Archinect

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

The new Stanley Museum of Art at the University of Iowa has opened fifteen years after historic flooding destroyed the campus’ previous arts destination. Designed by BNIM , the new venue serves as a learning and teaching laboratory for the arts and a hub for the wider campus. Image credit: Nick Merrick Externally, the new museum is clad in what the design team describes as a “dynamic and kinetic” facade of dark, warm brick.

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ArchDaily

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

via New York Engineers Almost two decades ago, in the downtown corridor of Columbus, Ohio, the century-old landmarked Lazarus Building underwent an extensive renovation to save the department store and restore it to its former glory. Sixty million dollars went into its restoration and transformation into a retail and office complex. During the construction, workers recycled nearly 5,000 pounds of steel, 2,000 pounds of concrete, and significant amounts of carpeting, ceiling tiles, and various wo

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Archinect

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

Populous has revealed designs for its new 20,000 seat multipurpose soccer stadium in Indianapolis. Their design for the city’s Indy Eleven professional soccer franchise will anchor a larger mixed-use development located at the southwesternmost corner of downtown that includes apartments, a hotel feature, office spaces, and retail all wrapped in a color-changing LED facade that’s supposedly reflective of the “forward-looking nature of the development.

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Avontuura

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

At the end of a road, an existing house built by the grandfather of three grandchildren punctuates the street by its position in the plot. The post Madeleine architectes and Studio François Nantermod design community housing project in the hills of Switzerland appeared first on Åvontuura.

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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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Archinect

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

Stefano Boeri has been awarded one of the highest honors available in Spain’s architectural community after being named the winner of this year’s Lifetime Achievement Award at the Madrid Design Festival , an event now in its sixth year. The noted architect of Milan’s Bosco Verticale and other similar biophilic designs in Europe and Asia.

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Archinect

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

The material is essentially free, or at least locally available for a fraction of the cost of concrete.Mud construction contributes little to global warming. And concrete tends to be a gateway, once people can afford it, to another fossil-fuel-guzzling invention: air-conditioning. Peter Schwartzstein explores the work of folks such as Clara Sawadogo , Francis Kéré and Salima Naji who are trying to rekindle an interest in materials and methods that have a long tradition in Africa an

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Deezen

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

A planner from Edmonton , Canada, has defended its 15-minute city plan after criticism from locals, saying that the plan uses age-old concepts and "will enable the City of Edmonton to support growth more efficiently". Edmonton's principal planner Michael Strong has refuted the idea that the city's plan to re-organise into walkable communities would restrict people's movements, amid rising controversy surrounding the concept of 15-minute cities.

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Archinect

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

In preparation for the Fall 2023 academic term, Brown University shares details of its new Deborah Berke Partners -designed Brook Street Residence Halls. Located at the southeastern edge of the University’s 143-acre historic urban campus, the 125,00-square-foot development has room for 353 beds interwoven with green spaces that enhances the campus’ connection to nearby existing structures and Providence’s Fox Point neighborhood while providing capabilities for year-round stormw

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Architonic

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

<p>If we look at global energy consumption, we see that almost a third of it is attributable to buildings, and 40% of global CO2 emissions are due to their use. How can we build in such a way that less energy is needed during construction and later during operation? What contribution do material cycles make? And to what extent can technical solutions such as smart features and integrated energy management, in existing buildings as well as in new construction, help to resolutely meet the

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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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Archinect

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

Stefano Boeri has been awarded one of the highest honors available in Spain’s architectural community after being named the winner of this year’s Lifetime Achievement Award at the Madrid Design Festival , an event now in its sixth year. The noted architect of Milan’s Bosco Verticale and other similar biophilic designs in Europe and Asia.

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Deezen

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

A sculptural spiral staircase, floor-to-ceiling windows and panelled walls have been paired with contemporary furnishings in Space Copenhagen 's renovation of a restaurant and hotel in Switzerland. Called Mammertsberg , the combined hotel and restaurant is housed within a 1911 villa that overlooks the Alps mountain range in Freidorf, Switzerland. Top: a spiral staircase takes centre stage in Mammertsberg.

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Archinect

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

Mad Yolks is a creation of two young entrepreneur brothers with a highly successful poke bar restaurant in downtown Santa Cruz. Their love for well crafted locally made food has brought them to experiment with food once more, this time with people’s most favorite meal - breakfast. A breakfast spot in downtown Santa Cruz calls for a chill and approachable atmosphere.

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The Spaces

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

The architects at Snøhetta provide Norway with some of its highest-profile buildings. Yet they’ve also mastered the art of low-key allure. Their three new Bolder wood cabins , on the rocks above Lysefjord, near Stavanger, have a striking simplicity, with panoramic windows overlooking the wild, watery landscape. The cladding was cut from the same red cedar as in the surrounding nature.

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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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Archinect

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

Named the Land Bridge and Prairie project, the new park was unveiled this weekend, when for the first time since the 1950s, visitors were able to cross over Memorial Drive and enjoy 1,500 acres of uninterrupted parkland at Memorial Park. Swelling like soft green mounds over a six-lane highway, the park is the latest example of how cities can mend the tears caused by disruptive roads without necessarily tearing them down.

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Deezen

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

Defensible space policies championed by right-wing politicians in the '70s and '80s continue to alienate people in low-income areas and blight our public spaces , writes Anna Minton. Margaret Thatcher is not best-known for her contribution to design, but more than 30 years after she left office her stamp on the city remains. It's there in the ubiquitous bollards, gates and fences that define the contemporary British urban space.

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Archinect

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

Product: Architectural Terracotta in 30mm THK, Red and Grooved Texture, 13615 SQM This project consists of 2 premium Grade A office buildings, 2 high-rise office buildings and a five-star hotel. LOPO provided the project with terracotta panels (width: 513 mm and 600 mm) with overlaps, featuring a horizontally oriented rainscreen system. Terracotta creates warm and elegant facades for the buildings.

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designboom

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

hexagonal holes cover wilson’s 3D-printed airless basketball prototype to let the air freely flow, helping the ball bounce. The post wilson debuts 3D-printed airless basketball prototype with hexagon holes appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Archinect

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

Designed for a photographer, the new studio and workshop building replaces an enchanting but irreparable old barn and is built approximately within its footprint. Located on agricultural land in western Marin County, California, the site lies near a seasonal creek between ranch pastures and is flanked by Eucalyptus trees and Redwoods to the north and south respectively.

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Architizer

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

Architizer's 11th Annual A+Awards is open for entries! With an Extended Entry Deadline of Febuary 24th, 2023 , the clock is ticking — get started on your submission today. Submit Your Project to the A+Awards Designing a building is a high-stakes juggling act that architects don’t get enough credit for. At best, society thinks architects are cool and elusive figures with a penchant for black turtlenecks and nice stationary.

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Archinect

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

Named the Land Bridge and Prairie project, the new park was unveiled this weekend, when for the first time since the 1950s, visitors were able to cross over Memorial Drive and enjoy 1,500 acres of uninterrupted parkland at Memorial Park. Swelling like soft green mounds over a six-lane highway, the park is the latest example of how cities can mend the tears caused by disruptive roads without necessarily tearing them down.

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designboom

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

tamarit motorcycles helios is a customisable motorcycle that pays meticulous attention to detail in every feature. The post tamarit motorcycles divinize triumph into god-like helios café racer appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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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.

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Archinect

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

In this case, architecture is the issue and the engine of renewal. With its triple-height library and exalting, barrel-vaulted classrooms with huge punched windows overlooking Manhattan, the redesigned ice plant becomes one of the most spectacular school buildings in the city. [.] the historical arc of 20 Bruckner, as the building is called, is instructive and tells a larger tale about the Bronx, change and renewal.

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designboom

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

sher maker fuses the form of a thai longhouse fused with the typology of a pavilion to embody the furniture brand's traditional values. The post gabled longhouse showroom by sher maker celebrates artisanal woodworking in chiang mai appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Dwell

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

SHED Architecture + Design refreshes a Kitsap Peninsula home by taking down walls, doubling down on dormers, and polishing up its interior with pearly-white shiplap. For many years, Kirsten and Rick lived in a very rural part of the Kitsap Peninsula, across the Puget Sound from Seattle. "We were living out in the woods," says Kirsten. "The closest town was 25 minutes away, and gas was 25 minutes away.

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designboom

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

the design reveals a bright, open space with strong sculptural strokes. The post a triangular atrium crowns airhouse’s new private residence in japan appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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