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The 11 most threatened modern sites across the U.S.

Archinect

In response to the recent surprise demolition of Marcel Breuer’s Geller I house on Long Island, modernist conservation group Docomomo US has released its first-ever list of the 11 most threatened modern sites in the United States. Working on the advice of its chapter members, the group selected 11 sites across the country in danger of seeing the same fate as Breuer’s first post-war residential project beginning with Miami’s Marine Stadium, which is still currently awaiting word

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BXB studio transforms old Polish homestead into modern farmhouse

Avontuura

Each particular barn was finished with different styles of wood texture to reflect the individual character of the historical buildings. The post BXB studio transforms old Polish homestead into modern farmhouse appeared first on Åvontuura.

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Large U.S. architecture firm, EYP, files for bankruptcy, may sell to subsidiary of Bitcoin miner

Archinect

U.S.-based firm EYP Architecture + Engineering has filed for bankruptcy due to pressure from debt obligations. The firm, based in Albany, New York, has 11 offices across the United States and employs 470 staff. The firm has filed for Chapter 11 protection in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the District of Delaware owing $149 million in debts. To address its debt burden, EYP has agreed to a deal to sell itself to Ault Alliance Inc for $68 million.

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Ten houses that showcase Mexico's contemporary architecture

Deezen

From humble brick homes in the city to sprawling hillside villas, our latest roundup features 10 Mexican houses from the Dezeen archive. Mexico , which connects North and South America, boasts an unusually varied geography and a rich cultural history. That diversity is reflected in the country's thriving contemporary architecture scene, which draws on a number of materials and styles.

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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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Architecture Courses and Workshops for Kids and High School Students

Archinect

Are you a parent looking for fun and stimulating summer programs to keep your young ones busy? Are you a high school student excited to explore the world of architecture? With summer just around the corner, there are plenty of architecture-focused initiatives to explore in the coming months. For the 2022 summer season, Archinect has created a special two-part feature highlighting architecture programs for all ages.

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NYC greenlights 30 Rock's new 'Skylift' tourist attraction

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One of the world’s most recognizable addresses is about to get a new look after New York City’s Landmarks Preservation Commission (LPC) granted full approval to a plan that would transform the iconic 30 Rockefeller Plaza into Midtown’s latest tourist destination. The first of the new Top of the Rock attractions proposed by the building’s operator Tishman Speyer is the experiential 69th-floor “Lunch atop a Skyscraper” ride that allows visitors to experience 'a

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“Future Shock” opens at 180 Studios with new immersive works by UVA, Weirdcore and more

The Spaces

Pioneering digital artists transform the concrete spaces of London’s 180 The Strand into immersive environments from this week, with the opening of much anticipated audio vidual show, Future Shock. The bumper-sized show by Fact and 180 Studios brings together 14 international artists and collectives working at the apex of audio-visual technology. From generative and interactive algorithms, AI and 3-D digital mapping to spellbinding laser work, holographic projections and ground-breaking electron

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'A roller coaster with both thrill and heart': Tokyo Disneyland's Space Mountain to undergo major renovation

Archinect

Tokyo Disney Resort has revealed that one of its most iconic rides, Space Mountain, will be closing for a major renovation. The overhaul will commence in 2024, and by 2027, the rebuilt cosmic attraction is promised to offer enhanced performance and immersive special effects. The reported cost of the revamp is expected to be approximately $436 million.

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Rent an Architect’s Hamptons Getaway With a Green Roof and Sunken Patio for $75K This Summer

Dwell

The 6,500-square foot home comprises three wood-and-glass volumes set on varying levels to correspond with the sloping site. Property Details: Location: 248 Town Lane, Amagansett, New York Price: $75,000 for two-week rentals between July 1 and September 5 ( see listing for varying rental terms/prices) Architect: Scott Glass (cofounder of Guerin Glass Architects ) Footprint: 6,500 square feet (six bedrooms, six-and-a-half baths) Lot size: 1.7 acres From the agent: "Stunning modern home set on 1.7

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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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Olson Kundig is expanding to New York City after six decades in Seattle

Archinect

The Big Apple is picking up a West Coast vibe after Olson Kundig ’s announcement that it will be expanding its operation into New York City for the first time. The award-winning firm has been in business since 1966, operating out of a renovated space in Seattle’s old Shoe Factory Building since the project’s completion in 2003. Olson Kundig's new East Coast outpost will be located on the tenth floor of a historic Jazz Age building located in Midtown’s Bryant Park neighbor

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Footage reveals demolition of Nakagin Capsule Tower in Tokyo

Deezen

This exclusive video footage by Dezeen shows the demolition and dismantling of Kisho Kurokawa 's metabolism Nakagin Capsule Tower in Tokyo. The dismantling of the iconic Nakagin Capsule Tower, which was designed by Japanese architect Kisho Kurokawa, comes after the building fell into disrepair. The Nakagin Capsule Tower is being dismantled. Built in 1972 in the Ginza neighbourhood of Tokyo, the Nakagin Capsule Tower is one of few the remaining examples of metabolism architecture – a post-war ar

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Populous announces a new esports arena and NFT collection in its hometown

Archinect

Sports arena mainstay Populous is venturing into new territory after its announcement of a new five-part NFT collection in partnership with their hometown esports franchise aptly named the Kansas City Pioneers. According to the firm, the collection is meant to showcase a prototype future home for fans of the increasingly popular potential future Olympic competition.

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Tadao Ando’s Valley Gallery looks like a crashed spaceship

The Spaces

Built on Japan’s Naoshima art islands , this origami’ building by Tadao Ando is a drastically different take on the gallery experience. It’s Ando’s ninth design for Naoshima, which is located in the Seto Inland Sea and home to museums housing artworks by the likes of land artist James Turrell and Yayoi Kusama , whose giant metal spheres tumble down the concrete steps of the museum’s gallery.

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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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Alquist 3D begins 3D printing 200 homes in rural Virginia

Archinect

3D printed home specialist Alquist 3D has announced plans to build what it calls the largest 3D printed home building project in the world. The initiative is dubbed Project Virginia and will see the development of 200 homes across the state. Alquist will kick off the project with a demonstration near the site of the first two 3D printed homes in Pulaski, Virginia today, Friday, April 29.

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Yinka Ilori gives London studio colourful revamp

Deezen

Designer Yinka Ilori has collaborated with British architect Sam Jacob to give his London studio and office a bright revamp. Ilori worked with Jacob to transform the standard industrial-style unit into a bright and lively flexible workspace. Yinka Ilori collaborated with Sam Jacob to redesign his studio. "We wanted to rethink what an artists' studio is and look at how we could experiment with space to create a flexible and multifunctional environment that could respond to the different needs,

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Annabelle Selldorf goes inside her long-awaited Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego design

Archinect

“People always think we do sensitive historical renovations, but that’s not all we do,” “It matters a great deal because it’s new,” Ms. Selldorf said of the San Diego museum. “It’s my biggest new-built institution. And it stands on its own two feet.” NYT writer Ted Loos went to San Diego for a visit to the just reopened Museum of Contemporary Art with the doyenne of the typology who talked about the renovation’s overarching mission to &

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Important Tips for Buying a House in 2022

Architecture Ideas

Are you looking to buying a house in 2022 but do not know where to begin? In this read, we are going to provide some expert advice for first-time homebuyers or even repeat buyers who haven’t been in the housing market for several years. . Saying the housing market was a hive of activity last year would be an understatement. Due to the stamp duty holiday and the trend for moving to rural and more spacious regions, sparked by the COVID 19 pandemic, property sales skyrocketed resulting in the soari

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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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Inspired by Manhattanhenge, Scalar Architects transforms aging Kips Bay building with a sparkling facade

The Architect's Newsletter

Taking the name of the solar phenomenon ‘Manhattanhenge’, Scalar Architecture’s recently completed facade intervention in Kips Bay brings a dynamic relationship between facade and sunlight to a 20th-century building. The [.]. Read More. The post Inspired by Manhattanhenge, Scalar Architects transforms aging Kips Bay building with a sparkling facade appeared first on The Architect’s Newspaper.

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INC wraps Brooklyn apartments in off-white terracotta tiles

Deezen

INC Architecture & Design has designed the St Marks Place housing block clad with terracotta -clad facades in Brooklyn , New York. Located in the Boerum Hill, a neighbourhood in Brooklyn that has streets lined with mid-rise brownstones, St Marks Place was designed to be modern while referencing the local architectural heritage. The primary entrance is in a smaller "townhouse" volume.

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SANAA-designed Sydney Modern Project at the Art Gallery of New South Wales set for December debut

The Architect's Newsletter

The long-awaited Art Gallery of New South Wales (AGNSW)’s Sydney Modern Project, the largest cultural development to hit the Australian city since the 1973 inauguration of its namesake opera house, [.]. Read More. The post SANAA-designed Sydney Modern Project at the Art Gallery of New South Wales set for December debut appeared first on The Architect’s Newspaper.

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A Hut in the Italian Alps That Braced Against the Elements Now Revels in the Dramatic Landscape

Dwell

Luconi Architetti Associati took a boarded-up utilitarian structure and installed large windows with wood coverings that open to mountain vistas. The owners of this hut, busy city-dwellers from London, were looking for somewhere to spend weekends immersed in nature. This property was easily accessible by car in summer, and by snowmobile in winter, making it a perfect escape.

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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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Is Frank Gehry Counterculture?

Architizer

Have your say in which architects will take home Architizer's prestigious A+Awards: Public Voting opens this spring. Interested in next year's program? Subscribe to our newsletter for updates. . Épater les bourgeoisie! This was the rallying cry of the French Decadent poets of the late 19th century. In English, it translates to “Shock the bourgeoisie!

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Top of the Rock “skylift” attraction gets green light from Landmarks Preservation Commission

The Architect's Newsletter

As initially reported earlier this week by 6sqft following an April 26 public meeting of the New York City Landmarks Preservation Commission (LPC), a series of thrilling—or horrific, depending on [.]. Read More. The post Top of the Rock “skylift” attraction gets green light from Landmarks Preservation Commission appeared first on The Architect’s Newspaper.

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A whimsical Georgian townhouse rises over central Margate

The Spaces

Previous owners have peeled back 20th-century additions of this Grade II-listed Margate townhouse, made during its former life as a convalescence home and private residence. Gordon House, as the property is known, i s listed with Auctoot for £1.295m and dates from the Georgian period. Much of the 4,903 sq ft building’s original architectural features – including wood floors, tilework, skirting boards, picture rails, and Victorian marble fireplace surrounds – have been gently restored and g

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This week we revealed the 11 most under-threat modern buildings in America

Deezen

This week on Dezeen, US conservation group Docomomo rounded up 11 American buildings from the 20th century that are under threat of demolition. As many modernist, postmodernist and brutalist buildings are being raised to be replaced by new structures, twentieth-century architecture is increasingly under threat in the US. "It is a critical moment for modern architectural sites in the US," explained Docomomo US executive director Liz Waytkus.

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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!