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See the best new architectural photography honored by AIA Los Angeles

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The Los Angeles chapter of the American Institute of Architects ( AIA|LA ) has announced this year’s winners of the annual Architectural Photography Awards. Fifteen individual artists and photographers working locally and around the world were recognized across three separate categories of Best Image, Rendering, and Instagram feed. Individual winners like the UK’s Marcus Peel were commended for their “interplay of the monochromatic colors and the shadows that almost sets this a

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The Royal College of Art unveils new London campus designed by Herzog & de Meuron

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The Royal College of Art unveiled its new campus in Battersea, London on 23 May 2022, the most significant campus development in its history. . The post The Royal College of Art unveils new London campus designed by Herzog & de Meuron appeared first on Åvontuura.

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Take a first look inside Adidas' new North American Headquarters

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When it premiered last fall, LEVER ’s new building for the Adidas North American Headquarters in Oregon was talked about as a potential game-changer for an industry still struggling to find answers about the future of workplace design. Celebrated as one of the most inspiring corporate office concepts in recent memory, the effort was included in the 2022 Wood Design Awards and recently got the profile treatment from FastCompany.

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electric bike BASH/MTN has no suspension to tune and drivetrain to adjust

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‘the less you worry about managing and maintaining technology, the more you can focus on enjoying the ride,’ the brand shares. The post electric bike BASH/MTN has no suspension to tune and drivetrain to adjust 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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IKEA partners with SunPower to sell solar panels in California stores

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IKEA U.S. has teamed up with SunPower , a California -based solar technology and energy services provider, to launch a new program called Home Solar with IKEA. Through this collaboration, members of the IKEA Family customer loyalty program will be able to purchase home solar solutions, available through SunPower, to generate and store their own renewable energy.

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Architecture Billings Index in April continues strong growth momentum of architecture industry

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The latest economic data issued by the American Institute of Architects confirm the fifteenth consecutive month of growing demand in design services as reported by architecture firms across the U.S. The Architecture Billings Index for April moderated slightly to a score of 56.5 from a near-record 58.0 score in March but remained in solid growth territory.

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‘refashion’ is the first AI-aided collection based on circular design strategies

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the refashion collection consists of over 10 styles that are built from three pre-designed multifunctional fabric blocks by assembling, disassembling, and reassembling them. The post ‘refashion’ is the first AI-aided collection based on circular design strategies appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Six New York City-based firms with internships and job opportunities for recent architecture grads

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Continuing with our focus on highlighting employment opportunities for recent architecture graduates , we feature six New York-based firms that are currently hiring junior architects, architecture interns, and designers, on Archinect Jobs , to join their teams. S10 Gym & Recovery Spa. Image courtesy of Buro Koray Duman Architects. Buro Koray Duman Architects seeks a Summer Architectural Intern.

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Álvaro Siza completes limestone-clad skyscraper in Manhattan

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Portuguese architect Álvaro Siza has revealed the 611 West 56th Street skyscraper in Manhattan , which is the Pritzker Architecture Prize-winning architect's first building in the United States. The 450-foot-tall (137-metre) residential tower is sited on the Upper West Side between Riverside Park and Central Park near Danish architecture studio BIG's Via 57 West residential tower.

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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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BREEAM Urban Villa by Brusnika Design

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А residential building from Siberia has become the first Russian project that won the BREEAM Awards. European Quarters Building 17 in Tyumen (Russia) by real estate developer Brusnika has won the prestigious International BREEAM Awards 2021 in the category “Homes - Design Stage” The sustainable building has become the first project from Russia to receive a distinguished award in the entire contest’s history.

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jacobschang architecture’s ‘half-tree house’ seems to float among the woods

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while the cabin seems to cantilever into the woods, it is actually supported on one end by two trees. The post jacobschang architecture’s ‘half-tree house’ seems to float among the woods appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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What role do simulations play in the green design process, and in architectural careers?

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Last week, we reported on Barcelona’s mission to build a digital twin of the entire city on a supercomputer housed in a 19th century chapel. Speaking to Politco about the potential for the data-driven replica to aid Barcelona's urban development, the city’s Deputy Mayor noted: "We are in an emergency situation in which we no longer have time to make mistakes.

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atelier jorgensen sites remote california residence ‘on the edge of civilization’

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this secluded residence was commissioned by buttons and ridgie barton after their original weekend house was destroyed by wildfire. The post atelier jorgensen sites remote california residence ‘on the edge of civilization’ 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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Check out Chipperfield & Zeidler's winning design (and other finalists) in Canada's Parliamentary Block 2 redevelopment contest

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The Government of Canada has formally announced the winner and finalists of the international competition for the redevelopment of the Parliamentary Precinct Block 2 site in the capital of Ottawa. A design from David Chipperfield Architects in association with Toronto-based Zeidler Architecture took home the commission, defined by a new interconnecting garden atrium and timber-framed structures that combine with an influx of sustainability features and dedicated two-building space for Canada&rsq

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steiner architecture f/f completes cult pit stop pavilion in icy austria

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setting against the icy landscape, the project takes shape as an outdoor pop-up living room, straight out of a cult movie. The post steiner architecture f/f completes cult pit stop pavilion in icy austria appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Log 54: Coauthoring by Log

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Log 54: Coauthoring gathers essays by and conversations with architects, curators, historians, and collectives that, as guest editors Ana Miljački and Ann Lui write, begin to “imagine the field of architecture orienting around coauthoring instead of authoring” and “challenge the model of architectural authorship that dominates both architectural discourse and the market.

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turn any text to an image with google’s latest AI tool ‘imagen’

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google research has unveiled imagen, a new text-to-image AI system that can create photorealistic images from input text. . The post turn any text to an image with google’s latest AI tool ‘imagen’ 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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Aedas, China Southwest Architectural Design and Research Institute Win Tiantou Intelligent Harbour Concept Design Competition by Aedas

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Western (Chengdu) Science City is perched in the heart of Chengdu Tianfu New Area, designed as a forward-looking world-class innovation center in China. It is an ideal spot for a business park given its excellent ecological conditions near the famous Xinglong Lake. Aedas and China Southwest Architectural Design and Research Institute jointly created a conceptual design plan for an intelligent hub in this prime location.

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kanye west and naoto fukasawa reimagine mcdonald’s packaging

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the realistic-looking burger container seems to be one of the few upcoming remodelings of the packaging under the helm of ye and fukasawa. The post kanye west and naoto fukasawa reimagine mcdonald’s packaging appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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This Buenos Aires café has no boundaries

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Most sidewalk cafés use the pavement outside as an extension of the premises. Here in Coghlan, a residential neighborhood west of central Buenos Aires , Lucia Vallvé Arquitectos have built Café Rómulo as an extension of the pavement. Lead architect Tomas Mielnikowicz says he conceived the coffee bar as an annex to the public road – part of “the continuity of the sidewalk, to generate neighborhood belonging” The positioning of the bar was key.

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pop up/drop off: inflatable architecture by pratt students is a quilt of recycled plastic

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the inflatable architecture translates the harmful waste of the anthropocene into a plastic recycling collection point. The post pop up/drop off: inflatable architecture by pratt students is a quilt of recycled plastic 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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Live in a modernist estate overlooking London’s New River Walk

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Darbourne & Darke set a precedent for low-rise, community-friendly estates when they designed the Marquess neighbourhood in Islington, London , in the late 1960s. The wide, dark-brick ‘roof streets’ were an innovative way to connect residents with the surrounding landscape and with one another. This original one-bed Marquess flat was recently renovated by Built Works, the architects who lived there for years.

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volcanic rock light sculptures by studio davidpompa at ALCOVA milan

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catch the 'magmatic parallelism' exhibition during milan design week 2022. The post volcanic rock light sculptures by studio davidpompa at ALCOVA milan appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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COOKFOX and Buro Happold design living facade for the birds and the bees

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Although his title may be traditional, COOKFOX Senior Associate Spencer Lapp has another role not found at most firms: He is COOKFOX’s resident beekeeper. Lapp’s enthusiasm for the little insects [.]. Read More. The post COOKFOX and Buro Happold design living facade for the birds and the bees appeared first on The Architect’s Newspaper.

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peek through 24 winners from 2022 A’ design award and competition

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the 2022 awards platform is searching for original ideas and creativity from over 100 design categories - ready for that worldwide recognition? The post peek through 24 winners from 2022 A’ design award and competition appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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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!