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Islamic Religious and Cultural Center in Ljubljana by Bevk Perovi? Arhitekti | Church architecture / community centres

Architonic

The ‘specificity’ of the new location for the Islamic Religious and Cultural Centre is precisely its complete lack of ‘specificity’ – an area that is near the city centre, but abandoned and forgotten, in a fragile undeveloped state, with an uncertain urban future. Much like its historical predecessors – the case of Sarajevo mosques during 19th century being a nearby example, where mosque complexes – built by rich donors – were the starting points, the ‘seeds’ for the development of the new parts

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10 Examples of Sustainable Architecture Around the World

RMJM Architecture

The most recent decades have seen the rise in the construction of green/sustainable buildings. We’ve compiled a list of our favourite green buildings from around the world that combine sustainable design with innovative ideas. The post 10 Examples of Sustainable Architecture Around the World appeared first on RMJM.

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Two Shipping Containers Form a Cozy Live/Work Cabin in Poland

Dwell

The prefab design by Wiercinski Studio looks right at home tucked into its lush surrounds, but it was born to roam. In a community garden near Szelagowski Park in Poznan, Poland, architect Adam Wiercinski of Wiercinski Studio installed a shipping container home in a matter of a day. Portable Cabin, as it’s aptly named, is made up of two prefabricated units that were hauled to the site, where Wiercinski went about finishing the interiors.

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Feels good: natural haptic lacquer panels from Egger | News | Architonic

Architonic

Handling things with care, applying one's strength correctly, having sensitivity and empathy - all this is understood by the famous idea of having a certain ‘feel‘, which is so important in design and architecture in particular. As this metaphorical quality refers to the physical sense of touch, haptics comes into play, which is playing an increasingly critical role in design.

Nature 98
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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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Casa Selene / Degli Esposti Architetti

Archeyes

Completed in 2021 by Italian architects Degli Esposti Architetti, Casa Selene is a residential project that uses asymmetrical compositions to play with scale and relate the building to typical elements. The post Casa Selene / Degli Esposti Architetti appeared first on ArchEyes.

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Hereford

English Buildings

Pigs in blankets Strolling around Hereford cathedral the other week, once again impressed by the richness of detail almost everywhere, we came across a monument consisting of a recumbent effigy set in a niche. The style of the arch and the ballflowers decorating it suggest a date somewhere in the first half of the 14th century, but the ballflowers are outnumbered by tiny carved pigs – sixteen of them – each wearing on its back a heraldic blanket and each snuffling its way towards a carefully car

IT 59
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Presto chango bus hub idea!

Architecture Here and There

Latest plan for a new RIPTA bus hub to replace centralized facility at Kennedy Plaza. (Union Studio). Seemingly out of the clear blue sky a completely new bus hub idea has suddenly emerged in Providence. The Innovation District Transit Center, it’s called. The reigning notion of shifting most buses from Kennedy Plaza to a pair of new sub hubs blocks away has not been popular.

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Black Corrugated Fiber-Cement Siding Almost Completely Covers The Exterior Of This New Home

Contemporist

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Bibliography for Practical Geometry, aka Architectural Geometry

Jane Griswold Radocchia

A list of books by and about builders and architects who used Practical Geometry; many are primary sources. At the end are other sources, websites, and credits. It does not include books I refer to in a specific post. For example: Audel's Carpenters and Builders Guide , Theo Audel & Co. Publisher, NYC, 1923, is footnoted at the end of that post: [link] A few are books on architectural history and technology which I reference regularly: Bannister Fletcher's History and Knight's American Mecha

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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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Shelving And A Built-In Platform Help To Separate The Bed From The Rest Of This Small Apartment

Contemporist

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'We try to make our architecture as invisible as possible' | News | Architonic

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ART DIRECTOR’S CUT, NOVEMBER 16

Landscape Architecture Magazine

The things our art director, Chris McGee, hated to leave out of the current issue of LAM. Photo by Timothy A. Schuler. From “The Bridge Builder” by Timothy Schuler in the November 2021 issue, about fourth-generation Arkansas Delta native Martin Smith, whose vision of an outdoor recreation-led reinvigoration of the delta is becoming a career-defining capstone.

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B73 Apartments by Starh | Apartment blocks

Architonic

B73 is located in one of the central areas in Sofia, Bulgaria. It stands out in the dense urban context with its innovative and impactful look. The building itself achieves a balance between design and functionality that work simultaneously while having high-end material usage and exceptional quality in execution. B73 is located at a corner lot facing a boulevard and an inner courtyard looking towards Vitosha Mountain.

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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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Industrial design elements in retail interiors | News | Architonic

Architonic

At the start of the 20th century, modernist architects were inspired by the vast industrial structures of their age – train sheds and factories, for example – as well as new machines and vehicles, such as steamboats and motor cars. These industrial elements have even entered the world of high-end retail interiors. In these projects, architects and designers have elevated and combined the textures and materials of industry to create an otherworldly, often hard-edged, yet alluring aesthetic.