is a German and history teacher. The existing house was in bad shape and rife with common hazardous materials from the time, such as lead paint and asbestos," the firm said.

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Deezen

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

Retractable glass openings provide immersive views The house opens up in the rear, where retractable glass openings provide immersive views and seamless access to a covered patio and swimming pool. Read: Klopf Architecture revamps mid-century home at Stanford University The interior is fitted with neutral tones and earthy materials.

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Housing Architecture Modern Structural Engineering 116

aasarchitecture

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

Photo © Michael Grimm Shaped by Traditional Craft Built using locally sourced brick, wood structure, and textured concrete walls, The Commons links the museum collection and the Folk Art School to Norwegian craft traditions through honest and humble materials.

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aasarchitecture

MARCH 5, 2024

Character & Regional Inspiration Poised as an impactful gateway, the extension design complements the materials and form of the existing airport campus and offers an iconic Portland experience for travelers. The south façade celebrates Oregon’s forest edges through a custom pattern of colored glass and mullions of various depths.

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e-architect

DECEMBER 24, 2022

The pavilions are dislocated around a unifying north/south glass spine/bridge that allows for an abundance of natural light, compelling vistas through the building to the surrounding landscape, lake, and beyond. Contractor: TOTH Construction. Civil Engineer: Coterra Engineering. Structural Engineer: RSE Associates.

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