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Punta Colorada III Shelter / TATÚ Arquitectura

ArchDaily

© Marcos Guiponi. architects: TATÚ Arquitectura Location: Punta Colorada, Maldonado Department, Uruguay Project Year: 2021 Photographs: Marcos Guiponi Area: 60.0 m2. Read more ».

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The joy of hating modernism

Architecture Here and There

My favorite writer of all time is William Hazlitt, the British essayist of the early 19th century and contemporary of Charles Lamb and Samuel Taylor Coleridge. He was considered a “good hater” (or maybe it was “a good damner”) and in fact wrote an essay called “On the Pleasure of Hating,” in which he writes, “Nature seems (the more we look into it) made up of antipathies: without something to hate, we should lose the very spring of thought and action.” Charles Lamb,

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Architecture for London uses stone to give house extension "a sense of permanence"

Deezen

Architecture for London has used a palette of stone , concrete and wood to create this monolithic rear extension to a house in Islington, which features a small arched entrance for the owner's cat. Aptly named Stone House, the extension was designed by Clerkenwell-based studio Architecture for London for a family who wanted to expand the living spaces of their Grade II listed home while retaining its existing character.

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My House: A Designing Couple Treat Their Eichler to a Refresh with Funky, Vintage Style

Dwell

Greg Ledesma and Paula Ayala display their passion for all things midcentury with their online shop, and through their restored Southern California home. "It was the most beautiful house I’d ever seen," says Paula Ayala, a photographer, film editor, and midcentury-design fanatic, of the first time she walked through the front door of Greg Ledesma’s half-renovated Eichler in 2018.

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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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Staying on top of the curve with MDF by Unilin | News | Architonic

Architonic

In a world where our understanding of what makes something luxury is being turned on its head, the once humble construction material, <a href="[link] is coming off pretty well. When it comes specifically to the realm of design and architecture, what is now considered luxurious is not so much the shiny, rare resource, but the thoughtfully and sustainably produced.

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Milan Design Week: DAAily fair and city guides available now | News | Architonic

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Milan Design Week is a worldwide festival of innovation and creativity. Local expert <a href="[link] rel=“nofollow">Designboom</a> has been educating visitors on the event for over 20 years, highlighting works and installations from international artists, architects and trend-setters, while both <a href="[link] rel=“nofollow">Architonic</a> and <a href="[link] rel=“nofollow">ArchDaily</a> have treated the festival – host to

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Introducing your 2022 Saturday Indesign speakers

Habitus Living

Saturday Indesign is an event that’s big on cutting-edge knowledge and fresh inspiration, that looks to awaken the senses to all the newest developments in the world of design. Nowhere is this more apparent than the Saturday Indesign Design Discussions, where curated panels feature some of the industry’s most exciting names going toe-to-toe on topical conversations.

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Back to black: dark kitchens that help outline open interiors | News | Architonic

Architonic

As a first-choice destination for recently-risen and -returning inhabitants, <a href="[link] are the lifeblood of any home. They’re spaces for communal calendars, incremental to-do lists and possibly-important-key drawers, where all household tasks are, if not completed within its four walls, surveyed and audited. But what if the kitchen doesn’t have four <a href="[link] <a href="[link] in open interiors have an expanded visual and physical connection with their surroundi

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Stories in the walls

Habitus Living

Visiting the countryside creates stories and adventures for all generations – and in Phú Yên, Story Architecture transformed this journey into a narrative. A home of hidden archways and courtyards – a mimicry of the rolling hills – resides in this coastal province. The dazzling white of the smoothed cement walls is the first thing you see, alongside turquoise touches in the wooden doors, which complement the oceanic escape.

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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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marguerite humeau on ‘migrations’, her sculptural sea creatures at the venice art biennale

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we speak with the french artist about her mythological ecosystem, composed of marine creatures made of salt, bone, ocean plastic, glass and algae. The post marguerite humeau on ‘migrations’, her sculptural sea creatures at the venice art biennale appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Ten bedrooms tucked away on cosy mezzanine levels

Deezen

A forest cabin and an apartment in a New York warehouse feature in this lookbook , which shines a light on ten homes with snug bedrooms raised on mezzanine levels. Mezzanines are half-storeys inserted between a floor and ceiling to create extra space or distinct zones for different activities. They are popularly used as platforms for bedrooms, particularly in open-plan residences, because they create privacy from adjoining living spaces.

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alessandro zambelli and seletti unveil fitness equipment made entirely of marble

designboom

titled ‘Lvdis’, the series looks back to the gladiatorial games of ancient rome called ‘ludi’, a festival that honors the god jupiter. The post alessandro zambelli and seletti unveil fitness equipment made entirely of marble appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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A monumental memory

Habitus Living

Against the shore resides a little beachside village, wrapped among the foliage and escarpment basin. The palettes of the homes exude coastal colours and disappear in the afternoon shadow of the surrounding hills. But even from a distance, the DD house announces its presence. The home makes a statement near and far, coalescing with the local surroundings and enhancing the picturesque view.

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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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volcanic rock-like forms and earthy tones build kapsimalis architects’ house in santorini

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the 'man-made monolith' was conceived as a volcanic rock shaped by the elements of nature, mostly by the sea and the wind. The post volcanic rock-like forms and earthy tones build kapsimalis architects’ house in santorini appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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News: What form should disruption take architecturally? CEPT University professor Arijit Chatterjee is after an answer as the 2021 Steedman Fellow

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Indian architect and academic Arijit Chatterjee has been selected as the winner of the 2021–22 James Harrison Steedman Memorial Fellowship in Architecture biannual research competition. The Ahmedabad-based Chatterjee will receive a $75,000 cash prize for his proposal titled “Mapping the mind of the river: Architecture as a loss of control,” an assessment of how differing public utility systems can be used to exercise control over the vital food and water resources of a particular country.

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2022 bentley continental GT speed convertible is the ultimate grand tourer

designboom

the dream companion for epic voyages. The post 2022 bentley continental GT speed convertible is the ultimate grand tourer 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 a cliffside monastery on a Greek island and a historic Tokyo hotel. Want to share a space you’ve discovered? Tag your Instagram post with #thespacesilike for a chance to be featured.

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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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MCVR arquitectos revives a stone farmhouse into a modern co-working office

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the team designs its AA308 co-working office in spain to merge vernacular tradition with local modernity. The post MCVR arquitectos revives a stone farmhouse into a modern co-working office appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Your ultimate on-day guide to Saturday Indesign is here

Habitus Living

Saturday Indesign is just days away! It’s time to register now and get set for a dynamic encounter, with hundreds of brands, 25 locations and leading design and creative talents from Australia and abroad, all prepared to bring the Sydney design scene to life over one day, 21 May, 2022. With exhibitors located in the best design showrooms over CBD, Waterloo, Alexandria and Surry Hills, there are tons of elements to dive right into including design discussions, workshops, launches and more!

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The Conversation House | Reasoning Instincts Architecture Studio – RIAS

ArchiDiaries

Excerpt: The Conversation House is a residence designed by an architectural firm Reasoning Instincts Architecture Studio. This house has been designed to portray many conversations between its inhabitants – the engineer (husband) and the artist (wife) while harmoniously reflecting their distinct likings and personalities. Project Description. (“Text as submitted by the architects”).

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News: Grafton Architects co-founders headline this year's crop of 2022 Daylight Award laureates

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In unison with today’s UNESCO International Day of Light celebration, the group behind the 2022 Daylight Award has announced its dual winners for the biannual architecture and research competition. Grafton Architects co-founders Yvonne Farrell and Shelley McNamara joined Swiss academic Anna Wirz-Justice in this year’s crop of laureates for the unique award, which focuses on the incorporation of daylight into theories and approaches to the built environment.

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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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Bronze block to pull office workers back to the city

Urban Realm

Glasgow's Princes House is to be replaced by a £75m office block under new plans filed by Mosaic Architecture + Design. Named Magnet the twelve storey block will square off the junction between Waterloo and West Campbell Street, meeting the street with set back ground floor retail. Adjoining the adjacent Cadworks development the main elevations comprise bronze capped aluminium.

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Metro Reports: Trinity Academy, Sandy Pine, 2791 NW Thurman, and more

Next Portland

A six unit development at NW 28th & Thurman designed by Skylab Architecture has been submitted for building permit review. Metro Reports have moved to Portland Maps Reports. Next Portland covers the highlights of the Early Assistance applications, Land Use Reviews and Building Permits processed each week. This post covers February 21st , 2022 to February 27th, 2022.

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Gimme Shelter | Housescape Design Lab

ArchiDiaries

Excerpt: Gimme Shelter is a community space designed by the architectural firm Housescape Design Lab. The gimme shelter is a commercial area that consists of a cafe, restaurant, office, and workshop area. In particular, restaurant and café type programs often borrow the other language of architecture to attract customers. Project Description. (“Text as submitted by the Architects”).

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NeoCon Highlights for Spring 2022

Architectural Record

NeoCon returns this June, and, to whet your appetite, here's a preview of what will be on display.

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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!