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DECEMBER 16, 2021

Pantone ’s much-heralded Color of the Year has been announced, with “Very Peri” taking the top billing as pastels continue to dominate the annual list. The lilac-esque shade of blue is supposedly embiotic of the shifts in cultural attitudes and individual expression as we move towards a more progressive and open-minded society. Pantone identified the color as “Displaying a carefree confidence and a daring curiosity that animates our creative spirit,” adding that the

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DECEMBER 16, 2021

natural forms and the curves of baroque architecture inspired mario cucinella architects' design of this organic-shaped church. The post mario cucinella completes monolithic white concrete church in southern italy appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Archinect

DECEMBER 16, 2021

WilkinsonEyre co-founder and leading British architect Chris Wilkinson has passed away at age 76 according to a statement released by the firm. Wilkinson’s firm became the first practice to win the RIBA Stirling Prize in two consecutive years, with their Magna Centre in 2001 and the Gateshead Millennium Bridge in 2002. Magna Centre by WilkinsonEyre Wilkinson founded Chris Wilkinson Architects in 1983 having previously worked with leading architects Norman Foster, Richard Rogers, and Michae

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DECEMBER 16, 2021

michaela stark’s star naked exhibition at 3537 showcases new couture pieces together with a selection of photographs by sølve sundsbø. The post michaela stark’s lingerie pieces sculpt and disfigure the body appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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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?

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DECEMBER 16, 2021

Firms are preparing for the new year and many are looking for candidates to join their team in 2022. For this week's curated job post we highlight urban design and planning positions currently listed on the Archinect Job Board. If you're preparing for an upcoming job interview or refreshing your resume and CV be sure to check out the Archinect Tips section for helpful news articles and resources to get you ready for the professional practice.

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Archinect

DECEMBER 16, 2021

One of the flashiest openings in the art world this fall came not in the form of a suite of salable oil paintings or an of-the-moment sculptural showcase but rather from a one-time dry goods storage space which has been converted into the new home of New York’s Company Gallery by an upstart duo called BoND. The duo is formed by Noam Dvir and Daniel Rauchwerger, partners in business and in life, who say their design was inspired by several different elements of the history of the city&rsquo

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DECEMBER 16, 2021

the duo —the graduate roosevelt island hotel and verizon executive education center— is independently operated but physically connected through a planted courtyard. The post snøhetta finalizes a pair of buildings at new york city’s cornell tech campus appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Archinect

DECEMBER 16, 2021

Situated in an old district in Haikou, China, Banyue Beauty Salon departs from the concept of a soft and intimate parlor where the customers can interact and socialize. To resonate with the theme of its name, which means half-moon in Chinese, elements of circle, semicircle, and arch, are consistently deployed in the limited space to soften right edges, which strengthens one's spatial experience in the salon.

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DECEMBER 16, 2021

Studio Andrew Trotter smashed through three floors of a brutalist block in Athens to create 10AM Lofts – an events venue, gallery and showroom. Located in Gazi, inside a 1970s industrial building, the venue has maintained plenty of the block’s original concrete – which now forms the backdrop to a rentable penthouse as well as expansive, interconnected events spaces.

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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

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Archinect

DECEMBER 16, 2021

Pavilions and exhibitions showcased at the 2021 Architecture Venice Biennale have grabbed news headlines for a good portion of the year. As the architecture and design world interrogates the works of numerous architects, curators, and professional design teams through the lens of the latest theme, How Will We Live Together , attention must also be paid to the participation of architecture students and faculty.

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DECEMBER 16, 2021

Crystal Williams, an educator, advocate, and award-winning poet and essayist, has been named the 18th President of the Rhode Island School of Design effective April 1, 2022. Williams, a graduate [.]. Read More. The post Crystal Williams named 18th president of the Rhode Island School of Design appeared first on The Architect’s Newspaper.

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Archinect

DECEMBER 16, 2021

CULTIVATED IMAGINARIES is the culminating exhibition of Harry der Boghosian Fellow Liang Wang’s year-long research project devoted to the study of the superblock. The results of Wang’s studio and other courses taught over this last year are catalogued and published in two large volumes which are part of the exhibition. They feature 41 superblock projects redrawn from initial research produced in the seminars and studios, which delineate the existing discourse of the superblock.

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designboom

DECEMBER 16, 2021

from offering a pyramid of champagne glasses to delivering your amazon packages, the 'mobile eccentric droid' is here to serve. The post the hyundai MobED is a four-wheeled droid that can carry virtually anything 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.

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Archinect

DECEMBER 16, 2021

An exciting new development is coming to one of the Nordic region’s most up-and-coming small cities as Studio Daniel Libeskind gets set to drop the puck tomorrow on a new ice hockey arena in Tampere, Finland. Located along the intersection of a downtown railway axis, the mixed-use development also features hotel accommodations along with five residential towers meant to activate a downtown core that the firm characterizes as “the epitome of a thriving European City.

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designboom

DECEMBER 16, 2021

mount fuji can be viewed from a perfect angle on this shopping street in fujiyoshida city. The post spicy architects + OFDA reactivate mount fuji city with a new café appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Archinect

DECEMBER 16, 2021

When we began the search for RISD’s 18th president, we sought candidates with not just the experience, education and wisdom that the job requires, but also receptivity, an aesthetic sensibility, the skill to communicate in a community that trades in images and materials, and something even more intangible: a deep, abiding empathy that can bind us all together Williams has held similar positions at Williams College, Bates, and as the first-ever Dean for Institutional Diversity at Reed Colle

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designboom

DECEMBER 16, 2021

expected to complete 2023, the complex will stand as an homage to russian constructivism. The post coop himmelb(l)au begins construction on its constructivist arena in st. petersburg appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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DECEMBER 16, 2021

The winners of Construction Canada’s 3rd annual Emerging Leader Awards were announced at the Buildings Show at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre on December 1, 2021. The awards, presented by Engineered Assemblies, honour members of the architectural, engineering, and construction (AEC) community who demonstrate excellence, impress and inspire their co-workers, and are well on their way to becoming the next leaders in the profession.

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Architonic

DECEMBER 16, 2021

The Xinxiang Cultural Tourism Center is the architectural icon of the new tourism district, which will be dedicated to winter sports, including the presence of the future indoor ski slope. The ambition of the project is to create a strong urban indicator that unites the whole district. The project does not look like a classic building. It is a sculpture out of scale, a pure and monumental volume. <b>Simplicity / Complexity. </b> There are nine ice cubes superposed and offset from

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Archinect

DECEMBER 16, 2021

The Mori Arts Center is a museum that occupies the top two floors of a 53-story office tower designed by Kohn Pedersen Fox. The project includes100,000 SF, encompassing a five-story Atrium Lobby, Art Museum, and Tokyo City View, an observation deck and promenade with panoramic views of the city. The Museum provides 32,000 square feet of exhibition space, as well as a museum shop, restaurant-cafe, administrative offices and art handling spaces.

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Dwell

DECEMBER 16, 2021

Behind a modest brick exterior in Kensington, an expansive contemporary home built half underground is full of light, color, and kinetic design. Homes that architects design for themselves have always fallen into a subgenre. From Frank Gehry’s deconstructed 1920s bungalow in Santa Monica, California, to London’s Sir John Soane Museum, they are indulgent, reflecting penchants for wild experimentation and strange curiosities.

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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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Archinect

DECEMBER 16, 2021

CULTIVATED IMAGINARIES is the culminating exhibition of Harry der Boghosian Fellow Liang Wang’s year-long research project devoted to the study of the superblock. The results of Wang’s studio and other courses taught over this last year are catalogued and published in two large volumes which are part of the exhibition. They feature 41 superblock projects redrawn from initial research produced in the seminars and studios, which delineate the existing discourse of the superblock.

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designboom

DECEMBER 16, 2021

tuned in christmas spirit, BVG (berlin's public transit company) now sells edible hemp tickets for stressed commuters. The post edible hemp transportation tickets for a stress-free commute in berlin appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Archinect

DECEMBER 16, 2021

How can the design of a school foster the social independence that is developmentally appropriate for middle school students, ensuring that they are inspired to take initiative for their own learning and to think beyond themselves as they mature into global citizens? The French American International School (FAIS) began thinking about these issues in planning for the replacement of their 20-year-old modular classrooms with permanent structures.

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Dwell

DECEMBER 16, 2021

To renovate the suburban California residence, interior designer Cathie Hong introduced a color palette that evokes the family’s tropical heritage. The couple who bought this house in 2020 had been looking for a fixer-upper. "They have a keen sense of style," says interior designer Cathie Hong, knowing that they would put their stamp on whatever they bought.

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