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Villa Apollon by Block 722 | Detached houses

Architonic

Taking its cues from the landscape around it, Villa Apollon by Block722 sits on the southern edge of the Greek island of Lefkada. The project, completed in early 2021, effortlessly merges contemporary architecture with nature, making the most of its context, while respecting its green surroundings. Planted roof and subterranean building techniques were used to restore the landscape to its original form, with the minimum possible intervention, re-creating vegetated areas with local herbs and plan

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Jean Verville lines Montreal row house with sculptural plywood interiors

Deezen

Jean Verville Architectes has completed a residence in Montreal where nearly every surface is made of plywood for a "minimalist, functional, artistic experiment". The MB House is a two-storey property in Montreal's Plateau Mont-Royal neighbourhood, a residential area that was initially made up of industrial and working-class residential buildings. Jean Verville Architects designed the home on a block of row houses.

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Colo Crossings House by Benn + Penna Architects | Detached houses

Architonic

Colo Crossings intersects landscape and shelter in the pursuit of retreat. Located 100 kilometers north-west of Sydney’s CBD, and sitting atop a steep slope above the Colo River, the private abode recesses into its setting alongside its occupants' withdrawal from the city in a rural effortlessness, with containment and refinement perched atop an unforgiving landscape.

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associates architecture shapes introverted house and gallery for designers in mexico

designboom

designed for a couple of young italian-american designers, the property is characterized by neutral color tones and a scheme that ‘works inwards’. The post associates architecture shapes introverted house and gallery for designers in mexico appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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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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Bogen by noa* network of architecture | Restaurant interiors

Architonic

An ancient barrel-vaulted workshop hides under the dust of history along one of the oldest trade streets of Bolzano. noa* breathes new life into this space, transforming it into a welcoming bistro poised between historical heritage and contemporary finesse. Bolzano's mercantile past echoes through the arcades of Via Portici, the city's main axis, which has been a trading hub for Italian- and German-speaking merchants since the 13th century.

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architensions translates classical roman architecture into a coachella playground

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'the playground' brings urbanity to the coachella valley with a colorful piazza, taking shape with playful geometric modules. The post architensions translates classical roman architecture into a coachella playground appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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The spaces you like: 7 of your latest discoveries

The Spaces

Welcome to the fortnightly instalment of our hashtag #thespacesilike , where we round up some of your most startling, serene, and inspiring spaces. Among our highlights is an Art Deco gem in Bucharest and playful Tokyo landmark. Want to share a space you’ve discovered? Tag your Instagram post with #thespacesilike for a chance to be featured. Palazzo Guadagni hotel in Florence.

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polish veterinary student 3D prints functional prostheses to help injured dogs walk again

designboom

the printed components include a socket that holds the dog’s stump and an extra 'foot' element that comes in direct contact with the ground. The post polish veterinary student 3D prints functional prostheses to help injured dogs walk again appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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News: MODA is the 2022 RAIC Emerging Practice Award winner

Bustler

The Royal Architectural Institute of Canada (RAIC) has named Calgary-based Modern Office of Design + Architecture (MODA) as its 2022 Emerging Practice Award recipient. MODA was first established by University of Calgary graduates Ben Klumper and Dustin Couzens in 2013 and has since gained distinction for its designs across a broad range of practice areas and scales, racking up numerous awards including recent back-to-back Award of Excellence honors from Canadian Architect , and an Arthur Erickso

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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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tense architecture network adds circular pool to concrete island residence in greece

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the pool's circular shape works in addition to the triangular form of the house. The post tense architecture network adds circular pool to concrete island residence in greece appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Ep 098: Architecture Presentations

Life of an Architect

Being an architect for some people means standing up in front of a bunch of people and talking about your architectural decisions. If you are a student, you definitely will be architecture presentations so you might as well learn some tips that will make those moments wildly more successful. The post Ep 098: Architecture Presentations first appeared on Life of an Architect.

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geometric central patio cuts through industrial concrete residence in portugal

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the residence emerges from the green surroundings as a large volume with a dynamic black canopy resting on a glass box that makes it 'levitate'. The post geometric central patio cuts through industrial concrete residence in portugal appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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FADD Architects Design Panoramic Penthouse O59

Architizer

Project Status: Built. Year: 2019. Size: 0 sqft – 1000 sqft. O59 is located in one of the most panoramic and suggestive streets of Naples. The penthouse is striking both for its brightness and for its view. Architizer chatted with Marco Acri, Architect and Interior Designer at FADD Architects to learn more about this project. Architizer: Please summarize the project brief and creative vision behind your project.

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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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Brick Lattice House | Srijit Srinivas – Architects

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Excerpt : Brick Lattice House designed by Srijit Srinivas – Architects opted for a cuboid envelope, perforated with a brick lattice façade. . Project Description. (“Text as submitted by the architects”). The house sited on a small 222m 2 plot in a very crowded semi-urban locality in Kerala’s capital city is overlooked by three floors of classrooms of an adjacent educational institution.

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Madrigal 16 Residential Complex // Bueso-Inchausti & Rein Arquitectos

Architizer

Project Status: Built. Year: 2020. Size: 10,000 sqft – 25,000 sqft. Text description provided by the architects. Located in the northeast of Madrid, in the exclusive Puerta de Hierro colony, the project includes four residential blocks with two apartments in the ground floor, a first floor apartment and two duplex penthouses. These residences offer large spaces, balconies, a private swimming pool and gardens designed to ensure privacy in all rooms. © Bueso-Inchausti & Rein Arquitectos.

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Never too small, until you get an inset bedroom without a window

Brandon Donnelly

Never Too Small remains one of my favorite YouTube channels. And I have written about their videos before on the blog. The homes that they feature on their channel are generally below 600 square feet or so, and most of them are well below this mark. Some have even been designed for young families. One of the common strategies that you’ll see with small floor plans is that the bedroom is often reduced to only what is necessary for sleeping and it is often inset within the home, away from an

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Poly-Hankou Mark | M-Design

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Excerpt: Poly-Hankou Mark is designed by a multi-disciplinary firm M-Design which amalgamates traditional Chinese culture and modern foreign culture as the connection of the whole space. . Project Description. (“Text as submitted by the architects”). This project is located in the core prosperous area of Hankou. M-Design, a well-known firm in the design field, takes on the interior design and soft decoration of this project’s sales center, which has long been praised as the most thri

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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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Drywalls are setting new standards in hotel design & construction: Mr. Anil Zadoo, AJMS Engineers Private Limited (Interior contractors in Delhi)

Building and Interiors

A city’s tendency to flourish without constraint is a commonly noticed trend. To put it another way, their growth is absolutely dynamic and flexible. When cities expand rapidly, this dynamic, fluid, and often even unplanned development can result in urban sprawl. As a result, urban planners, architects, and contractors are looking for alternatives that are lightweight and allow buildings to rise taller while saving structural costs.

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M-Design

ArchiDiaries

(“Text as submitted by the Architects”). Practice Ideology. Headquartered in Guangzhou, M-Design is a design firm with 200 professional team members. It is a comprehensive design firm majoring in interior design, FF&E, furniture and fabrics customization, household products, artwork integration and construction engineering. The company has obtained class B design qualification in architecture, decoration and engineering, boasting 6 sub-brands including an architectural interior design brand

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News: Museum Of Emotions FINAL registration deadline is approaching! [Sponsored]

Bustler

It may not be your first instinct when entering a building to consider how it makes you feel, but architecture has always had a big impact on emotions. Different spaces are designed to make its inhabitants feel different things; offices can make you feel energised and productive, art galleries can make you feel thoughtful and curious, and museums can make you feel calm and intrigued.

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5 Tips to Get the Best Out of Your Solar Panels in Shreveport LA

Architecture Ideas

Solar panels are on the rise in terms of their popularity as many homeowners in Shreveport are discovering their many wonderful benefits such as when solar systems of any size are eligible for a federal tax credit, which is available to Shreveport businesses and homeowners alike. Choosing the perfect solar power installation in Shreveport, LA can be intimidating but you can follow the tips below to make the right choice.

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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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MEP Modeler | Bim Global Solutions

ArchiDiaries

Bim Global Solutions is hiring bIM modeler to join their office in India. Job Title : MEP Modeler. Experience Required: 6 years experince in BIM Projects. Skills Required : Revit MEP, Revit Architecture & BIM 360.

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Hereford

English Buildings

Interesting old rubble Back in November last year, the Resident Wise Woman and I made a trip to Hereford, with the aim of revisiting the cathedral (see my post Pigs in Blankets from back then) and doing a little early Christmas shopping. One of the joys of exploring once more a building of the size and age of a medieval cathedral is that there’s always some detail to find that one hasn’t spotted before, or that had escaped one’s memory – the joy of rediscovery is almost as great as the wonder of

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Weekly Highlights 2022 #16

ArchiDiaries

Excerpt : Archidiaries is excited to share the “Project of the Week”. Along with this, the weekly highlight contains a few of the best projects, published throughout the week. These selected projects represent the best content curated and shared by the team at ArchiDiaries. Crosshouse | TDA. Casa Fly | Beef Architekti. Petrol Corporate Building | ENOTA.

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Best 65 Inch TV Under $1000 For Movies And Games

Archute

TVs are generally expensive purchases, especially when looking at the size and the smart TV features. However, manufacturers have made this luxury affordable today by producing premium-feeling TV sets boasting high-end features at budget-friendly rates. For example, you can find the best 65 inch TV. The post Best 65 Inch TV Under $1000 For Movies And Games appeared first on Archute.

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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!