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FEBRUARY 10, 2025

Gaggiandre. Image Andrea Avezz, Courtesy of La Biennale di Venezia During a live presentation for the 19th International Architecture Exhibition, curator Carlo Ratti offered a glimpse into the programming of this year's edition. The 2025 Venice Architecture Biennale will include 66 National Pavilions, with 4 countries represented for the first time: the Republic of Azerbaijan, Sultanate of Oman, Qatar, and Togo.

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Archinect

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

The traditional 2D format of CD sets will likely remain the industry standard for the foreseeable future. Why? After all, contractors and sometimes clients want and need 3D models of buildings that can directly inform how buildings should be constructed. But providing them carries a high level of risk for architects, and as a result their attorneys and professional liability insurers often caution against it, despite the potential overall benefits for the project and all parties involved.

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ArchDaily

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

Brasilia construction. Image Alexander Eisenschmidt Wars, decolonization , economic crises, civil movements , and industrial-technological revolutions: the 20th century was a period of radical and far-reaching transformations. These upheavals reshaped societies and redefined how people expressed their evolving aspirations, with architecture leading the way.

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Archinect

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

Following our previous visit to Bespoke Only , we are moving our Meet Your Next Employer series to Charlottesville, VA this week to explore the work of Two Street Studio. With offices in Brooklyn, Charlottesville, and Richmond, Two Street Studio describes itself as a “generalist design practice committed to the craft of architecture” from small residential schemes to large commercial projects.

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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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FEBRUARY 10, 2025

Danish studio BIG has designed a curving folded roof informed by traditional Kosovan skirts for the Opera and Ballet Theatre of Kosovo in Pristina. Created in collaboration with local architecture studio ALB-Architect , the performance venue will be home to the Kosovo Philharmonic, Ballet and Opera and contain a 1,200-capacity concert hall, a 1,000-capacity theatre hall, 300-seat recital hall and an education and conference centre.

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designboom

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

on rainy days, water cascades down the glass tiles into mirrored pools on either side, allowing visitors to touch the falling raindrops. The post rain apparatus of aptdotapt’s wooden pavilion in china inverts eaves, bringing water inside appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Archinect

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

Gensler ’s latest project in the Chicago market might surprise some as a shelter for formerly homeless men located in the Rogers Park neighborhood and constructed from the shell of a formerly abandoned building. Designed and built for the nonprofit North Side Housing and Supportive Services (NSHSS), the shelter offers 70 beds in a non-congregate approach to housing that evinces a psychological sense of safety, community, and the notion of common humanity while importantly being devoid of s

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Deezen

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

Ecological concerns and the pressures of the modern world mean designers no longer have the luxury of seeing their work as a form of self-expression, Japanese designer Naoto Fukasawa tells Dezeen in this interview. "Many designers in the past believed that design was merely a medium for self-expression, but we are now in an era where it is crucial to carefully assess whether such an approach is truly appropriate," Fukasawa said.

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Archinect

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

The Spring 2025 academic term is unfolding, and that means it's time for us to take a look at some of the semester's can't-miss events, exhibitions, and lectures in store for our Archinect Partner Schools SCI-Arc , Pratt Institute , USC , Tulane University , UCLA , Temple University , the University of Oregon , Cranbrook Academy of Art , New York Institute of Technology , and Kansas State University.

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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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FEBRUARY 10, 2025

the sleepwear uses biometric data monitoring as well as headphones that play two types of music with frequency bands to help people fall asleep. The post ZZZN coat doubles as sleeping bag with headpiece and red light so users doze off anywhere appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Archinect

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

The new Dodge Momentum Index (DMI), issued by the Dodge Construction Network, showed a 5.6% growth for the month of January to 225.7 from the revised December reading of 213.6. Over the month, commercial planning increased by 4.2% while institutional planning improved 8.7%. "Nonresidential planning activity saw diversified growth in January, with every vertical experiencing positive momentum," stated Sarah Martin, associate director of forecasting at Dodge Construction Network.

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Deezen

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

Yrj Kukkapuro, the Finnish furniture and product designer who dreamt up ideas "until the very end" over more than 70 years of creating, has passed away at his home in Kauniainen at the age of 91. Yrj Kukkapuro died last Saturday 8 February at his house just outside of Helsinki, according to a statement released by his studio, which is led by his daughter Isa Kukkapuro-Enbom and his granddaughter Ida Kukkapuro.

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Archinect

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

The Yale University School of Architecture has shared its Spring 2025 lecture speaker information to go with our Get Lectured roundup of various events taking place on campus this semester. After recent appearances from Sven Blume and Benedetta Tagliabue , the semester will continue on February 21 with a panel discussion hosted by SoA dean Deborah Berke and featuring Maurice McInnis, Alan Organschi, and Julie Zimmerman.

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designboom

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

awa arquitectos aims to preserve and educate about the jagey, a term referring to land depressions or small reservoirs that store rainwater. The post mexican ancestral water reservoirs come to life in parque el jagey educational park appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Archinect

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

Wilkinson King Architects has completed Field House, a low-energy new-build family home on an agricultural site in West Sussex. Made from natural materials, stone, and timber, the two-storey property encapsulates the architect's expertise in sustainable, contemporary design that pushes the boundaries of material engineering. The clients approached Wilkinson King Architects to design a home for themselves and their two teenage children, replacing an existing, small, poorly constructed dwelling on

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Architizer

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

Architects: Want to have your project featured? Showcase your work through Architizer and sign up for our inspirational newsletters. Tokyo, a city renowned for its harmonious blend of ancient tradition and cutting-edge modernity, is undergoing a transformation that promises to redefine urban living in the 21st century. In the face of population changes, climate challenges and ever-evolving technology, Tokyos architects and urban planners are spearheading a renaissance of design innovation.

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Deezen

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

London studio Satish Jassal Architects has completed Rowan Court, a cluster of brick-clad social housing blocks in Seven Sisters that "repairs the frayed edges" of an existing 1970s estate. Commissioned by Haringey Council, the development provides 46 apartments on a left-over strip of land between an existing housing estate and a railway line in north London.

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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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FEBRUARY 10, 2025

designed in collaboration with michail architects, the minimalist interior offers blank canvas for the vibrant, summer-inspired artworks of iacopo capone-doumas. The post surfboards, pleasure, and sun: inside iacopo capone-doumas’ art-filled apartment in athens appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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ArchDaily

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

Completed in 2022 in United States. Images by MDB. MDB dismantled this circa 1881 Wagon house and re-erected it along the banks of the Beaverkill River in Sullivan County, NY. The original 25 x 25.

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Deezen

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

Swedish studio MatssonMarnell invited Stockholm Design Week visitors to the home of co-founder Magda Marnell, where local designers showcased beeswax candles, sculptural chairs and hairy lamps. The design duo , which works in interior design as well as creating collectible objects and furniture pieces, chose Marnell's flat as its exhibition space because they thought it represented their aesthetic well.

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ArchDaily

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

Anna Traumane architects: Onlyonly Studio Location: Riga, Latvia, Riga Central Market, Latvia Project Year: 2025 Photographs: Anna Traumane Area: 100.

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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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EntreArchitect

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

Over the past decade, weve witnessed remarkable transformations in architecture and technology. With the rise of visualization, virtual reality (VR), and now generative AI, architects are finding new ways to express their creativity and streamline their workflows. Recently, I had the pleasure of speaking with George Proud, co-founder of Gendo , on the Entr eArchitect Podcast, where he shared invaluable insights into the intersection of AI and architecture.

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ArchDaily

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

Koji Fujii (Torel) architects: KamakuraStudio Location: Nagareyama, Chiba, Japan Project Year: 2022 Photographs: Koji Fujii (Torel) Photographs: Shinkenchiku-sha Photographs: KeisukeFukui (KamakuraStudio) Area: 168.

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Hotel Designs

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

Hotel Designs Corinthia Grand Hotel du Boulevard Bucharest bringing on the Belle Epoque Corinthia Grand Hotel du Boulevard Bucharest bringing on the Belle Epoque Corinthia Grand Hotel du Boulevard Bucharest, sheltered in an historic landmark in the heart of the city, has been restored by GA Design to seamlessly blend timeless heritage with contemporary luxury… Corinthia Grand Hotel du Boulevard Bucharest , the highly anticipated all-suite boutique luxury hotel opening in Romanias vibrant

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ArchDaily

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

Araras State Theater / Oscar Niemeyer. Image Nelson Kon Inaugurated in 1991, the Maestro Francisco Paulo Russo State Theater in Araras is considered one of the city's and the region's main cultural venues. Designed by architect Oscar Niemeyer, one of the leading figures of the Modern Movement, the theater was equipped with all the necessary infrastructure to host local, national, and international cultural events between 1995 and 2005.

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