Archinect

FEBRUARY 15, 2022

The great challenge behind Casa MF was to adapt client’s wishes, whose main premise was that the house should be built in an "L" shape. Developing an original identity and finding an answer to this request, was the main inspiration for the approach adopted in an almost imperceptible way. Then the distribution of spaces, with clarity and rationality, without the morphological obviousness hidden in the tenuous movement of the elements that accompanies the two streets that flank the volumetry

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Avontuura

FEBRUARY 15, 2022

The architects wanted the house to be able to grow with the family and function well during all stages of life. The post Villa Timmerman is a stunning Swedish home south of Gothenburg appeared first on Åvontuura.

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Archinect

FEBRUARY 15, 2022

Bjarke Ingels Group ’s Wildflower Studios has been given the green light for construction in Queens, New York. Designed for the Robert De Niro-led Wildflower Development Group , the new seven-story building will contain a vertical commercial film, television, and creative studio. Located in Astoria, Queens adjacent to the manufacturing warehouse of the highly-prized Steinway Pianos, the 775,000-square-foot complex will contain 11 main stages, supported by production areas, open and private

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Deezen

FEBRUARY 15, 2022

Native ferns and trees grow within the centre of this home in Molco, Chile , which architect Lucas Maino Fernandez designed to establish continuity between the living spaces and the surrounding forest. Casa Un Patio, which roughly translates to Courtyard House, is located near Lake Villarica in central Chile. It sits between the lake and a volcano of the same name, on a remote and rugged site.

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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

FEBRUARY 15, 2022

A week following the departure of its director Maria Nicanor, Rice University ’s Rice Design Alliance (RDA) has announced the Vietnamese firm Tropical Space as the recipient of this year’s Spotlight Award recognizing exceptional architectural talent still in the early stages of their careers. The 11-year-old practice operates out of Ho Chi Minh City and focuses on the rare tropical application of brick as a building material in order to “create values of architectural aesthetic

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Archinect

FEBRUARY 15, 2022

The Czech Republic is set to receive yet another major new architectural addition after Chybik + Kristof unveiled plans for what it says will become the country’s tallest skyscraper. Located in the central district of Ostrava, the 235-meter (771-foot) Ostrava Tower is a case for “[reconsidering] the typology of the skyscraper into a new functional entity responsive to the contemporary social needs,” according to the architects.

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Architonic

FEBRUARY 15, 2022

The Moritz factory is since 1856, one of the first breweries in Barcelona, and one of the first to brew craft beer. Although this factory was closed for 33 years it was reformed by the Architect Jean Nouvel in 2011 and after this great leap our client asked us to turn the space around based on this remodeling. We decided to preserve the shell, the bar and the shelves of the entrance adding a more brewer aesthetic related to the hipster culture of craftsmanship.

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Archinect

FEBRUARY 15, 2022

For Archinect's latest weekly highlight of featured employers , we are showcasing five architectural and interior design firms with current job openings in New York City , Los Angeles , Phoenix , and Oakland. For even more opportunities, visit the Archinect job board and browse our active community of architecture students and professionals , firms , and schools.

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designboom

FEBRUARY 15, 2022

the simplicity of the small-space design highlights the beauty of the natural desert landscape around it. The post HKS translates the joshua tree desert into a mid-century modern autocamp appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Archinect

FEBRUARY 15, 2022

Kolkata-based architect Gita Balakrishnan has embarked upon a 1,700-km walk from Kolkata to New Delhi on Sunday to spread awareness on how good design can play a substantial role in changing lives. Doing 30-35km per day, she plans to reach Delhi in two months on April 16. The walk aims to shed light on the role the architecture and design industry plays in society and the issues it seeks to address.

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Deezen

FEBRUARY 15, 2022

The colours and craft techniques of the Bauhaus movement were the inspiration behind Laszlo, a century-old warehouse building transformed into workspaces by London studio Henley Halebrown. Located in north London, the renovated building now contains five floors of flexible offices, ranging from 482 square metres up to 647 square metres. Structural elements are left exposed through Laszlo's interiors.

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Archinect

FEBRUARY 15, 2022

Beijing-based firm OPEN Architecture has revealed the design of its under-construction Sun Tower project located in Yantai, China , a city along the coast of the Yellow Sea. The tower, the recipient of the Jeu d’Esprit Special Prize of AR Future Project Awards 2021, comprises a semi-outdoor theater, a winding exhibition space, and a library in the sky.

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Dwell

FEBRUARY 15, 2022

Eames Office teams up with Gelato Pique for a plush clothing line inspired by the Eames’s philosophy to "take your pleasure seriously." Since 2008, clothing brand Gelato Pique has made "wearable desserts," using powder-soft fabrics and a candy-shop color palette for its cozy casuals and loungewear. Now, in collaboration with Eames Office, the Japanese brand has released a whimsical collection of tees, pajamas, and slippers emblazoned with Ray and Charles Eames’s famous designs.

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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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Archinect

FEBRUARY 15, 2022

Located in the central lot of Zac Chandon-République Gennevilliers, the 91-unit mixed-housing project faces the park. The orthogonal plan adopts a relatively simple and sober organization that gives a particular identity to the place, dividing the project into six volumes of different heights, linked together by glass walkways. The roof of the buildings was conceived in order to preserve unobstructed views so that the apartments have a visual connection to the park located in the center o

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Architectural Record

FEBRUARY 15, 2022

The winners of the AIA’s 2022 Architecture Awards span from the modernization of Seattle’s Space Needle to a high school in suburban Massachusetts to the new U.S. embassy in London.

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Dwell

FEBRUARY 15, 2022

Alternative Design Studio transforms a 1970s travel trailer into a mobile studio with a workspace that converts into a queen-size bed. Daniel Aguilar and Natalie Dalton, the founders of Los Angeles–based Alternative Design Studio, were seeking a creative space outside the realms of home and work when a moment of inspiration struck. "In search of our own third space—and with our garage already full—we decided to transform a vintage trailer into a place to create, ideate, read, work, draw, and eve

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The Architect's Newsletter

FEBRUARY 15, 2022

The Cultural Landscape Foundation (TCLF) today announced a call for nominations for the 2022 edition of Landslide, the Washington, D.C.-based nonprofit’s annual thematic report drawing attention to the threats faced [.]. Read More. The post <em>Landslide 2022</em> brings under-threat Olmsted landscapes into focus appeared first on The Architect’s Newspaper.

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designboom

FEBRUARY 15, 2022

the house takes on a wellness-oriented program and integrates lush gardens from the ground floor to the rooftop terrace. The post step inside the ‘red cave’ house, designed by 23o5studio as a garden retreat in vietnam appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Dwell

FEBRUARY 15, 2022

This brand’s latest collection places an emphasis on well designed furniture that stand up to the elements. Warmer weather and longer days are on the horizon, so it’s prime time to start planning for al fresco lounging and dining. That means dusting off the deck, tending to the garden, and sprucing up your decor. This year, make your outdoor space shine by investing in quality furniture that’s just as polished as the rest of your home.

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designboom

FEBRUARY 15, 2022

the five-meter-long pedestrian bridge was built from two repurposed LM13.4 wind blades from nordex N29 turbines. The post re-wind installs first ‘BladeBridge’ in ireland using repurposed wind turbine blades appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Architonic

FEBRUARY 15, 2022

The shopping mall was an icon of the late 20th-century retail environment. As more consumers took up driving, inadequate city infrastructure meant the surrounding roads couldn’t cope and the out-of-town mall was born. Nowadays, these multi-functional complexes are entire cultural experiences, where consumers can not only get what they want easily, but make a day of it.

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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

FEBRUARY 15, 2022

going green, living sustainably skyscrapers and concrete buildings sprawl across urban cities and dwarf against the green spaces. these lands once brimmed with greenery that cleansed the body and mind, and reviving their previous state seems to pose a challenge. yet the gatekeepers of nature are integrating the demands of modern-day architecture into weaving […].

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Architecture Lab

FEBRUARY 15, 2022

A beautiful kitchen can be a great place to cook and chat with your close ones. Now, you can make it without the help of designers. Kitchens are high-traffic areas because people keep using them every day. Hence, they should ideally require less maintenance. You can opt for either subtle or bold colors to lift […].

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designboom

FEBRUARY 15, 2022

the space reveals a hybrid interior decor, with muted, historic details complementing a modern-day and vibrant color palette. The post studio sam buckley converts victorian butcher shop into multicolored chinese cafe appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Architizer

FEBRUARY 15, 2022

Project Status: Built. Year: 2020. Size: 3000 sqft – 5000 sqft. Budget: 1M – 5M. Text description provided by the architects. ¬¬¬¬Open Shut House is a contemporary double-storey extension to a semi-detached Inter-war dwelling that caters to the growing needs of a large family. The original period building is one of a pair of semi-detached dwellings with Art-Deco stylings reflecting its Inter-war era.

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