Archinect
FEBRUARY 25, 2022
In January, Liberland unveiled its most dazzling and arguably most convincing proposal yet. Working with Patrik Schumacher of Zaha Hadid Architects, Jedlička portrayed his country as a futuristic crypto paradise through a fully realized city in the metaverse. Picture a national assembly hall, a buzzy NFT bazaar, office towers—all done in Hadid’s trademark swooping, swoon-worthy architectural style.
designboom
FEBRUARY 25, 2022
the final structure celebrates the beauty of natural shapes yet adopts an introverted character, limiting the visual contact to neighboring houses. The post niko architect’s futuristic membrane house in russia is informed by natural motifs appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.
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Archinect
FEBRUARY 25, 2022
California -based Azure Printed Homes has announced intentions to construct 14 prefabricated 3D printed homes using recycled plastic. The homes will form part of a new housing development in Ridgecrest, California, led by Oasis Development. The project will build on Azure’s existing production of backyard studios and ADUs , which it produces from its factory in Culver City, CA.
Deezen
FEBRUARY 25, 2022
US firm CLB Architects has blended Japanese and mid-century Californian architecture styles for this house in Jackson, Wyoming , which is broken up by a trio of courtyards. The Tengoku Residence is located in the ski resort town of Jackson , at the base of the Teton Range of the Rocky Mountains. It is situated next to a small marshy artificial pond in a grove of blue spruce.
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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?
Archinect
FEBRUARY 25, 2022
The American Institute of Architects is elevating 88 member-architects to its College of Fellows in recognition of significant contributions to the architecture profession and society. Eligible candidates must have had at least ten years of AIA membership and demonstrated influence in at least one of the following areas: elevating the aesthetic, scientific, and practical efficiency of the profession; promoting the science and art of planning and building by advancing the standards of architectur
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Archinect
FEBRUARY 25, 2022
When Mayor Eric Adams named a commissioner last week to oversee New York’s parks department, he spoke of how important the city’s green spaces were for recreation and contemplation, especially during the pandemic. But he also acknowledged having no particular agenda or master plan for the more than 30,000 acres of parkland under his control.
designboom
FEBRUARY 25, 2022
YES.arch takes advantage of the courtyards’ existing buildings, maintaining a respect for its context. The post YES.ARCH shapes this tiny hotel around ‘twin garden’ courtyards in china appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.
Archinect
FEBRUARY 25, 2022
As part of the organization's ongoing mission to recognize excellence and innovation in the ever-important area of socially transformative architecture, the Royal Architecture Institute of Canada has announced the shortlist for the 2022 edition of its biannual International Prize. Now in its fourth iteration, the award has garnered a reputation for selecting designs based on their quality and civic value by a panel that included Perkins&Will's Peter Busby and Farida Abu-Bakare of Adjaye Asso
designboom
FEBRUARY 25, 2022
the elevated retreat will offer relaxing open-air baths, healthy tofu-based cuisine, and yoga sessions with panoramic views. The post shigeru ban is designing a zen wellness center for awaji island in japan appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.
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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
Archinect
FEBRUARY 25, 2022
The design, by DG Estudio, is an office conversion for a boutique organization specializing in consulting and career placement. The challenge was to take the existing space—a dark and highly compartmentalized office—and transform it into a modern workplace. Without much natural light it was necessary to choose the right materials to bring brightness to the space.
designboom
FEBRUARY 25, 2022
heliograf's iconic soy lamp is now made with recycled plastic collected from shores and rivers — stopping plastic waste at the ‘sauce’. The post soy fish lamp made of recycled ocean-bound plastic now available at designboom shop appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.
Deezen
FEBRUARY 25, 2022
Architect Ibrahim M Jaidah has designed a building in the shape of the year 2022 in Doha , Qatar, to coincide with the county hosting the FIFA World Cup. Built at Doha Sports City opposite the Khalifa International Stadium, which will host games during this year's World Cup, the Iconic 2022 building is described by its developer as being "the first building in the world to resemble a year".
designboom
FEBRUARY 25, 2022
swiss watchmaker breitling and british motorcycle manufacturer triumph announce a long-term partnership. The post breitling collaborates with triumph in watch and motorcycle collection appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.
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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.
Deezen
FEBRUARY 25, 2022
A clubhouse informed by Quonset huts features at an AutoCamp glamping site in southern California designed by American firms HKS and Narrative Design Studio. The property is located in the town of Joshua Tree – on the border of Joshua Tree National Park – which is three hours by car from Los Angeles. It is the fourth location from AutoCamp , which launched in 2013.
designboom
FEBRUARY 25, 2022
the two columbia university business school buildings are designed to enclose a complex network of stairs. The post DS+R completes business school for columbia university with layer-cake design appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.
Deezen
FEBRUARY 25, 2022
Architecture practice Denton Corker Marshall has completed an art museum in Victoria , Australia, with a cubic glass form shielded by large metal-clad plates on its facades. Won by the local practice via an architectural competition in 2017, the new 5,300-square-metre Shepparton Art Museum sits overlooking a lake at the edge of a nearby nature reserve.
designboom
FEBRUARY 25, 2022
'when the owner of the NFT modifies the words in the artwork, the value of the work changes with it,' teamLab explained. The post ‘matter is void’ NFT artwork by teamLab explores the notion of ownership appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.
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The Spaces
FEBRUARY 25, 2022
Pumphouse Sydney was one of the first microbreweries in the city and designers Stuart Krelle and Rachel Luchetti looked to its 19th-century history to inspire their refurbishment of the beloved institution. The Darling Square bar and restaurant sits inside an 1891 building originally constructed as the first multi-purpose hydraulic pumping station for the Sydney & Suburban Hydraulic Power Company.
Dwell
FEBRUARY 25, 2022
With her latest exhibition at SFMOMA, the MIT professor, artist, and architect sends a dire (but hopeful) message: In order to move ahead, we must return to nature. Neri Oxman comes about as close to being a rock star as a designer, architect, and scientist can. She once designed a 3D-printed mask for Icelandic musician Björk, who performed in it. Her 2015 TED Talk on design at the intersection of biology and technology has garnered millions of views.
Deezen
FEBRUARY 25, 2022
Architects and designers in Ukraine have told Dezeen how they have been forced to shut their studios, pause their projects and seek shelter or flee their country as Russian forces invaded this week. "Putin, like Hitler, declared war at 4 am and an hour later began shelling," said Angelika Garusova, who runs Ukraine's Art Space interior awards. "We decided to leave Kyiv.
The Architect's Newsletter
FEBRUARY 25, 2022
Brought to you by: Nonthaburi’s new Museum of Modern Aluminum (MoMA), designed by Hung And Songkittipakdee design and research (HAS) gives a new face to Thailand’s history as an aluminum [.]. Read More. The post The jagged facade of the Museum of Modern Aluminum is as dynamic as the city around it appeared first on The Architect’s Newspaper.
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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.
Deezen
FEBRUARY 25, 2022
Lighting designer Antoni Arola and Spanish light manufacturer Simon have created an installation named Fiat Lux.3 Architectures of Light at Madrid Design Festival. Fiat Lux.3 Architectures of Light was created by Arola in collaboration with Simon within the Cultural Centre of Villa Fernán-Gómez using a smoke machine, lasers and objects including a small tree to create "non-existent spaces".
The Architect's Newsletter
FEBRUARY 25, 2022
A planned 6.3-mile-long park straddling the Rio Grande River along the United States–Mexico border is quickly coming together with the announcement that San Antonio-based architecture and urban design firm Overland [.]. Read More. The post Binational River Park between Texas and Mexico selects Overland Partners to create design plan appeared first on The Architect’s Newspaper.
Westeck News
FEBRUARY 25, 2022
Content courtesy of Energy Education. Fenestration In The Building Industry. Fenestration refers to the openings in the building envelope, including the installation of windows, doors, and skylights. The inclusion of windows and other openings in the home are necessary as they improve the overall environment inside the home, however they do work to break the seal of the home, providing possible places for air, water, and cold air to enter the home.
Deezen
FEBRUARY 25, 2022
This week on Dezeen , we covered the news that leading Japanese architects Tadao Ando and Kengo Kuma are designing holiday homes for the American reality star Kim Kardashian. In a recent Vogue interview, Kardashian explained how she commissioned the architects to create a "zen" mansion in Palm Springs and a lakeside lodge for celebrating the Fourth of July.
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