Archinect
MAY 23, 2022
Austria-based architecture office querkraft has completed an IKEA furniture store in the country’s capital Vienna , whose exterior was inspired by bookcases. Designed as a car-free venue, the scheme was developed with the vision of being a “good neighbor” for the surrounding community through a blend of public spaces and an active streetfront.
Avontuura
MAY 23, 2022
Site Verrier de Meisenthal is a publicly funded active cultural center in a historic glass factory dating back to the 18th century. The post SO-IL & FREAKS design cultural center in historic glass factory in France appeared first on Åvontuura.
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Archinect
MAY 23, 2022
Big news today as Herzog & de Meuron’ s anticipated expansion of the Royal College of Art has officially opened in the Battersea district of London. Characterized by a fusion of seven separate facilities into one combined structure, the new £135 million ($169 million) complex entails the creation of new social and educational spaces for the Sculpture, Contemporary Art Practice, and Moving Image departments as well as for the RCA’s School of Design.
designboom
MAY 23, 2022
from pizza slices to french fries, these food-inspired crochet delights not only look delicious but they also carry an important message. The post supersized crotchet food by sabina speich highlights the problem of food waste 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?
Archinect
MAY 23, 2022
A Portland house with a provenance like no other is for sale. The revolutionary dwelling was designed 82 years ago by modernist architect Richard Neutra for lily hybridizer Jan de Graaff and his wife, Peggy, heir to the Macy’s department store owner who died on the Titanic. The home, originally constructed in 1941, is located at 1901 South Comus Street.
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Archinect
MAY 23, 2022
AC Milan’s Serie A championship title over the weekend brought out the missives on placemaking and memory concerning the club’s future in the 96-year-old stadium adored by the Milanese as their seconda casa. The facilities, last upgraded in 1990 and renovated throughout the 2000s by the local firm Ragazzi and Partners , are set to be replaced by a new “cathedral” designed by American sport heavyweight Populous for the year 2027.
designboom
MAY 23, 2022
as if carved out inside a rock formation, the dwelling is organized around a continuous dialogue with its surrounding landscape. The post step inside lopez gonzalez studio’s dark-toned residence in xalapa, mexico appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.
Archinect
MAY 23, 2022
Less than eight months after announcing plans to establish its new practice facility and headquarters campus in El Segundo, a groundbreaking ceremony held this week marks the start of construction for the new home of the NFL's Los Angeles Chargers. Last Wednesday’s groundbreaking marks a major milestone for the NFL franchise, which spent four years searching for a location for a permanent headquarters following its move from San Diego to Los Angeles.
designboom
MAY 23, 2022
relive the golden years of american sportscar design with this shelby cobra CSX4000 that will be auctioned off in june by mecum auctions. The post this rare shelby cobra CSX4000 features a handcrafted aluminum body appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.
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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
Archinect
MAY 23, 2022
The multi-year process that will eventually engender a string of entirely reimagined waterfront plots along the LA River has entered its next phase after county officials released their final master plan last week. The documents offer an update to the County proposal first introduced in 2016 by Supervisors Hilda Solis and Sheila Kuehl. The plan will now be submitted to the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors for review at a meeting scheduled for June 14th.
designboom
MAY 23, 2022
the san francisco-based artist also shares that ‘these works pay homage to a sensibility and vitality found in the old masters’ works.’. The post artist rebecca szeto repurposes paintbrushes into women and art history sculptures appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.
Archinect
MAY 23, 2022
This post is brought to you by YACademy. Pandemic, economic crisis, migration, and climate change: every area - from the periphery of our metropolis to the most remote tropical village - can now be defined as an “emergency context” The United Nations - already before the pandemic cycle - estimated that the fragmentation of conflicts, combined with the effects of the economic and ecological crisis, was generating a humanitarian emergency greater than that caused by the Second World Wa
designboom
MAY 23, 2022
the bike has been created for the future adventurer that values multifunctionality, efficiency, and eco-friendly means of individual transportation. The post cybertruck-inspired tesla model m electric motorcycle by víctor rodríguez gómez appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.
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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.
Deezen
MAY 23, 2022
British architecture studio Foster + Partners has unveiled the BWDC Residential Tower in Manila, Philippines , which will feature wraparound verandas with large roof overhangs that help keep the apartments cool. Designed to have expansive views of a golf club in central Manila, the 45-storey skyscraper aims to mitigate the city's high temperature and humidity by using passive design strategies.
designboom
MAY 23, 2022
the kamigori nursery school is an open and secure educational complex fostering strong connections with its town and surrounding nature. The post katsuhiro miyamoto & associates shapes courtyard-like nursery school in japan appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.
The Architect's Newsletter
MAY 23, 2022
Marking the end of a very long era, officials held a send-off ceremony earlier today for the two last surviving coin-operated pay phones on the streets of New York City. [.]. Read More. The post New York City removes its last surviving public payphone appeared first on The Architect’s Newspaper.
designboom
MAY 23, 2022
tulsa's new bob dylan center tells the artist's layered story and creative process through one hundred thousand rare archived objects. The post olson kundig weaves together the complex life and work of bob dylan in tulsa appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.
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Deezen
MAY 23, 2022
The Regenerative High-Rise is a concept for a modular timber tower by architecture studio Haptic and engineering firm Ramboll that could be used to transform tricky sites in cities worldwide. Aiming "to futureproof the high-rise", the conceptual structure is designed for maximum flexibility to extend the lifecycle of tall buildings and prevent the need for their demolition.
designboom
MAY 23, 2022
the design seeks to preserve the local topography as much as possible, with the timber sauna wrapping around a magnificent pre-existing tree within the site. The post studio yonder weaves timber house with sauna hut into the mountains of germany appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.
Deezen
MAY 23, 2022
London architecture studio Feilden Fowles has completed a timber-framed dining hall at the University of Cambridge 's Homerton College with a faience-tiled volume set above a pigmented-concrete colonnade. Designed to reference the adjacent arts and crafts-style Ibberson Building and the college's Victorian Gothic Revival buildings, the dining hall contains the main eating space along with a smaller room for eating called a buttery, kitchens and staff amenities.
designboom
MAY 23, 2022
the industrial creature behaves like just a human musician — one arm takes care of the frets and the other draws the bow across the strings. The post this dexterous two-armed robot plays multiple bowed instruments at the same time appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.
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.
The Spaces
MAY 23, 2022
A lot of hotels claim eco-credentials. Sunyata, in the hills near Chikmagalur, India , takes its environmental mandate seriously. The hotel, designed by Bangalore practice Kacheri and completed last year, demonstrates how an urban building can operate in a truly sustainable way. The building’s off-grid character is obvious just by looking at it from the outside.
Dwell
MAY 23, 2022
On the market for $3.75 million, the unique family residence features multiple levels connected by suspended stairs and bridges. Property Details: Location: 17 Jackson Place, Park Slope, Brooklyn Price: $3,750,000 Year Built: 1901 Footprint: 3,016 square feet (five bedrooms, three-and-a-half baths) From the agent: "Located on the middle of a quiet, one way, tree-lined street is 17 Jackson Place.
Deezen
MAY 23, 2022
Earthy tones and a wooden table in the shape of a cityscape feature in the Olson Kundig 's first New York office , which was designed with sensitivity to the 100-year-old building it occupies. Located in Midtown Manhattan , the office is spread across the 10th floor of a mid-rise tower constructed in 1923. The office features a central living room with a sculptural table.
Dwell
MAY 23, 2022
Situated on an 11-acre lot, the eccentric residence comprises two sculptural structures made from adobe, stucco, and stone. Property Details: Location: 41 Estrada Calabasa, Santa Fe, New Mexico Price: $3,475,000 Footprint: 7,913 square feet (five bedrooms, seven baths) Lot size: 11 acres From the agent: "Known as The Desert Flower (Ahkon Povi in Tewa language) by its designer and builder John McGowan in the late ’70s, this enchanting home is like no other.
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