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Influences: Louis I. Kahn

SW Oregon Architect

The Salk Institute, La Jolla, CA (photo by Codera23, CC BY-SA 4.0 , via Wikimedia Commons) An earlier blog entry of mine, “ Genealogy of Influence ,” promised a series of posts about the architects and theorists who influenced my architectural world view. This is the latest post in the series. As I write this it is Super Bowl Sunday. The event’s venue, SoFi Stadium , is the most expensive stadium ever built (1) , an enormous and lavish monument to excess, with flash and dazzle to spare.

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Two Interior Design Books

A Daily Dose of Architecture Books

Interior Design since 1900, Fourth Edition by Anne Massey Thames & Hudson , April 2020 Paperback | 6 x 8-1/4 inches | 272 pages | 229 illustrations | English | ISBN: 9780500204603 | $24.95 ( Click here for publisher's description and author bio ) REFERRAL LINKS : Making America Modern: Interior Design in the 1930s by Marilyn F. Friedman Bauer and Dean Publishers , May 2018 Hardcover | 8-1/2 x 10-1/2 inches | 240 pages | 205 illustrations | English | ISBN: 9780983863236 | $50.00 ( Click here

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Corporate Building Envases Microonda by TorresRomero | Office buildings

Architonic

The new corporate office of Envases Microonda; a company that is dedicated to the manufacture of cardboard boxes, is located in the outskirts of the city of León Guanajuato. A new vision was sought to represent the company and its new facilities to supply the growing demand for production. One of the main design factors was the location of the land because the main façade is oriented to the west, so it was decided to generate a system of patios and lattice walls to increase thermal comfort insid

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Felipe Escudero arranges concrete house around central magnolia tree

Deezen

Estudio Felipe Escudero has built an Ecuadorian house around a central courtyard, which features the firm's first furniture collection. The 7,535 square feet (700 square metres) Magnolia House is located at the top of a mountain valley in the Los Arrayanas neighbourhood of Puembo, Ecuador. The house is built around a central magnolia tree. The minimalist , one-storey dwelling is arranged around a central courtyard that frames a large magnolia tree placed within a plant-covered patio.

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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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20 Best Ideas for Main Gate Design: Open Gates to Creativity

Architecture Ideas

The first impression is something that will last in people’s minds forever. Picture a grand house that can be seen from a distance with the beautiful ornamentation on the facade and lush landscaping. Now as you approach the house, you see an outdated main gate design. Ruins the whole value of the house, right? The main gate design plays a very important role in enhancing the curb appeal of the house.

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a tree grows in brazil, through this ‘fortunata house’ by luciano lerner basso

designboom

the house is read as an extension of its context, an implied integration between the private and natural realms. The post a tree grows in brazil, through this ‘fortunata house’ by luciano lerner basso appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Glass half full

Habitus Living

Through the Looking Glass House is a project that came to Ben Callery Architects not long after the studio was established five years ago. Having previously worked with the clients there was a great amount of trust and understanding, which is of particular note given that the owners are based in Europe. From the beginning, Through the Looking Glass has been a project that Callery has gone over and above for, even helping the owners find the right site.

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desert X AlUla 2022 explores ideas of mirage and oasis

designboom

the second edition of international art exhibition features 15 artists exploring ideas of mirage and oasis under the theme sarab. The post desert X AlUla 2022 explores ideas of mirage and oasis appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Osteria Betulla by DA bureau | Restaurant interiors

Architonic

Osteria ‘Betulla’ is the second project of a talented chéf Arslan Berdiev, the founder of the sensational restaurant Birch. Both ‘Birch’ and ‘Betulla’ are translated into Russian as "a birch" But whereas ‘Birch’ is based on pan-European culinary traditions, ‘Betulla’ focuses on the Italian cuisine. The concept of osteria Betulla relies on simple Italian food in the original version with an emphasis on high quality of products.

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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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 UTOPIA’s concrete house gently digs into its greenery terrain in portugal

designboom

seeking to respect the natural surroundings, the design team clad the roof in a verdant veil, fading the boundaries between the build and nature. The post UTOPIA’s concrete house gently digs into its greenery terrain in portugal appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Nicolai Paris by noa* network of architecture | Living space

Architonic

Nicolai Paris: at home away from home A young Italian family chooses as their pied-à-terre a flat in the heart of Paris, between the blue-grey galvanised roofs and the banks of the Seine. Studio noa* has been asked to design the interiors and help recreate the feeling of being at home. An exciting task, which deals with sensations, images and memories.

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vonmercier unveils arosa, a cutting-edge luxury sports hovercraft

designboom

the carbon-fitted vehicle is an amphibious ride, capable of traveling over water and land. The post vonmercier unveils arosa, a cutting-edge luxury sports hovercraft appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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The Loft House Offices by Parviainen Architects | Office buildings

Architonic

The Loft House is an office building commissioned by the well-known Finnish construction company EKE. The building that also functions as EKE’s headquarters resembles the company itself: it's honest, down-to-earth, and prestigious. The architecture, which plays with contrasts in an unprejudiced manner, draws from both the past and the future – from the straightforward history of the 60-year-old firm as well as its current role at the leading edge of technology.

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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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Metro Reports: NW 23rd and Marshall, Zeal Lofts, 2251 SE 92nd, and more

Next Portland

A building permit is under review for the NW 23rd and Marshall Apartments, designed by GBD Architects. In May 2021 the Portland City Council upheld the Design Commission’s approval of the project, after an appeal by the Northwest District Association. Every week, the Bureau of Development Services publishes lists of Early Assistance applications, Land Use Reviews and Building Permits processed in the previous week.

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House Dyuthi | Tales of Design Studio

ArchiDiaries

Excerpt: House Dyuthi, designed by Tales of Design Studio, is located in Parakkad suburbs situated a few kilometers from Thrissur city, the cultural capital of Kerala. The design Strategy was to have a series of spaces that is connected by a central axis, thus reducing the circulation area and ensuring connectivity. Through programmatic zoning, a linear stacked volume was formed.

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Spanish Pavilion Exhibition – Expo 2020 Dubai by External Reference | Trade fair stands

Architonic

Following the motto "Intelligence for life", the joint venture created by international architecture studio External Reference and Onionlab, a multidisciplinary studio that directs and produces international audiovisual installations and exhibitions, both based in Barcelona, results in the exhibition design for the Spain Pavilion at Expo Dubai 2020, organized and coordinated by Acción Cultural Española (AC/E) , which runs from 1 October 2021 until 21 March 2022 in Dubai.

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Tales of Design studio

ArchiDiaries

(“Text as takan from the website”). Ar Shammi A Shareef. Shammi A Shareef Received BArch from the University of Calicut in 2016. After associating with various design firms in India, He established the practice Tales of Design studio in 2018. Practice Ideology. Tales of Design studio engages in disciplines of Architecture, Interior design, Product Design and Landscape.

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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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Hudson Valley Residence // Olson Kundig

Architizer

Project Status: Built. Year: 2017. Size: 10,000 sqft – 25,000 sqft. Text description provided by the architects. “I’ve observed that country living on the East Coast is more formal than the casual lifestyle of the West Coast. With Hudson Valley Residence, our goal was to express a ‘New York’ character while using materials that echo the surrounding landscape.

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Orvay | Isern Serra

ArchiDiaries

Excerpt: Orvay is an Interior Design project by Isern Serra in Barcelona. Orvay is a place to taste wines, where the whole space has been created from color to suggest three different ways to discover the great typology of wines that his cellar hides. Project Description. (“Text as submitted by architect”). The place is located at the beginning of the Born’s Rambla, it’s main facade is just in front of Santa Maria del Mar, an emblematic place of the city.

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Gainesville Center for Civic Arts // Studio Zeren

Architizer

Project Status: Concept. Size: 10,000 sqft – 25,000 sqft. Budget: 5M – 10M. Text description provided by the architects. We perceive culture as the participation in a latent identity. Cultural Centers must be interventions built upon love; a love that is a gracious manifestation of devotion to the benefit of others in a form that is Phronetic and emits a gravity that draws our hearts to the warmest lights of civilization. © Studio Zeren.

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Do the best cities have a lot of immigrants?

Brandon Donnelly

The best cities have a lot of immigrants. — Brandon Graham Donnelly (@donnelly_b) February 13, 2022. I tweeted this out last night while watching old reruns of Anthony Bourdain’s Parts Unknown series. This was a great show. If I were to give everything up and become a YouTuber, this is the kind of travel and food channel I would want to make, except that I would naturally have to add in some equal parts around architecture, planning, and real estate.

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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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Lenvix // STIPFOLD

Architizer

Project Status: Under Construction. Size: 1000 sqft – 3000 sqft. Text description provided by the architects. The modern oval-shaped building exterior influenced the development of interior aesthetics. The apartment looks over the city through the curved glass walls, through which daylight diligently pierces the space and playfully bounces off of the convexed surfaces of the apartment.

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News: Transform public space by participating in Terraviva Competitions' TACTICAL URBANISM NOW! 2021 competition [Sponsored]

Bustler

Terraviva Competitions launches TACTICAL URBANISM NOW! 2021 , a new edition of the architecture competition that puts the focus on the transformation of public space all over the world. Prizes up to 7.000 € will be awarded to the winners selected by an international jury panel composed by, among others, Arturo Mc Clean ( Miralles Tagliabue EMBT), Liz Wreford ( Public City ), Francesco Garofalo ( Openfabric ), Hannah Klug ( Intuy Lab ).

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Redefine your space with Belbien Wall Vinyl

Habitus Living

Luxurious surface finishes such as natural wood, stone, brushed metals and marble are in high demand across the interior design industry. From rustic industrial looks with metal and wood accents to sophisticated interiors featuring stone or leather, achieving an on-trend aesthetic can sometimes require a major space overhaul that can break the budget and create waste.

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Differences Between A Kitchen And A Kitchenette

Architecture Lab

We have been raised on the idea that every house needs to have a dedicated kitchen space. Little did we know that modern times would bring forward the trend of living in tiny houses or even out of your car. Hence, it’s time to evaluate the idea of what really entails a kitchen and if […].

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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!