Archinect
AUGUST 24, 2022
AEG has announced a new “nine-figure” overhaul of Los Angeles’ iconic renamed Crypto.com Arena (formerly The Staples Center) and adjacent L.A. LIVE pedestrian mall in a two-year project that promises to “provide fans with entirely new ways to experience their favorite sports and music event” once it is completed in 2024.
Avontuura
AUGUST 24, 2022
With their striking crowns of stacked apartments, the towers add affordable rental housing at the very centre of the city. The post MVRDV completes two residential stepped towers in The Hague appeared first on Åvontuura.
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Archinect
AUGUST 24, 2022
Historic England is taking action as preservation advocates in the country prepare for what could be a seminal decision that might alter the face of building conservation in the UK for years to come. More than 50% of the country's historic department stores have reportedly closed since 2015, leading proponents of their adaptive reuse (including The Guardian critic Oliver Wainwright ) to successfully petition against the proposed demolition of a landmark Marks & Spencer outpost on Oxford Stre
Deezen
AUGUST 24, 2022
Architecture studio ZN Era has envisioned a skyscraper called Downtown Circle, which would be built around the Burj Khalifa in downtown Dubai. Set to be 550-metres tall and 3,000 metres in circumference, the skyscraper would be composed of two interconnected main rings that will house residential, public, commercial and cultural spaces. ZN Era has proposed an elevated skyscraper called Downtown Circle.
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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
AUGUST 24, 2022
The National Endowment for the Humanities ( NEH ) recently announced a broad-ranging program of new grants that totaled $31.5 million and were awarded to 226 projects across the United States. Included in the list are a few architectural organizations and historically significant institutions that were identified by the NEH as helping to “preserve, examine, and share the country’s rich and expansive history and culture.
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Archinect
AUGUST 24, 2022
Demand for design services at architecture firms across the U.S. has increased for the eighteenth consecutive month in July, according to new data from the American Institute of Architects (AIA). The Architecture Billings Index (ABI) reported a score of 51.0 last month. While this reading is slightly below June’s score of 53.2 , it still indicates stable business conditions for architecture firms, as any score above 50 suggests an increase in billings from the prior month.
The Spaces
AUGUST 24, 2022
There are undeniable shades of David Hockney and Ed Ruscha at West Hollywood members club Holloway House, which gleefully mixes 1950s and 60s styles. The building, which is Soho House’s third location in Los Angeles, is brimming with colour, patterns and shapes that evoke the midcentury art scene, with the company citing artists that moved to the city in that period as key sources of inspiration.
Archinect
AUGUST 24, 2022
In March 2022, we published a feature article exploring failures in the maintenance and administration of public housing in the United States. The piece was one of several features on our editorial that have exposed architecture’s connection to pressing social issues, with recent examples including labor , gender and racial inequalities, governance of public space , and homelessness.
The Spaces
AUGUST 24, 2022
Located in the heart of Hudson’s historic district, this handsome late Victorian building blends old and new across its freshly restored interiors. Hudson is home to a swathe of 19th-century architectural styles that point to the New York city’s boom as a ‘factory town’, home to a growing wealthy industrial class. They built lavish homes in Gothic , Queen Anne and colonial styles, particularly along Union, Allen and Front Street, which comprise the core of today’s h
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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
AUGUST 24, 2022
The new Edgewater Beach House is the fourth lakefront “Beach House” facility in the history of Cleveland’s premier lakefront park, Edgewater Park. As a legacy project of the Metroparks’s 2020 strategic plan, CMP developed a vision for a new lakefront facility acting as a “community hub,” reconnecting Cleveland to the Lake Erie waterfront and opening in time for CMP’s 100 year anniversary.
The Architect's Newsletter
AUGUST 24, 2022
Facades+ kicks off its fall conference lineup live in Dallas on September 9th. Featuring a morning of presentations and an afternoon of workshops, Facades+ continues to celebrate its 10th anniversary [.]. Read More. The post Architects will explore climate-responsive design at Facades+ Dallas appeared first on The Architect’s Newspaper.
Archinect
AUGUST 24, 2022
The 2,000-ton final structural piece of Los Angeles International Airport ’s new Automated People Mover stations project is in place after the conclusion of its six-month construction phase was announced last week by Balfour Beatty , as part of LINXS Constructors. A total of 127 piles were needed to complete West Central Terminal Area (CTA) station, the last and largest of six stations, which will be connected to Tom Bradley International Terminal via a pedestrian bridge that’s slate
The Spaces
AUGUST 24, 2022
NASA has released the sound of a black hole — and it’s about as ominous as you’d expect. Naysayers may be quick to claim that there’s no sound in space, but NASA notes that ‘a galaxy cluster has so much gas that we’ve picked up actual sound.’ The misconception that there is no sound in space originates because most space is a ~vacuum, providing no way for sound waves to travel.
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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
AUGUST 24, 2022
The arrangement of light is crucial to an image, whether it is in the basic lighting, atmosphere, mood rendering, characterization, etc. From pre-shooting to post-production, the video artists control the brightness, angle, and color of light to form an atmosphere that fits the scene, and participate in narrative and expression. And this artistic technique of creating with light and expressing the unspeakable feeling is also applied to interior design.
Architonic
AUGUST 24, 2022
<p>The House of Vans London is the recently completed project by designers Pete Hellicar and Tim Greatrex, together with Kat Mackenzie and Henry Clay (Black Sparrow Presents) - the project management team for the House of Vans London.</p> <p>The House of Vans London is a new mixed use creative venue for Vans enthusiasts and those interested in skateboarding culture.
Archinect
AUGUST 24, 2022
This post is brought to you by Enscape. Visualization from Enscape just keeps getting better. The latest version of the fast, simple real-time visualization plugin, Enscape 3.4, is more powerful and user-friendly than ever. With intuitive new feature updates, the most recent release empowers architects and designers to easily refine their visualizations and streamline their workflow.
Architonic
AUGUST 24, 2022
A home taken from the American South fades into view on the beach. The large grassy areas and the leafy trees provide a magnificent setting for the handsome house. The sea roars quietly in the background as we walk towards the grand entrance. The house has a wealth of detail rarely seen in today's architecture. Once inside the hall, you are greeted by an impressive ceiling height and a sober colour scheme.
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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.
Archinect
AUGUST 24, 2022
The Knowlton School at The Ohio State University is pleased to announce that Phu Hoang has been named the next Section Head of Architecture. “I am delighted to welcome Phu Hoang to the Knowlton School, the College of Engineering, and Ohio State,” said Knowlton School Director Dorothée Imbert. “His body of work at MODU and his teaching illustrate a command of architecture across scales and the integration of multidisciplinary ideas through collaborations with engineers, s
Landscape Architecture Magazine
AUGUST 24, 2022
For habitat restoration and invasives control on sensitive sites, goats are a natural. By Katharine Logan. Three hundred goats help Caltrans restore habitat at the foot of Big Sur. Photo by Katherine Brown. How often does it happen that when a landscape maintenance crew starts mowing brush or clearing weeds, office workers leave their desks and head outside to watch, grandparents make an outing of it with their grandkids, neighbors sit out on their front porches where they can see, or people dri
Architonic
AUGUST 24, 2022
There are not many decisions that can be as formative for a building as those concerning sun shading. Why? Because these elements are located precisely at the interface between inside and outside: They become surfaces that shape the façade in a similarly striking way as the rooms inside. One could tell the story of architecture by looking at ever-larger glass surfaces – Mies van der Rohe was undoubtedly a pioneer with his Barcelona Pavilion, the Villa Tugendhat or his Farnsworth House.
Deezen
AUGUST 24, 2022
Thai firm IDIN Architects has completed an office building in Bangkok , featuring angled metal cladding that reflects sunlight away from a nearby shrine and helps prevent the interior from overheating. IDIN Architects designed the Suanphlu Office for a site next to the Lao Pueng Thao Kong shrine in the Thai capital's commercial district. The private office building also contains a penthouse for the owner on its top floor.
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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.
Architecture Ideas
AUGUST 24, 2022
Getting enough sleep every night is essential to ensuring your health and well-being. Lack of sleep or poor sleep quality has been linked to a long list of physical and mental maladies. . These include (not necessarily limited to): depression, . lack of concentration, . higher risks of developing heart disease, . increased inflammation, and . even impaired immune function. .
The Architect's Newsletter
AUGUST 24, 2022
The Architecture Billings Index (ABI) published monthly by the American Institute of Architects (AIA) has reported increased demand again for architecture and design services, marking the eighteenth consecutive month with [.]. Read More. The post The July 2022 Architecture Billings Index marks eighteen consecutive months of growth appeared first on The Architect’s Newspaper.
designboom
AUGUST 24, 2022
in their new study, the engineers show how their robot constructed a kinematic model of itself and utilized it to plan motion, attain goals, and avoid obstacles. The post columbia engineers develop robot that imagines and understands itself appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.
The Spaces
AUGUST 24, 2022
The Delorean Motor Company is known for its futuristic vehicle designs but its 2040 Omega off-road racer looks more suited to life on Mars than Earth. Inspired by Baja-themed off-road racing, the 2040 Omega concept car ditches the silhouette of its iconic DMC 12 classic, opting for an extreme lifted stance and giant wheels that look ready to rip up rough terrain.
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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!
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