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Flintstone6 House / Mitti

ArchDaily

© Syam Sreesylam. architects: Mitti Location: Chembaltradi Rd, Kodiga Timmanapalli, Tamil Nadu 635117, India Project Year: 2022 Photographs: Syam Sreesylam Photographs: Roshan Satish Paliath Area: 180.0 m2. Read more ».

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MAD Architects' newly-completed Quzhou Sports Park hovers over the Zhejiang Province in China

Archinect

MAD Architects has shared photos of their newly-completed signature stadium that’s part of the Quzhou Sports Park in Zhejiang, China. In our April 2020 coverage of the project, construction of the mega development was underway. At that time, image renders showcased a massive urban park promising the "façade disappears into the terrain, covered by greenery so that it becomes the landscape itself.

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SOM announce opening of Wellesley College Science Complex

Avontuura

The complex opens onto a reimagined landscape, which introduces new gardens that will be used for scientific and ecological pedagogy. The post SOM announce opening of Wellesley College Science Complex appeared first on Åvontuura.

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Featured architecture jobs for BIM specialists in New York City

Archinect

Specializing in Building Information Modeling (BIM) and looking for the right career match in New York City? Take a closer look at this week's curated employment picks from Archinect Jobs , with a selection of six leading architecture firms currently welcoming applications from qualified candidates. To look up other specific job titles from the architectural profession, consult Archinect's Guide to Job Titles series.

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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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Stacked volumes form Ferring Pharmaceuticals HQ by Foster + Partners

Deezen

British architecture studio Foster + Partners has created a stacked glass building with a cantilevered roof for the headquarters of Ferring Pharmaceuticals in Denmark. The six-storey triangular building is located on the waterfront by the Øresund crossing north of Copenhagen and sits on a large plinth that was designed to provide flood defence. The pharmaceutical headquarters overlooks the water.

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10 Modern Chicken Coops That Rule the Roost

Dwell

From a sculptural hutch in Sweden to a solar-powered caravan, these henhouses are eggstraordinary. Welcome to Wildlife Week , an exploration of what happens when nature and home meet. Sure, chicken coops can be simple. At the most basic level, they need to shelter flocks by keeping them warm in winter, safe from predators, and dry from the rain—with plenty of room to lay eggs and exercise.

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3XN, BIG, and David Chipperfield Architects among finalists of the 2022 International High-Rise Award

Archinect

Finalists of the 2022 International High-Rise Award have been announced. Awarded every two years, a total of 5 projects from 4 continents were chosen from a group of 34 project submissions. Now in its 10th edition, the awards program recognizes "a high-rise building that combines exemplary sustainability, outer shape, inner spatial qualities, and social aspects to form a superior building.

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A Belgian postmodernist built this glass house on a river outside Antwerp

The Spaces

A Deco Revival house midway between Brussels and Antwerp is on the market with Belgian realtor Architecten Woning for €445,000. The geometric villa, an early example of postmodernism , was designed by Belgian architect Hugo Lejon as his own home, on the site of a 1930s Jos Chabot house near the Bosbeek River in Willebroek. The transparent curved roof and banks of glazing on the top floor overlook a lush garden.

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Company that projects life-size plans for client walkthroughs is coming to the U.S.

Archinect

A company that projects architectural plans at a 1:1 scale is planning to expand its operations to the United States. Lifesize Plans , headquartered in Australia, describes itself as "the world’s first patented projection system allowing clients to walkthrough their building project in life-size before construction begins.". The company was founded in 2017 by Chris Ghaleb, whose early days included an appearance on the television show Shark Tank.

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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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Frieze London 2022: the women to watch

The Spaces

The Frieze Art Fair has come around again. Between 12 and 16 October, the fair will host nearly 170 galleries and many more events across the city. And one overwhelming theme this year is the sheer number of female artists exhibiting, curating, presenting and given a platform alongside their male peers. We’ve rounded up the ones to watch, and added a few recommendations for the week ahead.

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Qinhuangdao Sales Centre Cafe Bar by QUAD Studio

Archinect

Located in Habitat Sales Centre in between of ‘Natural Boulevard’ and ‘Contemporary Art Boulevard’, Café Bar has a simple and elegant design providing a social media check-in spot that blends the sea into the sales centre. The café bar is a hybrid of nature and cultural art. The sales centre is located in Qinhuangdao, Hebei.

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Seven US forest retreats that give good leaf-peeping

The Spaces

Get back to nature and soak up the season’s changing hues this fall by escaping to a cabin in the woods. These seven forest-immersed retreats in the U.S. offer stunning natural scenery, a sense of solitude, and a stylish setting to snuggle up in. Among them is a 1970s A-frame in Oregon with retro modern vibes and a striking glass-encased cabin beside a bay in Washington.

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Kindergarten in Reims by Dominique Coulon & associés

Archinect

Sculpteur Jacques Kindergarten. The position and shape of the primary school answers to a wide range of the requirements that we thought to be fundamental for both schools. We tried to structure the void spaces of both playgrounds. The primary school playground is part of the dynamic relationships. It's towards the courtyard that is pinched the most.

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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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Just Some Pretty Birdhouses for Your Feathered Friends

Dwell

Give your favorite bluejay a new place to hang out. Welcome to Wildlife Week , an exploration of what happens when nature and home meet. Whether you’re working with a multi-acre property that could be its own nature preserve or a city balcony with room for a chair and little else, doing something for the birds when styling your outdoor space has tons of benefits for you and for your avian friends.

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Standard Dose by SR Projects

Archinect

Standard Dose, a burgeoning CBD brand, has recently opened a store in New York’s NoMad neighborhood. Designed by SR PROJECTS in collaboration with TUNA, the space features a meditation space, tea bar, beauty counter and sink, and grab-and-go products. The designers worked closely with Anthony Saniger of Standard Dose to concretize the brand’s identity through the raw minimalist interior.

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October 2022: Dates and Events

Architectural Record

On view this month is one of the U.K.'s largest public art installations, a decommissioned oil rig transformed to illustrate the creative potential of industrial adaptive reuse.

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Omar Gandhi mixes contemporary and vernacular design for Jib House

Deezen

Canadian architecture studio Omar Gandhi Architect has completed an expansive Novia Scotia home clad in two different types of cedar. Jib House's name was derived from the coastal site's triangular shape, which resembles that of a jib, a slender triangular fore-sail used on a traditional sailing boat. Omar Gandhi Architect designed cedar-clad Nova Scotia home.

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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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Innovating design communication: the Minotti Pavilion | News | Architonic

Architonic

Italian furniture and design brand <a href="[link] holistic approach to ‘atmospheric’ interior design has been developed as a core part of its ethos since <a href="[link] Dordoni</a> joined the <a href="[link] family as Art Director and coordinator of collections in 1998. Dordoni formed a joint vision for product and mood – an elegant and timeless atmosphere and a total design language now known as the ‘Minotti code’.

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25 Stunning Mid Century Modern Living Room Ideas

Architecture Ideas

Don’t we all seek a combination of modern comfort with retro aesthetics? That’s exactl y what a mid century modern living room has to offer with its design sensibilities. A living room is the ultimate spot that witnesses most of your activities and welcomes guests with open arms. For a mainstream space like this, you’d want the design to be warm, welcoming, and comfortable.

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Where Does Clint Eastwood Live? His Property Portfolio

Archute

Clint Eastwood has led a good life. He has a brilliant film career and eight children who call him father. He rose to unforgettable renown in the 1960s as the guy with no name in “Dollars Trilogy.” He has since performed in and directed countless additional films, and despite his old age, he has yet. The post Where Does Clint Eastwood Live?

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Sport & wellness take centre stage in Urban Realm 51

Urban Realm

This issue of Urban Realm focuses on sport and wellness as we surface recent moves to democratise access to sport, encouraging people to get out and about at a time when staying in has become the norm. At Meadowbank Sports Centre we see how elite and regular users cohabit a space that offers something for everyone. Cloaked in light-giving polycarbonate, its stacked halls and courts have hit.

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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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inverted roof diffuses light within henning larsen’s wooden church in copenhagen

designboom

henning larsen designs ørestad church, the first to be built in kopenhagen after a hiatus of three decades. The post inverted roof diffuses light within henning larsen’s wooden church in copenhagen appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Ahead of its centennial L.A.’s Hollywood Sign undergoes a refurbishment

The Architect's Newsletter

There is likely no other landmark as emblematic of La La Land as the Hollywood Sign, a grouping of larger-than-life letters perched atop Mount Lee within the Santa Monica Mountains. [.]. Read More. The post Ahead of its centennial L.A.’s Hollywood Sign undergoes a refurbishment appeared first on The Architect’s Newspaper.

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space billboards flash commercials in the sky using satellites

designboom

space billboards can happen by launching satellites into orbit which will reflect sunlight and display commercials in the sky above cities. The post space billboards flash commercials in the sky using satellites appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Sabine Marcelis and Hem create Boa Pouf as a completely seamless donut

Deezen

Dezeen Showroom: designer Sabine Marcelis has teamed up with Swedish brand Hem to create the donut-shaped Boa Pouf, which is upholstered without any seams. The Boa Pouf is shortlisted for Dezeen Awards 2022 in the seating design category. The Boa Pouf has a donut shape with no visible seams. The design consists of a foam-filled seat upholstered in melange wool, created using an innovative shape-knitting technique that produces no visible seams or ridges.

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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!