Archinect

JANUARY 20, 2023

For the past 30 years, Ole Scheeren has built a career defined by an internationalist outlook. The German architect has lived in 10 countries, and worked in 25, always guided by a philosophy that recognizes "the power of bringing people, cultures, and practices closer together." Nowhere is Scheeren's philosophy better encapsulated than through Büro Ole Scheeren ; the firm that Scheeren founded in 2010 having previously served as a Partner and Director at OMA.

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Avontuura

JANUARY 20, 2023

Located in southeast Portland, the multi phase Master Plan project will fundamentally transform the botanical garden. The post Land Morphology and Olson Kundig complete botanical garden and fireside terrace in Portland appeared first on Åvontuura.

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Archinect

JANUARY 20, 2023

London is getting an attractive new elevated parkway feature after planning approvals were granted for the proposed Camden Highline, the BBC reported on Friday. Running from Camden Gardens to Royal College Street near the King’s Cross transit hub, the parkway will transform a disused Victorian rail viaduct while adding green space to some of the capital’s traditionally underserved districts.

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Aric Gitomer Architect

JANUARY 20, 2023

A conversation with a residential architect might bring up passive design principles. Passive houses are now considered to be the highest energy efficiency standards. In comparison to conventional buildings, they consume around 85% less heating and cooling and can be applied to almost all kinds of designs. The following principles are central to passive house design: Airtight construction High-performance glazing Insulated structures Heat recovery ventilation Thermal bridge-free design Let us ta

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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

JANUARY 20, 2023

Mayors across a variety of American towns and cities have used the U.S. Conference of Mayors to voice concerns about their ability to address the dual crises of housing affordability and homelessness. As reported by Politico , specific struggles shared by mayors include attracting investors, housing density, and racial disparities. “At the end of the day, as mayors, people aren’t looking to their senators to solve homelessness,” San Francisco Mayor London Breed told the confere

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Archinect

JANUARY 20, 2023

Kohn Pedersen Fox co-founder Gene Kohn has been named as a Life Trustee for the Urban Land Institute (ULI), the first architect to ever receive the honor. Awarded to individuals who have made a “meaningful, distinctive, and extraordinary” service to the ULI, the accolade was given to Kohn at the same time that KPF and Kohn’s family pledged $1 million to the ULI Foundation establishing an annual fellowship.

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designboom

JANUARY 20, 2023

circular sun house: frank lloyd wright’s last completed design Perched along a rocky cliff in Phoenix, Arizona, the ‘Circular Sun House’, Frank Lloyd Wright’s last completed architectural design, is now listed for sale for a whopping $8,950,000. Also known as the Norman Lykes House, the residence is one of 14 round houses designed by […] The post frank lloyd wright’s last completed design ‘circular sun house’ hits the market for $8,9M appeared firs

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Deezen

JANUARY 20, 2023

Adding insulation to UK homes only provides short-term energy savings that are cancelled out within a few years by an increase in energy use, according to a study by the University of Cambridge. The study , which analysed the gas-use patterns of more than 55,000 homes across England and Wales , found that any fall in gas consumption achieved by retrofitting wall insulation was voided within four years.

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designboom

JANUARY 20, 2023

designed by makoto takei and chie nabeshima, the ‘ring house’ offers unobstructed views of the forest and generous open spaces. The post hiding glass house in japanese forest sees 360 degrees through all-round windows 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

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Deezen

JANUARY 20, 2023

Following Japanese artist Yayoi Kusama 's latest collaboration with fashion brand Louis Vuitton , we have collected eight projects and collaborations featuring her trademark colourful polka dots. At almost 94 years old, Kusama is widely considered to be one of the world's most successful living artists, with a portfolio ranging from installations, sculptures and performance art to fashion, painting and video.

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designboom

JANUARY 20, 2023

the structure demonstrates an intent to understand how domesticity, nature, and privacy can be layered within compact sites. The post deep red-terracotta screens bring dynamic porosity to ‘house on 46’ in bangalore appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Deezen

JANUARY 20, 2023

As China prepares to celebrate Chinese New Year tomorrow, we round up the 12 most anticipated architecture projects set to complete in the country this year. After the government scrapped its zero-Covid policy at the end of last year, a flurry of high-profile architecture projects in China are now expected to open soon having suffered long delays during three years of lockdowns.

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designboom

JANUARY 20, 2023

aiming for an ecological, resource-conserving design, architekturgemeinschaft15 utilizes straw providing an alternative building approach and high-quality planning. The post a15 fabricates residence using straw and wood in northern italy 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.

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Deezen

JANUARY 20, 2023

Copenhagen-based designer David Thulstrup drew on spice-making processes when designing the interior of London's Ikoyi restaurant , which features a variety of materials including copper and oak. The 150-square-metre restaurant, which has a menu based on seasonal British produce and spices from sub-Saharan west Africa, is located inside the brutalist 180 The Strand building in central London.

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designboom

JANUARY 20, 2023

the design is based on the concept of ‘cultivating imagination and the hometown love', reviving the feeling of community and togetherness. The post permeable vertical louver envelops HIBINOSEKKEI + youji no shiro’s RJ nursery in japan appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Deezen

JANUARY 20, 2023

A curved colonnade fronts this extension to the Beaverbrook Art Gallery in Fredericton, creating an airy new lobby for the art gallery and completing the institution's expansion. The Harrison McCain Pavilion was completed in 2022 in the New Brunswick capital by KPMB Architects , a Canadian studio based in Toronto. The Harrison McCain Pavilion was completed in Fredericton The 9,000 square-foot (836 square metres) structure acts as a new lobby for the gallery.

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designboom

JANUARY 20, 2023

hydr'open is developing its products using the fewest means and fewest materials possible. The post french cooperative hydr’open is on a mission to create free hydraulic turbine technology appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Architizer

JANUARY 20, 2023

The winners of Architizer's Fourth Annual One Drawing Challenge have been revealed! Interested in next year's program? Subscribe to our newsletter for updates. Architecture has always been a process of visualizing what could be. Over the last twenty years, as we experienced the growth of immersive technologies, new forms of visualization have followed suit.

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Deezen

JANUARY 20, 2023

Slovakian architecture studio DF Creative Group has converted a former heating plant in Bratislava into a cultural centre , complementing its industrial structure with a series of contemporary additions. The heritage-listed Jurkovič Heating plant, originally designed in the 1940s by Dušan Jurkovič, was formerly part of the Apollo Refinery. While the rest of the refinery was demolished, the former heating plant now sits at the centre of the Sky Park Masterplan by Zaha Hadid Architects , which com

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designboom

JANUARY 20, 2023

as the ceiling rises and falls, the atmosphere changes, from a dark room with a low ceiling to a warm, monumental, salon-like space. The post AMO unveils transforming scenography with retractable ceiling at prada FW 2023 show appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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The Architect's Newsletter

JANUARY 20, 2023

Facades+ will return to Washington, D.C. for the first time in two years on February 14. The conference will bring a full-day program to the city for the first time; [.] Read More. The post Facades+ will highlight Washington, D.C.’s most impressive envelopes on February 14 appeared first on The Architect’s Newspaper.

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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

JANUARY 20, 2023

‘burberry landscapes’ come through as the fashion house’s homage to the adventures of its founder’s family members in these lands. The post life-size, hand-planted ‘burberry checks’ dot the lands of canary islands and south africa appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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The Architect's Newsletter

JANUARY 20, 2023

Last week TMZ reported that Ye, the discipline-spanning artist formerly known as Kanye West, tied the knot with Bianca Censori, an architectural designer at his apparel and footwear company Yeezy. [.] Read More. The post Ye marries Yeezy architect Bianca Censori appeared first on The Architect’s Newspaper.

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designboom

JANUARY 20, 2023

studio supra-simplicities integrates three living spaces onto a revolving-stage mechanism that minimizes the cabin's footprint. The post 3 scenes of home: this micro-cabin theatrically rotates to optimize flexibility of living appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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The Architect's Newsletter

JANUARY 20, 2023

After stepping foot in the new Terminal B at LaGuardia Airport, New Yorkers pass through an airy ticketing hall and security checkpoint, ascend via escalator, trek through a maze of [.] Read More. The post The new LaGuardia Airport is another reminder that architects work at the whim of larger political forces appeared first on The Architect’s Newspaper.

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