Avontuura
JANUARY 25, 2022
The design is an interpretation of the style characteristics of the historical heritage, with a modern, contemporary twist. The post NEXT architects complete 8 footbridges over Netherlands estate appeared first on Åvontuura.
Archinect
JANUARY 25, 2022
The winner of the SOM Foundation’s inaugural European Research Prize has been announced. A team from Central Saint Martins College, University of the Arts, London will use the 20,000 Euro prize to conduct research that contributes to the Foundation’s theme for this year, “Envisioning Responsible Relationships with Materiality.” The European Research Prize was established in 2021 as an expansion of the US-based Research Prize program.
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Deezen
JANUARY 25, 2022
Greek studio KRAK Architects has conceptualised an angular underground house on the south coast of Crete with semi-open living spaces and an infinity pool that looks out to the Libyan sea. Described by KRAK Architects as a "unique leisure residence", the conceptual house named Casa Katana was designed to form part of the coastal setting on the Greek island.
Archinect
JANUARY 25, 2022
An update has come in one of the most controversial developments in recent Parisian history: The Belgian construction group Besix has been announced as the contractor for the Herzog & de Meuron -designed Tour Triangle in the 15th arrondissement’s Parc des Expositions. Global Construction Review is now reporting that the Brussels-based concern has been tapped by developers Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield (URW) to lead the building and construction of the €670 million ($757 million) mixed
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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?
designboom
JANUARY 25, 2022
the bricks can efficiently help save solitary bees, whose population is declining due to disease, habitat loss, and climate change. The post multi-purpose bricks with tiny holes provide shelter for solitary bees appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.
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designboom
JANUARY 25, 2022
the new 9,000 sqm museum features a huge undulating roof with 100 crater-like perforations to accommodate surrounding trees. The post sou fujimoto tops ‘house of music’ in budapest with perforated roof canopy appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.
Archinect
JANUARY 25, 2022
One of designer Kashef Chowdhury and URBANA ’s superlative recent works has received a huge honor from the UK’s oldest architectural organization. The Royal Institute of British Architects has today announced the firm’s Friendship Hospital project in Bangladesh as the winner of the 2021 International Prize for the World’s Best New Building.
designboom
JANUARY 25, 2022
the curved line becomes the stylistic signature of the apartment, symbolizing domestic comfort. The post noa* rejuvenates flat in the heart of paris achieving effortless intimacy appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.
Archinect
JANUARY 25, 2022
A new landmark in the long history of Chinese housing experiments is about to be inaugurated as Stefano Boeri Architetti 's “social forest” has been completed in Huanggang. Located in Hubei Province’s second-largest city, Easyhome Huanggang Vertical Forest City Complex is a near-identical twin to the firm’s previous “social forest” development in the Netherlands.
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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
Deezen
JANUARY 25, 2022
Shanghai studio AIM Architecture has transformed the second floor of a business park in Hangzhou, China, into a store that resembles a 1970s office for cosmetics brand Harmay. The studio reimagined the space as a retro-looking office complete with desk chairs, phoney bookshelves for makeup items and boardroom tables for other cosmetic products. AIM Architecture wanted the Hangzhou cosmetics store to look like an office.
Archinect
JANUARY 25, 2022
In 2019 , ten architects, artists, designers, and academics came together to discuss their plans for an upcoming exhibition with MoMA's curatorial team. Emanuel Admassu , Germane Barnes , Sekou Cooke , J. Yolande Daniels , Felecia Davis , Mario Gooden , Walter J. Hood , Olalekan Jeyifous, V. Mitch McEwen , and Amanda Williams gathered to discuss what their involvement and exhibition would be and represent.
designboom
JANUARY 25, 2022
slow and continuous, the movement of the cloud generates a visual experience with a fluid, almost dreamlike character. The post vincent leroy imagines enigmatic gigantic cloud floating in the streets of tokyo appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.
Archinect
JANUARY 25, 2022
The fire that ripped through Glasgow School of Art’s Mackintosh building in 2018 was so fierce and all-consuming that the cause can never be known conclusively, according to a long-awaited report. The report by the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS), which involved more than 172 weeks of excavation and examination of hundreds of tons of debris, along with analysis of witness testimonies, CCTV, and photographic evidence, deemed the cause of the fire as “undetermined” This w
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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
JANUARY 25, 2022
In this exclusive video produced by Dezeen for architecture firm TP Bennett , the studio's principal director explains how its latest residential project was designed to meet Passivhaus energy standards. Designed by the studio's principal director Doug Smith and project architect Sam Clarke, the house in Kent, UK, belongs to Smith and his family. Called Haus on the Ridge, the building's design is influenced by the Brownie camera designed by Eastman Kodak in the early 20th century.
Archinect
JANUARY 25, 2022
The hard work of academic architectural researchers has been recognized today as the Royal Institute of British Architects announces the winners of the 2021 President’s Medal and Awards for Research. This year’s top honor has been awarded to John Lin and Sony Devabhaktuni from the University of Hong Kong for their research into self-built homes in rural China.
Deezen
JANUARY 25, 2022
The Friendship Hospital in Bangladesh by local architecture studio Kashef Chowdhury/URBANA has been awarded the RIBA International Prize 2021. The hospital is the latest winner of the RIBA International Prize, which is awarded biennially to a project "that demonstrates design excellence and social impact". Friendship Hospital by Kashef Chowdhury/URBANA has won the RIBA International Prize 2021.
Archinect
JANUARY 25, 2022
Italy’s financial center is taking cues from Silicon Valley to transform an area more than twice the size of the Vatican into a sustainable, post-pandemic technology center. The 4.5 billion-euro ($5.1 billion) redevelopment of one of Europe’s biggest vacant lots includes research labs, a startup accelerator and a science campus. The district will be located about 7.5 miles north from the city’s main core and financial district, which has helped it to power the Italian economy f
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The Architect's Newsletter
JANUARY 25, 2022
Developers WatermanClark and Brookfield Properties are officially moving ahead with the $100 million modernization of New York’s iconic Lever House, with original designers SOM in the driver’s seat. The second [.]. Read More. The post After winning approvals, the $100 million Lever House renovation is moving ahead appeared first on The Architect’s Newspaper.
Archinect
JANUARY 25, 2022
The task, transform the outdated fortress-like 1960s Neuberger Hall (currently named Fariborz Maseeh Hall) into a modern, interactive, light-filled academic hub. The five-story building was originally built in the Brutalist-style, a common campus aesthetic which reflected the pragmatic and inwardly focused buildings of that era. A half-century later, these buildings represent the antithesis of the open, flexible environments called for today.
designboom
JANUARY 25, 2022
the structure utilizes highly insulated shallow foundation technology which allows direct construction on the ground, reducing the need for labor-intensive site work. . The post T+E+A+M completes one of the first accessory dwelling units in ann arbor, michigan appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.
Archinect
JANUARY 25, 2022
Willie ‘Woo Woo’ Wong Playground is one of Chinatown’s few historic, significant outdoor spaces - the only park for active outdoor recreation in one of the most densely populated urban areas in the nation. As part of the design team tasked with the redesign of this multilevel park and playground, Jensen Architects is working with San Francisco Recreation and Parks Department to remodel the existing clubhouse building.
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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.
The Spaces
JANUARY 25, 2022
Industrial style meets organic finishes at this contemporary Marfa compound, built by two different architects in the Chihuahuan desert. The minimalist west Texas property has a palette of concrete, aluminium and glass mixed with abode walls and rough plaster. It sits in the remote desert arts town of Marfa, known for its modernist architecture and site-specific artworks by minimalist artist Donald Judd.
Archinect
JANUARY 25, 2022
The project is located in Shenzhen OCT Loft, Guangdong Province, China, the original building was an abandoned factory boiler building, it is walls had no windows on all sides and were cracked and seeped and it was determined that the building was dangerous and required structural reinforcement before reuse. After renovation it is the multi-purpose space of Zhongcheng “Space Holdings Group”, the first floor and the west courtyard are open spaces for public and the second and third fl
The Spaces
JANUARY 25, 2022
This former factory building in Wood Green has been fully refurbed by designer Max Lamb and jeweller Emma Holt – and their influence is evident in everything from the cork flooring to the Marmoreal marble bathroom. The pair searched high and low for two years before finding the north London warehouse, which dates back to 1906 and was originally used for manufacturing water fixtures, and then as a mosque.
Deezen
JANUARY 25, 2022
Chinese architecture studio More Design Office (MDO) has converted a cluster of traditional rammed-earth houses in China 's Zhejiang Province into a series of contemporary guesthouses called Floating Cloud Township Villa. The dwellings are located in the village of Qinglongwu in Tonglu County, in an area currently being transformed into a cultural and tourist destination known as the Fangyukongxiangsu Cultural and Creative Complex.
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