Archinect
NOVEMBER 4, 2022
The American Institute of Architects (AIA) has just announced its 2022 AIA Film Challenge winners. Grand Prize, Runner Up, and Third Place winners were selected from a field of 32 qualified entries for the competition, which awards short 1:30 to 3-minute documentary films that “demonstrate how architects work with residents and civic leaders to design sustainable and equitable communities.
ArchDaily
NOVEMBER 4, 2022
via ARki | AR. Smartphones and tablets have become so powerful that has abruptly changed the concept of workshops since the introduction of apps into the architecture industry. They have generated a more productive and efficient workflow on-site or on the go, covering different aspects of the field with versatility and variety. While some are specific to professionals, others appeal to every architecture enthusiast, with user-friendly interfaces, simplified navigations, and reachable information
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Archinect
NOVEMBER 4, 2022
The annual AIA|LA Design Awards winners have been announced following a gala in front of a crowd of more than 500 at the chapter’s awards party at the BroadStage in Santa Monica. New built and unbuilt projects were recognized in the Design and Next LA Awards categories and presented to the audience by their three-member jury and eleven-year-old aspiring architect Madison Dorsey and 2023 AIA|LA President-Elect Leslie Sydnor.
Avontuura
NOVEMBER 4, 2022
The architectural expression is characterised by a specific use of building materials – structurally consistent and playful at the same time. The post idArchitekt.innen construct three brick and concrete apartment buildings in 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?
Archinect
NOVEMBER 4, 2022
Another gap in the leadership of the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) has been filled following the announcement of Robbie Turner as the organization’s new director for diversity and inclusion. Thompson comes to the position after working for more than 30 years in various roles in the country’s pharmaceutical industry and will begin his term next week, ending an 8-month void for the relatively new RIBA office that was first created in 2021.
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Archinect
NOVEMBER 4, 2022
Following last week’s visit to Atlanta-based Houser Walker , we are moving our Meet Your Next Employer series to Los Angeles this week to meet the international design collective RIOS. Founded by Mark Rios in 1985, the collective has evolved from its architectural and landscape architecture routes to occupy offices across LA, Austin, Boulder, and Portland, as well as international offices in London and Singapore.
designboom
NOVEMBER 4, 2022
the project marks a new gateway to the jiuzhaigou national park, its organic architecture designed with parametric tools. The post jiuzhai valley visitor center is a fluid extension of the national park’s landscape appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.
Archinect
NOVEMBER 4, 2022
Los Angeles studio Mutuo has designed a housing prototype for Arkansas’ Crystal Bridges Museum of Art which challenges the current housing system. The outdoor exhibition sees five firms, including Mutuo, construct responsive prototypes that explore the history of housing, and its connection with the natural world. Mutuo’s contribution, titled Finding Flexibility Within Systems , manifests as a “fragmented structure” that seeks to raise questions on housing equity, inclusi
The Architect's Newsletter
NOVEMBER 4, 2022
The following editorial from Thomas Woltz advances the responsibility of landscape architects to create a cleaner, greener, and more equitable future as urban populations swell and the impacts of climate [.]. Read More. The post Seeing landscape architecture as part of our nation’s essential infrastructure only deepens its relevance today appeared first on The Architect’s Newspaper.
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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
Archinect
NOVEMBER 4, 2022
MoMA’s acquisition of games is the responsibility of the Architecture and Design Department, which is focused on objects that are celebrated for their function. Paul Galloway, who has served as the point person for the museum’s video game acquisition efforts, says these multimedia objects are a natural fit for the most omnivorous section of the museum.
The Architect's Newsletter
NOVEMBER 4, 2022
OMA has unveiled the design for Harajuku Quest, a commercial development straddling Tokyo’s Omotesando and Oku-Harajuku neighborhoods, both of which are popular retail and cultural thoroughfares in the Japanese capital [.]. Read More. The post OMA unveils design for Tokyo shopping center that straddles two disconnected neighborhoods appeared first on The Architect’s Newspaper.
Archinect
NOVEMBER 4, 2022
The Children’s Museum of Eau Claire (CMEC) is a first-of-its-kind structure that demonstrates the innovative usage of Structural Round Timber (SRT). The two-story, 24,000-square-foot building was designed by Steinberg Hart in collaboration with KPFF and an extensive team of timber engineering experts, fabricators, and forest product companies.
designboom
NOVEMBER 4, 2022
wask studio reveals its newest quirky gift: an emotional soap bar that scrubs away to reveal a frown. The post this sentient bar of soap loses its happy smile as you wash your hands appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.
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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.
Archinect
NOVEMBER 4, 2022
The New York City Council passed the Rat Action Plan Thursday, a package of four bills that set new pest management standards. Among other measures, it will require applicants for certain construction work permits in the city to certify that a licensed exterminator was retained to effectively treat the premises for rodent extermination. The city is currently enduring a spike in its world-renowned rodent population , as rat sightings in all five boroughs have gone up by a total of 71% when compar
designboom
NOVEMBER 4, 2022
polydrops returns with the optimized P17A1 all electric camper for an enhanced off-the grid travel experience. The post polydrops draws on passive house design for new high-tech energy efficient P17A1 trailer appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.
Archinect
NOVEMBER 4, 2022
YEAR: 2019. SIZE: 1,600 SF. A young couple acquired a small cabin perched in the trees of Mt. Washington, above Los Angeles. The site presented a series of challenges due to the cabin being sited precariously above a dramatic topography, as well as soil instability and rigorous foundation requirements. These were addressed by inserting a series of concrete and stucco wedges below and adjacent to the cabin to double the size of the living area while also integrating the experience of the home wit
The Spaces
NOVEMBER 4, 2022
Courtesy Ana Popescu (c). Vienna’s Sous-Bois Cafe is hosting a new exhibition of work by Ana Popescu , featuring colour- and light-drenched drawings that evoke the best bits of the holidays. The show, entitled Les Vacances, is described by the artist as a ‘visual diary’ of her summer trips this year and includes depictions of sunlit architecture, sunburnt tourists and unending expanses of blue sky.
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Archinect
NOVEMBER 4, 2022
In the context of the integration of the Yangtze River Delta, the life of the new districts of Suzhou is differentiated by different industrial layout. Suzhou Bay Sports Park is located in the core area of the Taihu New City- East Taihu Eco-Tourism Resort. It is a good place for tourism, outdoor recreation, sports and fitness, a sea of flowers, trails, ponds, courts, and luxuriant trees.
Deezen
NOVEMBER 4, 2022
Mighty Buildings has delivered what it claims is the world's first 3D-printed zero-net home as part of a 40-unit community in Desert Hot Springs that explores environmental and economic development strategies. The Oakland-based technology company completed the 1,171-square-foot (159-square metre) home in September 2022. Ehrlich Yanai Rhee Chaney Architects (EYRC) designed the two-bedroom, two-bath home, known as the Quatro, which the team says will produce as much energy as it consumes using Mig
Archinect
NOVEMBER 4, 2022
The Wooden Cabin Town is located on an island in the West Sea of Lushan, southwest of Jiujiang, Jiangxi. It was designed by Shanghai Parallect Architecture Studio. The predecessor of this water area is Xiu River, one of the five major rivers in Jiangxi. From the 1950s to the 1970s, the Xihai Barrage, known as Asia's largest dam, was built here, and it formed a unique island in the lake area: like clusters of jungle floating above the water.
designboom
NOVEMBER 4, 2022
the concrete volume angles sharply at the front and bends like a wave at the back to envelop a private courtyard. The post ASWA fronts new eatery in bangkok with sculptural, corrugated concrete appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.
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.
Deezen
NOVEMBER 4, 2022
Spiralling tiled roofs informed by the contours of the surrounding mountains cover the Jiuzhai Valley Visitor Centre in Sichuan Province, China , designed by The Architectural Design and Research Institute of Tsinghua University. Located at the entrance to the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Jiuzhai Valley National Park, the centre provides a new exhibition space, visitor centre and offices as part of the area's reopening following an earthquake in 2017.
designboom
NOVEMBER 4, 2022
the concept jeep container house generates its own electricity via solar panels and makes use of recyclable wood for the interior. The post concept jeep ‘container house’ can be built & dismantled anywhere for nomad lifestyle appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.
Deezen
NOVEMBER 4, 2022
New Orleans architecture studio Eskew Dumez Ripple has unveiled plans for a welcome centre at Louisiana State University in Baton Rouge that will feature a sloped roof, glass walls and a sunken central courtyard. Plans for the pavilion in Baton Rouge – the capital city of Louisiana – show a square building with roofs that slope inward towards an expansive courtyard.
designboom
NOVEMBER 4, 2022
odabashian's fondness for traditional techniques and fine aesthetics weaves seamlessly with orlaineta's passion for hybrid sculptural forms. The post odabashian weaves edgar orlaineta’s biomorphic sculptures into gobelin-style tapestries appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.
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