Archinect
MARCH 12, 2023
Contextualized in a historical moment of change in Mexico, Dichotomies of Power invites the visitor's interpretive capacity to immerse himself in three dimensions of the representation of power: The first, real and represented by the smelting room, which summarizes the long extinct colonial tradition of coin production - the most widely used way of representing the economic power of a nation.
ArchDaily
MARCH 12, 2023
© Giaime Meloni architects: Orma Architettura Location: 20169 Bonifacio, France Project Year: 2021 Photographs: Giaime Meloni Area: 220.
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SW Oregon Architect
MARCH 12, 2023
The March meeting of the Construction Specifications Institute-Willamette Valley Chapter featured a fascinating tour of the $90 million renovation project in progress at Huestis Hall on the campus of the University of Oregon. While the extensive renovation will result in a comprehensive overhaul of all the building’s major systems—including exterior envelope improvements, removal of barriers to accessibility, M/E/P upgrades, replacement of its elevators, and more—the primary focus of the present
Architonic
MARCH 12, 2023
<p>Sustainability certifications have not paused at the altar of luxury hospitality. Just like the rest of the design world, high-end properties around the globe are increasingly put under pressure from guests and official tourist bodies to lay open their approach to combatting climate change and ensure a sustainable stay.</p> <p>Living up to this task, however, comes with a particular set of challenges when trying to offer a personalised, hyper-local and often opulent ex
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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?
Deezen
MARCH 12, 2023
Finnish mobile manufacturer Nokia has partnered with repair specialists iFixit to release the smartphone G22, which comes with replaceable parts and toolkits so that customers can fix their phone themselves. The collaboration was born from the increasing demand for home solutions, as more people integrate repair into their lives, iFixit explained. "People want to fix things themselves, and we're happy to help manufacturers meet those needs," said iFixit chief executive officer Kyle Wiens.
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Habitus Living
MARCH 12, 2023
In 2018, Hana Tsukamoto and Irene Chang opened Maana Homes – a company offering bespoke short-term stays in restored machiyas (traditional Japanese wooden merchant houses) geared toward mindful travel. These are tastefully furnished with craft pieces from POJ Studio (Pieces of Japan) – another brand founded by Tsukamoto with Tina Koyama in 2020 as an online store that produces original lifestyle goods made by local artisans.
designboom
MARCH 12, 2023
the family home has spaces for play and exploration and offers seclusion from the street and adjacent neighbors. The post masonry blade walls & a floating timber volume compose ‘peninsula house’ in australia appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.
Deezen
MARCH 12, 2023
Canadian studio Superkül has updated the reading room at the University of Toronto's Robarts Library, a notable example of brutalist architecture. The project involved renovating the cavernous concrete space on the building's fourth floor, as part of the university's larger initiative to revitalise the Robarts Library, which Superkül described as "one of North America's most significant examples of brutalist architecture".
designboom
MARCH 12, 2023
lechner.lechner.architects develops an internal vertical promenade that applies metal cladding contrasting the wooden texture. The post interwoven larch wood slabs wrap around youth hostel in the austrian alps 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
Deezen
MARCH 12, 2023
Indian architecture studio Morphogenesis referenced traditional housing when creating this stone-covered skincare factory in the village of Lodsi in India. The 929-square-metre building provides production facilities for the skincare brand Forest Essentials, replacing its old facility on the same site in the Himalayan foothills. Morphogenesis has created the Forest Essentials factory in Lodsi Morphogenesis ' aim for the building, named The Lodsi Community Project for Forest Essentials, was for i
designboom
MARCH 12, 2023
echoing its context, the project fuses faubourienne architecture, compact volumetry, classical orderly facades and discreet modenature. The post wooden residential complex reinterprets characteristic parisian suburban architecture appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.
Santa Cruz Architect
MARCH 12, 2023
The active ingredient in concrete is cement, and concrete’s ubiquitous usage makes cement the most widely used industrial commodity today. The world consumes about half a ton of cement per person per year. But alongside its positive benefits as a construction material, cement also puts a major strain on the environment. Cement production currently accounts for 3% of world energy consumption and roughly 8% of global greenhouse gas emissions.
designboom
MARCH 12, 2023
from its simplified construction, the chair can extend for use as either furniture or hardware, defined by a durable, tensile system. The post 1/plinth studio’s industrial PU-T-B chair sits between furniture and hardware design 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.
Santa Cruz Architect
MARCH 12, 2023
Accessory dwelling units (ADUs) present unique design challenges that require unique solutions. There is simply less square footage to go around, which means that space is at a premium. The most functional ADUs take advantage of design tips and tricks that make interior spaces feel lighter, more spacious, and more efficient. Whether your ADU is intended to become a home office, in-law unit, or rental, these design tips can help you create a unique space that works for any function you need it to
Brandon Donnelly
MARCH 12, 2023
The University area is one of 53 community planning areas in the City of San Diego. And this one, as the name suggests, houses the University of California, San Diego (UCSD), which is at the northern end of the blue transit line. The last time the University Community Plan was updated was in 1987, and so it’s an old plan and it is currently being redone to better align with the City’s current strategic plan — which includes things like “creating homes for all of us”
Architonic
MARCH 12, 2023
Discover the Ferdinand Hotel, located in the heart of the historic centre of Tours and entirely renovated in 2021. The rooms are decorated with our historical patterns such as Volutes, Shan or Tulips. Indeed, these patterns are directly taken from the archives of the Maison Isidore Leroy. After a meticulous re-editing process, these designs are now produced by traditional cylinder printing, a process similar to the one used by Isidore Leroy since 1849.
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Bustler
MARCH 12, 2023
Music festivals are popular across the world, giving music fans a chance to meet and experience their favorite bands and artists live and in a crowd of fellow supporters. And while you’d expect to see pop music festivals, rock music festivals and jazz music festivals, you may not have expected a classic music festival. Sansusī is just that, a festival dedicated to celebrating classical and contemporary chamber music within a modern festival setting.
Architonic
MARCH 12, 2023
At the 29th rue Saint-Sulpice in Saint-Germain-des-Prés, in the heart of the Latin Quarter, an iconic area of Parisian interior design, the first permanent Isidore Leroy boutique has opened. Formerly Maison de Famille, this 200 square metre setting is now the first Isidore Leroy showroom.
Habitus Living
MARCH 12, 2023
For Salone del Mobile Milan, the biggest design event on the calendar, 2023 marks the return of the fair to its usual time slot in April. There are plenty of events and previews filling the diary, which we’ll give you a front-row seat for, including some exciting activations from Swiss appliance brand V-ZUG. Conceived under the concept of Closing the Circle, V-ZUG will continue to explore the theme of circularity, in alignment with its long-term commitment to ‘Closing the circle’ Exp
Architonic
MARCH 12, 2023
Located in a beautiful residential apartment, overlooking the Opera House, this showflat in Budapest was conceived not only as a showroom but also as a meeting and experience point, an interior design pilot project, and a reference point for the creation of complete turnkey furnishing solutions. The result is an elegant environment that reflects the intimate and sophisticated atmosphere of the Opera House: soft lighting, fresh colors, elegant lines, metals and mirrors, all of high quality and wi
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.
Habitus Living
MARCH 12, 2023
It’s a fine balance to take a heritage brand and everything it stands for and inject it with modernity without losing sight of its DNA. Piero Lissoni , the artistic director for B&B Italia , has a deep understanding of the company’s history and the importance of protecting it as a renowned creator. There’s a rich history that must be respected and preserved.
Architonic
MARCH 12, 2023
Bringing allusions to the mining era of Minas Gerais, we seek to align the concept of contemporary living with our cultural roots, referring to “A Casa Original”, the sample's motto. The main entrance is through the deck, an outdoor area that sets the mood for the atmosphere of the environment, with an intimate living room and the presence of the sculpture sculpted in soapstone by artist Ronnie Ryba, a reinterpretation of MODULOR we are invited to “dive” into the universe of the great honor
Habitus Living
MARCH 12, 2023
For Salone del Mobile Milan, the biggest design event on the calendar, 2023 marks the return of the fair to its usual time slot in April. There are plenty of events and previews filling the diary, which we’ll give you a front-row seat for, including some exciting activations from Swiss appliance brand V-ZUG. Conceived under the concept of Closing the Circle, V-ZUG will continue to explore the theme of circularity, in alignment with its long-term commitment to ‘Closing the circle’ Exp
Architonic
MARCH 12, 2023
For this amazing kitchen project our partner in South Africa, Valcucine Cape Town, collaborated with Malan Vorster Architecture Interior Design, a Cape Town-based architecture practice with a strong focus on design that provides an integrated professional service encompassing master planning, architecture, interior architecture, construction supervision and interior design.
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