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Cultivating Green Apartments: A Guide to Integrating Nature in Small Urban Spaces

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Madreselva Building / Vicca Verde. Image Per Thomas Urban living has become synonymous with limited space and creativity for compact apartments. As cities become more dominated by concrete and steel, there is an exciting, yet unsurprising, rise in interest in embracing the green thumb, even within the constraints of a dense urban environment. This interest is not purely to tend aesthetic tastes, as studies consistently show that exposure to nature reduces stress, improves focus, and enhances ov

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How one viral home survived the LA fires

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As sprawling fires continue to devastate Los Angeles , the latest reporting estimates that more than 12,000 structures (including houses, cars, and outbuildings) have been damaged or destroyed. Since the first fires erupted on January 7th, 2025, social media timelines have become saturated with images and videos showing warzone-like destruction across Pasadena, Altadena, Pacific Palisades, and beyond.

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Community Hall / graal

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Completed in 2023 in Beynes, France. Images by Maxime Verret. Spread out over a vast area along the Mauldre valley, Beynes is composed of an old town, home to the majority of services and institutions, and.

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Allied Works selected to design new art museum for Middlebury College

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Allied Works has shared details of a new college art museum project on the campus of Middlebury College in Vermont. The design, which follows their superlative effort on the Palmer Museum of Art at Pennsylvania State University with Reed Hilderbrand , forms a pivotal component of the reconfiguration of the north side of the school's campus and will become part of a new 'arts agora' in unison with four other existing adjacent buildings.

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The Constructor's Digital Transformation Playbook: Reducing Risk With Technology

Speaker: Dylan Secrest

Construction projects are high-stakes operations where even minor inefficiencies can lead to costly delays, safety concerns, and budget overruns. Managing risk in construction has always been a challenge, but as projects grow in complexity, traditional methods no longer cut it. Enter Digital Transformation - a game changer approach that replaces inefficiency with AI-powered analytics, real-time monitoring, and automated workflows to proactively manage risk.

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Bun Pastry & Beverages / Architect Nonsense

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Thanarit jirarapeephan architects: Architect Nonsense Location: Tai Mueng, Phang-Nga Province, Thailand Project Year: 2024 Photographs: Thanarit jirarapeephan Area: 100.

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Water is Coming: DAC Opens Exhibition on Adapting to a Changing World

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Danish Architecture Center (DAC) - "Water is Coming. Image Anders Sune Berg The Danish Architecture Center (DAC) will open its new exhibition, " Water is Coming " in October 2024, remaining open until March 12, 2025. The exhibition addresses the escalating global water crisis, prompted by melting polar ice, rising groundwater levels, and increasingly frequent and intense flooding.

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Check out these winter cabin designs to get ski season in gear

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Ski season is upon us and to get people in the spirit, we've put together a list of the best-looking new winter cabins and ski chalet designs from around the world. Each is taken from individual firm profiles and offers its clients a cozy place to take in the scenery and enjoy close access to some fresh powder. Dig in and take a minute to explore some of these inspiring residential designs to put you in a post-holiday winter spirit that will last the year-round.

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What If Every Brick Had a Future? Rethinking Demolition and Material Reuse in the Circular Economy

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IP School Buildings Model. Image Arthur Wong, courtesy of OMA For decades, the life cycle of buildings was a simple formula: planning, design, construction, demolition, and, of course, the great villain in this history: the landfill. Over time, architectural practice began embracing concepts like reuse, disassembly , and circular demolition, but often as secondary elements, part of the gradual shift toward a circular economy in construction.

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Sunlight and a '70s vibe permeate ALTA's Astrolabe new office project in Rennes

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A new office project in Rennes , France from the Rennes-based firm ALTA Architectes that successfully utilizes its triangular plot in a "radically restrained design" has opened, creating a balance between occupants' well-being and the needs of its clients RÉALITÉS Group. Image: © Charly Broyez Clad in eggshell-colored polished concrete panels and highlighted by outdoor loggias, the building’s central design consideration is the generous amount of natural light that is in

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Revolutionize Concrete Durability with Kryton’s Integral Waterproofing Solutions

Kryton International leads the way in integral waterproofing solutions for concrete, helping architects, engineers, and developers protect their projects from moisture-related damage. With Kryton's Krystol Internal Membrane (KIM) technology, concrete becomes inherently waterproof, extending the lifespan of structures while minimizing maintenance. This proven technology is trusted worldwide for its ability to self-seal micro-cracks, protect against water ingress, and withstand harsh conditions.

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Liuquan Lake Children's Paradise / HID Landscape Architecture

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IMA architects: HID Landscape Architecture Location: Yichang City, Hubei Province, China Project Year: 2024 Photographs: IMA Area: 15000.

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Winner of first-ever Stirling Prize to be demolished

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Salford City Council has approved the demolition of the University of Salford's Centenary Building, which won the inaugural RIBA Stirling Prize in 1996, despite Twentieth Century Society objection. Completed by British studio Hodder+Partners in 1995, the university building will be razed as part of a major redevelopment project named Adelphi Village.

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Pink Mill Aparment / Kilo / Honc

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Completed in 2023 in Pieany, Slovakia. Images by Matej Hakr. Ceilings almost 3.5 metres high, orientation of the apartment on three cardinal points, yet a standard developer layout scheme in an otherwise unique.

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By Arch Giants for Tech Giants: Inside 7 Groundbreaking Big Tech Office Spaces

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Calling all architects, landscape architects and interior designers: Architizer's A+Awards allows firms of all sizes to showcase their practice and vie for the title of Worlds Best Architecture Firm. Start an A+Firm Award Application today. Big tech doesnt just dream big it builds big too. And when it comes to their office spaces, these companies are aiming for workplaces that push boundaries and reflect their forward-thinking values, often collaborating with some of the most renowned architect

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Overcoming Challenges in Specification Writing for Architecture

This ebook is a helpful guide for architects & specification writers, focusing on the crucial role specifications play in building design. It dives into different types, relevant regulations, & best practices to keep in mind. You’ll find practical tips.

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Järva Burial Ground: Creating a Natural Landscape of Remembrance from Stockholm's Urban Discard

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Alexander Assal Opened in October 2024, the Jrva Cemetery offers everyone, regardless of faith or beliefs , a space for remembrance, continuing Stockholm's long tradition of funeral history. After overcoming significant planning obstacles, the site, designed by Kristine Jensen Tegnestue and Poul Ingemann , was created to accommodate burials and funeral ceremonies, with options for coffins, urns, ash groves, and a commemorative forest.

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itaúna house: siqueira+azul brings lush addition to oscar niemeyer home in brazil

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a spiral staircase adds a sculptural element to the itana house while connecting the terraced pavilions. The post itana house: siqueira+azul brings lush addition to oscar niemeyer home in brazil appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Tiger Island Senior Apartments / Rome Office

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Leonid Furmansky architects: Rome Office Location: Morgan City, United States Project Year: 2023 Photographs: Leonid Furmansky Area: 3768.

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lighthouse-like tower rises amid white walls of residence by TAEP/AAP in kuwait

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TAEP/AAP's project includes a series of patios and gardens that unfold within the rectangular walled house. The post lighthouse-like tower rises amid white walls of residence by TAEP/AAP in kuwait appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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The Ultimate Guide To Data-Driven Construction: Optimize Projects, Reduce Risks, & Boost Innovation

Speaker: Donna Laquidara-Carr, PhD, LEED AP, Industry Insights Research Director at Dodge Construction Network

In today’s construction market, owners, construction managers, and contractors must navigate increasing challenges, from cost management to project delays. Fortunately, digital tools now offer valuable insights to help mitigate these risks. However, the sheer volume of tools and the complexity of leveraging their data effectively can be daunting. That’s where data-driven construction comes in.

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El Perdido Spiritual Space / estudio ALA

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Completed in 2022 in El Pescadero, Mexico. Images by Iwan Baan. El Perdido spiritual space draws inspiration from the foundational rustic chapels of the Baja California peninsula. This Ramadas initially built with.

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LAN "deliberately exposes" mass-timber structure of Paris apartment block

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Chunky columns wrap the exterior of Wood Up, an apartment block in Paris by French studio Local Architecture Network with a glued-laminated and cross-laminated timber structure. Created for developers Semapa and REI Habitat , the 14-storey building in the city's 13th arrondissement provides 132 timber-framed apartments raised on a concrete base containing commercial units.

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Mezcal Distillery / estudio ALA

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Rafael Palacios Macas architects: estudio ALA Location: Jiquilpan de Jurez, Mexico Project Year: 2023 Photographs: Rafael Palacios Macas Photographs: Cesar Bjar Area: 2800.

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electric guitar sine by verso instruments creates ‘swelling’ sounds by pressing the metal body

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two main parts make up the instruments body: the solid ash body coated with linseed oil paint, and the pliable, powder-coated metal sheet that wraps around it. The post electric guitar sine by verso instruments creates swelling sounds by pressing the metal body 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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Foster & Partners and Norm Architects Announced as Jury Members for the BHW Awards by inHAUS

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Project: Mahn Model, from the '111 Casas inHAUS' catalogue. Architect: inHAUS Houses. Architects from all over the world are invited to participate in the "Best House in the World" competition, a new international contest designed to discover and reward innovative residential architectural designs that have not yet been built and are still in development.

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Todd Perry — Visual Effects Supervisor, “For All Mankind” & “Star City”

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Todd Perry shares his journey from early VFX experiments to supervising iconic films like Doctor Strange and Black Panther, and the right and wrong ways to use AI.

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House with a Flying Roof / Lorenz Bachmann

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Completed in 2023 in Winterthur, Switzerland. Images by Lukas Murer. The spatial idea is a room on the roof, defined only by horizontal elements: the floor and the two roof surfaces. On all sides, there are views down.

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aptera brings production-ready solar electric car with three wheels to CES 2025

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before the reveal, the company has already completed drive tests for the vehicle, as well as its durability check in pininfarinas wind tunnel. The post aptera brings production-ready solar electric car with three wheels to CES 2025 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