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2023 CSI Certification Classes

SW Oregon Architect

For the 41st consecutive year, the Construction Specifications Institute–Willamette Valley Chapter (CSI-WVC) is pleased to offer a series of classes on Construction Contract Documents in addition to another set covering Construction Contract Administration. While the principal purpose of the courses is to assist those planning to take one or more of the CSI-sponsored certification examinations , they’re also beneficial to anyone in the AEC industry seeking foundational training in the preparatio

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with an introverted front + extroverted rear, PAN architetti melds two tuscan homes into one

designboom

narrow shuttered openings punctuate the introverted stone front façade, while the rear opens out to embrace the expansive olive grove. the introverted front facade integrates with the surrounding urban landscape, while the rear opens out onto an expansive vineyard. The post with an introverted front + extroverted rear, PAN architetti melds two tuscan homes into one appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Office M-SA organises Tokyo home around exposed concrete furniture

Deezen

Japanese architecture studio Office M-SA has arranged a house in Akishima, Tokyo , around a series of exposed concrete elements designed as extensions of its foundations. The permanent concrete forms act as anchor points for the home's timber-framed walls, which are designed to be easily extended or altered in the future, allowing the client to adapt the interior to their needs.

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DESIGNART tokyo 2022 transforms japan’s capital into an open-air museum this fall

designboom

discover our list of exhibition highlights for the 2022 edition here! The post DESIGNART tokyo 2022 transforms japan’s capital into an open-air museum this fall 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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Topping it off: ten kitchen worktop materials and how well they work | News | Architonic

Architonic

<p>Whether you blame Covid lockdowns, recipe box subscriptions or the latest <a href="[link] kitchen appliances</a>, everyone’s spending more time in the <a href="[link] Meanwhile, popular <a href="[link] spaces</a> remove the option of simply shutting the door on the catastrophic mess of a big meal, before settling in for a relaxing evening.</p> <p>The modern kitchen worktop, then, has to work harder than ever before.

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Modern House // Futuris Architects

Architizer

Project Status: Under Construction. Size: 5000 sqft – 10,000 sqft. Text description provided by the architects. This house is about simplicity delivered with class and on-topic elegance. The house is designed for a family of 5, maintaining enough comfort to accommodate. every member of the family. Black tuff stone, topped with white alucobond, shows elegance from the first glance.

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smiljan radic designs ‘solo hotel’ as a porous terrace suspended over wild nature

designboom

the hotel will mark the latest addition to the solo houses site in spain. The post smiljan radic designs ‘solo hotel’ as a porous terrace suspended over wild nature appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Håndverk+ showcases design objects that symbolise transformation

Deezen

Giant flower sculptures, a chair made out of tree stumps and a set of mini troughs all feature in a showcase of design and craft at Galleri Format Oslo. The Oslo gallery is presenting the fifth edition of Håndverk+ , an annual project that brings together emerging designers and makers to create experimental objects. Nora Kielland presents A New Alphabet, a series of large tulip sculptures.

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News: Thornsett Group and the Benyon Estate named the 2022 RIBA Client of the Year

Bustler

RIBA has announced British developers Thornsett Group and the Benyon Estate as their joint 2022 Client of the Year for their commission of Henley Halebrown ’s Hackney New Primary School and 333 Kingsland Road project in London. The 2015 scheme was lauded as a “significant contribution to the East London community as a piece of social infrastructure” that “skilfully combines a community-led school with 68 apartments on a complex urban site.

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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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Habitus House of the Year is here!

Habitus Living

Now in its fifth year, Habitus House of the Year is an annual showcase of the most inspirational, innovative and sustainable homes from around the Indo-Pacific region. Fuelled from the stories covered throughout the year, each house in the 2022 Selection was chosen by the editorial board, while a winner has been selected with the help of a jury panel.

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Alexander May launches Sized Studio creative space in Los Angeles

Deezen

Alexander May, the founder of creative advisory Sized, has opened a flexible studio space in a former industrial building in Hollywood that will host photoshoots, events, exhibitions and more. Sized Studio was designed over 5,000 square feet (465 square metres) in a former industrial space. The space will host commercial projects, events, dinners, performances and other experiential marketing, as well as public-facing programming.

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Ep 111: Talking Shop with Kevin Rice

Life of an Architect

In this episode of our Talking Shop series. we are joined by Kevin Rice of Diller Scofidio + Renfro and we discuss careers, office culture, and architecture. The post Ep 111: Talking Shop with Kevin Rice first appeared on Life of an Architect. Continue reading Ep 111: Talking Shop with Kevin Rice at Life of an Architect. In this episode of our Talking Shop series. we are joined by Kevin Rice of Diller Scofidio + Renfro and we discuss careers, office culture, and architecture.

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Stant lighting system by Edmondo Testaguzza for Karman

Deezen

Dezeen Showroom: Italian brand Karman has collaborated with designer Edmondo Testaguzza on its Stant track lighting system, characterised by intentionally visible components held together by pins. Taking its name from the Italian verb "stare", Stant consists of static linear and circular geometric modules into which LED spotlights can be inserted at moveable intervals.

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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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Topping it off: eight kitchen worktop materials and how well they work | News | Architonic

Architonic

<p>Whether you blame Covid lockdowns, recipe box subscriptions or the latest <a href="[link] kitchen appliances</a>, everyone’s spending more time in the <a href="[link] Meanwhile, popular <a href="[link] spaces</a> remove the option of simply shutting the door on the catastrophic mess of a big meal, before settling in for a relaxing evening.</p> <p>The modern kitchen worktop, then, has to work harder than ever before.

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Join Architectural Record’s Innovation Conference in New York on October 19

Architectural Record

It’s not too late to sign up to hear a great line-up of speakers, including Marlon Blackwell and Francis Kéré, and earn up to 9.75 AIA credits.

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The Surprising Advantages of Hiring a State Long-Distance Moving Company

The Architecture Designs

If you’re moving to a new state, you may be considering hiring a professional long-distance moving company. While this may seem unnecessary, there are quite a few advantages to using a professional service. In this blog post, we’ll outline some of the benefits of hiring a state long-distance moving company. The first advantage of hiring a state-long moving company is that they will handle all of the packings for you.

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Mohamed Amine Siana Fashions a Curving Villa in Casablanca

Architectural Record

Closed off to the street, a Casablanca Villa opens up to expansive interiors and serene courtyards.

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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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Best Ways to Manage Home During the Energy Crisis

Architecture Ideas

It’s a troubling time for everyone at the moment with bills going up, leaving most of us uncertain about whether our money really is being used in the right ways. In this list we’ll go through a few ways that the average household could change their ways of living by small amounts which could make a huge difference to our bills in the long run. Turn Off Unused Lights.

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News: Rammed Earth Pavilion advance registration deadline is approaching! [Sponsored]

Bustler

Buildings constructed of rammed earth are found on almost every continent on the planet, created by compacting moistened subsoil which, when dried, forms hard and dense walls, bricks, or other structures. Rammed earth is considered a green alternative to concrete, often used in the construction of eco-houses, and is becoming increasingly popular with environmentally-conscious architects.

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Essential Safety Measures of Buildings Required All Inner City

Architecture Ideas

As a building owner or manager in a busy, commercial city, safety should be one of your top priorities. Not only is it the law to provide appropriate fire prevention measures and emergency exits, but it also helps to protect both your employees and visitors from harm. In addition to preventing accidents and injuries, proper safety measures can also protect your business from costly lawsuits.

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Towards the design of Fusion Power Plants by CRA-Carlo Ratti Associati and Italo Rota

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CRA-Carlo Ratti Associati and Italo Rota, together with energy company Eni, illustrate magnetic confinement fusion – one of the most promising technologies for sustainable energy production. The project has been unveiled at Rome’s Maker Faire within a former gasholder. It features the conceptual model of a Tokamak reactor as a starting point to envision the design of tomorrow’s fusion power plants.

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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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A stud farm is transformed into a bright, family home

Habitus Living

In the valley of Victoria’s Strathbogie Ranges, a stallion stud farm has been given a new lease on life, with one of its outbuildings transformed into a family home. Light, bright and spacious, this renovation blends old and new into a considered reimagining, where finishes are luxurious and heritage features hint at the building’s past life. Interior designer Merinda Garrett was given a brief to completely renovate the equine space, transforming it into a family home with plenty of room for ent

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Bicknell Relief Society Hall

Historic LDS Architecture

Relief Society Halls were built throughout the Church from about 1870 until as late as the 1920s. These were special halls just for the Relief Society Organization to meet, conduct business, and hold events. Relief Society Halls still stand from Richmond (Cache Valley) in the north, down to Santa Clara in the south. One example is in Bicknell, Utah: It's currently owned by the Daughters of the Utah Pioneers (DUP) organization.

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From little things, big things grow

Habitus Living

It’s often the markers of time passing that make us take pause and contemplate. In a world enamoured with speed and growth, stepping out of the humdrum of everyday life to create moments of celebration is even more vital. Reaching 20 years in business has been a milestone for Australian furniture brand Great Dane. And one which provided the opportunity to honour the journey so far.

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TikTok wants to open warehouses

Brandon Donnelly

Last week, Axios revealed that TikTok is looking to hire a bunch of people that can help the company build out fulfillment warehouses and an entire e-commerce supply chain system for its users. All of this was discovered through various job listings that the company has posted to LinkedIn. Broadly speaking, this is I think interesting for two reasons.

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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!