Archinect

MAY 2, 2022

A national museum of Asian Pacific American history and culture is one major step closer to reality after the US House of Representatives unanimously approved on 26 April a bill to create an eight-person commission to study the feasibility of establishing such an institution in Washington, DC. The bill now heads to the Senate. The bill was sponsored by Congresswoman Grace Meng, who represents the sixth congressional district of New York, and was passed by the House just days ahead of the beginni

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MAY 2, 2022

The new design is a two-story building, constructed in harmony with water with each guest room enjoying the natural landscape. The post Penda China design natural resort inspired by surrounding villages appeared first on Åvontuura.

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Archinect

MAY 2, 2022

Converting empty or underutilized strip malls and shopping centers into mixed-use residential and retail developments could help solve California’s housing shortage crisis and allow stores to stay afloat amid the shift to online shopping, said housing experts and industry leaders during a panel at the Urban Land Institute’s spring meeting last week in San Diego.

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designboom

MAY 2, 2022

the locker units were installed in touristic areas where bike theft is at its peak. The post vertical bike parking lockers emerge in japan to give cyclists peace of mind 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?

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Archinect

MAY 2, 2022

The picture is getting clearer for the Studio Gang -envisioned new, unified home for the University of Kentucky's College of Design after final renderings and a project timeline were just revealed. The firm beat out five other top-flight firms for the renovation of the former Reynolds Building, which was announced three years ago and has since been bolstered by a $5.2 million gift from local developers Gray Construction.

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Archinect

MAY 2, 2022

The Royal Institute of British Architects has launched a new exhibition which re-examines the role of women in architecture through the lens of the domestic plan. Radical Rooms: Power of the Plan was created by architect Charles Holland and visual artist Di Mainstone and runs until July 30th, 2022.

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designboom

MAY 2, 2022

the timber structure has already started to be erected in gothenburg and the building is expected to open to visitors in 2024. The post henning larsen shapes circular ‘world of volvo’ experience center with glulam and CLT appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Archinect

MAY 2, 2022

In an effort to confront the city’s ongoing homeless crisis, Mayor Eric Adams stood alongside elected officials and union members to support a plan that would clear the streets and subways, and put a near-record number of unhoused New Yorkers into underutilized hotels. Adams is supporting state bill S.4937/A.6262 , which would make it easier for the city to convert underutilized hotels into affordable housing.

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The Architect's Newsletter

MAY 2, 2022

Longtime residents of Sacramento and generations of commuters passing through the region know exactly the spot. Joined by a cluster of budget motels on an isolated, wedge-shaped swath of land [.]. Read More. The post Dreyfuss + Blackford’s reimagining of a decrepit power station breathes new life into the Sacramento riverfront appeared first on The Architect’s Newspaper.

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Archinect

MAY 2, 2022

I’ll pass by the abuse of metaphors (do milestones have hearts?) but not of trees, this being another case of certain designers’ mania for picking them up, moving them around and putting them where they don’t want to be. Those words from the studio also take liberties with the idea of art. They call the Tree of Trees a “sculpture” Boris Johnson may once have compared Heatherwick to Michelangelo, but David it is not.

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Dwell

MAY 2, 2022

Listed for $2.7M CAD, the revived family residence includes multiple outdoor gathering spaces and an in-law suite on the lower level. Property Details: Location: 1152 Chamberlain Drive, North Vancouver, BC, Canada Price: $2,699,000 CAD Year Built: 1968 Footprint: 2,217 square feet (three bedrooms, two baths, and a one-bedroom in-law suite) Lot size: 8,684 square feet From the agent: "West Coast Modern presents the Kit House, a fully upcycled midcentury-modern in scenic Lynn Valley, North Vancouv

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Archinect

MAY 2, 2022

Harry Lennix’s Lillian Marcie Center for the Performing Arts, a project located at 4343 S. Cottage Grove Ave. on Chicago’s South Side and designed to aid in the renaissance of Bronzeville, will receive capital funding from the State of Illinois to the tune of $26 million, Gov. J.B. Pritzker announced Tuesday. The Chicago -born actor describes the project as “the Black version of the Lincoln Center.

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The Architect's Newsletter

MAY 2, 2022

In observance of Earth Day, the Western Pennsylvania Conservancy (WPC), the private nonprofit that owns, operates, and serves as lead steward of Frank Lloyd Wright’s Fallingwater, announced last month the [.]. Read More. The post Frank Lloyd Wright’s Fallingwater gets clean energy assist from on-site solar array appeared first on The Architect’s Newspaper.

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Archinect

MAY 2, 2022

This silky shining dwelling is located in an rural expansion area. At first glance this rustic laid back house does not stand out among the surrounding houses. The burnt wood subtly refers to black barns in this area. The origin of the black-burned facade cladding technique is in Japan, where it is called Shou Sugi Ban. They use this age-old technique to make wood maintenance-free and sustainable.

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The Spaces

MAY 2, 2022

London’s reputation as a culinary capital continues to soar, and this cache of dining spots adds jewels to that crown. We join photographer and writer Louise Long on a culinary tour of the city’s latest offerings as they blossom this spring. Among the mix? A judge’s former dining hall, a floating spot on Regent’s Canal and a zero-waste eatery with recyclable interiors.

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Archinect

MAY 2, 2022

House in the Lanes. The ‘lanes’ in Amagansett, New York, are a set of walkable streets perpendicular to Main street, dotted with a diverse range of houses and styles, that are walking distance to the ocean. One of our challenges was to create a home that would accommodate the owners wish for a maintenance-free house with longevity, inside and outside.

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Dwell

MAY 2, 2022

Located in the historic village of Morimondo near Milan, the 4,843-square-foot building offers unconventional living spaces crowned with brick arches and ceiling frescoes. Property Details: Location: Via Roma, Morimondo, Milan, Italy Price: €3,200,000 Year Built: 1600 Footprint: 4,843 square feet (four bedrooms, three baths) From the agent: "In the spectacular and romantic setting of Morimondo, which can be traced back to the 13th century, and a short distance from Milan.

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Archinect

MAY 2, 2022

The newly completed electrical switchgear building is the first Net Zero Energy (NZE) targeted electrical substation building in the United States. Tucked midblock on Eddy Street between Larkin and Hyde, the steel frame concrete structure is a modern addition to the existing historic 1962 substation building designed by PG&E to supply power to the northeastern part of the city.

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designboom

MAY 2, 2022

The Hinoki Sauna by 2m26 Designed and built by Kyoto-based architecture studio 2M26, the Hinoki Sauna is located within the town of Keihoku, in the northern mountainside of Kyoto, Japan. Seeking to offer a unique experience of the rural area, the structure is entirely made of locally sourced cypress wood, a material that […]. The post hinoki sauna in japan combines local cypress wood and traditional construction methods appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Archinect

MAY 2, 2022

Due to its rapid growth, the unicorn IT company Infobip commissioned a new hybrid building in Zagreb. The company chose a location on the southern edge of Zagreb that, though not prestigious, is well connected in terms of infrastructure. The plot is located in an entropic and poorly regulated area with low-rise medium-density multi-dwelling buildings lacking both articulated public space and natural surroundings.

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Architonic

MAY 2, 2022

Limiting the environmental impact of a building’s construction and after-life has become a priority for responsible architects and developers. The industry has made huge advances over the last decade but there’s a long way to go. The construction industry is still responsible for 38% of energy-related CO2 emissions globally according to the UN Environmental Programme.

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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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Archinect

MAY 2, 2022

While sandwiched closely between neighboring houses, this site has an incredible sense of urban openness, punctuated by rows of palm trees. The view to the expansive palm speckled sky allows for the innermost part of the site to become the true center of the home, with the main house and the guest house/studio connected through a nested yard. While carefully crafted, the B+B house feels instantly comfortable—not too precious to be lived in.

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Architonic

MAY 2, 2022

The idea of a circular office designed around the ecological principle of a circular economy to minimise environmental impact has been around for the last half-decade. As far back as 2017, the UK-based non-profit Business in the Community, launched its Circular Office Campaign to encourage workplace providers and users to adopt a more sustainable approach to designing, furnishing and managing their facilities.

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Archinect

MAY 2, 2022

This sporting facility forms a continuity with the architectural heritage already present on the site of the Saint Nazaire sports centre. Made entirely of raw concrete, with large irregular plate glass windows, the gymnasium symbolises the desire to create generous volumes as a function of their internal use. Despite being an imposing project, it finds lightness in its canted walls and the thickness of the outer shell.

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Architonic

MAY 2, 2022

Integrated Systems Europe has announced a raft of activities set to light up Barcelona, highlight creativity and technical prowess and showcase the power of the AV experience. ISE’s keynote speakers have been chosen to reflect creativity using technology and three projects will perfectly showcase to visitors how, when integrated into a collaborative solution, the pro AV industry helps to deliver stunning immersive experiences. <b>Opening Keynote: Refik Anadol: ‘In the Mind of Gaudi’ 10 M

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