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Dutch landscape studio OKRA wins the 2022 European Prize for Urban Public Space

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Dutch studio OKRA landschapsarchitecten has been announced as the winner of the 11th edition of the European Prize for Urban Public Space in a ceremony conducted at the Center of Contemporary Culture of Barcelona (CCCB) on Tuesday. Their restoration of the Catharijnesingel canal in Utrecht was lauded by the jury as “an exemplary intervention for the survival of our cities in this new climate era.

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Clifton Hill Courtyard House / Studio mkn + Eliza Blair Architecture

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© Shannon McGrath. architects: Eliza Blair Architecture architects: Studio mkn Location: Clifton Hill VIC 3068, Australia Project Year: 2022 Photographs: Shannon McGrath Area: 224.0 m2. Read more ».

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Major changes coming to LA's Arts District as BIG and EYRC projects both move forward

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The skyline of Los Angeles’ Arts District remains on track to be transformed by a series of major developments flanking the LA River. Along Mesquit Street, a Bjarke Ingels Group -designed development of four towers has submitted a final environmental impact report , while a neighboring tower by EYRC Architects recently overcame an appeal which sought to block its construction. 670 Mesquit by Bjarke Ingels Group.

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Library House / Fria Folket + Hanna Michelson

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Courtesy of Fria Folket. architects: Fria Folket Location: Stockholm, Sweden Project Year: 2022 Photographs: Courtesy of Fria Folket Area: 190.0 m2. Read more ».

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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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Winning European Parliament redesign seeks to minimize carbon emissions through reuse

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A group called EUROPARC has won the 1st-prize honors in the international competition to design a new European Parliament building in Brussels after the results of a July vote from the body were shared on Tuesday. The full ensemble included JDSA / Julien De Smedt Architects (Denmark), Carlo Ratti Associati (Italy), NL Architects (Netherlands), Coldefy (France), UTIL cvba (Belgium), Ramboll (Denmark), and ENSAMBLE STUDIO (Spain) for the opportunity to redesign the plenary Paul-Henri SPAAK Buildin

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Disney unveils updated plans for second 1,300-unit affordable housing development in Orlando

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The Walt Disney Company has announced detailed plans and a developer for its new 1,300-unit affordable housing development outside of Orlando. The company says its latest housing project says will support the local Orange County Housing for All plan that will deliver 86,100 units of affordable housing to the growing community before the end of the decade.

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This junior school in Uganda is designed as a ‘large home’ to provide a comfortable educational environment for children

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MJS is an exemplary kindergarten and primary school that provides an inspirational and practical education to the young children in its care. The post This junior school in Uganda is designed as a ‘large home’ to provide a comfortable educational environment for children appeared first on Åvontuura.

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CannonDesign and Foster + Partners picked to design Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center expansion in NYC

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A joint team of CannonDesign and Foster + Partners has been selected to design a new high-rise pavilion for Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in Manhattan’s Midtown East neighborhood. Design details are still being finalized, but the structure will stand a minimum of 30 stories in height and leverage Cannon’s expertise in modular construction techniques in order to deliver a “pioneering medical facility that will be at the forefront of innovation and patient care.

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‘house on a house’ steel roof extension pops up in hague’s brick cityscape

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bloot architecture expands brick building adding a steel roof family apartment in hague's bomenbuurt neighborhood. The post ‘house on a house’ steel roof extension pops up in hague’s brick cityscape 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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FIU Architecture students are getting their feet wet thanks to this long-standing campus tradition

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This is the 33rd year the "Walking on Water" competition has been held at FIU as part of Professor Jaime Canaves’ Materials & Methods of Construction course. As reported by WSVN Miami , "Not many people can say they can walk on water, but these second-year architecture students at Florida International University need to do in order to get a good grade in the class.".

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Architect Rudy Ricciotti turned a Marseille post office into a beach-inspired home

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Rudy Ricciotti converted an old post house in Marseille to create this glazed, timber-framed loft home with a pool at its heart. The French property has beach house vibes thanks to its vaulted interior, weathered textures and sunny outdoor spaces. The Algeria-born Italian architect arranged its living spaces around a triple-height central void, retaining the post office’s original layout.

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Eliot Innovation School, 585 Commercial Street by Sasaki Associates

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Finegold Alexander's comprehensive renovation promotes student engagement and collaboration at every turn. Grand views and thoughtful details bring classrooms, art and technology spaces, and a media center into the 21st century. Yet history remains a significant part as windows overlook the Boston Harbor, Zakim Bridge, Old North Church and USS Constitution.

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apollo architects brings visual and spatial duality to ‘ESPRIT’ house in tokyo

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depicting that duality is a massive exterior facade with a mid-split glass and concrete design. The post apollo architects brings visual and spatial duality to ‘ESPRIT’ house in tokyo 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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Paris 2024 reveals pair of French Revolution hats as Olympic and Paralympic Games mascots

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The Paris 2024 Olympics and Paralympics has unveiled its mascots for the upcoming sports event in the form of two cartoon-style characters shaped like traditional Phrygian caps, which signified freedom during the French Revolution. Called The Olympic Phryge and The Paralympic Phryge, the mascots feature googly blue eyes and red Phrygian caps for bodies.

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brazilian designer and architect fernando campana dies aged 61

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for the past 38 years, the late fernando campana and his brother, humberto, have taken the design world by storm with their boundless and polyvalent vision. The post brazilian designer and architect fernando campana dies aged 61 appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Eastwind Lake Placid is a home-away-from-home experience in the Adirondack Mountains

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On an unassuming road in Lake Placid, lined with antique shops, a general store and a church, a former motor inn has been converted into a 25-room design retreat. Eastwind Lake Placid is designed as a home-away-from-home experience, filled with envy-inducing interiors created by Julija Stoliarova. It’s the second property under the Eastwind Hotels umbrella – run by Stoliarova and co-founders Björn Boyer and Dan Cipriani – and joins an existing location in the Catskills.

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pedal this 3D printed hybrid EV bike by nFrontier for sustainable mobility

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no driver's license is required, allowing users to pedal UILA on bike lanes. The post pedal this 3D printed hybrid EV bike by nFrontier for sustainable mobility appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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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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This Charming Kalamazoo Farmhouse Has a High-Tech Secret

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The Three Peaks house blends a simpler way of life with modern conveniences. When Kirt and Carmel Stauffer moved to Kalamazoo, Michigan, to open a family-run senior care facility, they quickly realized that they didn’t want to live in a neighborhood that would limit how their home could look or feel. Instead, they started searching for a plot of land where they play by their own rules.

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dogs, cats & frogs handcrafted from brass form apiwat chitapanya’s quirky furniture series

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a series of chairs, tables and coat racks capture the loveable dispositions of man's favourite four-legged friends. The post dogs, cats & frogs handcrafted from brass form apiwat chitapanya’s quirky furniture series appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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HKS unveils plans for brise soleil-wrapped supertall skyscraper in Austin

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Architecture studio HKS has released plans for a supertall skyscraper to be built in Austin , Texas, that will be tallest building in the state. HKS Austin released plans for an 80-storey, 1,035-feet-tall (315 metres) skyscraper called Wilson Tower, will be wrapped in a brise soleil. HKS announced the design of a supertall skyscraper in Austin. Taking up a half-block location on 5th Street in downtown Austin, the tower will feature a raised pedestal that cantilevers over the ground-level walkway

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filippo nassetti’s AI explorations synthesize biomorphic forms in sculptural eyewear series

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the designer fuses patterns found in biological and mineral microstructures with artificial elements for his new series. The post filippo nassetti’s AI explorations synthesize biomorphic forms in sculptural eyewear series appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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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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Diller Scofidio + Renfro's David Rubenstein Forum named 2022's best tall building

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The 10-storey David Rubenstein Forum in Chicago designed by US studio Diller Scofidio + Renfro has been awarded the 2022 prize for Best Tall Building Worldwide by the Council on Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat. Completed in 2020, the David Rubenstein Forum at the University of Chicago was named the overall winner at the Council on Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat (CTBUH) awards last week.

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design collective EUROPARC wins competition to renew european parliament in belgium

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the project envisages a permeable structure with minimal environmental impact and an iconic green agora. The post design collective EUROPARC wins competition to renew european parliament in belgium appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Ten architectural attractions in Qatar designed ahead of the 2022 World Cup

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In preparation for the 2022 FIFA World Cup , Qatar has been expanding its cultural offerings. Here, we round up 10 architectural landmarks that have recently been built in and around Doha. Since winning the bid to host the World Cup in 2010, the Gulf state has focused on transforming itself into "a beacon of art and culture" , according to the tournament's organisers.

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paris 2024 olympics mascots refresh historical phrygian cap to fluffy ‘phryges’

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the paris 2024 olympics mascots ‘the phryges’ circle back to the historical conical phrygian caps, which are seen as a symbol of freedom. The post paris 2024 olympics mascots refresh historical phrygian cap to fluffy ‘phryges’ appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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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!