Archinect

APRIL 26, 2022

As Finland mulls its possible entry into NATO, residents can feel a sense of safety thanks to the decades-old network of more than 54,000 bomb shelters mandated by the country’s Rescue Act , which requires any currently in-use buildings with a floor area of at least 1,200 square meters (12,900 square feet) to include such facilities. A total of 85% of the shelters are operated privately, with most serving more practical peacetime roles as sports centers, shopping malls, and in some cases p

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Avontuura

APRIL 26, 2022

The project infuses color, light and meaning, and a unique sense of place and discovery into the Empire Polo Club over two weekends. The post The Playground, an installation by Architensions, is unveiled at the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival 2022 appeared first on Åvontuura.

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Archinect

APRIL 26, 2022

This post is sponsored by TerraViva Competitions. TerraViva Competitions has officially released the complete list of awarded projects of the design contest “Tactical Urbanism Now! #2021. ” The challenge of this competition was to reinterpret what is commonly known as traditional public spaces, such as parks, streets, playgrounds and squares, with a strategical vision capable of providing them with new features of multi-functionality and flexibility.

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APRIL 26, 2022

Leviticus 14:33-35 states that “When you come into the land of Canaan, which I give you for a possession, and I put a case of leprous disease in a house in the land of your possession, then he who owns the house shall come and tell the priest, ‘There seems to me to be some case of the disease in my house.”. The word mold or mildew in the above passage translates to “leprosy.

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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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Archinect

APRIL 26, 2022

The Albert Frey Aluminaire House that was donated and shipped to the Palm Springs Art Museum about five years ago will remain disassembled in its shipping container for at least another year or longer. Key issues raised by the city may keep visitors from ever walking through the Aluminaire House, even when reconstructed. Frey’s experimental 1931 house (created in partnership with A.

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Archinect

APRIL 26, 2022

On April 12, work on the demolition of the iconic Nakagin Capsule Tower in Tokyo began after well over a decade of preservation efforts. With its disassembly ongoing, an Instagram account dedicated to honoring the famed metabolist structure has posted updated images of scaffolding rising along the tower. View this post on Instagram A post shared by 中銀カプセルタワービル (@nakagin_capsule_tower) Stay tuned for furt

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The Spaces

APRIL 26, 2022

If Iceland were ever a marginal player in the art world, its pavilion at Venice ‘s Arsenale is a sign of acceptance into the fold. In his six-metre vertical and vast floor projection, curated by Mónica Bello and supported by VIVE Arts, Iceland’s chosen artist Sigurður Guðjónsson creates a dark, otherworldly experience not unlike the landscape of sparkling volcanic rock that characterises so much of Iceland.

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Archinect

APRIL 26, 2022

Rugged Robotics, a Houston-based developer of construction technology, raised $9.4 million in Series A funding. Similar to Dusty Robotics, Rugged offers a robot to automate construction layout. Rugged’s Mark I marks architectural and engineering designs directly onto concrete floors so workers know where to build. The robot is available for commercial use, which the company delivers via layout as a service (a derivative of Robots as a Service).

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The Spaces

APRIL 26, 2022

A rare countryside gem, this 18th-century Brecon Beacons farmhouse was refurbished by Jones Architects Studio, and juxtaposes black-stained cedar cladding with the limewashed stone of the original outbuildings. (The purchase price includes planning permission to overhaul them, too.). The three-storey, south-facing conversion known as Libanus cantilevers over a rocky stream with a clever sheltered west-facing terrace accessed via floor to ceiling doors that expose the interior entirely.

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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

APRIL 26, 2022

Following the recent announcements of 40 shortlisted and seven finalist projects , the jury of the European Union Prize for Contemporary Architecture — Mies van der Rohe Award today revealed the final victors of the two 2022 trophies: Town House, the new Grafton Architects -designed academic and arts space at Kingston University, London , was selected as the grand winner of the Architecture Prize, while the Emerging Architecture Prize went to the La Borda cooperative housing project by Lac

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Dwell

APRIL 26, 2022

Miogui Architecture revamps a 137-square-foot Parisian flat with mirrors, color, and plenty of sunlight. When a couple in their 40s tasked Miogui Architecture with turning a 137-square-foot Parisian apartment into a flexible live/work space, the firm focused on scale, sunlight, and geometry. "Before our intervention, the bathroom and the kitchen were too large for the size of the apartment, and the bathroom had very little natural light," says founding partner Léo Berastegui.

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Archinect

APRIL 26, 2022

The Architectural Review has unveiled the winners of the 2022 AR Future Projects awards. Launched in 2002, the initiative recognizes unbuilt or under-construction projects with a “potential for positive contribution to communities, neighborhoods, and urban landscapes around the world.” The overall winner of the 2022 edition was the Norwegian project LAX Laksevåg.

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Dwell

APRIL 26, 2022

Spacial Homes creates customizable ADUs for homeowners to install in their empty yards as rentals or guesthouses. Founded in 2021 in San Francisco, prefab builder Spacial Homes wants to do more than simply provide shelters. "Our purpose is to cultivate wellness," says Cory Halbardier, the company’s executive officer. Zooming in on his vision, property owners can make an extra buck by installing one of the company’s accessory dwelling units (ADUs) in their backyard as a rental unit, which would a

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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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Archute

APRIL 26, 2022

Architecture begins with an idea – and the maestros of architecture not only set out on radical journeys into the unknown; they also made it back with gems of sheer beauty and incredible ingenuity. I dared to make a list of 40 indisputably famous 21st Century. The post 40 Most Famous Architects of the 21st Century appeared first on Archute.

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Architonic

APRIL 26, 2022

Sometimes in this business called design, you just need one smart idea to set you off. A light-bulb moment, if you will. A product that does something novel and timely, offering customers something they didn’t know they needed, but most definitely now want. This, however, is just the start of a journey. Once the noise dies down, how does your hit item evolve into a rounded, sustainable business with impact beyond its initial revolution?

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Deezen

APRIL 26, 2022

Architecture studio Büro Ole Scheeren has unveiled plans for the 350-metre-high Nanjing Nexus skyscraper in China. Named Nanjing Nexus, the supertall skyscraper was designed for a site near the Yangtze River in the financial district of the Chinese city of Nanjing. Nanjing Nexus was designed by Büro Ole Scheeren. Designed by Büro Ole Scheeren , the supertall skyscraper – a building over 300 metres – will have an octagonal shape with fluted sides.

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designboom

APRIL 26, 2022

living spaces are designed like 'porches' which peer into a central garden courtyard. The post arquitectura-G designs its costa house as a porch around a garden in barcelona appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Deezen

APRIL 26, 2022

RIBA Gold Medal-winning studio Grafton Architects has been awarded the European Union's annual architecture award for Town House , a colonnaded teaching building designed for Kingston University in London. The six-storey Town House is the first university building to have ever won the prize and it will also be the last-ever building in the UK to do so, as the country is no longer eligible to apply for the Mies van der Rohe Award after Brexit.

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Architonic

APRIL 26, 2022

Geschwender Innenausbau GmbH WHEN SEA AND SKY UNITE. On the outskirts of Kópavogur, in the middle of the metropolitan region of Reykjavik, Sky Lagoon - a thermal and wellness oasis built from scratch with an infinity pool where ""sea and sky unite"" - is located. The design of the facility had to blend in with the breathtaking landscape.

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Dwell

APRIL 26, 2022

The luxury travel trailer company’s latest offering is a mobile office that pairs state-of-the-art Apple technology with ergonomic spatial design. Since 2017, Matthew and Joanna Hofmann have designed flexible and attractive small spaces for mobile lifestyles at their electric travel trailer company, Living Vehicle. The LEED-accredited architect and his wife, who has a background in nutrition, holistic health, and business, were inspired to launch the brand after years of traveling full-time in m

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World Architecture Community

APRIL 26, 2022

Barcelona-based Lacol, a cooperative of architects, has been named as the winner of the ”’ Emerging Architecture Prize f #architecture #design #arch. 26.04.

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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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designboom

APRIL 26, 2022

manifesto is a campaign on WePresent which invites activists and creatives to spread their message through '10 rules to live by'. The post 10-rule manifesto by ai weiwei for empowerment and freedom of mind appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Deezen

APRIL 26, 2022

Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelensky has met with Balbek Bureau and tasked the architecture studio with constructing a temporary shelter complex near Kyiv to house locals while their homes are being rebuilt following Russia's invasion. Located between the cities of Bucha and Irpin, the short-term housing scheme is set to accommodate between 1,300 or 5,000 people left dispossessed in the region, which was heavily damaged by Russian troops as they attempted to storm the Ukrainian capital.

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designboom

APRIL 26, 2022

naturally lighting up at night, the proposed installation mimicks solar radiation wavelengths needed by plants to thrive and heal. The post suspended, luminescent globes envisioned by cosimo scotucci to invigorate urban floras appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Deezen

APRIL 26, 2022

Italian studio Space Caviar has constructed Dixit Algorizmi: The Garden of Knowledge, an indoor garden with reflective steel steps for the Uzbekistan pavilion at this year's Venice Art Biennale. The installation at the Uzbekistan National Pavilion mirrors the interiors of the Quarta Tesa, an old shipbuilding warehouse at the Arsenale – one of the international contemporary art exhibition's two main sites.

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