Archinect

JANUARY 25, 2023

With an eye to the future, the first Beijing Biennial includes an exhibition curated by Ma Yansong and co-organized by MAD Architects that juxtaposes historic concepts with forthcoming visions, according to the studio and its founder, whose long-term goal was to imagine a "more open and mutually entangled future." In Blueprint Beijing , Yansong presents the work of 20 of his global design peers, eight other architects, and four Chinese science-fiction films with significant historical narratives

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ArchDaily

JANUARY 25, 2023

Copehagen - Lille Langebro Cycle and Pedestrian Bridge. Image © Rasmus Hjortshøj For most architecture enthusiasts, mentions of the city of Copenhagen will prompt images of pedestrian-friendly streets, suspended bike lanes , quaint water canals, and overall happy residents. The capital of Denmark has many accomplishments to boast: over 60 percent of its residents commute to work by bike , it was among the first cities to set up a strategic plan to achieve carbon neutrality, resulting in an 80% d

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Archinect

JANUARY 25, 2023

World-renowned Australian industrial designer Marc Newson has revealed his contribution to the Nippon Foundation’s ongoing The Tokyo Toilet public design project. Located in the capital’s tourist-heavy Shibuya ward, the Urasando toilet completes the project’s offering of 17 facilities placed across the commercial district beginning in 2020.

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ArchDaily

JANUARY 25, 2023

© Nicolas Da Silva Lucas architects: ACAU Architects Location: Saint-Ouen-Du-Tilleul, Eure – Normandie (Normandy), France Project Year: 2022 Photographs: Nicolas Da Silva Lucas Area: 800.

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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 25, 2023

Welcome to Super Nintendo World, the closest thing you can get to diving head-first inside a video game and experiencing the likely effects of swallowing one of Mario’s magic mushrooms. For Universal, it represents the first expansion beyond film- and TV-themed rides, and a step up in designing a total environment – with the opening timed to capitalise on the release of an animated Super Mario Bros movie this spring.

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Archinect

JANUARY 25, 2023

Following last week’s look at an opening for an Architect at Doctors Without Borders , we are using this week’s edition of our Job Highlights series to explore an open position on Archinect Jobs for a Senior Designer at Extell Development Company. The role, based out of Extell’s New York City office, calls for applicants with degrees in architecture or interior design, and a minimum of five years of relevant experience in the industry.

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Deezen

JANUARY 25, 2023

American company Steelcase has used archival designs by architect Frank Lloyd Wright to create the Racine Collection, a line of home office furniture. Steelcases ' furniture line, which features desks and chairs, was named Racine Collection after the town where Wright created the SC Johnson Administration building in 1939. The building held the original versions of the furniture, which were also manufactured by Steelcase.

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Archinect

JANUARY 25, 2023

Continuing with Archinect's Get Lectured series , we highlight Harvard University's Graduate School of Design (GSD) list of guest lecturers and presenters for their Spring 2023 public programs. The lectures kick off Tuesday, January 31 , with a visit from Landprocess founder Kotchakorn Voraakhom. Her lecture will be followed on February 2 by Yung Ho Chang’s presentation titled ‘Form, Content, and Total Design.

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Deezen

JANUARY 25, 2023

Architecture studio Design, B **s has completed a southern California home that takes cues from the traditional beach cottage and is meant to be "not too precious". The B+B House is located in Venice Beach , a coastal town known for its mix of century-old bungalows and experimental contemporary architecture. Design, B **s positioned the project on a plot in Venice Beach "This specific site is nestled on the edge of the famous 'walk streets' of Venice, where small lots are tightly woven together

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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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Archinect

JANUARY 25, 2023

Gottlieb Paludan Architects, in association with DS Flexhal and MOE, has designed the Agency for Culture and Palaces’ Shared storage facility near Frederikssund. The Danish Agency for Culture and Palaces are building Fællesmagasinet in Vinge near Frederikssund - a building which will function as a shared storage facility for the Royal Danish Libarry and the National Museum of Denmark.

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designboom

JANUARY 25, 2023

the exposed concrete shapes evoke the basalt rocks forming in the region, giving the impression that the house has been standing there for a long time. The post moon hoon stacks concrete volumes to build rock-shaped dwelling in south korea appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Deezen

JANUARY 25, 2023

A team of current and former students from the University of the Arts London have collaborated to create mobile storage units, allowing classmates to deposit and collect materials as part of a " circular economy of sharing". The Re-Use units, which are being rolled out across UAL's London College of Fashion , Chelsea College of Arts and London College of Communication , provide a dedicated space where students can drop off unwanted scraps from their projects so that others can reuse them at no e

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designboom

JANUARY 25, 2023

france-based start-up aglaé has invented a nutritive serum that enables plants to illuminate under blacklight. The post bio-based serum transforms plants into fluorescent artwork appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Dwell

JANUARY 25, 2023

Lake|Flato Architects built them two-feet thick and utilized a courtyard plan to passively cool and heat the West Texas home. Houses We Love: Every day we feature a remarkable space submitted by our community of architects, designers, builders, and homeowners. Have one to share? Post it here. Project Details: Location: Marfa, Texas Architect: Lake|Flato Architects / @ lakeflato Footprint: 5,342 square feet General Contractor: Pilgrim Building Company Structural Engineer: MJ Structures, PLLC Land

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designboom

JANUARY 25, 2023

dworks selects finishing materials with strong durability such as rocks, concrete, and aluminum to retain the framework intact from the salinity and wind of the coastal environment. The post surfers’ weekend house exposes linear rugged concrete facade in korean seafront appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Dwell

JANUARY 25, 2023

Architect Ryan Leidner reorganized the Bernal Heights home for better flow, using white and wood tones as the backdrop for the owners’ Italian furnishings and laid-back lifestyle. Houses We Love: Every day we feature a remarkable space submitted by our community of architects, designers, builders, and homeowners. Have one to share? Post it here. Project Details: Location: San Francisco, California Architect: Ryan Leidner Architecture / @ ryanleidner Footprint: 2,500 square feet General Contracto

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designboom

JANUARY 25, 2023

the micro teardrop trailer is made from foam, aluminum, and poor man’s fiberglass, making the towable vehicle lightweight. The post foam-made micro teardrop trailer for vintage vespa hides portable kitchen in trunk appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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The Architect's Newsletter

JANUARY 25, 2023

The Cooper Union updated its website yesterday afternoon to note that it is postponing the exhibition Vkhutemas: Laboratory of the Avant-Garde, 1920-1930 given the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine. [.] Read More. The post Cooper Union postpones exhibition on Soviet design school Vkhutemas, citing Russia’s ongoing aggression in Ukraine appeared first on The Architect’s Newspaper.

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designboom

JANUARY 25, 2023

the city integrates sustainable solar power and water recycling systems, similar to how cacti store water in their thick stems. The post giant habitable cacti colonize a city on mars in manas bhatia’s AI-generated series appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Deezen

JANUARY 25, 2023

Architecture practice Fabric Architecture has designed a cabin in the West Coast region of New Zealand that provides accommodation for vacationers and features framed views of the surrounding landscape. Nestled among the rainforest trees in the coastal village of Punakaiki, the Biv Punakaiki cabin has a cross-laminated timber (CLT) structure that is protected from airborne salt by corrosion-resistant aluminium exterior cladding.

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designboom

JANUARY 25, 2023

recycled card is molded without additives for the base, while shredded plastic bottles are 3D printed for the corrugated shade. The post cozy cleo table lamp is made from recycled cardboard and 3d printed plastic bottles appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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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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The Spaces

JANUARY 25, 2023

Ab Rogers Design used neon plywood to elevate this former office in Japan’s Kanazawa into an artist’s workshop, leaving just enough of the original building to maintain its brutalist atmosphere. The space is the brainchild of Japanese artist Hiraki Sawa, who acquired the office in 2019 with dreams of turning it into a co-working space. Sawa’s ambitions quickly evolved beyond this work/play parameter towards a more holistic and hybrid ‘co-being’ space that is both a home and a place to faci

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designboom

JANUARY 25, 2023

the exhibition brings together three building projects that illustrate the late architect's sweeping and radical vision of what architecture could be. The post interview: friedman benda exhibits the radical architectural drawings of lebbeus woods in LA appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Dwell

JANUARY 25, 2023

Architecture firm L. McComber stepped in to remedy a poorly executed extension, enhancing its insulation and airtightness while infusing the spaces with Mediterranean influences that honor the family’s roots. Houses We Love: Every day we feature a remarkable space submitted by our community of architects, designers, builders, and homeowners. Have one to share?

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designboom

JANUARY 25, 2023

the permeable design aims to alleviate the oppressive feeling created by the dense urban surroundings. The post mosquito net-like latticework envelops SAKO’s concrete multi-tenant building in japan appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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