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Brick arched facades define KPF’s proposed Chicago residential tower

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Kohn Pedersen Fox (KPF) has released images of its proposed 1325 West Fulton Street, a residential development in Chicago’s Fulton Market district. Developed for Sulo Development, the 859,000-square-foot project is the first of three planned towers for the full-block site in the West Loop neighborhood. Image credit: Atchain via Kohn Pedersen Fox Image credit: Atchain via Kohn Pedersen Fox The tower, characterized by its distinctive brick arches, pays homage to the area’s industrial h

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Seoul Robot & AI Museum / Melike Altınışık Architects

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Namsun Lee, MAA architects: Melike Altnk Architects Location: Seoul, South Korea Project Year: 2024 Photographs: Namsun Lee, MAA Area: 7400.

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Foster + Partners unveils landscape-driven beachfront hotel and residences in Brazil

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Foster + Partners has unveiled plans for TEMPO, a new hotel and residential development in Santa Catarina, Brazil. Situated near the popular Praia Brava beach, and constructed of timber and concrete, the project is designed to maximize views of the ocean and surrounding mountains. Image courtesy: Foster + Partners Designed for real estate developers MUZE, the scheme is anchored by a landscaped garden intending to serve as an extension of the beachfront.

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House of the Rising Meadow / I/O architects

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Completed in 2024 in Sofia, Bulgaria. Images by Assen Emilov.

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The Constructor's Digital Transformation Playbook: Reducing Risk With Technology

Speaker: Dylan Secrest

Construction projects are high-stakes operations where even minor inefficiencies can lead to costly delays, safety concerns, and budget overruns. Managing risk in construction has always been a challenge, but as projects grow in complexity, traditional methods no longer cut it. Enter Digital Transformation - a game changer approach that replaces inefficiency with AI-powered analytics, real-time monitoring, and automated workflows to proactively manage risk.

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Breuer Building could receive rare interior landmark designation ahead of renovation

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New York City’s Landmarks Preservation Commission (LPC) is looking into a rare designation for the interior spaces of the recently sold 945 Madison Avenue (aka the Breuer Building) on the Upper East Side. According to The Art Newspaper , a hearing on the issues is expected to take place within the next few months. Herzog & de Meuron had previously announced its intentions to "perfectly balance innovation and preservation" through their renovation.

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Design for LA leaders share hopes for organizing process as community response grows

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The devastating wildfires that gripped Los Angeles in the past week have prompted local architects to look to each other for ways to galvanize rebuilding efforts and muster their expertise in the interest of serving the public in whichever ways they can. Two of the organizers behind Design for LA —arts and design publicist Meara Daly and Populous architect Joanna Grant —have been accessible about the effort that went into creating the new free public directory that includes offices l

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House in Serra do Louro / Cimbre

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Completed in 2024 in Palmela, Portugal. Images by Francisco Nogueira. Located in Serra do Louro, within the Arrbida Natural Park, this house is built at the highest point of the land, where a ruin in an advanced state.

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Safdie Architects completes Habitat Qinhuangdao Phase II, its largest ever residential project

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Safdie Architects and Kerry Properties have announced the completion of the second phase of Habitat Qinhuangdao , a large-scale residential project located along the Bohai Sea in Qinhuangdao, China, approximately 200 miles east of Beijing. The development, inspired by the principles of Moshe Safdie’s iconic Habitat 67 , now houses over 1,800 residential units across more than 40 acres of landscaped grounds.

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Nursery School and Elsa Triolet Center / Richter Architects

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Completed in 2024 in Mitry-Mory, France. Images by Luc Boegly. Richter architectes et associs have completed a school complex in the most recent area of Mitry-Mory. It's located on an orthogonal and regular.

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Revolutionize Concrete Durability with Kryton’s Integral Waterproofing Solutions

Kryton International leads the way in integral waterproofing solutions for concrete, helping architects, engineers, and developers protect their projects from moisture-related damage. With Kryton's Krystol Internal Membrane (KIM) technology, concrete becomes inherently waterproof, extending the lifespan of structures while minimizing maintenance. This proven technology is trusted worldwide for its ability to self-seal micro-cracks, protect against water ingress, and withstand harsh conditions.

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Winter Stations 2025 winners encapsulate the coming of a new 'Dawn' for Toronto

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The eleventh annual Winter Stations competition has revealed its selection of participants for 2025 as chosen by jury members Adam Barrett, Lily Jeon, Jon Jeronimus, Aaron Knight, and Alana Mercury. They outlined this year's theme of 'Dawn' as the "beginning of a new era" for the competition and a "fresh chapter in its creative journey", adding: "Just as the first light of morning breaks through the darkness, the exhibition will explore the moments of profound change that redefine and shape our

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Health & Beauty Office Space / Shang Interior Architects

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Completed in 2024 in Shanghai, China. Images by Hu Yanyun & Yu Shuyang. In this workspace, Shang Interior Architects breaks away from the rigid norms of traditional office layouts by deconstructing and reorganizing the.

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New architecture and design competitions: AIASF Design Awards, EUmies Awards Young Talent, Global Start-up Hub Busan, and Vilnius Airport Arrivals Terminal

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If you're in search of new, exciting architecture and design competitions, take a look at the latest curated picks of challenges listed on Bustler. Featured below are four briefs seeking transformative projects across architecture, interiors, and unbuilt work, exceptional works from recently graduated architects, urban planners, and landscape architects, proposals for the transformation of a historical heritage site into a start-up hub in Busan, South Korea, and exceptional designs for a new arr

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CS Residence / TAKATINA

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Man Photography architects: TAKATINA LLC Location: Cold Spring, United States Project Year: 2024 Photographs: Man Photography Area: 3400.

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Overcoming Challenges in Specification Writing for Architecture

This ebook is a helpful guide for architects & specification writers, focusing on the crucial role specifications play in building design. It dives into different types, relevant regulations, & best practices to keep in mind. You’ll find practical tips.

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Japanese architect Hiroshi Hara dies aged 88

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Japanese architect Hiroshi Hara, who designed Osaka 's Umeda Sky Buiding and the Kyoto Station building, has passed away aged 88. Hara died on 3 January. He was a professor emeritus at the University of Tokyo, where he taught renowned Japanese architect Kengo Kuma and Pritzker Prize-winning Riken Yamamoto. Top: Hiroshi Hara designed several notable buildings in Japan, including the Yamato International Building.

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Safdie Architects completes Habitat Qinhuangdao Phase II, its largest ever Habitat project

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Safdie Architects and Kerry Properties have announced the completion of the second phase of Habitat Qinhuangdao , a large-scale residential project located along the Bohai Sea in Qinhuangdao, China, approximately 200 miles east of Beijing. The development, inspired by the principles of Moshe Safdie’s iconic Habitat 67 , now houses over 1,800 residential units across more than 40 acres of landscaped grounds.

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The National 9/11 Memorial was the most significant building of 2011

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Our 21st-Century Architecture: 25 Years 25 Buildings pick for 2011 is the National 9/11 Memorial, designed by Michael Arad of Handel Architects a powerful symbol of loss, remembrance and healing. The most significant building of 2011 was not actually a building in fact, it was almost the opposite. Few events loom so large in the 21st century as the terrorist attacks that destroyed the World Trade Center towers in September 2001.

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Get Lectured: Syracuse University, Spring '25

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Get Lectured continues its Spring 2025 tour with a stop by the Central New York region for a look at the goings on at the Syracuse University School of Architecture in the new academic term. The list of lecturers includes Sarah Hammond ( January 31 ); Ling Fan ( February 4 ); Andrew Kudless ( February 7 ); Chrisoula Kapelonis ( February 14 ); Erika Naginski ( February 19 ); John Farrace ( March 25 ); and Lawrence Davis ( April 1 ).

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The Ultimate Guide To Data-Driven Construction: Optimize Projects, Reduce Risks, & Boost Innovation

Speaker: Donna Laquidara-Carr, PhD, LEED AP, Industry Insights Research Director at Dodge Construction Network

In today’s construction market, owners, construction managers, and contractors must navigate increasing challenges, from cost management to project delays. Fortunately, digital tools now offer valuable insights to help mitigate these risks. However, the sheer volume of tools and the complexity of leveraging their data effectively can be daunting. That’s where data-driven construction comes in.

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undulating red brick wall encircles minji cake bakery’s outdoor garden in vietnam

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the landscape of basalt red soil and surrounding greenery influences the bakerys design by ttdesign.vn. The post undulating red brick wall encircles minji cake bakery’s outdoor garden in vietnam appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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RIOS shares more renderings and details of master plan to revamp area around Chicago’s United Center

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With basketball and hockey seasons fully underway, Chicagos United Centerhome to the Chicago Bulls and Chicago Blackhawksis already a bustling place. A $7 billion vision to redevelop the area surrounding The post RIOS shares more renderings and details of master plan to revamp area around Chicagos United Center appeared first on The Architects Newspaper.

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UNstudio unveils spiraling biophilic facade for samsung’s new residential concept in seoul

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the concept consists of a group of O-shaped towers along seoul's han river, featuring a spiral design by UNstudio. The post UNstudio unveils spiraling biophilic facade for samsung’s new residential concept in seoul appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Elizabeth River Project’s Ryan Resilience Lab by Work Program Architects

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Elizabeth River Project, a growing non-profit organization dedicated to the preservation and restoration of the Elizabeth River, has developed a brand-new, nationally-recognized “Resilience Lab” in the rapidly redeveloping North Colley neighborhood. The focus of the project is to demonstrate accessible, approachable methods of resilience and sustainability for the homeowner, developer, or small business owner.

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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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desert rock resort by oppenheim architecture opens in hejaz mountains, saudi arabia

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nestled within the ancient mountains along the red sea coast, the resort rises as a rock-carved tourism architecture. The post desert rock resort by oppenheim architecture opens in hejaz mountains, saudi arabia appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Snøhetta completes trio of prototype homes for substance-abuse patients

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Architecture studio Snhetta has designed three homes for residents with substance-abuse problems and psychiatric diagnoses in Karmy, Norway. Comprising a trio of "robust" residential units, the Karmy Pilot Homes by Snhetta draw on the results of a research project exploring how different approaches, including shapes, materials and colours, can improve the quality of living for residents.

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ernesto neto suspends monumental crochet serpent within le bon marché in paris

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the exhibition celebrates the tenth anniversary of le bon march rive gauche's annual artist-invitation series. The post ernesto neto suspends monumental crochet serpent within le bon march in paris appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Gort Scott draws on Arts and Crafts details for Walthamstow housing block

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A "ribbon" of curved concrete crowns Forest Road, a brick apartment block in London that local practice Gort Scott designed to reference the area's connections to the 20th-century Arts and Crafts movement. Designed for Pocket Living a developer specialising in small homes for first-time buyers the block in Walthamstow provides 90 one-bedroom apartments overlooking Lloyd Park, the site of the Grade II-listed William Morris Gallery.

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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