Wed.Mar 16, 2022

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Frank Gehry reveals an upgraded design for Downtown LA's transformational Colburn Center

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The musical fabric of Los Angeles is about to get a significant boost from one of its most famous creative backers after Frank Gehry ’s updated plans for the Colburn School were made public for the first time in a live-streamed ceremony at its downtown campus earlier today. Renderings reveal a 100,000-square-foot expansion of the school’s existing facilities into what will be called the Colburn Center, a dynamic new set of interlocking performance venues and public spaces that will c

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Exhibition Halls by Marte.Marte Architects

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The backbone of the building is the circulation axis – room-high openings guide visitors through the exhibition halls – red and black. The post Exhibition Halls by Marte.Marte Architects appeared first on Åvontuura.

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UNStudio-designed K-Pop 'urban speaker' heralds an amplification of Seoul's music industry

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The urban environment of Seoul is about to get quite a bit visually louder as UNStudio has returned to the South Korean capital with a new headquarters for the expanding K-Pop label YG Entertainment. The building is meant to encapsulate “the industrious spirit of this production house’s business and the music industry as a whole.” Photo © Rohspace, courtesy UNStudio Photo © Rohspace, courtesy UNStudio Its sleek interior is a play on the ‘black in black’ co

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Marte.Marte Architects design new State Gallery of Lower Austria

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The structure eludes the appreciation of the viewer in their movement around the construction and resists being drawn to scale. The post Marte.Marte Architects design new State Gallery of Lower Austria appeared first on Åvontuura.

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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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BIG designs ‘folding’ neuroscience center to mimic the cerebral cortex

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Bjarke Ingels Group has unveiled its design for a neuroscience center in Aarhus , Denmark. Described by the studio as “the first of its kind in the world,” the 19,000 square meter (200,000 square foot) facility will be used by Aarhus University Hospital to study and treat physical and mental brain diseases. Image courtesy of BIG Spread across six levels, the center’s floor plan “folds” around a collection of atria echoing the folds of the cerebral cortex, creating a

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The Eiffel Tower has grown a bit taller for the second time this century

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The Eiffel Tower grew by six meters (nearly 20 feet) on Tuesday after engineers hoisted a new communications antenna at the very top of France’s most iconic landmark. With the new antenna, the Eiffel Tower grew from 324 meters (1,063 feet) tall to 330 meters (1,083 feet). The Iron Lady’s first such extension was installed in 1957 and followed in 2000 by the installation of a UHF display, which brought the official height to the just-surmounted total of 324 meters (1,063 feet).

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Escape to this mountainous ski hut by Marte.Marte Architects

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What appears like the structural translation of a child's drawing, is in fact a mischievous reinterpretation of a tall built log cabin. The post Escape to this mountainous ski hut by Marte.Marte Architects appeared first on Åvontuura.

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Environmental graphic design and its history with architecture highlights the value of cross-disciplinary expertise

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Architecture as a practice lends itself to fruitful collaborations with adjacent disciplines such as graphic design. When married in a project, the results often exude an exciting blend of color , style, scale, and unique aesthetics. There are plenty of examples to reference from if we look back at architecture's history with graphic design and its sub-disciplines like wayfinding, signage design, and environmental graphic design.

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Marte.Marte Architects design monolithic concrete cabin in Austria

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Striking and modest in appearance, it stretches up out of a small hollow situated on a narrow path along the edge of the forest. The post Marte.Marte Architects design monolithic concrete cabin in Austria appeared first on Åvontuura.

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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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Manica and Moody Nolan team up for a renovation of Cleveland Guardians' Progressive Field

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Several Midwest practices are joining forces for a timely renovation project at Cleveland’s Progressive Field. Kansas City-based Manica Architecture is now teaming up with Ohio’s own Moody Nolan for the multi-year project with additional help from Cleveland-based studios Van Auken Akins and Robert P. Madison International , who will cover the interior renovations and construction support respectively.

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Marte.Marte Architects design twisting concrete bridge at the foot of a scenic mountain range

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The spectacular route to this ancient settlement area is characterized by a series of natural rock tunnels and stone bridges. The post Marte.Marte Architects design twisting concrete bridge at the foot of a scenic mountain range appeared first on Åvontuura.

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New York City lawmakers put pressure on Mayor Adams to double investment in parks

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Local lawmakers are putting pressure on Mayor Eric Adams to fulfill his campaign promise to make New York City greener by committing more cash to the parks department, something Adams did not follow through with in his preliminary budget. On Monday in Flushing Meadows, members of the City Council and environmental stakeholders called for a $1 billion investment in annual maintenance for New York City parks as part of a five-point plan for improving parks and access to green spaces.

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from fiction to reality: this shield is designed to make you invisible

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Our team has created 25 fully functional invisibility shields, now we need your support to finish turning science fiction into reality and make them available for everyone. The post from fiction to reality: this shield is designed to make you invisible 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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Snøhetta's St. Louis Symphony Hall renovation and expansion will be music to preservationist ears

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The historic home of the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra (SLSO) is about to get a makeover as Snøhetta has been named the lead designer for the expansion and modernization of its Midtown headquarters called Powell Hall. The new 65,000-square-foot expansion will add space for education programs, a new lobby, and an enhanced backstage area for the orchestra musicians inside the 97-year-old building.

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frank gehry designs new center for young performing artists at LA’s colburn school

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frank gehry's colburn center in LA will be a 'hall for all,' giving artists and students a place to shine. The post frank gehry designs new center for young performing artists at LA’s colburn school appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Luma King's Cross by Squire and Partners

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Luma is Squire and Partners’ first building in Argent’s King’s Cross development. The 61 apartment scheme occupies a prime position between Lewis Cubitt Park and Jellicoe Gardens, with a design which knits into the evolving urban setting and references the surrounding natural landscape. The building establishes a strong visual and physical connection between the two gardens with a central glazed residential entrance, and apartment layouts which ensure that all residences enjoy

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nissan’s e-4ORCE ramen counter serves noodle soup bowls without spilling a drop

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a twin-motor technology stepping inside a ramen house, one may find a chef who will serve the steaming bowl of the noodle soup on the counter. maybe not anymore. with the entrance of nissan’s e-4ORCE ramen counter, serving the ramen bowls means being delivered to the customer’s countertop via a mini-robot, all without spilling […].

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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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Rolling Stock Yard by Squire and Partners

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Squire & Partners has completed Rolling Stock Yard, a new development in King’s Cross designed as a contemporary response to its industrial setting providing 57,500 sq ft of workspace for creative small to medium sized businesses. The design concept draws on the area north of King’s Cross St Pancras, historically characterised by the machinations of transport, freight and industry, and now an emerging creative quarter.

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block722 embeds this breezy holiday home ‘villa apollon’ into the island coast of greece

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villa apollon is nestled into the cliffside overlooking the blue waters of the ionian sea. The post block722 embeds this breezy holiday home ‘villa apollon’ into the island coast of greece appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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NADAAA chosen to lead $40 million renovation of the Met's Ancient Near East and Cypriot Art galleries

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The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York has appointed Boston architect Nadaaa to the $40m reconfiguring of a suite of its galleries. The practice, led by principal designer Nader Tehrani, will work with Moody Nolan, the US’s largest African-American-owned and -managed practice, as architect of record on the 15,000sq ft project. The pair will undertake the complete renovation of the Met’s galleries for Ancient Near Eastern and Cypriot Art which currently occupy 11 rooms on the seco

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An Architect’s Guide To: Office Design and Planning

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Emma Walshaw is the founder of First In Architecture and Detail Library. She has written a number of books aiming to facilitate a better understanding of construction and detailing. First In Architecture is a website providing resources and guides for architects and students. . For many people, work is their life. They spend 40+ hours a week at the office and this time can be some of the most rewarding or most frustrating depending on how well your office space is set up.

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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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Msheireb Downtown Doha (Masterplan) by Squire and Partners

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Rolling Stock Yard is a new development on York Way in King’s Cross designed to offer contemporary workspace for creative small to medium sized businesses. The design was informed by the King’s Cross area, historically characterised by the machinations of transport, freight and industry. Facades feature expressed black metal horizontal profiles and vertical timber fins emulating railway tracks and sleepers.

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the folding pontos kayak is just 7lb & packs down to the size of a small tent

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pontos kayaks are made for performance in the water and packability on land. The post the folding pontos kayak is just 7lb & packs down to the size of a small tent appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Frank Gehry releases design for Colburn Center in Los Angeles

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The Colburn School has announced plans for a 100,000-square-foot campus expansion in Downtown Los Angeles designed by architect Frank Gehry. A place for training musicians and dancers, the Colburn School enlisted Gehry Partners to build the Colburn Center – a significant expansion to its current facilities. Frank Gehry has designed the new Colburn Center in Los Angeles.

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daniel arsham collabs with stone island on safari porsche 911 off-roader

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the customized porsche 911 will be presented alongside a reimagined unimog 404 as part of an exhibition at stone island's flagship store in LA. The post daniel arsham collabs with stone island on safari porsche 911 off-roader appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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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!