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10 modern home designs we liked this week

Archinect

In case you haven't checked out Archinect's Pinterest boards in a while, we have compiled ten recently pinned images from outstanding projects on various Archinect Firm and People profiles. Today's top images (in no particular order) are from the board Houses. Tip: Use the handy FOLLOW feature to easily keep up-to-date with all your favorite Archinect profiles.

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It’s a Cowork, or a Retreat—It’s a Tiny Cabin Cowork Retreat

Dwell

Find Sanctuary’s office cabins promise a restorative escape for anyone who’s burned out at work. Years of a hustle culture mentality in the start-up world left Charlie Hammond struggling with debilitating stress and anxiety; the Los Angeles–based investor and entrepreneur knew he had to find a better balance in order to sustain. His answer to improving his own mental health?

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General Architecture Collaborative completes brick community centre in Rwanda

Avontuura

The project uses traditional and advanced construction methods which utilized local sustainable building practices and regional materials. The post General Architecture Collaborative completes brick community centre in Rwanda appeared first on Åvontuura.

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Ten inventive bookshop interiors designed to enhance the browsing experience

Deezen

A second-hand bookstore styled like a greengrocer and an outlet modelled on old libraries are among the projects collected in our latest lookbook , which explores bookshop interior designs. Architects and designers across the globe have created bookstores with striking interiors that offer more than just a place to buy things. From a hall of zigzagged staircases in China to a yellow-hued grotto in east London, here are 10 bookshop interiors that provide immersive and unusual browsing experiences

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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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New York City proposes a bounty for reporting bike-lane blockers

Brandon Donnelly

The general rule when it comes to bike lanes is that, if you build them without some sort of grade-separation, at some point a car is going to park in them. But here are two possible solutions to this problem. The first is that you could build some sort of grade-separation that can’t be driven over. And the second is as follows : Now a New York City Council member is pushing a bill that would give civilians the power to report bike lane scofflaws, as well as vehicles that block entrances

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‘atmosphere’ spa forms under arched terrain in the mountainous alpine scenery

designboom

hadi teherani architects fuse 'atmosphere' spa in austrian terrain as an expansion of krallerhof hotel. The post ‘atmosphere’ spa forms under arched terrain in the mountainous alpine scenery appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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GRT Architects combines oak and mosaic tiles for East Village Apartment renovation

Deezen

New York-based GRT Architects has rearranged the layout of an apartment in the East Village and added warm materials during its renovation. The studio undertook the project in Onyx Court, a six-storey corner Beaux-Arts structure on Second Avenue built in 1902 by Harde & Short. The East Village Apartment renovation involved relocating the kitchen to a brighter space.

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OBMI’s ‘aera’ vertical resort proposes an organic stack of landscape oases

designboom

dropping a stack of oasis environments into any city offers immediate access to a resort while preserving wild nature. The post OBMI’s ‘aera’ vertical resort proposes an organic stack of landscape oases appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Mon Parnasse Flower Shop by Canobardin | Shop interiors

Architonic

A new franchise of florists: Mon Parnasse. A new concept of florists in which flowers are available to everyone and make us no longer have an excuse not to buy them. The opportunity: A comprehensive brand project. Together with Woz’ere, it was necessary to develop an image capable of exhaling airs of Parisian flower markets and inviting people to take an unforgettable walk inside.

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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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nina nomura crafts artfully perforated landscape by melting holes into plastic everyday items

designboom

the japanese artist gives new life to the plastic objects, while artificial light transforms the holes into tiny illuminated cells. . The post nina nomura crafts artfully perforated landscape by melting holes into plastic everyday items appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Call for Proposals – 24th International Garden Festival: Roots

World Architecture Community

The International Garden Festival is launching a call for proposals to select designers to create the new temporary gardens for the Festival’s Ööth edition, which will open on June ', ”', on the site of Les Jardins de Métis / Reford Gardens. Building o.

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instead of limestone caves, shin jung-yeon collects urban stalactites from city buildings

designboom

cities become fields of 'treasure hunting' to be explored in search for urban speleothems. The post instead of limestone caves, shin jung-yeon collects urban stalactites from city buildings appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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2 days left to enter WA Awards 42nd Cycle

World Architecture Community

With only Ö days left to enter WA Awards Ç+ö+X öÖnd Cycle! You can still finalize your entry before the deadline closes on Monday, Öö October (':öü GMT +â).You can start your entry today by creating an account from.

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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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Reposting “Lost Providence”

Architecture Here and There

Click to enlarge. Five years have passed since the publication of Lost Providence , so there is no better time than now to re-introduce my book to readers of my blog. In 2015, the History Press asked me to expand one of my last Providence Journal columns, “Providence’s 10 best lost buildings,” into a book. I persuaded my editor to let me add 11 chapters on economic development projects, whether “lost” or completed, as far back as the early 19th century.

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Laila Architecture centres Tel Aviv apartment with birch plywood "iceberg"

Deezen

A birch plywood storage volume that resembles an iceberg helps to divide the living spaces inside this Tel Aviv apartment revamped by Laila Architecture. Decked out in natural materials and pale hues, the Iceberg apartment is designed to be a serene haven in the city for its retired owners. The Iceberg apartment is arranged around a birch ply storage unit.

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Reactivation of Plaza del Carme by unparelld'arquitectes | Shop interiors

Architonic

Shopping is an integral part of the street. Improving the vitality, comfort, and safety of the public space was done by fostering occupancy of closed shops and emphasizing relationships through the shop windows. That was the task developed on the street in the project, Good morning, Carme! (Olot, 2021). In a single year, 1000 m² of shops were opened and 120 m of façade were redesigned in a single square in the old town.