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Future Firm's Hem House has all the makings of an award winner at half the price

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As part of the firm’s desire to fill the “middle market” of residential housing options with inspiring contemporary architecture, Chicago-based practice Future Firm has designed a new 1,300-square-foot residential project, called Hem House, that has provided the city with a sustainable model for building the bedrock of successful mixed-income communities.

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the legacy of modernist architect yosizaka takamasa at museum of contemporary art tokyo

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the exhibition is the first at a public art museum to provide a full picture of the work of the tokyo-born master of modern japanese architecture. The post the legacy of modernist architect yosizaka takamasa at museum of contemporary art tokyo appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Kim Kardashian taps Tadao Ando and Kengo Kuma for post-divorce vacation homes

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At present, Pritzker Prize–­winning architect Tadao Ando is building Kim’s Palm Springs home, which she describes as “concrete, gray-toned, and really zen,” while Kengo Kuma, who designed the National Stadium for the 2020 Tokyo Olympics as well as LVMH’s Japan headquarters, is creating a glass-and-wood lake house for her in an undisclosed location, where Kim travels every Fourth of July.

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Studio Rhonda uses saturated colours and glass bricks to revamp Zetteler's headquarters

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Interiors firm Studio Rhonda has redesigned communications agency Zetteler's London office using contrasting colours and tactile vegan and deaf-friendly materials. The studio , which is led by Rhonda Drakeford, created a distinctive feeling for each of the headquarter's three zones – a main work area, a smaller cafe-style space for meals and relaxing, and a meeting space.

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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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San Francisco might tax empty homes to fund affordable housing

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People living in San Francisco may be given the opportunity to vote on a proposal to tax vacant homes in the city. The proposal, filed with city officials this month, seeks to address a chronic shortage of housing in San Francisco by encouraging landlords to either rent or sell vacant units. Proponents of the so-called Empty Homes Tax believe it could raise more than $38 million annually; half of which would be used to fund rental subsidies for elderly and low-income households, with the other h

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RIBA is calling on the UK government to warm up its interwar houses

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The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) has calculated that insulation, double- or triple-glazing and gas boiler replacement in 3.3m interwar homes that sprawl around England’s towns and cities could cut the country’s carbon emissions by 4%, helping it towards the net zero target by 2050. RIBA is calling for policies to incentivise private owners, who own more than 70% of interwar homes, and social landlords to fund the works.

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igshaan adams brings cloud-like sculptures and woven pathways to kunsthalle zurich

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designboom spoke to adams ahead of the exhibition opening where he discussed his artistic practice, sufism, the influence of women, and the different masks we wear. The post igshaan adams brings cloud-like sculptures and woven pathways to kunsthalle zurich appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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This Grimshaw-designed pedestrian bridge will link to Toulouse's new 'green lung' island park

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Grimshaw , in partnership with Eiffage, Ingerpop, ppa.architecture, ATP, and Quartier Lumières, has won a competition to design the Rapas pedestrian bridge in Toulouse in the south of France. The bridge is one of two bridges that will serve to better connect pedestrians and cyclists to the rejuvenated Ile de Ramier, the new “green lung” for the city within the river Garonne.

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Stitched brick wall welcomes guests to Uchi Miami restaurant by Michael Hsu

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Masonry bricks are tied together to form a curved entryway at this sushi restaurant in Miami 's Wynwood neighbourhood, by Michael Hsu Office of Architecture. At Uchi Miami , the American firm aimed to create a "perfect contrast" between the materials, techniques and styles of Japan and Florida. Uchi Miami in Wynwood is fronted by a white structure wrapped in slats.

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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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The architecture of SoFi Stadium, home of Super Bowl LVI

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When SoFi Stadium takes center stage on Sunday as the host of this year’s Super Bowl LVI, the eyes of an unprecedented number of viewers will be tuned in to see the skills of both architects and professional football players being put on display in what is taking shape to be the nation’s most dynamic team sports development. The new home of the Los Angeles Rams and Chargers was inaugurated during the 2020 season following a three-year construction effort and much older development pl

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Stufish designs "world's largest kaleidoscope" in Saudi Arabia

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Stage architecture studio Stufish has built what it says is the world's largest kaleidoscope — a mirrored installation that shows ever-shifting images of Saudi Arabia. Measuring 40 metres long and 6 metres high, Stufish 's kaleidoscope was installed at the 2022 LEAP technology conference in Riyadh and provided guests with a walk-through, immersive experience.

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Perkins Eastman acquires BLT Architects, its second merger in as many years

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One of the largest architecture firms in North America is expanding again as Perkins Eastman has announced a merger with BLT Architects (BLTa) effective February 1st. The new entity will be known as BLTa—A Perkins Eastman Studio and operate out of Philadelphia, a traditional stronghold of Perkins. “We are very pleased that BLTa has joined us, and we now have a strong partner in Philadelphia.

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mirrored surfaces expand HANGHAR’s 1970s apartment renovation in madrid

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the project's continuous red linoleum floor is conceived as an abstraction of the traditional clay tiles commonly found in homes of the area. The post mirrored surfaces expand HANGHAR’s 1970s apartment renovation in madrid 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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Manhattan rents approach pre-pandemic levels

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Rents in New York City approached all-time records last month as inventory grew increasingly scarce. The median rental in Manhattan cost $3,467 last month, according to the New York Post, which cited the latest report by appraisal firm Miller Samuel. That was up a little over 2 percent from $3,392 in December, but it represented a 23 percent spike from January 2021 — falling just $5 short of the January record set in 2020, when the median rental was $3,472 per month.

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The Davis Center at Williams College will get a Leers Weinzapfel Associates-led refresh

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The Boston-based, campus design-specializing Leers Weinzapfel Associates (LWA) has shared plans for a significant refresh and expansion of the Davis Center, a longtime hub of diversity, equity, and inclusion at [.]. Read More. The post The Davis Center at Williams College will get a Leers Weinzapfel Associates-led refresh appeared first on The Architect’s Newspaper.

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MIT researchers develop plant-derived composite that’s tough as bone and hard as aluminum

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made from cellulose nanocrystals, the researchers say the new material could pave the way for sustainable plastics. The post MIT researchers develop plant-derived composite that’s tough as bone and hard as aluminum appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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MetroTech Center becomes Brooklyn Commons and will get a $50 million overhaul

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It’s official: Brookfield Properties earlier this week announced that MetroTech Center, the 16-acre office park and tech-focused educational hub first proposed by the Regional Plan Association in 1983 and eventually [.]. Read More. The post MetroTech Center becomes Brooklyn Commons and will get a $50 million overhaul appeared first on The Architect’s Newspaper.

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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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studio beltrame suspends circular ice-skating bridge within mountainous tarvisio, italy

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when frozen in winter, the blue platform converts into an ice-skating rink, while in summer can host group activities and events. The post studio beltrame suspends circular ice-skating bridge within mountainous tarvisio, italy appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Cake releases anti-poaching electric motorbike for South African park rangers

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Swedish brand Cake has created an electric motorbike specifically for use in the remote South African bush that is "super-efficient" at catching animal poachers. The Ösa AP (anti-poaching) bike, which was unveiled by Cake an expo in Denver last month, allows rangers to quietly track poachers. "Before with the combustion engine bikes, the poachers would hear the guys four-to-five minutes away and just pack up and leave," Cake chief executive Stefan Ytterborn told Dezeen.

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NASA’s james webb telescope sees its first star: images unveiled today

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each unique dot visible in the image mosaic is the same star captured by each of 18 primary mirror segments of the telescope. The post NASA’s james webb telescope sees its first star: images unveiled today appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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This Antwerp attic loft is a marriage of old and new

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History pulses through the skeleton of this Antwerp property in the old city centre, which blends elements of 15th and early 20th-century architecture with contemporary design. The duplex apartment is located on the third and fourth floors of a pre-war building that dates from 1904 but encompasses medieval roof trusses from the 1400s. This hodge-podge of periods finds synergy inside serene interior spaces where these quirks are on full show, with towering roof beams and leaded windows juxtaposin

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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.

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transforming tesla’s cybertruck into an amphibious, high-performance watercraft

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all-electric, high-performance watercraft action movies where cars end up sinking in the sea no longer have the excuse to use the same trope. introducing cybercat and cybercat foiler, components designed to quickly transform cybertruck into an all-electric, high-performance amphibious catamaran. the versatility of tesla’s cybertruck with its large battery, tough construction, and adaptive […].

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HHF Architekten uses modular steel and timber structure for mixed-use block in Switzerland

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A modular grid of exposed steel creates balconies, terraces and external staircases at this mixed-use development in Weggis, Switzerland , designed by HHF Architekten. Located close to Lake Lucerne, the Weggishof scheme combines ground-floor commercial spaces with 39 apartments in a variety of sizes. Weggishof is a mixed-used residential block that was designed by HHF Architects.

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More dishing on Brad Pitt

Architecture Here and There

Experimental houses built by Brad Pitt’s Make It Right foundation. (Flicker/Commons). Apparently, some media outlets have discovered the joy of dishing on celebrities who think they know best. Isn’t that all of them? At any rate, the Daily Kos and the (U.K.) Guardian both have new hit pieces out on Hollywood film crush Brad Pitt, who in the wake of Hurricane Katrina rushed to New Orleans to build new modernist houses for victims in the city’s hard-hit Lower Ninth Ward.

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ASU students design and build Orange 1 breezy outdoor classroom

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A group of students from Arizona State University has completed an outdoor classroom pavilion as part of a design-build studio programme. The project was completed in the spring 2021 semester, as part of Arizona State University's (ASU) larger initiative to build outdoor classrooms to respond to the coronavirus pandemic. The pavilion by ASU students is named Orange 1.

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Report: Optimism for Construction Growth in the Next Year Remains High

Research reveals 96% of respondents are very or fairly optimistic about their organization’s growth prospects for the next year. The InEight Global Capital Projects Outlook also finds over half see digital technology as the greatest growth opportunity. But these are only some of the findings. Don't be kept in the dark when it comes to the future. Read the report today!