Wed.Oct 05, 2022

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BIG breaks ground on a transformational new science center at California's Claremont McKenna College

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A new higher-ed project from BIG has broken ground on the campus of California’s Claremont McKenna College. The 135,000-square-foot Robert Day Sciences Center provides facilities for a newly-funded program of integrated scientific research into neurology, genealogical studies, and climate change while spearheading a series of improvements aimed at preparing the 76-year-old school for its "next chapter.".

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404 Residence / Office Sugurufukuda

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© Yuta Itagaki | Kiengi. architects: Office Sugurufukuda Location: Tokyo, Japan Project Year: 2020 Photographs: Yuta Itagaki | Kiengi Area: 50.0 m2. Read more ».

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This week's featured architectural employers are OMA, Lake|Flato Architects, Workshop AD, 64North, and Norelius Studio

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No matter if you are looking for an architectural internship at a big, global firm or an advanced career opportunity at a boutique design studio, the huge list of current openings on Archinect Jobs has got something for everyone. Included in our latest weekly highlight of featured architectural employers are five firms with current job openings in New York City , Santa Monica/Los Angeles , Seattle , Austin , and San Antonio.

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The “Mass is More” installation brings the innovation of mass timber construction to the Mies van der Rohe Pavilion in Barcelona

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The installation explores the use of regenerative and decarbonizing architectural materials in modern buildings. The post The “Mass is More” installation brings the innovation of mass timber construction to the Mies van der Rohe Pavilion in Barcelona appeared first on Åvontuura.

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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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Specifying the future of steel construction could be your next job description

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Following last week’s look at an opening for a Senior Architect at CHECKSET , we are using this week’s edition of our Job Highlights series to explore roles for a Structural Steel Specialist at the American Institute of Steel Construction (AISC). The successful candidate will support the AISC in its mission to write the specifications to which all steel buildings in the U.S. are designed and built, and to produce design standards that advance the quality, economy, and safety of steel

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Four ideal patrons comprise RIBA's 2022 Client of the Year shortlist

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The Royal Institute of British Architects ( RIBA ) has continued its tradition of honoring architectural patronage with the unveiling of their 2022 Client of the Year shortlist. The four entities that made this year’s list offer a variety of project types with one unifying throughline — project quality — standing as the order of the day.

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Wilkinson Eyre completes long-awaited redevelopment of iconic Battersea Power Station

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Architecture studio Wilkinson Eyre has unveiled the redeveloped Battersea Power Station in London ahead of its opening next week, almost 40 years after the building was decommissioned. The former power station, which now contains over 100 shops, 46,000 square metres of office space for technology brand Apple and 254 apartments is set to officially open to the public on 14 October.

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AMO reveals unique retail spaces for Jacquemus' Paris and London expansions

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A splashy collaboration between AMO (the research arm of OMA ) and the French fashion house Jacquemus is making the scene in Paris and London this season thanks to the dynamic duo of OMA partner Ellen van Loon and Giulio Margheri. Located inside the iconic Parisian department store Galeries Lafayette Haussmann and the equally posh London’s Selfridges and Harvey Nichols outfitters, the stores first premiered in July and were inspired by a deep dive into the brand’s origins, according

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ancient chinese ‘hui-style’ architecture meets modernity in historical building in hangzhou

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design studio outlooker renovated a centuries-old building in hangzhou, china, into a contemporary tea room and guesthouse. The post ancient chinese ‘hui-style’ architecture meets modernity in historical building in hangzhou 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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'Reconnecting communities to landscapes': Meet the winners of the 2022 ASLA Professional Awards

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A total of 28 projects from across the country have been honored as part of this year’s American Society of Landscape Architects (ASLA) Professional Awards program. In an announcement made on October 3, the organization named its Excellence and Honor Awards winner across seven categories, including The Landmark Award, which was given to Hargreaves Jones for their 2001 transformation of Crissy Field for the Golden Gate National Parks Conservancy in San Francisco.

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diffuse lighting + sloping volumes define apollo architects’ new house in tokyo

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the minimalist interiors are elevated by the owners' few superfluous possessions. The post diffuse lighting + sloping volumes define apollo architects’ new house in tokyo appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Taslimi Residence by Fleetwood Fernandez Architects

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The design for this house imagines occupying the entire site, all of it considered living space, with rooms formed as much by the landscape as by the architecture. To that end, the house is designed as a linear sequence, multipurpose spaces unfolding with a feeling of progression. A cast in place, wood-formed concrete wall grounds every room on the south side, its permanence also challenged by the ever-changing light cast upon it by an oversized skylight.

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self-flying eVTOL ‘wisk’ flies 4 people up to 4,000 feet in air at 120 knots

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self-flying eVTOL ‘wisk’ can be charged in just 15 minutes and has a range of 90 miles (with reserves) and room for carry-on luggage items. The post self-flying eVTOL ‘wisk’ flies 4 people up to 4,000 feet in air at 120 knots appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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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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Airavat by lyth Design

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The site is located on the outskirts of bustling Mumbai, in the quiet of the Sahyadri hills. The sweeping views of the Western Ghats in almost any direction are the highlight of this otherwise simple parcel of land. The capturing and framing of these picturesque landscapes was the primary inspiration behind the design. The disruptive architecture manages to create spaces of varying scales from monumental to cozy while it integrates into the home, the nature that surrounds it.

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ambience studio crafts playful + minimalist lighting out of repurposed LEGO pieces

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studio ambience creates the 'ultimate playful kaleidoscope of color' with the linear light made from repurposed LEGO pieces. The post ambience studio crafts playful + minimalist lighting out of repurposed LEGO pieces appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Companies divided over including salaries in job adverts, survey finds

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A series of salary transparency laws emerging across the U.S. is already having an impact on how companies approach disclosing pay range information, one survey has found. The study, undertaken by insurance advisor company WTW, found that many businesses are choosing to include information on salary ranges in job adverts , even when not required to under state or local laws.

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MAD architects completes sinuous stadium of its quzhou sports park

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the building fluidly integrates into the landscape as a continuation of the rolling ground rather than an object atop it. The post MAD architects completes sinuous stadium of its quzhou sports park appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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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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Criticism of the 2022 Stirling Prize adds another wrinkle ahead of next week's announcement

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The debate surrounding sustainability and the Stirling Prize is heating up again in the lead-up to RIBA ’s October 13th announcement of the coveted annual award. Just eight weeks after the Institute's new president Muyiwa Oki was swept into office on a platform of change, UK-based critic Kunle Barker took to the Architects’ Journal to answer some of the organization’s more vocal critics, including the group Architects’ Climate Action Network (or ACAN ), who have derided t

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ETH zurich explores digital design + robotic 3D printing in concrete ‘eggshell pavilion’

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the pavilion by ETH zurich and gramazio kohler shows how digital techniques and robotic fabrication enable the creation of freeform structures using recycled ultra-thin formwork. The post ETH zurich explores digital design + robotic 3D printing in concrete ‘eggshell pavilion’ appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Sidecar Del Mar by Fleetwood Fernandez Architects

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The spaces for these doughnut shops, famed for fresh, artisanal ingredients, are meticulously crafted like the doughnuts themselves. Each location draws inspiration from its unique neighborhood, but they share generous volumes, playful geometries, and reduced palettes inspired by the sweet treats.

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watch mr. doodle fully cover mansion in his own black and white cartoonish signature

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the world is getting doodled by mr. doodle. The post watch mr. doodle fully cover mansion in his own black and white cartoonish signature appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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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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Syracuse School of Architecture students win grand prize at the 2022 Busan International Architecture Design Workshop

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A team of fifth-year students out of Syracuse University’s School of Architecture has been unveiled as the recipients of the grand prize at the 2022 Busan International Architecture Design Workshop (BIADW). They were recognized for their project, "Connective Corridor," which lays out a waterfront revitalization and ferry system for Busan ’s Busanwondong railway station on the city’s Donghae Line.

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saudi arabia to host 2029 asian winter games in desert megacity that doesn’t yet exist

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saudi arabia will be the first west asian country to host the asian winter games in the futuristic 'trojena' development, scheduled for completion in 2026. The post saudi arabia to host 2029 asian winter games in desert megacity that doesn’t yet exist appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Southern Utah Museum of Art by Brooks + Scarpa

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SUMA (Southern Utah Museum of Art) will be the anchor to the New Beverley Taylor Sorenson Center for the Arts on the campus of Southern Utah University. Located at the corner of W. Center Street and University Blvd the museum will link downtown Cedar City with the Southern Utah University campus. The Beverley Taylor Sorenson Center for the Arts will be home to SUMA as well as the new Shakespeare Theatre, replacing the current open-air Adams Theatre.

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Saudi Arabia set to host Asian Winter Games at Neom "in the heart of the desert"

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Saudi Arabia has announced that it has won the right to host the 2029 Asian Winter Games at its Trojena resort, which is being designed by Zaha Hadid Architects , UNStudio , Aedas , LAVA and Bureau Proberts as part of the Neom development. The 2029 Asian Winter Games will be hosted at a 60-square-kilometre skiing and outdoor activity resort that is set to be completed in 2016 as part of Neom, a renewable energy-powered region under development across Saudi Arabia, Jordan and Egypt.

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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!