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four angular holiday homes nestle into granite outcrops in the seychelles

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it's modernism in paradise for these private residences designed by studio RHE for luxury travel company six senses. The post four angular holiday homes nestle into granite outcrops in the seychelles appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Elton Léniz perches Casa BB on hillside overlooking Chilean lake

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A black holiday home by Chilean architecture studio Elton Léniz is lifted off the ground by wooden stilts to help reduce the building's impact on the earth. Casa BB rises up from a slender, wooded site along Lake Calafquén in southern Chile. Just beyond the lake is Villarrica, one of the country's most active volcanoes. Elton Léniz designed the house on stilts to overlook a Chilean lake.

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what is a sculpture? bourse de commerce + centre pompidou exhibit the work of charles ray

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over a third of the american sculptor's work will be on view at the two parisian museums simultaneously. The post what is a sculpture? bourse de commerce + centre pompidou exhibit the work of charles ray appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Perched on a Portuguese Hilltop, an Inspiring Studio Lets Creativity Take Flight

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Portuguese architecture firm Madeiguincho found inventive uses for windows and wood to create space for creating—or just relaxing. Before Covid shut almost everything down, artist Amélia Marta of Cascais, Portugal, used to rent studio space in various local workshops. But when the pandemic struck, like people the world over, she was forced to get flexible and began working out of her living room.

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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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this senior social housing’s biophilic design responds to the climate crisis

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set in seoul, the project sheds light on biodiversity while attempting to destigmatize public rental housing in korea. The post this senior social housing’s biophilic design responds to the climate crisis appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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zyva studio + charlotte taylor reinterpret G-wagon as a series of architectural atmospheres

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furniture pieces are infused with elements of the G-class, a contemporary twist on mercedes' long heritage of craft. The post zyva studio + charlotte taylor reinterpret G-wagon as a series of architectural atmospheres appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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22 Parkside "led to most of the work I do" says Richard Rogers

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In the final exclusive interview that Dezeen filmed with Richard Rogers in 2013, the late architect discusses the concept behind his Wimbledon house, 22 Parkside. The interview forms part of a series Dezeen filmed with Rogers to coincide with a retrospective of his work at the Royal Academy of Arts in London in 2013. Rogers, who passed away on 18 December aged 88, was one of the world's most famed architects, best known for pioneering the high-tech architecture style that emerged in the 1970s.

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A new 15-minute city is being developed near Salt Lake City

Brandon Donnelly

In 2018, the Utah State Legislature passed a bill creating a new land authority to guide the future development of 600 acres of state-owned land in Draper, Utah (just south of Salt Lake City). It’s near an area called The Point of the Mountain and so that’s what’s this project is now being called — The Point. Here’s a map to help you get situated: In addition to this being a big and meaningful development opportunity with an estimated 7,400 new households being cont

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Design Historian Michelle Millar Fisher Views This 1950s Innovation as a Turning Point for Parenting

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The historic breast pump she bought on eBay is now featured in an exhibit called "Designing Motherhood" at Philadelphia’s Mu?tter Museum and Center for Architecture and Design. I’ve always been really interested in the ways in which women experience the workplace. In the U.S., the workplace is a hostile place to be a parent, especially a mother. As a design historian, I look at how objects shape us, and breast pumps are part of that.

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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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Crescent School of Architecture | architectureRED

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Excerpt: Crescent School of Architecture is an architectural project designed by architectureRED in Chennai. With open spaces present throughout the building that offer possibilities for gathering, socialising and other activities, the Crescent School of Architecture is an example for institutional architecture that adapts over time, where users begin to take charge and re-configure spaces that adapt to changing needs and demands.

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This Journalist and Mother of Three Suspects That When It Comes to Parenting Gadgetry, Less Is More

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Sophie Brickman, a (mostly) parenting tech columnist at the Guardian, says it’s all about balance—and trusting your gut. If it comes right down to it, better to trust your gut than countless online sources and high-tech monitors to understand why your baby is fussing—you know your child better than anyone. In broad strokes, that’s the conclusion tech journalist Sophie Brickman reaches in her book, Baby, Unplugged: One Mother’s Search for Balance, Reason, and Sanity in the Digital Age , which cam

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La Pradería Sports Integration Center for Rural Areas | Natura Futura Arquitectura

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Excerpt: La Pradería Sports Integration Center for Rural Areas is an architecture project designed by Natura Futura in Ecuador. A convergence architecture that recovers the role of sports equipment from the private initiative as a platform for the generation and strengthening of links between urban and rural areas. Project Description. (“Text as submitted by architect”).

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Fazenda da Grama House, Itupeva, São Paulo

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Fazenda da Grama House, Itupeva Home, São Paulo Apartment, Brazilian Architecture, SP Real Estate, Property Photos. Fazenda da Grama House in Itupeva, São Paulo. 15 January 2022. SR residence – Fazenda Da Grama House : Interior Design Unites Contemporary To Colors. Location: Itupeva, São Paulo, Brasil, South America. Architectural design: Studio Fabricio Rodrigues + Thiago Natal.

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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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architectureRED

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(“Text as submitted by architect”). Biju Kuriakose. Biju Kuriakose co-founded architectureRED along with Kishore Panikkar, and brings crucial sustainable planning, urban design and international expertise to the firm. With over 2 decades of experience, Biju was an associate with FXFOWLE, a leading architecture design, planning and urban design firm based out of New York.

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Our top properties of the week

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‘There ain’t no gold in this river, that I’ve been washin’ my hands in forever,’ Adele warbles in the video for Easy On Me. The grammy-winning singer filmed in the ballroom of Vineyard of the St-Agnes Chapel, which is among a cache of intriguing properties for sale or rent this week. Vineyard of the St Agnes Chapel, Quebec.

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Save a Providence water view

Architecture Here and There

Tayo Heuser and the deck in back of her Benefit Street “home.” (Kris Craig/Providence Journal). It may be too late to do anything for poor Tayo Heuser and Jeff Shore, according to Amy Russo’s story in the Providence Journal, “ Neighbors scramble to soften impact of waterfront apartments.” They bought a “home” on Benefit Street seven years ago, and built a deck from which to enjoy their “picture-perfect view of the Providence River.” In a R

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KENNEBEC LAKEHOUSE // ZERAFA STUDIO LLC

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Project Status: Built. Year: 2021. Size: 1000 sqft – 3000 sqft. Budget: 500K – 1M. Text description provided by the architects. KENNEBEC LAKEHOUSEKennebec Lakehouse is a year-round vacation home located on Kennebec Lake, a finger-lake in Arden Ontario. The 2.8 acre site is defined by its dramatic topography, sloping down from the roadway to Kennebec Lake from south to north.

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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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Ricardo Bofill dies aged 82

World Architecture Community

Renowned Spanish architect Ricardo Bofill has died at the age of üÖ, the news was announced yesterday by his firm Ricardo #architecture #design #arch. 15.01.

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Milngavie Streetscape, East Dunbartonshire

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Milngavie Streetscape, East Dunbartonshire Masterplan, Scotland, Town Landscaping, Scottish Architecture Photos. Milngavie Streetscape in East Dunbartonshire. 15 Jan 2022. Design: PagePark Architects. Location: Milngavie, East Dunbartonshire, Scotland, UK. Milngavie Streetscape. Since 2018, PagePark have been working closely with Milngavie BID, a community organisation formed of stakeholders and representatives of local businesses, to strategise and deliver a series of incremental projects in Mi

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Studio Aangan | Junior Architect

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Studio Aangan is an Indore, India based firm. They are looking for Junior Architects with a min. experience of 0-2 years. Job Title: Junior Architects. Minimum Qualification: Bachelors of Architecture. Experience: min. of 0-2 years. Skills Required: Revit Mandatory. Type of involvement: Full Time The post Studio Aangan | Junior Architect first appeared on ArchiDiaries.

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Yuandang Pedestrian Bridge, Shanghai

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Yuandang Pedestrian Bridge, Shanghai Structure, Hybrid Infrastructure, Chinese Architecture Design, Photos. Yuandang Pedestrian Bridge in Shanghai. 15 Jan 2022. Architecture: Brearley Architects+Urbanists. Location: Qingpu, Shanghai, Suzhou Jiangsu, People’s Republic of China. Yuandang Pedestrian Bridge. Yuandang Bridge – a hybrid infrastructure.

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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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Night Architecture | Winners

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Night Architecture is a theme that is part of the contest series ArchWeekly , a new brand of journal competitions inviting participants to engage in critical conversations on selected themes from several disciplines of architecture and design. Humans invented buildings to cater to the basic shelter necessity. With time, monumentality became an underlying definition of building in architecture.

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Serravalle Designer Outlet // Carve

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Project Status: Built. Year: 2021. Size: 1000 sqft – 3000 sqft. Text description provided by the architects. play with heritage. Hidden in the beautiful mountainous landscape of Piemonte, some little towns stand out as tiny gems in the lush green of the woods. These small agglomerations of few houses tied together inspired Carve for the design of an attractive and iconic playscape concept at Serravalle Designer Outlet. © Carve.

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On The Way | Truck Driver’s Rest Stop

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On the way is an architecture competition to design a rest stop for about 100 truck drivers on Indian Highways. The drivers of these large vehicles transverse the nation on its highways delivering goods between different locations. Spending days away from their homes and families, they tend to drive long hours on even longer roads with little to no rest.

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14 Jan 2022 Friday

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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!