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Chicago Architecture Biennial Celebrates Conclusion of Fourth Edition

Avontuura

The Biennial’s fourth edition reoriented its model to form a deeper engagement with local community on sites across the city, The post Chicago Architecture Biennial Celebrates Conclusion of Fourth Edition appeared first on Åvontuura.

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Critic Roger Bevan on the rise of caustic Traditionalism in city planning

Archinect

Traditionalist lunatics have succeeded in taking over the asylum. Reactionary ideas hostile to the cosmopolitan, to Modernism, to modernity itself, are in the ascendant. The UK is one of many cuntries currently besieged by a right-wing movement to force parochial worldviews onto society via their integration into the built environment. The race-baiting views about architecture and city planning have extended into draconian laws punishing those caught defacing public monuments (although recently

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a housing tower with stacked and staggered undulating terraces takes shape in montpellier

designboom

the tower's form references contour lines on a map. The post a housing tower with stacked and staggered undulating terraces takes shape in montpellier appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Ash + River Townhomes by GGLO

Archinect

The City of Boise has seen significant growth over several years. Job creation has brought an influx of workers in search of reasonable accommodations for themselves and their families. A public/private partnership with the Capitol City Development Corporation helped fund this multifamily workforce housing development located along the Pioneer pathway in downtown Boise.

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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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Ten homes where verdant indoor trees create calming interiors

Deezen

For our latest lookbook , we've collected 10 homes with interiors that combine the indoors with the outdoors, featuring lush trees in pots, planters and indoor courtyards. As many people continue to work from home during the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, the comfort and design of our homes has become an important aspect of daily life. Bringing the outdoors in by adding larger trees to the home, in addition to regular houseplants, can help make interiors feel fresher as well as more peaceful.

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Japanese architecture informs design of Minnesota house by Salmela Architect

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A cluster of wood-clad buildings surround a central courtyard at this Minnesota residence by US firm Salmela Architect that was designed for clients who formerly lived in Japan. The project, called Fifty-Acre Wood, is located in Stillwater – a historic town located along the St Croix River, just beyond Minneapolis. The house rests on a fifty-acre (20-hectare) parcel, the majority of which the clients granted to the Minnesota Land Trust for permanent conservation.

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abin design studio offers happyworks for remote workers without a home office

designboom

the workspace gives the west bengal community a space to operate remotely when a home office is not possible. The post abin design studio offers happyworks for remote workers without a home office appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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This week BMW revealed its colour-changing iX Flow vehicle

Deezen

This week on Dezeen , car brand BMW released images of its updated electric iX SUV vehicle , which is wrapped in "digital paper" that can change colour. Named iX Flow , the concept car is designed by BMW to change from black to white at the switch of a button to suit a driver's personal taste or changing weather. According to the brand, by turning their car a reflective white in the sun or heat-absorbing black in the cold, drivers could help cut the electric vehicle's energy consumption and in t

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takt project’s satellite lab in japan coexists with the ‘unknown outside’ to awaken imagination

designboom

the studio is shaped as an experimentation space for approaching the unknown by focusing on making and thinking, instead of conventional office work. The post takt project’s satellite lab in japan coexists with the ‘unknown outside’ to awaken imagination appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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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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Robotic furniture startup Ori partners with Marriott Hotels

Brandon Donnelly

Space-saving transformational furniture isn’t necessarily a new thing. We’ve all seen a murphy bed. And people like Graham Hill ( of LifeEdited ) have been designing and building out small urban apartments that magically transform for what seems like a decade. Perhaps it’s even longer than that. But I wouldn’t say that robotic and transforming furniture has hit the mainstream yet.

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Watermark by BoConcept | Manufacturer references

Architonic

Project description: BoConcept has teamed up with Countryside Properties to deliver bespoke interior design and furnishing solutions to purchasers at Watermark, Maidenhead. Including a show apartment! Watermark is a contemporary collection of one-, two- and three-bedroom apartments perfectly located right in the heart of Maidenhead’s lively town center.

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Kaira Looro 2022 Competition, Africa

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Kaira Looro Architecture Competition 2022, African Cultural Center Architectural Contest. Kaira Looro 2022 Competition. 8 January 2022. Children’s House in Africa. a non-profit event by Balouo Salo Humanitarian Organization. Kaira Looro Architecture Competition 2022 Edition. An architecture competition that protects health and prevent malnutrition. The winning project will be built in southern Senegal.

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Penthouse at Waterfall by Crown Group by BoConcept | Manufacturer references

Architonic

Waterfall by Crown Group, is an urban sanctuary, inspired by nature. This ambitious development has been designed by award winning architects, SJB. The first true urban oasis in the heart of Sydney. Taking its name from the 7-story waterfall which cascades spectacularly down one the four buildings. The solution |. In collaboration with Crown Group, BoConcept Sydney designers, Alessio Maiolino and Ryan Stevens, have designed and styled the penthouse, creating understated luxury with contemporary

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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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Gawthorne’s Hut | Cameron Anderson Architects

ArchiDiaries

Excerpt: Gawthorne’s Hut is an architectural project designed by Cameron Anderson Architects in Australia. The project intends to create a unique and sustainable tourism experience that responds directly to the history and context of the property. Project Description. (“Text as submitted by architect”). Gawthorne’s Hut is a luxury, 2 person, off grid, tourism experience within a working rural property 10 minutes from the centre of Mudgee.

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Black Homes by BoConcept | Manufacturer references

Architonic

The B(l)ackhome hotels are apartment hotels all over Austria. The room sizes vary from cosy small rooms, to deluxe medium apartments for up to four guests. The hotel at the Sill river is located near the railway station, in the middle of the vibrant city of Innsbruck. The solution Boconcept helped us to realise our vision from a modern and timeless design.

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FORM.3 Architects

ArchiDiaries

Md. Didarul Islam Bhuiyan. (“Text as submitted by architect). Ar. Md. Didarul Islam Bhuiyan is a promising young architect of today’s Bangladesh and founder of FORM.3 architects, a well-known and reputed architectural consultancy firm of Bangladesh. From the very beginning of his architectural journey, he possessed a vision to create something new that would make a difference in the field of architecture.

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House R // Jakub Kolarovi? Architects

Architizer

Project Status: Built. Year: 2021. Size: 5000 sqft – 10,000 sqft. Budget: 1M – 5M. Text description provided by the architects. House R is located in the area of city Rovinka, which is characterized by low density development of family houses from the 20th century. The longitudinal plot of land made it possible to locate the house in a more intimate part, further from the main traffic that connects the southern cities with Bratislava. © Jakub Kolarovi?

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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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3 Points Consultant

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Tapon Kanti Sarker. (“Text as submitted by architect”). Ar. Tapon Kanti Sarker, member of Institute of Architects Bangladesh (IAB), graduated from Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology (BUET) at 2009. After graduation he started his career as an assistant architect at ‘Profile Ltd.’ a renowned firm in Bangladesh. At 2014 he quit his job and started a new venture as a practicing architect.

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Rigorvive House // John Wingfelder Architect PC

Architizer

Project Status: Built. Year: 2019. Size: 1000 sqft – 3000 sqft. Text description provided by the architects. Buffalo, NY, boasts one of the country’s great collections of historic houses, such as this example originally built c. 1929. But time is tough on these gems, and over nearly a century windowsills and door frames weather and degrade, and eventually need to be repaired and replaced.

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Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew, MoA launch international design competition to create treehouses in 2023

World Architecture Community

Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew and the Museum of Architecture (MoA) have launched an international design competition to find three exceptional #architecture #design #arch. 08.01.

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Higher Roch Housing Development, Montpellier

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Higher Roch Housing Development, Montpellier Accommodation, French Apartments, Residential Architecture Images. Higher Roch Housing Development in Montpellier. 8 Jan 2022. Higher Roch Housing. Design: Brenac & Gonzalez & Associés. Location: Saint-Roch District, Montpellier, France. At the edge of the historic town center, the St Roch redevelopment zone is an area reclaimed from a railway yard.

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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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Studio White Architects | Interns

ArchiDiaries

Studio White Architects is a Calicut, India based firm. They are looking for Interns for a duration of 6 months from January-June 2022. Job Title: Interns. Minimum Qualification: Bachelors of Architecture. Duration: min. of 6 months from January-June 2022. Type of involvement: Full Time The post Studio White Architects | Interns first appeared on ArchiDiaries.

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Our top properties of the week

The Spaces

Welcome to our first weekly property round-up of 2022, bringing you the best homes we’ve discovered for sale or rent across the world this week. We unearthed five development opportunities in the UK, as well as midcentury-modern time-capsule in Sacramento. See what else is on offer. Piedmont pied-a-terre, Italy. View this post on Instagram. A post shared by The Spaces For Sale (@thespacesforsale). 2 bedrooms+ development opportunity; €1.8m via Fantastic Frank.

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ATA 2021 | Thesis Awards 2021 | Winners

ArchiDiaries

ATA 2021, Architectural Thesis Award, after a great success in ATA2020 with 350+ registrations from around the globe. The International Thesis Award, launched with the aim of promoting and giving a global platform to showcase the talents of Young Graduates and Post Graduates, acknowledging the projects amongst young and influential industry professionals.

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Gort Scott reconnects University of Oxford college with riverfront site

Deezen

London studio Gort Scott has redeveloped St Hilda's College at the University of Oxford in England , adding two buildings that unite the campus with lush gardens and river views. The redevelopment, which was the result of an international design competition won by Gort Scott in 2016, provides new accommodation, teaching and events spaces for the college.

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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!