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Peter Barber elevates the role of craft in design for the Royal Academy's 2023 Architecture Room

Archinect

Social housing champion and 2022 Soane Medal winner Peter Barber is set to curate the Royal Academy of Art ’s Architecture Room as part of the school’s 2023 Summer Exhibition in London. Using the curatorial theme “Only Connect” taken from the most famous line of the E.M. Forster novel Howards End and organized by fellow Academician artist David Remfry, Barber will explore the place of craftsmanship in architectural design through a selection of studio models, drawings, ma

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Fieldhouse is a transformational sports facility in the valley basin of South Tyrol

Avontuura

With Fieldhouse, MoDusArchitects inserts a new milestone into the South Tyrolean landscape with inclusive spaces dedicated to sports. The post Fieldhouse is a transformational sports facility in the valley basin of South Tyrol appeared first on Åvontuura.

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Coral House / Recoveco Taller de Arquitectura

ArchDaily

© Ariadna Polo architects: Recoveco Taller de Arquitectura Location: Tulum, Q.R., México Project Year: 2021 Photographs: Ariadna Polo Area: 185.

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What if?

SW Oregon Architect

The Obie Companies' 5th Street Market Expansion. (my photo) Multiple online pieces regarding the future of the downtowns of U.S. cities piqued my interest this past week. The thread common to all is whether we should attribute the weakening of the nation’s most important urban centers to the persistence of work-from-home practices, the concomitant increases in office and storefront vacancies, and an attendant decline in property tax revenues.

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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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Ushijima Architects designs flood-resilient U-House near Japanese lake

Deezen

Japanese studio Ushijima Architects has completed a small wood-clad house in Shiga Prefecture, with living spaces raised on a concrete base to help mitigate the risk of flooding. Located near Biwa-ko, the largest freshwater lake in Japan, the U-House sits on an area of former wetland used for growing rice that was filled in after the second world war.

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Direccion brings sense of tranquility to Casa Tres Árboles in Valle de Bravo

Deezen

The designers at Mexican studio Direccion had "monastic sanctuary" in mind when revamping this weekend retreat in Valle de Bravo. The two-storey Casa Tres Árboles is designed to celebrate light and shadow contrasts, natural materials and calming colour tones. The double-height entrance hall features a floor of wood and black microcement "The goal of this project was to create a space in natural and warm tones, to convey a sense of refuge and retreat, of monastic sanctuary," said designer Marian

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glitch art and vibrant accents enliven and distort UR bureau’s grayscale apartment

designboom

glitch art embraces the pervasion of technology in our everyday lives in this 67 sqm apartment. The post glitch art and vibrant accents enliven and distort UR bureau’s grayscale apartment appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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How Brunner is reinventing collaboration in the office | News | Architonic

Architonic

<p>The last two years have turned society and its habits upside down. The working world, too, where basically hardly anything is the way it used to be. But this new start is proving to be a wonderful opportunity to rethink content and work processes and to reinvent oneself. Since last fall at the latest, it has been clear where this journey is headed.

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ZeroAvia test-flies largest airplane powered by hydrogen-electric engine to date

Deezen

ZeroAvia has flown what the aviation company claims is the largest aircraft yet to be run on a zero-emissions hydrogen -electric engine, testing a 19-seater plane over the skies of England. The company flew a modified 19-seat Dornier 228 twin-engine aircraft with one prototype hydrogen-electric engine retrofitted on its left wing and a regular gas turbine engine, a Honeywell TPE-331, on its right wing.

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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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Transforming traditional architecture with atmospheric lighting design | News | Architonic

Architonic

<p>The emotional and spiritual atmosphere one feels when entering centuries-old architecture is palpable. So while the degradation, and sometimes even intentional destruction, of ancient structures and environments is regretful and possibly shameful, it’s often an all-too-unavoidable part of healthy urban planning, adhering to important health and safety laws and regulations.</p> <p>Whenever these historic yet antiquated environments are refreshed and adapted for modern l

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A fusion of history

Habitus Living

Lauded for its artisanal-minded population, fabulous restaurants and bars (including Kawaii, the first Sake bar in Italy), boutiques, bistros and multicultural population, San Ferdiano is named as Lonely Planet’s coolest neighbourhood in the world. Located on the Oltrarno (The other side of the Arno River) the area is both medieval and contemporary.

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Modern Center Table Design for Your Living Room

Architecture Ideas

While decorating a room or house, we have to keep plenty of things in our minds. Which sometimes is tiring and disple asing. Right? From cho osing a theme to the colors, there is a lot of stuff that we’ll have to take care of. If you’re planning to decorate your living room, don’t forget about the furniture. Yes, this plays an important role in bringing the whole ambiance.

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The Tower of Cedars by Stefano Boeri Architetti

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In 2015, Stefano Boeri Architetti won an important international architectural competition for a tower mainly for residential use to be built in the town of Chavannes-Près-Renens near Lausanne (Switzerland). This is how La Torre dei Cedri or the Tower of Cedars came to be but it is more than just a simple tower or a “house” extended vertically. The project, which is currently under development, is rather a genuine prototype of a new model of housing, capable of providing a harmonious coexistence

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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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K-house renovation by yoshichika takagi occupies a hollowed-out building in japan

designboom

a series of staggered half-levels, the space harnesses minimalist design to stylize the qualities of a construction site. The post K-house renovation by yoshichika takagi occupies a hollowed-out building in japan appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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A New Zealand residence that captures the mountain views

Habitus Living

Nestled in the picturesque hills of Wanaka, Sundance Rise House by Condon Scott Architects boasts an idyllic rural setting that inspired its open and airy design. The home is situated on the outskirts of the town, where it offers breathtaking views of the lake and mountains in the distance. The architects have cleverly maximised the vistas by keeping the interiors light and bright, while also shielding the residents from the harsh elements.

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News: OMA wins competition for a public expansion of Turin's Museo Egizio

Bustler

A design from OMA has just been named the winner of an international competition to deliver a new vision for the Museo Egizio in Turin, Italy. OMA Managing Partner David Gianotten and Project Architect Andreas Karavanas will lead the creation of the Piazza Egizia covered courtyard and six ancillary urban rooms that connected to the original 1824 space, which is considered the oldest exhibitor of Ancient Egyptian artifacts in the world.

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House TO by Ludwig Godefroy Architecture | Detached houses

Architonic

Casa TO is located in La Punta Zicatela, a place on the Pacific coast of golden sunsets, where the sea, the sand, and the cliffs form a unique panorama. A discreet oasis of unusual architecture to immerse yourself in a state of absolute reflection. The project was outlined under the imprint of simplicity and conceptual elegance, where tradition and avant-garde are amalgamated in an unprecedented structure embraced by the tranquility of nature.

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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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News: Architecture and interiors celebrated at the 2022 International Design Awards

Bustler

The winners have been announced for the 2022 International Design Awards (IDA). Founded in 2007, the annual program seeks to “recognize, celebrate, and promote exceptional design visionaries” in the fields of architecture, interiors, graphics, fashion, and product design. The 2022 edition of the awards attracted thousands of submissions from almost 80 countries.

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Tribute: Curator and Writer Aric Chen Remembers the Late Arata Isozaki

Architectural Record

RECORD's international correspondent recounts time spent with the Pritzker Prize–winning architect, who died last December at the age of 91.

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News: HASTINGS Principal David M. Powell wins the 2023 AIA Award for Excellence in Public Architecture

Bustler

In recognition of outstanding contributions to his adopted hometown of Nashville , the American Institute of Architects (AIA) has honored architect David M. Powell with the 2023 AIA Award for Excellence in Public Architecture. The HASTINGS Architecture Principal moved to Nashville in 1991 in order to pursue a simultaneous career in country music and architecture, ultimately settling on the latter before joining the firm in 2008.

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Hotel Terrestre by Taller de Arquitectura X / Alberto Kalach | Hotels

Architonic

Located on the outskirts of Puerto Escondido, Oaxaca on the west coast of Mexico and facing the Pacific Ocean is the new project "Hotel Terrestre", designed by the Mexican architecture office Taller de Arquitectura X (TAX) directed by the architect Alberto Kalach in collaboration with Fernanda Romandia and Diana Backal. This new venue of Grupo Habita, which seeks to be 100% powered by solar energy, will open its doors in February 2022.

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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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Competition: win tickets to inaugural PlasticFree event at Parsons School of Design

Deezen

In our latest competition , Dezeen has teamed up with PlasticFree to give 100 readers a chance to attend Incredible Future NOW – an interdisciplinary forum of talks focusing on the climate crisis in New York City. Our Incredible Future Now takes place at Parsons School of Design in New York City on 2 February 2023 and follows the launch of PlasticFree's database of plastic alternatives earlier this month.

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A New Volume Provides Food for Thought on Metabolist Architecture in Japan

Architectural Record

As opposed to Modernism’s swapping of old for new, Metabolism promoted “replacement as an ongoing process.

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MoDusArchitects’ Fieldhouse: A Sport and Recreation Center in South Tyrol

Archeyes

The Fieldhouse project by MoDusArchitects, completed in 2022, adds a new material milestone to the South Tyrolean landscape, featuring inclusive spaces designed for sports and recreation. Fieldhouse Technical Information Be. The post MoDusArchitects’ Fieldhouse: A Sport and Recreation Center in South Tyrol appeared first on ArchEyes.

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Brutalist live/work creative space opens in Kanazawa, Japan

Brandon Donnelly

I am really interested in these sorts of spaces. In this case, these is an old brutalist office building in Kanazawa, Japan that was purchased in 2019 by artist Hiraki Sawa. The original intent was to turn it into a co-working space, but eventually the idea evolved into a hybrid “co-being” space that can be rented as a place to stay and/or as a place to facilitate creativity.

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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!