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Los Angeles was a constant source of inspiration for Richard Rogers

Archinect

Rogers never designed any buildings in California. (The closest he came was the competition for the Transbay Transit Center in San Francisco, where his firm’s concept ultimately lost out to a proposal by César Pelli.) But California remained an influence and Los Angeles remained top of mind — though frequently as an example of what not to do.

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Seasons Greetings from ÅVONTUURA!

Avontuura

As 2021 draws to an end, we at ÅVONTUURA would like to wish you a very happy holidays and season's greetings. The post Seasons Greetings from ÅVONTUURA! appeared first on Åvontuura.

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Canada wants to make federally-owned heritage buildings more accessible

Archinect

Inclusive design consultancy Human Space has been commissioned by the Canadian government with the aim of making the country’s federally-owned heritage buildings more accessible. The two-and-a-half-year project will seek to improve accessibility for users with disabilities without compromising the buildings’ heritage value. The project will begin with an environmental scan of federally-owned heritage buildings as well as an outreach program to establish dialog with disability groups,

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sancho-madridejos builds origami-like chapel on mountainous landscape of central spain

designboom

the final project takes shape as an origami-like artwork: an angular concrete structure with its front façade rising up as a bent pyramid. . The post sancho-madridejos builds origami-like chapel on mountainous landscape of central spain 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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Influential New York architect Stephen B. Jacobs has passed away at 82

Archinect

Sad news this holiday as Real Estate Weekly is reporting that industry icon Stephen B. Jacobs has passed away last week at the age of 82. Jacobs was a Holocaust survivor who went on to become one of New York’s most influential architects. Born in Lodz in June of 1939, Jacobs was interned at Buchenwald and credited an underground resistance group with his survival.

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15 selected administrative job opportunities at architecture and design firms

Archinect

Successful architecture and design firms strive to operate like well-oiled machines with a range of specialized professionals employed under various job titles to work together as a team like finely-tuned gears. While the design and operational departments often receive much of the attention as a studio's calling card, no thriving practice could maintain lasting profitability without a skilled administrative back-end.

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kengo kito fills sou fujimoto-designed shiroiya hotel with 2,500 illuminated festive hula hoops

designboom

the art illumination of 2,500 popping hula hoops overflows the hotel to decorate a 4m tall christmas tree outside too. The post kengo kito fills sou fujimoto-designed shiroiya hotel with 2,500 illuminated festive hula hoops appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Controversies abounded in 2021 as architecture slowly moved out of the shadow of COVID-19

Archinect

What would the news be without controversy? You could say it’s way too much of a focus in the overall media landscape , and our small corner of the business certainly is not immune to its pull either. Coming out of the pandemic-dominated 2020 has provided us with quite a bit of contentious architectural items to report on. Here are the most controversial stories from our pages as we look back on the year that was.

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experience weightlessness with this hammock-like ‘lul’ chair by yurii cegla

designboom

drawing influence from NASA designers, the 'lul' is an ergonomic portable chair formed to utilize the dynamic zero gravity position. . The post experience weightlessness with this hammock-like ‘lul’ chair by yurii cegla 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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Morris Adjmi evokes Brooklyn’s industrial history at Front & York

The Architect's Newsletter

Architect Morris Adjmi Architects Location Brooklyn, New York Completion Date 2021 Facade Consultant Gilsanz Murray Steficek Construction Manager New Line Structures Curtain Wall Competition Architectural Metals Masonry Construction and GFRC [.]. Read More. The post Morris Adjmi evokes Brooklyn’s industrial history at Front & York appeared first on The Architect’s Newspaper.

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hello wood elevates wauhaus cabin on legs of different lengths in hungary

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the tiny, playful construction nods to the treehouse typology in a contemporary manner. . The post hello wood elevates wauhaus cabin on legs of different lengths in hungary appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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SPONTANEITY RULES “WOO HOO!”

Shades of Grey

In case you didn’t get it, the title is inspired by “Dyslexia Rules KO” Another way of putting it might be “In Praise of Spontaneity” but that doesn’t feel quite so fresh. Form and Content need to mesh, after all. I remember early on in my Revit adventure (substitute any software tool that has become a mainstay of your existence) … early on I read advice from seasoned users telling me to PLAN CAREFULLY before starting to make a family.

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french designer creates ‘greenest green’ ink that consumes less ink than other greens

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'greenest green' can be found among a color chart of 167 eco-friendly hues, which limit the ink consumption used for four-color printing. The post french designer creates ‘greenest green’ ink that consumes less ink than other greens 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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15 Popular Interior Design Trends Of 2022 to Consider

Architecture Lab

As the need to upload everything on social media increases, people are trying to make everything more aesthetically pleasing – including their homes. Home is where you spend most of your time, so naturally, it has to look and feel good. There is no point in having a home that doesn’t match what you truly […].

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TETRO + AV extended unveil hypnotic visual show at lyon lights festival

designboom

projected unto the iconic saint-jean cathedral, the visual show questions the complexity and multiplicity of views through light by turning the cathedral's rosette into the iris of our eye. The post TETRO + AV extended unveil hypnotic visual show at lyon lights festival appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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23 Ways To Display Art In Your New Home

Architecture Lab

Are you worried about how to showcase your favorite piece of art? Collecting art is no doubt a thrilling activity but sometimes displaying it the right way becomes quite a challenge. When showcasing artworks, you have to take note of a few things and one of the most important factors is light. If you are […].

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‘AIRZAG’ is a minimalist bed accessory that helps you air your covers quickly and easily

designboom

the innovation helps users hang their bed covers easily and air them optimally from all four sides. The post ‘AIRZAG’ is a minimalist bed accessory that helps you air your covers quickly and easily appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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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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Fredericton Justice Building, New Brunswick

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Fredericton Justice Building, Montgomery Sisam Architects New Brunswick, Canadian Architecture Images. Fredericton Justice Building in New Brunswick. 24 December 2021. Design: Montgomery Sisam Architect swith Goguen Architecture. Location: Fredericton, New Brunswick, Canada. Fredericton Justice Building. Exterior of the Fredericton Justice Building: The new Fredericton Justice Building demonstrates how civic buildings can be formal and functional – yet contemporary and high design –

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night fever: konstantin grcic designs silent disco experience at club culture exhibition

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night fever: designing club culture is a large-scale examination of the relationship between club culture and design. The post night fever: konstantin grcic designs silent disco experience at club culture exhibition appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Merry Christmas everyone

Brandon Donnelly

Merry Christmas everyone! And for those of you who don’t celebrate, I hope you have a relaxing day with family and friends. We’ll be making pancakes, because that’s one of the things that we like to do on Christmas morning. This time last year I think a lot of us thought that the world would feel far more normal by now. We’re not in total lockdown like we were, but we are also not back to normal.

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‘the bottle project’ is an experimental workspace for the differently abled in pakistan

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the idea was to build an accessible, light, and low-cost structure using sustainable materials. . The post ‘the bottle project’ is an experimental workspace for the differently abled in pakistan 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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Traço Alternativo Arquitectos Associados

ArchiDiaries

(“Text as submitted by architect”). Nuno Campos. Architect graduated from the Faculty of Architecture of the University of Oporto in 1999. Post-graduated in Real Estate Management by the Faculty of Economics of Oporto in 2006. Graduated in Management and Economics of Cities from the Faculty of Economics of the University of Oporto in 2009.

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future of farming? pininfarina design electric straddle tractor for new holland agriculture

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pick up a glass of wine and see the future of vineyard farming. The post future of farming? pininfarina design electric straddle tractor for new holland agriculture appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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House in Baião | Traço Alternativo Arquitectos Associados

ArchiDiaries

Excerpt: House in Baião is an architectural project designed by Traço Alternativo Arquitectos Associados in Portugal. Their ambition was to somehow blend the house (intended to be a vacation house) into the land’s morphology, building it in slopes, taking advantage of the landscape while preserving the memory of the preexisting house. Project Description. (“Text as submitted by architect”).

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Smooth all-white walls form church designed by Mario Cucinella Architects in Mormanno hill town

World Architecture Community

Italian architect, designer and academic Mario Cucinella&#Öü;s firm Mario Cucinella Architects has designed a church made of all-white s #architecture #design #arch. 24.12.

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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!