Archinect
JANUARY 21, 2022
Dewan Architects + Engineers have unveiled Babel 4.0, a project which the firm with headquarters in the UAE describes as “the first architecturally-inspired NFT from the Middle East.” A reinterpretation of the mythical Tower of Babel , the project speculates on the role of architects and designers in shaping futuristic metaverse landscapes.
Deezen
JANUARY 21, 2022
The clean geometry of Dieter Rams ' industrial designs informed Winter House, a virtual residence by digital artist Andrés Reisinger and architect Alba de la Fuente that exists in a pink-hued winter world. Designed as a hideaway in a snowy forest, the two-storey house is characterised by floor-to-ceiling glass windows and rectilinear volumes. Winter House is a virtual residence.
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Archinect
JANUARY 21, 2022
The Softwood Lumber Board and the Association of Collegiate Schools of Architecture (ACSA) have announced the winners of the 2022 Timber Education Prize. The selected courses will be taught in architecture schools across North America in the coming years and provide an excellent insight into the future of design education. With mass timber's popularity increasing over the years, it has become a difficult building material to obtain as of late.
designboom
JANUARY 21, 2022
the final composition takes shape as a light wooden structure that plays with transparency and light. The post this wooden dwelling in japan filters light through its translucent façade 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?
Archinect
JANUARY 21, 2022
The Irwin S. Chanin School of Architecture at the Cooper Union has announced its search for a new leader after current dean Nader Tehrani , who was appointed in 2015 , revealed his surprising departure from the position. Tehrani's tenure followed the resignation of former dean Anthony Vidler in 2013 and Elizabeth O'Donnell serving as acting dean during this interim phase.
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Archinect
JANUARY 21, 2022
In March 2020, Los Angeles’ public-transit agency, Metro, stopped collecting fares on its buses as a COVID-19 safety precaution. For the next 22 months, Metro waived fares for anyone who wanted to keep riding its buses, anywhere they wanted to go (as long as they wore a mask, of course). And people did keep riding. A spokesperson from the agency estimates that from April 2020 to December 2021 there were approximately 281 million fare-free rides, reaching about 80 percent of pre-pandemic ri
designboom
JANUARY 21, 2022
the late artistic director's final menswear collection for louis vuitton was presented amid a surreal landscape of spatial elements. The post virgil abloh’s last louis vuitton show was staged within a wondrous sky blue ‘dreamhouse’ appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.
Archinect
JANUARY 21, 2022
"Candela believed the campus buildings and the spaces between them were equally important. He described the campus master plans as “a small city of interconnected geometric masses and urban plazas,” and composed the buildings around structural systems of towering columns and cantilevers, connected by covered walkways." Cuban American architect Hilario Candela passed away this week at the age of 87 due to complications with Covid-19.
designboom
JANUARY 21, 2022
the zigzag building faces different directions, lending seaside views which cinematically unfold as the visitor walks along. The post trace architecture office’s zigzag building frames unfolding views of the seaside appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.
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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
JANUARY 21, 2022
Minecraft lovers may soon be able to wander around a virtual Albany. A voluntary group of builders associated with Build the Earth Northeast USA is building the city and other parts of the Capital Region into the game. The organization is made up of thousands of volunteer gamers who have produced successful virtual versions of other cities distributed across regional networks.
designboom
JANUARY 21, 2022
through long-range mobile communications, the drone operates remotely providing seamless transitions through land, sea, and air. The post world’s first sea-air integrated drone redefines offshore and marine operations appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.
Archinect
JANUARY 21, 2022
Canadian commercial real estate company Cadillac Fairview (CF) has announced a $77 million revitalization of the CF Toronto Eaton Centre. The project will see a $60 million refurbishment of its iconic galleria skylight roof. According to CF’s announcement: “The existing glass will be replaced with the latest materials and technologies to improve energy efficiency while maintaining its classic design aesthetic.
designboom
JANUARY 21, 2022
geometrical patterns, zebra waves, or organic shapes live up your vehicle transforming it into an outstanding art piece. The post tired of getting tattoos on your body? get some on your car 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
JANUARY 21, 2022
The Shenzhen Yinhu Future School is located in Sanjiu District, Yinhu Lake, in the Luohu district of Shenzhen, with a total land area of 14,000 square meters. On the east side of the site lies the completed residential district of Silver Lake Lanshan by China Resources, while the southwest side is used by the armed police. The east and north sides are enclosed by natural mountains.
Dwell
JANUARY 21, 2022
Moliving’s luxe cabins will complete Hurley House, a lakeside retreat set to open this summer in upstate New York. In a bid to capture the attention of city dwellers looking for a quick country escape, Hurley House, which will supplant the now-defunct Twin Lakes Resort in the Hudson Valley, is installing a series of Scandi-inspired prefabs meant to give guests the feel of a private retreat.
Archinect
JANUARY 21, 2022
Finland’s capital is one step closer to announcing the designer of its next great urban development project. The City of Helsinki has revealed nine shortlisted candidates for the redevelopment of Makasiiniranta in the city’s South Harbor. Proposals from groups led by Foster+Partners , White Arkitekter , and seven others made up the list of local and international firms vying to transform the last undeveloped area of the old harbor district.
Deezen
JANUARY 21, 2022
Following our interview with the set designer behind the house featured in The Girl Before , Dezeen takes a look at films and TV series in which residential architecture plays a starring role. Photo is by CJ ENM Corporation, Barunson E&A. Parasite. The multi-award-winning movie Parasite takes place in the modernist home of a wealthy family in South Korea.
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The Spaces
JANUARY 21, 2022
Reopened after a four-year refurb, Rosewood Le Guanahani resort brings bright colour to the shores of a private peninsula on the island of St Barth. The hotel is located on 18 private acres on the tropical island, with guest rooms located inside wooden beach cottages, dotted along the shorefront of the peninsula. David M Schwarz Architects and Luis Pons Design Lab were tapped to overhaul the hotel – which shuttered its doors in 2017 after a successful 30-year run on the island – and they’ve mixe
The Architect's Newsletter
JANUARY 21, 2022
Lee Plaza, a National Register of Historic Places-listed art deco landmark in northwest Detroit, will be resuscitated courtesy of $7 million in federal COVID relief funds after sitting vacant for [.]. Read More. The post Detroit puts $7 million in pandemic relief funds towards reviving iconic Lee Plaza appeared first on The Architect’s Newspaper.
Deezen
JANUARY 21, 2022
Sportswear brand Adidas has collaborated with London's public transport network Transport for London to launch a football kit for English club Arsenal that uses a pattern found on Underground train seats. The kit uses the same pattern of circles and stripes, which incorporates stylised versions of several London landmarks, that can be seen on the seats of the Piccadilly line.
designboom
JANUARY 21, 2022
dubbed 'fortune machine of neaten cards', the piece adopts a T-shaped form made of solid black walnut and decorated with black ash wood and metal. The post ziihome’s latest furniture piece reinterprets traditional chinese mahjong game 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
JANUARY 21, 2022
This week on Dezeen , Rutgers professor Jason Barr proposed extending Manhattan to add homes for 250,000 people to the city of New York. Barr's scheme, which would be named New Mannahatta in reference to the indigenous name for the island, would see 1,760 acres of reclaimed land added to the tip of Manhattan. The land would be covered with 180,000 new homes and surrounded with wetlands and marshlands to absorb storm surges.
The Architect's Newsletter
JANUARY 21, 2022
Brought to you by: Featuring a ‘breathable’ facade, Skidmore, Owings & Merrill’s (SOM) Shenzhen Rural Commercial Bank headquarters achieves energy efficiency while allowing occupants to modify the building’s ventilation in [.]. Read More. The post The breathable facade of the Shenzhen Rural Commercial Bank’s new headquarters connects occupants with the climate appeared first on The Architect’s Newspaper.
The Spaces
JANUARY 21, 2022
Hal Levitt designed homes for Hollywood’s biggest names including Dean Martin, Burt Lancaster and Steven Spielberg earning him the nickname, ‘Architect to the Stars’. Now his only La Canada Flintwood building is for sale – and its 1960 aesthetic is intact. The Roscoe Moss estate was built for the family behind the Roscoe Moss water company on a 1-acre woodland plot in La Canada.
Deezen
JANUARY 21, 2022
The earthen tone of this off-grid holiday home in Northern Mexico was selected to match the rock formations of the nearby Cumbres de Majalca National Park, which is known for its dramatic landscapes. OAX Arquitectos completed this remote home as a vacation getaway for a large family. It is located within a national park in Mexico's Chihuahua State, just south of the American border.
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