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This double-curved roof house by Mecanoo is covered in slick multicolored tiles

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Mecanoo has designed a distinctive residence with a striking double-curved roof and ceramic tile-covered façade in Schoorl, a village in northern Holland. Image: Ossip van Duivenbode, courtesy Mecanoo. Image: Ossip van Duivenbode, courtesy Mecanoo. Called Villa BW, it spans three floors, with an additional level within the hood of the roof. The roof comes together through two overlapping shapes: a gable roof and a horizontal roofline.

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Santo Shop / UID Architects

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© TOREAL. architects: UID Architects Location: San-yo Shinkansen, Fukuyama, Hiroshima, Japan Project Year: 2022 Photographs: TOREAL Area: 202.0 m2. Read more ».

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Inside Snøhetta and WERK’s ‘lantern’ maritime center in Esbjerg, Denmark

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Snøhetta and WERK Arkitekter have completed a new maritime center in Esbjerg, Denmark. The circular timber center, dubbed “The Lantern,” houses multiple watersport clubs, boat storage, training facilities, a large workshop, and social functions, and is described by its designers as “a new landmark lighting up the Danish west coast.

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Esbjerg’s new maritime center opens to the public: a new landmark lighting up the Danish west coast

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The center is created as a shared space for watersport clubs and visitors along the port, providing the town with a social maritime hub. The post Esbjerg’s new maritime center opens to the public: a new landmark lighting up the Danish west coast appeared first on Åvontuura.

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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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8 winning designs take top prize in 2023 Winter Stations competition

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The winning entries for Toronto’s annual Winter Stations competition have been announced. Eight standout designs were selected for the competition’s 2023 edition. Since the competition's launch in 2014, it has welcomed colorful designs from a total of 90 different countries fostering tourism to the city’s otherwise out-of-use beaches.

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Frances Anderton says LA must end the stigma of apartment dwelling to survive

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Anderton’s book provides further powerful evidence that density is not something to be scared of, but is fertile ground for architectural invention, creating more neighbourly, walkable communities, and ultimately making Los Angeles a more livable city for all. The Guardian ’s Oliver Wainwright joined Common Ground: Multifamily Housing in Los Angeles author Frances Anderton for a walking tour of select historic apartment buildings that included Richard Neutra’s 1937 Strathmore A

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sleek vertical turntable brings bold colors & vintage mood to any room

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dubbed 'VS-01', the sleek, compact, and almost floating design promises a minimal, retro look. The post sleek vertical turntable brings bold colors & vintage mood to any room appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Coachella announces 2023 art installations from Do LaB and Güvenç Özel

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The art and design lineup for this year’s Coachella festival has been announced ahead of the two-week event, which takes place in the modernism-rich Southern California hotspot from April 13th to the 23rd. This year’s festival will include installations from Maggie West, Kumkum Fernando, Robert Bose, Don Kennell, Raices Cultura, UCLA IDEAS Studio instructor Güvenç Özel (whom our own Katherine Guimapang sat down with for a 2021 interview ), conceptual environmentalist

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studiokontodimas unveils cluster of perforated volumes for quiet cliffside villa in greece  

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perforated screens filter dynamic patterns of mediterranean sunlight and bring in views of the idyllic natural landscape. The post studiokontodimas unveils cluster of perforated volumes for quiet cliffside villa in greece 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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Tired of architectural practice? Architecture schools are hiring! Explore opportunities on Archinect Jobs

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As we start the new year, architecture schools still look for experienced professors, coordinators, fabrication managers, and other design faculty. For our latest curated jobs highlight, we feature seven architecture schools that have recently posted job opportunities on the Archinect Job Board. Be sure to check out our November 2022 academic job round-up , where we feature architecture schools with 20+ opportunities not already mentioned below.

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curved glass-enclosed staircase peeps out of tokyo house that ‘dances in the city’

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the narrow house by ashida architects, which would otherwise isolate itself from the city, acquires an extroverted character thanks to the protruding staircase. The post curved glass-enclosed staircase peeps out of tokyo house that ‘dances in the city’ appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Villa Messenia by block722

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Blending the elegance of a chic urban retreat with the all-natural feel and openness of an idyllic getaway, this residence in Messenia, Greece was designed for a client and their extended family as a vacation home. Block722 worked with an existing building shell, masterminding the entire interior concept, including surfaces and treatments, furniture, fittings, and bespoke elements.

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thanks to a ‘crabwalk’ system, this hyundai IONIQ 5 can move sideways and rotate 180°

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the four-wheel module is expected to launch in 2025, according to hyundai mobis. The post thanks to a ‘crabwalk’ system, this hyundai IONIQ 5 can move sideways and rotate 180° appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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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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Acclaimed visual artist Sanford Biggers offers the opportunity to join his studio of social and political interplays

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Following last week’s look at an opening for an Architect at the NYC Department of Citywide Administrative Services , we are using this week’s edition of our Job Highlights series to explore an open position on Archinect Jobs for a Shop Manager at Studio Sanford Biggers. The role, based in Biggers’ New York City studio, calls for an individual prepared to be responsible for “organizing and executing in-house production” of the studio’s artistic projects.

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abstract tree installation sprouts from the floor to display premium leather goods

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the plant-like centerpiece by spacemen is encircled by a composition of custom furniture made of precious stones and marble. The post abstract tree installation sprouts from the floor to display premium leather goods appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Marvin Gaye Recreation Center by ISTUDIO Architects

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This Building Breathes. Named for its neighborhood native son, the Marvin Gaye Recreation Center is the city’s first center with integrated natural ventilation. Fresh air and daylighting are just some of the biophilic design features that make this a LEED Gold facility and a resilient hub in Northeast Washington DC. You feel it as soon as you enter the front door—this building breathes.

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Undecorated creates The Caterpillar apartment building in Detroit

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Architectural studio Undecorated has designed an elongated, metal Quonset hut punctuated with dormer windows and filled with loft-style units for an evolving neighbourhood in Detroit. The Caterpillar is located in Core City, an up-and-coming area that lies a few miles beyond the city's downtown zone. Set within an "urban woodland" with over 150 newly planted trees, The Caterpillar was designed by Undecorated , a local studio led by Ishtiaq Rafiuddin, who worked with executive architect Studio De

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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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Van Ness Elementary School by ISTUDIO Architects

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Green School with Rooftop Outdoor Classroom and Curriculum Garden.

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London restaurant Ikoyi softens the brutalist surrounds of 180 The Strand

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David Thulstrup designed the interiors of this West African restaurant on London’s The Strand, using leather, copper and wood as a foil for the brutalist building it inhabits. Although muted in tone, Ikoyi brings a definite warmth and sense of welcome to 180 The Strand – a concrete and glass building designed by Sir Frederick Gibberd and located in London’s West End.

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Memorial to Enslaved Laborers at UVA by Höweler + Yoon

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The Memorial to Enslaved Laborers (MEL) at the University of Virginia honors the lives, labor, and perseverance of the approximately 4,000 enslaved men, women and children who built and sustained the daily life of faculty and students at the University. MEL consists of concentric granite rings, into which nest a circular meeting ground, a water table featuring a timeline honoring the enslaved, a sweeping concave wall of memory marks and names of the enslaved community, and a textured convex ston

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this modular prefab house echoes the rhythms of the scottish landscape

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the outer hebrides modular house merges with its environment modestly and humbly, revealing an individually crafted home. The post this modular prefab house echoes the rhythms of the scottish landscape appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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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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Precast concrete projects take top prize at annual 2023 PCI Design Awards

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The Precast/Prestressed Concrete Institute has announced 25 winners and 8 Honorable Mention projects as part of this year’s PCI Design Awards , now in its 60th year. Projects from around the country, the UK, and Canada were selected by a panel of engineers, architects, and precast concrete producers in three categories. According to the institute, “The buildings and transportation categories are judged on aesthetic, structural, and use versatility; site, energy and operational effici

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Alter Interiors designs cabinet that "gives cannabis its proper place"

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A pull-out rolling tray and a bong shelf were built into San Francisco studio Alter Interiors' High Bar, a cabinet that celebrates the ritual of using marijuana. Alter Interiors founders Jenny Magdol and Steffie Oehm designed High Bar to have the convenience of a traditional household bar cabinet with added functionalities specific to cannabis smokers.

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Neighborhood Design Studio by Studio MELEE

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Just one block off the main street in the Historic Valley Junction neighborhood of West Des Moines sat a non-descript 2-story building that had undergone 80 years of small-scale adaptations; first serving as a place of worship, followed by various uses including, manufacturing, automotive, office, and retail. Serving as developer, architect and contractor, the owner completed a major transformation into a flexible, professional design studio space serving as catalyst for neighborhood revitalizat

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"Both sides in the style wars are equally wrong"

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Incessant squabbling between advocates of classical and modernist architecture is an unhelpful distraction in the face of the climate emergency , which requires us to escape both, writes Barnabas Calder. Last week the century-old squabble between modernism and historicism raised its tired old head once again after a UK government minister backed a report advocating a more "tradition"-friendly new architecture school.

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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!