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Bar Kar / Spacemen Studio

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© Space Storyteller architects: Spacemen Studio Location: Gtower, Kuala Lumpur, 50450 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia Project Year: 2024 Photographs: Space Storyteller Area: 410.

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Snøhetta unveils newly completed Beijing City Library design

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Snøhetta has shared new photos of its completed Beijing City Library design in the Chinese capital. What is billed by the team to be the "world's largest climatized reading space" is composed of a glass curtain wall fronted by a forest of sculptural columns resembling ginko trees in a design that harkens the natural landscape to affect an "emotional connection" between people, books, and the environment.

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Casting Furniture with Upcycled Plastics and Urban Debris: Los Colados Project

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Courtesy of Locus For decades, our society and the development of our built environment have been strongly associated with intensive extractive processes. While these methods were fundamental to the growth of urban areas, they also laid the groundwork for significant challenges that contemporary generations face today. Nowadays, construction debris accumulates on the peripheries of our cities, and plastic waste floats in the oceans.

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Snøhetta's Joslyn Art Museum expansion set to open in September

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The Joslyn Art Museum in Omaha, Nebraska, has shared new renderings and construction photos to go along with the announcement of the impending completion of a two-year, $100 million expansion project designed by Snøhetta and Alley Poyner Macchietto Architecture. The design establishes the new Rhonda & Howard Hawks Pavilion on campus while adding another 40% worth of gallery spaces to house the museum’s fast-growing collection.

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The Ultimate Guide To Data-Driven Construction: Optimize Projects, Reduce Risks, & Boost Innovation

Speaker: Donna Laquidara-Carr, PhD, LEED AP, Industry Insights Research Director at Dodge Construction Network

In today’s construction market, owners, construction managers, and contractors must navigate increasing challenges, from cost management to project delays. Fortunately, digital tools now offer valuable insights to help mitigate these risks. However, the sheer volume of tools and the complexity of leveraging their data effectively can be daunting. That’s where data-driven construction comes in.

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SOM's 30th Street Station Redevelopment in Philadelphia Breaks Ground

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Courtesy of SOM This month, Skidmore, Owings, and Merril's (SOM) $550 million William H. Gray III 30 th Street Station broke ground in Philidelphia. Initially proposed in 2016, the scheme involves a new mixed-use urban district with an emphasis on transit for the 30 th Street Station Precinct. Boasting a vibrant public realm, the initial phase of the plan focuses extensively on renovating the historic station.

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Bonfiglioli HQ / Peter Pichler Architecture

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© Gustav Willeit architects: Peter Pichler Architecture Location: 40012 Calderara di Reno, Metropolitan City of Bologna, Italy Project Year: 2024 Photographs: Gustav Willeit Area: 6200.

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Plans revealed for Hudson Yards Phase Two with several towers and a potential casino

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The next chapter in New York’s Hudson Yards has been revealed, with developers filing a bid for a potential mixed-use casino complex. Related Companies and Wynn Resorts submitted plans as part of an environmental impact process last week with the New York City Department of City Planning, which includes two scenarios for the plot directly west of The Vessel.

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Maria Flor Inn / Solo Arquitetos + PRISCILLA MULLER, Studio Arquitetura e Design

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© Eduardo Macarios architects: PRISCILLA MULLER, Studio Arquitetura e Design architects: Solo Arquitetos Location: Fernando de Noronha, PE, 53990-000, Brazil Project Year: 2021 Photographs: Eduardo Macarios Area: 1400.

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Check out the four designs selected for the 25th International Garden Festival

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A quartet of new landscape projects have been selected as the winners for the 25th International Garden Festival , which takes place in Grand-Métis, Quebec, from June 22nd until October 6th this year. For the special anniversary, designers responded to the theme ‘ Ecology of Possibility ’ put forth by Artistic Director Ève De Garie-Lamanque in order to stimulate a re-imagining of the future garden design.

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Architectural Visualization Trends and the Rise of AI

A new industry study conducted by Architizer on behalf of Chaos Enscape surveyed 2,139 design professionals to understand the state of architectural visualization and what to expect in the near future. We asked: How are visualizations produced in your firm? What impact does real-time rendering have? What approach are you taking toward the rise of AI?

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13/4 Farm House / Very Studio?Che Wang Architects

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© YuChen Chao Photography architects: Very Studio︱Che Wang Architects Location: Taichung, North District, Taichung City, Taiwan Project Year: 2021 Photographs: YuChen Chao Photography Area: 425.

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Snøhetta unveils the world’s largest climatized reading space with their new Beijing City Library

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Beijing City Library Architect: SnøhettaLocation: ​​Beijing, ChinaType: LibraryYear: 2024Photographs: Yumeng Zhu Snøhetta unveils the world’s largest climatized reading space with their new Beijing City Library Snøhetta’s Beijing City Library has opened doors for visitors as the world’s largest climatized reading space. It is the firm’s latest innovation in the library typology, thirty-five years after they began work on Bibliotheca Alexandrina in Egypt.… The post Snøhetta unve

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Villa K / KIRYU ATELIER + T Architects Co.

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Courtesy of KIRYU ATELIER + T Architects Co. architects: KIRYU ATELIER architects: T Architects Co. Location: Toyota, Aichi, Japan Project Year: 2023 Photographs: Courtesy of KIRYU ATELIER + T Architects Co. Area: 435.

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Mu Feng Yue Hot Spring Hotel by Studio A+ by Studio A+

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Situated in Fengxi New City, Shanxi Province, China, the Mu Feng Yue Hot Spring Hotel emerges as a serene retreat, nestled in the natural wilderness yet mere moments from the urban bustle. This hotel represents a seamless fusion of city life and nature, providing guests with a peaceful and refined sanctuary. The architectural approach adopted here emphasizes harmony with nature and thoughtful adaptation to the surroundings, resulting in a design that boasts a rustic façade paired with a r

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From Plan to Reality: Unlocking the Power of Aerial Imagery for AEC

Aerial imagery has emerged as a necessary tool for architecture, engineering, and construction firms seeking to improve pre-construction site analysis, make more informed planning decisions, and ensure all stakeholders have access to an accurate visualization of the site to keep the project moving forward. Download our guide and take a deeper look at how aerial imagery can be leveraged to drive project efficiency by reducing unnecessary site visits and providing the accurate details required to

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WEISS/MANFREDI Honored with the 2024 Louis I. Kahn Award

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Marion Weiss and Michael Manfredi. Image Courtesy of DesignPhiladelphia New York-based architecture office WEISS/MANFREDI Architecture/Landscape/Urbanism has been named the 37 th recipient of the Louis I. Kahn Award , offered by DesignPhiladelphia. The firm, founded by Marion Weiss and Michael Manfredi, is recognized for its wide range of projects, from cultural institutions to urban landscapes, all demonstrating and responding to contextual conditions, sustainability standards, and centered aro

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Snøhetta creates library to emulate feeling of "sitting under a tree"

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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. Located in Beijing's Tongzhou district, the library was designed by Snøhetta to "reinstate the library's relevance in the 21st century" and aims to offer a "new vision" for the typology.

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Changsha International Conference Center / Architectural Design and Research Institution of SCUT

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© Yao Li architects: Architectural Design and Research Institution of SCUT Location: Changsha, Hunan, China Project Year: 2020 Photographs: Yao Li Area: 169464.

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beijing city library by snøhetta opens to the public, revealing sculpted ‘hills’ and ‘valleys’

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the studio designs a sweeping, nearly 16-meter-tall welcoming forum off of which rise stepped terraces along smooth, rhythmic curve The post beijing city library by snøhetta opens to the public, revealing sculpted ‘hills’ and ‘valleys’ appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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7 Ways Real-Time Visualization Can Solve Architectural Challenges

In the dynamic world of architecture, design, and construction, creative problem-solving is crucial for success. Traditional methods often fall short in effectively conveying design intent to clients. Real-time visualization empowers you with a solid decision-making tool that smooths the design process. Discover the power of real-time visualization: Effective Communication Convey your vision clearly and align with clients.

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House on an Island / Atelier Oslo

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© Ivar Kvaal architects: Atelier Oslo Location: Skåtøy, Kragerø Municipality, Norway Project Year: 2018 Photographs: Ivar Kvaal Photographs: Nils Vik/D2 Photographs: Charlotte Thiis-Evensen Area: 70.

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Whimsical Wonders: 8 Design Projects Proving That Copenhagen Is One of the World’s Most Playful Cities

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Architects: Want to have your project featured? Showcase your work through Architizer and sign up for our inspirational newsletters. Copenhagen is not just a city; it’s a playground of architectural wonders. With its colorful buildings and creative urban spaces, the Danish capital has become one of the world’s most vibrant cities, bringing joy to residents and visitors with its playful architecture.

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Renovation of the Espellos Building Envelope / Díaz y Díaz Arquitectos

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© Juan Rodriguez architects: Díaz y Díaz Arquitectos Location: Santiago de Compostela, Province of La Coruña, Spain Project Year: 2023 Photographs: Juan Rodriguez Read more »

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James Turrell installs illuminated skylight at New York City school

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American artist James Turrell has created an illuminated skylight and seating chamber at a New York City private school, which allows viewers to have "a unique and personal experience of the sky". The Leading Skyspace , located at Friends Seminary school, consists of a small room lined with wooden seating where viewers look out through a ceiling aperture surrounded by colour-changing LED lights.

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Concrete Waterproofing: The Next Step to a More Resilient Design

Don’t let water wash away all your hard work. When specifying concrete waterproofing, you need a solution that’s reliable and permanent. Without it, your concrete waterproofing is at risk of failing and letting water erode and corrode the concrete that it was supposed to protect. Reduce the risk of waterproofing failure by reading through our latest free specification e-book, which will take you through the four key components to better concrete waterproofing specification.

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Makai Villas / Studio Saxe

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Lani Villa. Image © Andres García Lachner architects: Studio Saxe Location: Guanacaste Province, Nosara, Costa Rica Project Year: 2023 Photographs: Andres García Lachner Area: 1400.

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Álvaro Siza expands his Serralves Museum in Porto with angular gallery

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Portuguese architect Álvaro Siza has expanded the Serralves Museum in Porto , which he completed in 1999, with an angular extension housing some of his archival works. Named the Álvaro Siza Wing , the three-storey extension has a geometric shape that branches out from the existing museum and slots in between the trees in Serralves Park. The geometric wing branches off the existing museum The Álvaro Siza Wing is the latest collaboration between the 90-year-old architect and the Serralves Foundat

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Cantilevered House / Adolfo Schlieper Arquitectos

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© Walter Gustavo Salcedo architects: Adolfo Schlieper Arquitectos Location: Roldan, Santa Fe, Argentina Project Year: 2021 Photographw: Walter Gustavo Salcedo Area: 311.

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ICA Stop supermarket designed as a "culinary dream come true"

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Swedish studio Westblom Krasse Arkitektkontor and design agency Snask have revamped a supermarket in Täby, adding pastel hues and materials such as terrazzo and wood to "turn shopping into an experience". The design was intended as a facelift for the store, which is part of Sweden's ICA supermarket chain and had been given many smaller additions over the years without an overall design direction.

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Sustainable Architecture: Design Green with the Client in Mind

Speaker: Pedro Clarke – Principal Architect at A+ Architecture, In Loco Program Director

Sustainability begins with a conversation, and acquiring customer buy-in is entirely dependent on how the conversation is framed. Clients may not see sustainability as a priority out of fear of operational costs and quality. While these are legitimate concerns, it is our responsibility as architects to listen and foster a collaborative culture that answers client issues while also reducing our carbon footprint.