SW Oregon Architect

FEBRUARY 19, 2023

Notre Dame du Haut, by Le Corbusier (photo by Pino Musi, CC BY-SA 4.0 , via Wikimedia Commons) This is another in my series of posts inspired by 1000 Awesome Things , the Webby Award-winning blog written by Neil Pasricha. The series is my meditation on the awesome reasons why I was and continue to be attracted to the art of architecture. The moment or inspiration that ignites the design process in architecture—the creative spark—is only the beginning.

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designboom

FEBRUARY 19, 2023

the recently released book 'brutalist paris' documents the movement's most significant examples in and around the french metropolis. The post ‘brutalist paris’: a book that explores the post-war concrete architecture in the french capital appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Deezen

FEBRUARY 19, 2023

Dutch architecture practice Studioninedots has transformed a former railway warehouse in Utrecht into a cluster of co-working and community spaces named Bovenbouwwerkplaats. Looking to celebrate the "rawness and elegance" of the early 20th-century building, Studioninedots restored its neglected brick and steel structure but left its original fittings and materials exposed.

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Architonic

FEBRUARY 19, 2023

On the edge of the city centre of Rennes, France, the capital of Brittany has been enriched by a new imposing mountain landscape. Where the Îlle and Vilaine rivers merge, the bank has recently been lined by Ilot de l'Octroi, a residential complex designed according to radical ideas of the architecture office <a href="[link] Three polygonally shaped residential buildings rise like rock formations out of the natural space.

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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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Deezen

FEBRUARY 19, 2023

Undulated concrete walls form the lower portion of this Californian house by architecture studio Laney LA, while its top half is wrapped in glass and cedar. The aptly named Scalloped Concrete House sits on a hill in the Manhattan Beach neighbourhood, just south of LAX airport, which affords the property sea views. Its lower storey is mainly constructed from unusually formed concrete.

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Life of an Architect

FEBRUARY 19, 2023

There are a lot of things going on behind the scenes on the Life of an Architect podcast. In today's episode, we cover some changes that we think you will find amazing and some other changes that might merely be incredible. We are pulling the curtains back and discussing 2023 in a way that we've never done before. The post Ep 119: Architectural Defrag first appeared on Life of an Architect.

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designboom

FEBRUARY 19, 2023

the entire structure by nord architects can be disassembled attending to the future potential of material reuse. The post burnt timber composes barn-shaped villa by nord architects in copenhagen appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Architonic

FEBRUARY 19, 2023

<p>Rising out of the Adriatic Sea off the northwestern coast of Montenegro, Mamula Island cuts a striking figure against the rich blue waters of the Bay of Kotor. In 1853, a fortress was built on the island to protect the bay – now a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Today, this incredible location is a place to come visit and discover for yourself.

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designboom

FEBRUARY 19, 2023

wood and steel combine for the design of a symmetric centerpiece that establishes visual continuity and circulation. The post penthouse in amsterdam unfolds around geometric amphitheater & custom steel bookcase appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Deezen

FEBRUARY 19, 2023

British designer Paul Cocksedge has created a sculpture made from high-carbon coal, which was hung and illuminated inside Liverpool Cathedral as a comment on our fossil fuel dependency. Named Coalescence, the installation consists of more than 2,000 pieces of coal with a combined weight of over half a tonne, which according to Cocksedge is the amount of coal consumed by a 200-watt light bulb if illuminated for a year.

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Habitus Living

FEBRUARY 19, 2023

Yuangu is a restaurant that sits above the street in Taikoo Li in Chengdu, Southwest China. Given that it was the very first restaurant in the region, there was immense significance to the project, which Wuzhi Design has executed in its refurbishment with care and respect. Taking a meticulous approach to the design process, many of the unique design features of this historic establishment are still apparent in its latest update.

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Architonic

FEBRUARY 19, 2023

<p>Rising out of the Adriatic Sea off the northwestern coast of Montenegro, Mamula Island cuts a striking figure against the rich blue waters of the Bay of Kotor. In 1853, a fortress was built on the island to protect the bay – now a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Today, this incredible location is a place to come visit and discover for yourself.

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designboom

FEBRUARY 19, 2023

fieldhouse's low lying concrete form both blends in with and stands out against it's mountainous context The post modusarchitects’ long concrete sports center divides italian mountain appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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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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Deezen

FEBRUARY 19, 2023

A converted showroom in London and a São Paulo penthouse with a wood-wrapped elevator are included in this lookbook of homes with smart residential lifts. Lifts, also known as elevators, are mechanical shafts that carry people, cars and loads between multiple levels and are typically used in tall buildings. But they can also be found in residential buildings, where they can be used to quickly move between floors and ensure that people with mobility issues can easily access the different levels o

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Habitus Living

FEBRUARY 19, 2023

Decorative lighting finds a new universal language in the Ceto collection. Bridging across multiple functions, the sculptural luminaire embodies a sense of oneness and unity much like the ocean itself. Spanning chandeliers, floor lamps, wall lighting and pendant varieties, the collection is set to be Ross Gardam’s most extensive one yet. “For me, the ocean has such a calming effect; it’s a place heavily wrapped up in childhood nostalgia and a deep feeling of tranquillity.

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e-architect

FEBRUARY 19, 2023

La Iluminada Residences, Uruguay Real Estate, La Barra Modern Beach Houses, South American Building, Architecture La Iluminada Residences in La Barra, Uruguay 19 Feb 2023 Design: Martin Gomez Location: Punta Del Este, Uruguay, South America Photos by Daniela Mac Adden La Iluminada Residences, Uruguay The La Iluminada Residences project consists of two independent houses, one for the owners to use, and the other for renting out.

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Habitus Living

FEBRUARY 19, 2023

Decorative lighting finds a new universal language in the Ceto collection. Bridging across multiple functions, the sculptural luminaire embodies a sense of oneness and unity much like the ocean itself. Spanning chandeliers, floor lamps, wall lighting and pendant varieties, the collection is set to be Ross Gardam’s most extensive one yet. “For me, the ocean has such a calming effect; it’s a place heavily wrapped up in childhood nostalgia and a deep feeling of tranquillity.

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Architecture Ideas

FEBRUARY 19, 2023

These days, it’s easy to rush out and spend huge sums of money to redo your interior spaces completely. But does this impulse to buy come at the expense of understanding some of the fundamentals of interior design? Every fixture and every style choice you make needs to consider how your lighting will help to accomplish your dream interior looks.

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Santa Cruz Architect

FEBRUARY 19, 2023

Humans have been building shelters and structures for millennia, making construction one of the oldest professions. The industry has continuously evolved in the ways we design, plan, and build structures. For decades, technology has been used in the construction industry to increase productivity and efficiency in construction projects and make structures safer.

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HMH Architecture + Interiors

FEBRUARY 19, 2023

Project Manager Kristin Nothwehr is the latest member of the HMH team to earn her Architecture License. Kristin approaches architecture from a love of craftsmanship and a drive to understand how things are made. She has years of professional design experience including schematics, design development, construction documentation, site development, and project management.

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Architonic

FEBRUARY 19, 2023

Wallpaper to enhance the modern and elegant identity of a jewelry store. Projected by the architect Biscardi, the walls of the BLACK IS jewelry store in Caserta rediscover a new charm. Broken Ocean Trim wallpaper has been customised in shades, from an intense green to the neutral white and gray colours of the marble. The modern design, characterised by gold veins, enhances the elegant identity of the store.

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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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Bustler

FEBRUARY 19, 2023

Stefano Boeri has been awarded one of the highest honors available in Spain’s architectural community after being named the winner of this year’s Lifetime Achievement Award at the Madrid Design Festival , an event now in its sixth year. The noted architect of Milan’s Bosco Verticale and other similar biophilic designs in Europe and Asia. Boeri was presented with the award by his close colleague Rafael Moneo , a man he, in turn, praised as being a “great and sophisticated protagonist of contempor

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Architonic

FEBRUARY 19, 2023

From travels around the world to home renovations it’s a snap… The most colourful and sparkling variant of the Tahiti wallpaper at the home of the boys from In Viaggio Col Tubo. Lorena Nicolosi’s exotic design was born from Giorgio and Martina’s request to create a unique decoration made to their tastes. A trip to tropical paradise, now directly from their living room!

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Bustler

FEBRUARY 19, 2023

Stefano Boeri has been awarded one of the highest honors available in Spain’s architectural community after being named the winner of this year’s Lifetime Achievement Award at the Madrid Design Festival , an event now in its sixth year. The noted architect of Milan’s Bosco Verticale and other similar biophilic designs in Europe and Asia. Boeri was presented with the award by his close colleague Rafael Moneo , a man he, in turn, praised as being a “great and sophisticated protagonist of contempor

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aasarchitecture

FEBRUARY 19, 2023

City life can be seen as the qualities present in the city, as the result of various features and valuable offers to make the city attractive to the public. The concept for Dronning Sonjas Plass proposed a unique urban meeting place in the coastal city of Ålesund. The project houses agreeable and qualitative workplaces, with a core that is composed of a lush year-round garden/restaurant that will serve as a green social hearth.

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