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Home renovation by Paloma Bau designed as "ode to the sea"

Deezen

Textured tiles and exposed surfaces feature in the rehabilitation of this historic home in Valencia completed by local interior design studio Paloma Bau. Originally built in 1925, the studio aimed to improve its dark and heavily partitioned interiors to transform the space into a modern and functional home for its young owner. Paloma Bau has renovated this historic home in Valencia Keen to preserve Casa Ona's "Mediterranean essence", Paloma Bau retained and restored the home's existing heritage-

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Never-Before-Seen Photos Capture Dwindling Remnants of Soviet Modernism

Dwell

A new book explores the legacy of an often-overlooked architectural style born in Tashkent, Uzbekistan’s capital. Sitting between Kazakhstan and Turkmenistan in Central Asia, almost perfectly centered between Russia and Iran, Uzbekistan has long been at a global crossroads. It was a central part of the Silk Road trading route and its culture and architecture have been shaped by those who passed through, from Alexander the Great to the Islamic clerics and rulers who helped build the intricate mos

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Oregon researchers build prototype mass timber home that ‘fits together like gingerbread house’

Archinect

A research team in Oregon has unveiled a mass timber prototype home that seeks to showcase a sustainable, energy-efficient alternative to traditional home construction. Designed by the TallWood Design Institute, a collaboration between the University of Oregon and Oregon State University , the 760-square-foot project was unveiled at an open house event on November 7th.

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How They Pulled It Off: A Mirrored Portal Between Two Rooms

Dwell

Aurora Arquitectos designed a clever solution to make a client’s small apartment feel larger—an interior window that adds a touch of whimsy. Welcome to How They Pulled It Off , where we take a close look at one particularly challenging aspect of a home design and get the nitty-gritty details about how it became a reality. Like many typical apartments in Lisbon, at 100 square meters, the millennial pink-hued Lisbon apartment recently redesigned by Aurora Arquitectos was relatively small and in an

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From Curiosity to Competitive Edge: How Mid-Market CEOs Are Using AI to Scale Smarter

Speaker: Lee Andrews, Founder at LJA New Media & Tony Karrer, Founder and CTO at Aggregage

This session will walk you through how one CEO used generative AI, workflow automation, and sales personalization to transform an entire security company—then built the Zero to Strategy framework that other mid-market leaders are now using to unlock 3.5x ROI. As a business executive, you’ll learn how to assess AI opportunities in your business, drive adoption across teams, and overcome internal resource constraints—without hiring a single data scientist.

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Studio Gang unveils a new 'creative ecosystem' for the California College of the Arts in San Francisco

Archinect

The wait is over for followers of Studio Gang ’s campus expansion for the California College of the Arts (CCA) in San Francisco. The project, which was first announced in late 2016, establishes an overlapping "creative ecosystem" inside the footprint of the school's existing campus located in the heart of the city’s Design District. Image courtesy Jason O'Rear The program adds a total of 82,305 square feet of space in the form of two hybrid mass timber pavilions set on top of a concr

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The U.S., Australia, and New Zealand implement an updated reciprocity agreement for architects

Archinect

The National Council of Architectural Registration Boards (NCARB ), the Architects Accreditation Council of Australia (AACA), and the New Zealand Registered Architects Board (NZRAB) have implemented a new Mutual Recognition Agreement (MRA). It replaces the previous MRA between the countries, created in 2016, further expanding licensure access for international architects.

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Ingenhoven Associates drapes trailing plants over old Stuttgart shopping centre

Deezen

German studio Ingenhoven Associates has redesigned Calwer Passage, a former shopping centre and office block in Stuttgart , adding a "natural curtain" of trailing plants to its facade. The scheme, which has been shortlisted in the mixed-use project category of Dezeen Awards 2024, involved the reconstruction and extension of the 1970s shopping arcade and office block in the heart of the German city.

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Victor Lundy, famed modernist and key Sarasota School figure, dies at age 101

Archinect

Victor Lundy, the renowned modernist architect whose work leaned on fine art and espoused a more humane form of architecture for the masses, has died in Texas at the age of 101, the Sarasota Observer is reporting. A true man of his times, Lundy served in the U.S. Army’s 26th Infantry Division during World War II (his sketches from the war are considered important) before returning home to complete his B.A. and eventually matriculate into the Harvard GSD , where he studied for his master&rs

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LOHA uses "rhythmic massing" for dual-use building in Los Angeles

Deezen

California studio LOHA has completed a residential and retail building called Bellevue53, which features a rooftop swimming pool and stepped elevations clad in white metal. Located just north of a major freeway, the multi-level building sits on a corner lot in Los Angeles ' Silver Lake neighbourhood, known for its trendy restaurants, distinctive architecture and bohemian atmosphere.

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The Constructor's Digital Transformation Playbook: Reducing Risk With Technology

Speaker: Dylan Secrest

Construction projects are high-stakes operations where even minor inefficiencies can lead to costly delays, safety concerns, and budget overruns. Managing risk in construction has always been a challenge, but as projects grow in complexity, traditional methods no longer cut it. Enter Digital Transformation - a game changer approach that replaces inefficiency with AI-powered analytics, real-time monitoring, and automated workflows to proactively manage risk.

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Featured job openings at eight architecture firms (+1 school) in the Boston area

Archinect

Our latest weekly curated jobs roundup from the Archinect Job board features nine employers with exciting opportunities in the Boston area. For helpful guidance on how to get that next job, make sure to check out Archinect's Guide to Job Titles series and our Archinect Tips collection. Studio Luz Architects seeks a Project Manager/Designer or Architect "We are excited to announce an opportunity for a Project Manager/Designer or Project Architect to join our dynamic team in our Boston office.

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30 Best Architecture and Design Firms in Sweden

Architizer

These annual rankings were last updated on November 7, 2024. Want to see your firm on next year’s list? Continue reading for more on how you can improve your studio’s ranking. Nowadays, Swedish architectural design often goes hand in hand with IKEA. Still, the design of modular furniture, which has undeniably revolutionised the way people set up the interior of their homes, is not this country’s only architectural breakthrough.

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Thermory Design Awards 2024 winners leave "lasting positive impact"

Deezen

Promotion: Estonian timber supplier Thermory has announced the winners of its annual wooden architecture design awards, including a swooping addition to Lisbon's Centro de Arte Moderna Gulbenkian by Kengo Kuma. The Thermory Design Awards celebrates architecture and design constructed with Thermory's thermally-modified wood products. Thermory has named a winner for each of its four categories – Best Private House, Best Public Building, Best Interior and Best Sauna – this year, selected from 59 su

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The World Architecture Festival's Day Two winners set the stage for the next World Building and Interior of the Year

Archinect

The second day of this year's World Architecture Festival in Singapore ended with the announcement of 20 new winners in their select categories. The live presentations at Marina Bay Sands were selected from a group of 470 new projects to name the newest winners of the 2024 WAF and INSIDE World Festival of Interiors. The three-day festival concludes tomorrow with the announcement of the World Building of the Year and World Interior of the Year winners.

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Revolutionize Concrete Durability with Kryton’s Integral Waterproofing Solutions

Kryton International leads the way in integral waterproofing solutions for concrete, helping architects, engineers, and developers protect their projects from moisture-related damage. With Kryton's Krystol Internal Membrane (KIM) technology, concrete becomes inherently waterproof, extending the lifespan of structures while minimizing maintenance. This proven technology is trusted worldwide for its ability to self-seal micro-cracks, protect against water ingress, and withstand harsh conditions.

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World Architecture Festival 2024: Day Two Winners Announced

ArchDaily

TAWA Refugio in Chile by CONTEXTO. Image © Nicolas Gildemeister The second round of award winners of the 2024 World Architecture Festival have been announced, following Day Two of live presentations at Marina Bay Sands in Singapore, in which hundreds of shortlisted projects were presented by practices from around the world. Amongst today's category award winners in the Completed Buildings section of the world's largest international live-judged architectural event are RSHP , Woods Bagot , tHE gR

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Dezeen Agenda features the Saint-Denis Pleyel Station by Kengo Kuma

Deezen

The latest edition of our weekly Dezeen Agenda newsletter features the Saint-Denis Pleyel Station by Kengo Kuma and Associates. Subscribe to Dezeen Agenda now. Japanese studio Kengo Kuma and Associates has revealed the Saint-Denis Pleyel Station in northern Paris , featuring a facade wrapped in vertical wooden louvres. The 35,000-square-meter station was constructed as part of the Grand Paris Express, a major new transport network designed to encircle the city, and will serve as an interchange

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Tallinn Architecture Biennale 2024, curated by Anhelina L. Starkova, centers material culture, social power, and more

The Architect's Newsletter

The latest iteration of Tallinn Architecture Biennale (TAB 24) is well underway in the capital city of Estonia. The architecture festival is activating pockets of Tallinn with installations, lectures, film The post Tallinn Architecture Biennale 2024, curated by Anhelina L. Starkova, centers material culture, social power, and more appeared first on The Architect’s Newspaper.

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The Status of Housing Ballot Measures Across The Country

Dwell

This election cycle, voters got the chance to address the housing crisis directly. Here’s a rundown of what happened in state and local elections. Local elections matter and in this cycle, voters saw more than two dozen individual state and local ballot measures that focused on housing, specifically. During a growing housing crisis—and, now, under a President-elect with an unclear federal agenda—voters were able to weigh in on potential funding mechanisms to combat housing scarcity and precarity

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Overcoming Challenges in Specification Writing for Architecture

This ebook is a helpful guide for architects & specification writers, focusing on the crucial role specifications play in building design. It dives into different types, relevant regulations, & best practices to keep in mind. You’ll find practical tips.

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Thornton Tomasetti and Gensler are designing data centers for Microsoft using CLT

The Architect's Newsletter

Microsoft is working with engineers at Thornton Tomasetti and Gensler on two new data centers in Virginia that will be built using a hybrid construction model. The facilities will make The post Thornton Tomasetti and Gensler are designing data centers for Microsoft using CLT appeared first on The Architect’s Newspaper.

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Impressions of Hong Kong

Community Architect

The international chapter of AIA had its annual conference this year in Hong Kong. The conference included presenters from around the world as well as many tours to experience the city and the Territory. I spent a week there. The below impressions are necessarily limited. Towers, mountains and the sea Whether seen form the water, the street or above, Hong Kong is foremost the experience of the vertical: A packed men-made space surrounded by green and jagged mountains.

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Alissa Walker and Monica Nouwens visit a storied Olympic site in Los Angeles to see how preparations are going for 2028

The Architect's Newsletter

In less than four years, Los Angeles’s Exposition Park will become the only site in the world to host events during three different Summer Olympics. A perpetual flame burns as The post Alissa Walker and Monica Nouwens visit a storied Olympic site in Los Angeles to see how preparations are going for 2028 appeared first on The Architect’s Newspaper.

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Walls of Glass Frame Bay Views in This $1.8M Oakland Hills Midcentury

Dwell

Designed by Roger Lee, the lightly updated 1957 home still has its original wood paneling, exposed beams, and open-hearth fireplace. Location : 3208 Burdeck Drive, Oakland, California Price : $1,800,000 Architect : Roger Lee Year Built : 1957 Footprint : 1,820 square feet (three bedrooms, two baths) From the Agent : " Welcome to a midcentury-modern gem in the Oakland hills, designed by renowned Berkeley architect Roger Lee and built in 1957.

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The Ultimate Guide To Data-Driven Construction: Optimize Projects, Reduce Risks, & Boost Innovation

Speaker: Donna Laquidara-Carr, PhD, LEED AP, Industry Insights Research Director at Dodge Construction Network

In today’s construction market, owners, construction managers, and contractors must navigate increasing challenges, from cost management to project delays. Fortunately, digital tools now offer valuable insights to help mitigate these risks. However, the sheer volume of tools and the complexity of leveraging their data effectively can be daunting. That’s where data-driven construction comes in.

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In pictures: The Brit List Awards 2024

Hotel Designs

Hotel Designs In pictures: The Brit List Awards 2024 In pictures: The Brit List Awards 2024 Continuing the tradition of The Brit List Awards, the event returned in 2024 to celebrate the brightest stars in the world of hospitality, but this time in a bigger venue and with more of our industry members in situ. From glittering acts to a neon-lit bed – and everything in between – here are the official photographs that capture the spirit of the awards campaign… This year, Hotel Designs and partners o

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Neuroscience Center at Sainte-Anne Hospital in Paris by PARGADE Architectes

Archinect

In Paris (14th arrondissement), for the GHU Paris Centre Hospitalier Sainte-Anne (project owner), Pargade Architectes completed the new Neuroscience Center in 2024. This project bridges the legacy of architect Charles Auguste Questel (1807–1888) with a facility decidedly open to the city. Since its founding, Sainte-Anne Hospital has been a laboratory for mental health and also serves as a laboratory for architecture and urban planning.

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Olafur Eliasson’s Lifeworld lights up Times Square for a fleeting three minutes

The Architect's Newsletter

On the night before the 2024 U.S. presidential election, I found myself crouched low to the ground on the corner of 45th and Broadway counting down the minutes to midnight. The post Olafur Eliasson’s <em>Lifeworld</em> lights up Times Square for a fleeting three minutes appeared first on The Architect’s Newspaper.

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Angkor Market / UAD Architects

ArchDaily

© Oudompheaktra Ang architects: UAD Architects Location: Krong Siem Reap, Cambodia Project Year: 2024 Photographs: Oudompheaktra Ang Area: 3000.

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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?