Archinect
FEBRUARY 4, 2022
A century-old steel bridge in the Dutch port city of Rotterdam will be partially dismantled this summer to allow a superyacht being built for Jeff Bezos to sail through. The controversial project will make way for Bezos’ new $485 million Oceanco-designed sailing yacht, which is about half the length of the Titanic. Bezos has agreed to pay for the bridge’s removal.
designboom
FEBRUARY 4, 2022
valkyrie says its guardian hoverjet has a whopping top sprint speed of 724 km/h. The post US air force invests in valkyrie’s amphibious high speed VTOL appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.
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Archinect
FEBRUARY 4, 2022
The nonresidential building sector is expected to rebound through 2023 after a slow recovery with the broader economy last year, according to a new report from the American Institute of Architects. The AIA’s Consensus Construction Forecast for December 2021 , comprising leading economic forecasters, expects spending on nonresidential building construction to increase by 5.4 percent in 2022 and jump to a 6.1 percent increase in 2023.
designboom
FEBRUARY 4, 2022
with its distinguishable wide-louvered fenders, carbon-fiber roof scoop and heavy duty front and rear bumpers, the porsche prototype is open for bidding on collecting cars! The post off-road power machine porsche 911 baja is being auctioned – keen to bid? appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.
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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?
Archinect
FEBRUARY 4, 2022
The Lexus Design Award has announced this year’s slate of finalists for its annual contest. A total of 1,726 entries from 57 different countries were reviewed by an expert panel that included design luminaries like Bruce Mau, Paola Antonelli, Anupama Kundoo, and Simon Humphries. Finalist submissions were selected for their “original and inventive solutions which highlight the creative interplay between design and technology.
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Archinect
FEBRUARY 4, 2022
It was beautiful. It was a wreck. It blistered on the rocky hillside: a perfect dome, gray weathered concrete and granite connected by a bridge to an eroded staircase. The day was warm and bright, the interiors were crumbling and stuffy. Some rooms contained odd bits of dusty ’60s Italian modern furniture, bright-green glazed tiles and faded taupe cushions.
designboom
FEBRUARY 4, 2022
the light-filled transport hub takes shape with a light, elegant structure and a fluid, flower-like roof. The post Aedas models its zhanjiang central station hub after a blossoming ‘bauhinia’ flower appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.
Archinect
FEBRUARY 4, 2022
A unionization effort at SHoP Architects that drew attention from across the industry has now been defeated after organizers officially withdrew their petition with the National Labor Review Board (NLRB) to form a labor union within the office. After a push toward unionization was first made public by the New York Times in December, staffers at the 26-year-old firm are now abandoning the effort, citing a “powerful anti-union campaign” from within and decisions amongst the petitioners
designboom
FEBRUARY 4, 2022
the project is developed with the aim of updating the domestic space according to new models of use and environmental consciousness. The post TAKK renovates family house in madrid with energy saving strategies and a playful approach 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
Archinect
FEBRUARY 4, 2022
A perfect fusion between fine artists, fashion designers, and rocket scientists is taking flight in New England thanks to the ambitious efforts of some of The Rhode Island School of Design (RISD) nerdier undergraduates. NASA and the prestigious design school are now teaming up to outfit astronauts on the agency’s upcoming Artemis I lunar expedition.
designboom
FEBRUARY 4, 2022
wildflower studios will rise seven stories and combine a film, television, production, and creative studio complex in queens. The post bjarke ingels teams with robert de niro to design new york’s film village ‘wildflower studio’ appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.
Archinect
FEBRUARY 4, 2022
The World Economic Forum has published a briefing paper setting out its recommendations for sustainable building development. Titled Accelerating the Decarbonization of Buildings: The Net-Zero Carbon Cities Building Value Framework ,” the document sets to establish a series of practical steps at the design stage to reduce operational carbon emissions.
The Architect's Newsletter
FEBRUARY 4, 2022
Is the third time truly the charm for Two World Trade Center? New renderings spotted by New York YIMBY on February 1 seem to reveal the long-delayed tower’s new look, [.]. Read More. The post New Two World Trade Center renders reveal a mirrored revamp appeared first on The Architect’s Newspaper.
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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.
Archinect
FEBRUARY 4, 2022
A proposed Downtown high-rise with a design inspired by California's redwood trees has taken a key step forward, following the publication of a Sustainable Communities Environmental Assessment for the project. Designed by Koichi Takada Architects , with MVE + Partners serving as architect of record, and RIOS as landscape architect, the 40-story tower located at the southwest corner of 11th and Hill streets in the South Park neighborhood will replace a two-story warehouse.
The Architect's Newsletter
FEBRUARY 4, 2022
In 2021, AN published 71 facades articles. Here, we round up the most popular, including many that feature unique materials and construction methods. Ranging from large dormitories by well-known firms [.]. Read More. The post Here are the top facades <em>AN</em> highlighted in 2021 appeared first on The Architect’s Newspaper.
Archinect
FEBRUARY 4, 2022
The 11-story 16-unit residential building sits among 19th century loft buildings. The design of 48 Bond pushes a modern, multi-faceted façade which intentionally plays against the fenestration of the historic lofts. Flamed charcoal-grey granite is offset by canted bay windows that cast a play of shadows on the building facade throughout the course of the day.
The Spaces
FEBRUARY 4, 2022
A symphony of rustic textures awaits inside this Barcelona factory turned townhouse, with classic loft spaces and reclaimed furnishings. The brick-and-concrete home – on the market via Barcelona & Costa Brava Sotheby’s International Realty for €1,634,540 – dates from the 1960s and is located in the Sagrada Família neighbourhood, part of the Eixample district.
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Archinect
FEBRUARY 4, 2022
Please join us at Arcosanti for the next lecture in our series on Regional. Architecture. Wanda Dalla Costa’s lecture is entitled Pluriverse. Rising: Indigenous Design. Dalla Costa, AIA, LEED A.P. is a member of the Saddle Lake Cree Nation. She is an architect and an Institute professor and a YBCA 100 2019 honoree, an award which celebrates people, organizations, and movements shifting culture through ideas, their art, and their activism.
designboom
FEBRUARY 4, 2022
with entries open until february 28, the challenge aims to help realize ideas and technologies for a better society. The post WIRED COMMON GROUND CHALLENGE awaits your application to improve society appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.
Archinect
FEBRUARY 4, 2022
Cambridge, MA - HMFH Architects , in partnership with The Boston Architectural College (BAC), today announced the establishment of the HMFH Scholarship Fund, created to expand academic opportunities for students underrepresented in the architecture and design professions. This new Scholarship aims to increase access to these professions for Black, Indigenous, people of color, first-generation college students, students with disabilities, and other underrepresented populations.
Architizer
FEBRUARY 4, 2022
Project Status: Built. Year: 2020. Text description provided by the architects. Bungalow 8 is the latest in a long series of renovated Bungalows our office has undertaken in the last 15 years around Melbourne. This unique period style home typically features wide corridors, deep front verandas, textured plasterboard, and subtle timber detailing inside and out that was traditionally borrowed from a Japanese vernacular. © Splinter Society Architecture. © Splinter Society Architecture.
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.
Archinect
FEBRUARY 4, 2022
If you want to experience the Dutch seasons intensely, you'll have to reside in the compact wooden house architect Joris Verhoeven has realized for himself. It is situated within the Drijflanen nature reserve in Tilburg. A heather area where the sheep used to graze for the wool industry. The building features strategically placed windows, to offer striking painting-like views all year long.
Deezen
FEBRUARY 4, 2022
This video , shared exclusively with Dezeen, shows the living area of a Milanese apartment by Memphis Group founder Ettore Sottsass being dismantled and rebuilt inside the city's Triennale di Milano museum. The apartment, named Casa Lana, was originally designed by the Italian architect in 1965 for his close acquaintance Giovanni Lana, a lithographer and printer.
designboom
FEBRUARY 4, 2022
the wooden façade creates a visual juxtaposition to the high-end shopping district that meets a combination of metallic and glassy exteriors. The post klein dytham architecture clads osaka’s cartier store façade in luminous protruding diamonds appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.
Deezen
FEBRUARY 4, 2022
The recent lost of Marcel Breuer's Geller I house should be a wake up call to protect significant modern homes in the US, just as the demolition of Penn Station kicked off the preservation movement in New York, says Liz Waytkus. The demolition of Marcel Breuer 's Geller I house last week is a tragedy that should never have been allowed to happen.
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