Mon.Apr 18, 2022

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Architensions takes over Coachella with a playful new subversion of vertical design

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After two years of cancellations and wait, the exciting re-opening of Coachella took place over the weekend with a new installation by Architensions titled The Playground. The studio’s installation joins others by Estudio Normal, Kiki Van Eijk, Oana Stanescu , Christopher Cichocki, and LosDos and is meant to evoke a “vibrant urban landscape” based on the ideas of play expressed by the prolific Dutch intellectual Constant Nieuwenhuys in his visionary idea for a speculative anti-

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Cubo Arkitekter transforms old prison into stunning museum and welcome center in Denmark

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The transformation of the prison originates from a need to create spaces for events, conferences and concerts in a historical setting. The post Cubo Arkitekter transforms old prison into stunning museum and welcome center in Denmark appeared first on Ã…vontuura.

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MODA is the 2022 RAIC Emerging Practice Award winner

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The Royal Architectural Institute of Canada (RAIC) has named Calgary-based Modern Office of Design + Architecture (MODA) as its 2022 Emerging Practice Award recipient. MODA was first established by University of Calgary graduates Ben Klumper and Dustin Couzens in 2013 and has since gained distinction for its designs across a broad range of practice areas and scales, racking up numerous awards including recent back-to-back Award of Excellence honors from Canadian Architect , and an Arthur Erickso

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FUDO architects tops yamanone no ie house in japan with origami-like metal roof

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the charred wood home is designed around an open air courtyard. The post FUDO architects tops yamanone no ie house in japan with origami-like metal roof appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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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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Largest offshore wind farm on the West Coast proposed

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A company is proposing to build what could be the West Coast’s biggest floating offshore wind farm, suggesting the expansion of a technology that has yet to find footing in the U.S. [.] The proposal mirrors an earlier request made by Trident Winds in California several years ago, which jump-started a broader competition among deep-pocketed developers for the rights to generate offshore wind power there.

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Archinect's latest featured employers include Behnisch Architekten, Adrian Smith + Gordon Gill Architecture, Henriquez Partners Architects, Rafael de Cárdenas, and Pink Sparrow

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For this week's highlight of featured employers , we have selected five architecture and design firms with current job openings in New York City/Brooklyn , Los Angeles , Chicago , and Vancouver. For even more opportunities, visit the Archinect job board and browse our active community of architecture students and professionals , firms , and schools.

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This Tiny Taipei Apartment Feels Like It’s Floating in the Clouds

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2Books Design turned a dark two-level residence into an airy home and workspace for a couple and their two cats. The homeowners of this 393-square-foot apartment in Taipei City bought it sight unseen. Instead, they relied on a "geomancer" (a feng shui master), who advised them that the location in and of itself would be "good for their future development.

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UNESCO's restoration of Iraq's historic Al-Nouri mosque site has been placed on hold

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The UNESCO -led effort to restore the historic Al-Nouri Mosque in Mosul has come to a halt this week after recent discoveries and feedback from the community have prompted a change of direction from the cultural agency. The Art Newspaper reports that the restoration was placed on hold after months of highly public criticism leading up to January’s discovery of a 12th-century prayer hall and ritual ablution rooms underneath the mosque’s interior core.

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‘the field of possibilities’ questions the concept of housing through micro-architectures

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the result sees a combination of objects, architecture, and clothing to live in exploring alternative lifestyles. The post ‘the field of possibilities’ questions the concept of housing through micro-architectures appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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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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Exterior finishes of Gehry's Warner Bros. Second Century expansion nearly complete

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Just north of the SR-134 Freeway in Burbank, vertical construction is all but finished for the Warner Bros. Second Century expansion, and exterior finishes are climbing the hulking concrete buildings. In August of last year, it was reported that the concrete frames of the Frank Gehry -designed project had risen. Now, as seen through new photos, the exterior finishes of the Warner Bros.

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Levi's hosts free denim upcycling workshops in London

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Promotion: Levi's has put together a series of workshops intended to teach the public how to weave baskets from denim scraps and make wax crayons using repurposed indigo ink extracted from the brand's old jeans. The workshops accompany an upcoming exhibition of materials and objects made from upcycled denim that will be on show at Levi's London concept store, Levi's Haus, from 20 April to 5 May.

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UT Knoxville School of Architecture names Carl Lostritto as its new Director

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The College of Architecture and Design at the University of Tennessee - Knoxville has appointed RISD Associate Professor Carl Lostritto as its new Director. Lostritto joins UT after ten years in Providence, where he has taught in both the B.Arch and M.Arch professional programs, in addition to serving as the graduate program director since 2017. Lostritto, who previously held positions at the University of Maryland , Catholic University of America , Boston Architectural College , and MIT , joins

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Six artists and designers debut monumental installations at Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival 2022

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Colossal, plant-filled canine silhouettes. A fierce, towering protector with horns affixed to her head and a child secured to her back. A colorful assemblage of kaleidoscopic, skybridge-linked towers rising high [.]. Read More. The post Six artists and designers debut monumental installations at Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival 2022 appeared first on The Architect’s Newspaper.

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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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Northwest Harvest by Allied8

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Allied8's client avoids using the term “food bank,” and would love it if everyone else did, too. Instead, they simply call this project a market–a place where anyone can take home nutritious food at no cost. The client took a hard look at their guiding metrics (visits, pounds of food) and asked if these metrics tell the story they wanted to tell–they decided to deemphasize numbers and focus on the experience shoppers have with the new store, transforming from a food distr

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Foster + Partners designs "largest all-electric tower" for JPMorgan Chase in Manhattan

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Foster + Partners has released plans for the new global headquarters for JPMorgan Chase in Manhattan , which the architecture firm claims will be New York's largest all-electric tower. The skyscraper for the finance company at 270 Park Avenue will be "New York City's largest all-electric tower with net-zero operational emissions", according to Foster + Partners.

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Between black and white, Freedom in light and shadow: The interior design of VIEWSHINE Headquarters by line+

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After 4 years, line+ completed the headquarters building for VIEWSHINE, a listed company developing from traditional instruments to intelligence. With integrated design, line+ has created a brand-new office space accommodated the ever-evolving working scenarios and needs in the future, reflecting a unique corporate image in the historic city center.

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Golden Barnyard: Cockaigne of Everyman by Wutopia Lab | Trade fair & exhibition buildings

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<b>"The Past is never dead, it's not even past." — <Faithful Place> Tana French</b> Wutopia Lab has transformed the abandoned barnyard in the Dongtanyuan outpost of Bright Food (Group) into the Cockaigne of Everyman. The heat was scorching, standing on the crumbling base, the rickety barn, equipment storage, and office and the patchy flooring.

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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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Brooks + Scarpa creates all-white Magnolia Hill Apartments in Los Angeles

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White siding and a curvy aluminium screen make up the exterior of a residential building in Los Angeles designed by American firm Brooks + Scarpa. Located on the edge of the city's Valley Village neighbourhood, the Magnolia Hill Apartments building occupies a corner site that formerly held a gas station. Brooks + Scarpa designed a functional urban apartment building in LA.

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this futuristic exhibition hall celebrates urban renewal in historic chinese city

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Coated almost entirely in white, the structure reveals two 'floating' space capsules built around an old locust tree and supported by six slender pillars. . The post this futuristic exhibition hall celebrates urban renewal in historic chinese city appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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ICFF and WantedDesign Manhattan 2022: Building a better future | News | Architonic

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In the early days of the pandemic, MOMA curator Paola Antonelli and London-based design commentator Alice Rawsthorn started an Instagram Live series called Design Emergency. It documented the more phenomenal design solutions emerging from the Covid crisis – those tackling pressing health and societal needs with unprecedented focus, clarity and speed, often in a very local way.

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Seth Rogen's cannabis brand Houseplant unveils collectable lego-like packaging

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Design studios MA-MA and Pràctica have collaborated on the rebranding of Canadian cannabis company Houseplant to create stackable containers that resemble Lego bricks. The redesign of Houseplant 's cannabis product packaging marks the launch of the brand, which was founded by actor Seth Rogen, in the US. Along with the lego-like cannabis containers, MA-MA and Pràctica designed a custom typeface and modernist line illustrations of Houseplant products for the package rebranding.

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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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Five reasons the modern office pod works for you | News | Architonic

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Although fully aware of the benefits of light, open spaces in <a href="[link] design</a>, when I designed my own office pod’s interior last year, I threw popular opinion out of the non-existent <a href="[link] Creating a personal workspace means really knowing oneself, what makes you comfortable and perform at your best, and the dark, enclosed, cave-like environment is what works for me.

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jaguar I-pace drive: scottish grand tour of design, art and whisky

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An electrified journey reflecting Jaguar’s ongoing mission to balance tradition with contemporary. The post jaguar I-pace drive: scottish grand tour of design, art and whisky appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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SO–IL, Johnston Marklee among American Academy of Arts and Letters 2022 Architecture Award winners

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Celebrated Catalan architect Carme Pinós; multihyphenate artist, architect, educator, and writer Anthony Titus; and the husband-wife founding principals of three architecture studios—Sharon Johnston and Mark Lee of Johnston Marklee, Florian [.]. Read More. The post SO–IL, Johnston Marklee among American Academy of Arts and Letters 2022 Architecture Award winners appeared first on The Architect’s Newspaper.

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Celebrating the Gaggenau Kitchen of the Year Awards in style

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A select group of designers and industry friends came together in Gaggenau’s own beautiful showroom at the end of March to celebrate a successful launch of the Kitchen of the Year Awards. With hospitality and fine dining at the heart of the Gaggenau brand, the night was centred around elegant food and drinks. Guests were treated to champagne and sumptuous canapés while mingling together within the Carr-designed interior.

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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!