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What does a career as a graphic designer look like within the architecture realm?

Archinect

While architects and graphic designers hold separate titles and specialties within the design team, the two disciplines share many common interests. Both approach their roles with a flair for creativity and design. Both occupy themselves with the human experience, and how people interact with and navigate through space, be it 2D or 3D, physical or digital.

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Sanjay Puri Architects design house of arches in Bhilwara

Avontuura

A curvilinear envelope surrounds the house, creating interstitial, semi-open spaces all along the perimeter, with deeper recesses. The post Sanjay Puri Architects design house of arches in Bhilwara appeared first on Åvontuura.

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OSD and Polk Stanley Wilcox selected to design the Alice L. Walton School of Medicine in Arkansas

Archinect

The healing power of nature is a universal human experience and has been espoused throughout history in the Gospel of John, by the Ancient Greek philosopher Hippocrates, and in several key texts of eastern and new age religions. It is one of the guiding principles behind the architecture of Islamic hospital designs dating to the 12th century and will serve as the key to New York-based multidisciplinary studio OSD ’s landscape design for the new Alice L.

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Biot Municipal Building Extension / Atelier EGR

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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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Urban Land Institute recognizes 10 North American projects as ULI Americas Awards for Excellence winners

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Ten new North American projects were recognized Tuesday by the Urban Land Institute as part of the organization’s ULI Americas Awards for Excellence program, now in its 43rd year. Among the honorees is Gensler’s EPIC Hollywood development for Netflix and the collaborative Essex Crossing mixed-use design on Delancey Street in Manhattan’s Lower East Side.

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LACMA makeover: Five active cranes signal midway point for $750 million Zumthor project

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A significant next step has been taken in the construction process that will eventually culminate in Peter Zumthor ’s brand new David Geffen Galleries building for the Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA) as it inches closer to its anticipated 2024 completion date. According to Urbanize Los Angeles , two new tower cranes are now in operation at the site, in addition to the three that were brought online back in October.

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julien labrousse inserts eccentric theater restaurant inside neoclassical portuguese palace

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palacio do grilo features tailor-made furniture, sculptures and artworks to enhance the 18th-century neoclassical interior space. The post julien labrousse inserts eccentric theater restaurant inside neoclassical portuguese palace appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Tulsa's unique 'Jetsons House' flew off the market faster than Elroy could blink

Archinect

Tulsa hosts a building that looks a lot like George and Jane Jetsons’ home in the cartoon, or perhaps a squat version of Seattle’s Space Needle – shaped like a wheel on its side perched on a stick. The house recently hit the market, with an asking price of $415,000. But unfortunately for any time travelers, it has already been snapped up.

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TikTok users call out plagiarism of black cowboy painting, sparking change at the guggenheim

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a basque artist's paintings have sparked social media controversy, prompting the museum to take action. The post TikTok users call out plagiarism of black cowboy painting, sparking change at the guggenheim appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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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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Troquer Offices by ASHO MX

Archinect

This project is made up of 313m2, distributed in various areas: Reception, meeting room, administration and finance area, marketing area, systems area, operation area, telephone booths, creative area, kitchen, warehouse and bathrooms. The main design proposal of this project is based on the idea of generating open spaces in order to create integration and physical interaction between the different areas of the company, thus creating a dynamic and proactive work community.

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UNStudio finalizes its ‘future-proof’, energy-producing campus at TU delft

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echo is set to contribute to TU Delft’s ambition to operate in a fully sustainable way and evolve into a carbon-neutral campus by 2030. The post UNStudio finalizes its ‘future-proof’, energy-producing campus at TU delft appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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EXHIBITION: DECODING ASIAN URBANISM by City Design Studio

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The exhibition on deCoding Asian Urbanism is designed as a choreographed journey that engages the visitor through a series of experiences: Provocation, Immersion, Curiosity, Serenity, Inquiry, Discovery, and Memory. The journey leads the visitor through evocative films that immerse the visitor in the pulsating, hyperdense, intensity of the Asian City.

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NASA james webb telescope captures the cosmos’ landscape and dying stars

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NASA’s james webb space telescope captures full-color images and spectroscopic data of the universe’s cosmos and dying stars. The post NASA james webb telescope captures the cosmos’ landscape and dying stars 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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San Francisco now tops the most expensive cities to build in the world, new survey finds

Archinect

Turner and Townsend’s latest annual International Construction Market Survey names disruptions in the global supply chain, triggered in part by lockdowns in China due to COVID-19, and rising commodity costs following the invasion of Ukraine as key stress factors for construction markets worldwide. According to the survey, the 2022 ranking is led by these cities, including four U.S. markets among the top ten: San Francisco ($4,728.5/sqm) Tokyo ($4,664.8/sqm) Osaka ($4,558.5/sqm) New York Ci

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Madhav Dua's customisable electric tractor for farmers in India wins the Future Mobility Competition

Deezen

Madhav Dua's proposal for a multifunctional electric vehicle that can be easily customised with different plug-and-play components has won first place in Dezeen's Future Mobility Competition powered by Arrival. Called Arrival Multi-Utility Farming Vehicle, or MUFV, the concept comprises a subscription-based electric tractor that can be equipped with a number of different farming tools to create an all-encompassing harvesting vehicle for rural India.

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THE ALYX AT ECHELONSEAPORT by Jeffrey Beers International

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The Alyx™ at EchelonSeaport introduces 270 beautiful apartments to Boston’s thriving Seaport District. In addition to a full suite of amenities, residents enjoy a central courtyard filled with artwork, multiple outdoor seating areas, vibrant programming and activities under a verdant tree canopy, and 125,000 square feet of restaurant and retail space within the overall project.

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PLP Architecture launches collection of 5,000 skyscraper NFTs

Deezen

UK studio PLP Architecture has created 5,000 NFTs based on the concept for a virtual skyscraper in the metaverse. The architecture studio collaborated with VerseProp , which describes itself as the "leading metaverse property platform", to create the collection of non-fungible tokens (NFTs). Each of the animated digital images was based on the form of a conceptual skyscraper designed by the studio, which previously designed numerous real-world skyscrapers, including London's second-tallest build

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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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PLP Architecture and VerseProp join forces to launch NFT collection

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PLP Architecture’s research group PLP Labs is working in collaboration with metaverse property platform VerseProp to launch a range of 5000 NFTs, each with a valuable commercial utility. Through the project, the team is exploring the role of architects and designers on the blockchain and in the metaverse, from the use of smart contracts through to virtual design services.

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art center of aranya’s monolithic brick pavilions offer fragmented views of china’s mountains

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a sloping roof covers 15 brick pavilions that divide and redefine views of the chengde mountains, sculpting a distinct interiority. The post art center of aranya’s monolithic brick pavilions offer fragmented views of china’s mountains appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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St. Joseph the Worker Catholic Church by Sparano + Mooney Architecture

Archinect

This 23,000 square foot church serves as a place of worship for a Catholic community in Utah. The project includes a large entry and gathering space; elliptical sanctuary space that seats 800; liturgical and vesting spaces; administrative offices and conference space; a separate Day Chapel for daily mass, and a circular courtyard with a central water/fire feature.

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Nori Architects uses simple finishes and exposed structure for minimalist home in Japan

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Japanese practice Nori Architects has completed Minimum House in Toyota, Japan , as a "new prototype of urban housing" designed to reduce construction waste and be easily repaired or adapted in the future. Designed for a young family with two children, the dwelling sits on a narrow plot bordered by residential buildings and roads in the city's Aichi Prefecture.

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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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LAGO/ALGO cultural hub blends contemporary art + modernist architecture in mexico city

designboom

the new cultural destination houses a sustainable farm-to-table restaurant and an all-access artistic zone. The post LAGO/ALGO cultural hub blends contemporary art + modernist architecture in mexico city appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Chicago's buildings "still not as efficient as those built 130 years ago" says Energy Revolution curator

Deezen

The Energy Revolution exhibition at the Chicago Architecture Center aims to demonstrate that the city's buildings need to become much more energy efficient. Energy Revolution, which was organised by architect Doug Farr and Chicago Architecture Center (CAC) director of exhibitions Eve Fineman, seeks to educate the public on architecture's impact on the climate by using historical charts, interactive installations and full-scale reconstructions.

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The original Orient Express is making a comeback in 2024

The Spaces

Its peak Agatha Christie aboard these rediscovered Orient Express carriages, which are being restored to their Gilded Age glory – and will soon be reinstated to the train’s storied Paris-Istanbul route. The 17 carriages were uncovered in Poland in 2015, where they’d been stored outside for a decade, though they were still in surprisingly good condition and hark back to the height of the train service’s glamour.

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Ten kitchen products on Dezeen Showroom

Deezen

Dezeen Showroom: a modular kitchen optimised for small spaces and a storage system hidden behind wall panelling are the latest kitchen products to be featured on Dezeen Showroom. Also included is a wine chiller by Fisher & Paykel , modular outdoor food preparation segments by Very Simple Kitchen and a three-in-one kitchen and dining layout by Piero Lissoni for Boffi.

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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!