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Bamboo Branch Academy by Archermit

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“竹科书院”位于四川省宜宾市长宁县珠海镇甬江村,毗邻著名的蜀南竹海风景区。该项目位于甬江村黄觉滩的一个小村庄,四周是竹林、水ஸ

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Retractable screens shelter seafront apartment block in Australia by Koichi Takada Architects

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Australian firm Koichi Takada Architects has completed a mixed-use apartment block on Queensland 's Gold Coast featuring retractable slatted wooden screens and thin balconies that reference the form of a pine cone. Located on Goodwin Terrace, a strip of coastline at the southern end of Burleigh Heads Beach, the 1,012-square-metre seafront site has been developed for property developer FORME.

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New survey reveals the pandemic's mixed impact on AEC firms

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National consulting group Appleseed Strategy has released the results of their 2021 Financial & Economic Survey, a U.S. business study of AEC firms to gauge the ongoing impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on the sector. 43 individuals and 39 companies in architecture, engineering, landscape architecture, and other consulting services, ranging in size from five people to over 1,000, were asked about their current situations compared to one year ago.

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kengo kuma’s interwoven pavilion hovers among bamboo grove in tokyo

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beneath the floating cloth installation, a small area with a bathtub takes shape, inviting visitors to a soothing experience. The post kengo kuma’s interwoven pavilion hovers among bamboo grove in tokyo appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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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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The biggest architecture project completions and openings of 2021

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2021 was the year many long-delayed high-profile projects finally managed to come to a close, overcome additional pandemic-induced delays carried over from 2020, take remaining certification hurdles, and swing their doors open to the anticipating (and sometimes locked down) public. From the plethora of completed and newly opened buildings we had the pleasure of covering this year, here is our curated list of some of the stand-out developments in Los Angeles, New York, Paris, Berlin, Shenzhen, an

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The Frank Gehry-designed YOLA Center is a key cog in the transformation of LA's Inglewood suburb

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It is one of the most vivid examples of efforts by major arts organizations across the country to bring youth education programs out into communities, rather than concentrating them in city centers or urban arts districts. For Inglewood, the new YOLA Center is a notable addition to what has been a transformative wave of stadium and arena construction, which has spurred a wave of commercial and housing development.

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PEELSPHERE is a 100% biodegradable material made from fruit waste + algae

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designed as an alternative to real and synthetic leather, the new textile is both aesthetically pleasing and versatile. The post PEELSPHERE is a 100% biodegradable material made from fruit waste + algae appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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San Francisco is gearing up for a boom in housing development projects

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Even as smaller projects are stuck in limbo due to market uncertainties and astronomical construction costs, the city’s colossal multi-phased projects like those at Treasure Island, Mission Rock, Pier 70 and Power Station will steam full speed ahead. Streets are being laid out, sidewalks poured, trees planted, streetlights installed and buildings are sprouting from the ground.

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the honda ‘shogo’ electric vehicle is sparking joy at a children’s hospital

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developed in-house by honda engineers and currently in use at the CHOC hospital in california, 'shogo' was built to focus on young patients aged 4 through 9. The post the honda ‘shogo’ electric vehicle is sparking joy at a children’s hospital 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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Berliners are pushing to add the Berghain techno club to the list of UNESCO World Heritage sites

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The world’s premier techno capital is back under the grip of the pandemic, but that hasn’t stopped its vanguard from seeking a special status for venues like the Berghain from an international cultural organization with a reputation for being as formidable as its famous bouncer. The Guardian is reporting that a group of club owners, DJ’s, and festival organizers, collectively known as Rave the Planet , is pushing to get the club and several other dance spaces such as Tresor add

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BLUE Architecture Studio erects rocky columns inside Zolaism cafe in Aranya

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Structural columns disguised as huge, craggy boulders dominate the interior of this cafe designed by BLUE Architecture Studio in the Chinese seaside resort of Aranya. The Zolaism cafe is situated in a coastal area in the city of Qinhuangdao known as the Aranya Gold Coast, just a few hours drive from Beijing. The Zolaism cafe features boulder-like columns.

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Claroty office by Switchup

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Claroty is the leading industrial cybersecurity platform. Claroty's comprehensive platform empowers you to identify, manage, and protect your OT, IoT, and IIoT assets—regardless of where you are on your industrial cybersecurity journey. Switchup sought to design an office space for Claroty that provides a high level of function for a fast-moving business while also looking visually interesting at every turn.

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the humanoid robot ‘ameca’ reacts to a nose poke like a real person

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ameca responds to a human waving finger, while it seems to become upset with a nose touch. The post the humanoid robot ‘ameca’ reacts to a nose poke like a real person 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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Dezeen's top 10 hotels of 2021

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With the year drawing to a close, some of us are already thinking about where to holiday in 2022. As part of our review of 2021 , Dezeen rounds up 10 impressive new hotels, including Pharrell Williams ' Goodtime Hotel, a 17th-century monastery conversion and clifftop villas on the Jurassic Coast. Photo is by Guo Zhe. Grotto Retreat Xiyaotou, China, by Studio Avoid.

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vivarium house in australia is designed to be ‘consumed by its gardens’

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australian studio architecture architecture has realized this gently curved extension for an existing cottage in melbourne. The post vivarium house in australia is designed to be ‘consumed by its gardens’ appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Old Town Baltimore - an unkind mirror of Baltimore's planning history

Community Architect Daily

It is hard to imagine a place where desolation, abandonment and plain waste of space is more in your face than at Baltimore's Old Town, a place that has seen nothing but handwringing for the last 30 years or so with few plausible explanations why things are as bad as they are. While we will investigate the trouble (see also my 2016 blog article ), inserted quotes from recent decades show how protracted the problems are.

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d6thd design studio grows triangular cottages in a mango tree farm, in india

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through vernacular architecture constructed with locally sourced materials, indian-based d6thd design studio build the gir vihar eco resort which houses 20 triangular cottages. The post d6thd design studio grows triangular cottages in a mango tree farm, in india 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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Fathom Architects designs London office with more meeting areas than desks

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With the trend for remote working continuing, Fathom Architects has designed an office for property group The Crown Estate "for all the stuff that happens away from your computer screen". Located in St James's, London, 6 Babmaes Street responds to the fact that The Crown Estate 's staff have been largely working from home since the pandemic. Acknowledging that not all activities can be completed effectively at home, the building primarily offers spaces for colleagues to come together or meet w

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hyunje joo repurposes 1,300 baskets to shape temporary pavilion in south korea

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as the winning design of the suseong light art festival competition, the pavilion capitalizes on one concept: becoming more conscientious about using the materials surrounding us. The post hyunje joo repurposes 1,300 baskets to shape temporary pavilion in south korea appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Diana Darling and Aaron Seward talk navigating a choppy media landscape on US Modernist Radio

The Architect's Newsletter

It’s been a tumultuous 20 years for the media landscape. As more content moved online and even the historical giants of journalism looked for ways to monetize clicks, videos, and [.]. Read More. The post Diana Darling and Aaron Seward talk navigating a choppy media landscape on <em>US Modernist Radio</em> appeared first on The Architect’s Newspaper.

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ICON 3D prints BIG’s vision of life on mars inspired by movie ‘the martian’

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inspired by hollywood movie 'the martian', the 3D-printed habitat designed by bjarke ingels group and manufactured by ICON features a 55-inch TV, crop areas as well as a fitness room. The post ICON 3D prints BIG’s vision of life on mars inspired by movie ‘the martian’ 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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SoHo/NoHo rezoning puts Elizabeth Street Garden on rockier footing

The Architect's Newsletter

If there is one predictable constant among the many recent transformations of New York City’s built environment, it is the remarkable speed with which a rezoning scheme can change a [.]. Read More. The post SoHo/NoHo rezoning puts Elizabeth Street Garden on rockier footing appeared first on The Architect’s Newspaper.

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palazzo pianca translates the ambiance of venice into a contemporary retreat

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palazzo pianca experiments with eclectic styles and trends, blending elements from the ancient city with modern design. The post palazzo pianca translates the ambiance of venice into a contemporary retreat appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Improvement Through Studying with LeEllen Lewis

Young Architect

LeEllen Lewis. LeEllen remembers that when she was young, her family used to go to a timeshare that had places to stay that were built in the shape of mushrooms. She thought those were cool, and they were her first indication that designing and building might be in her future. In high school, LeEllen studied drafting and design and found that she liked these subjects and had an aptitude for them.

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Reviving a Rare Walk-up Apartment with Timeless Design

Habitus Living

This private walk-up apartment on Moulmein Road is a rare property. It is 60 years old, and one of just 16 units spread across four storeys. Despite its dated interior, Damian Lee, a neurosurgeon, and his wife Faye Yang saw the possibilities and fell in love with the place. The newlyweds made the purchase and turned to designers Lim Jing Feng and Tricia Lee of ASOLIDPLAN to give them the bright, spacious and elegant home they desired and had envisioned.

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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!