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Tutu lights populate Montreal's Cafe Constance by Atelier Zébulon Perron

Deezen

Pink pendant lights resembling dancers' skirts hang from the ceiling of this cafe by Atelier Zébulon Perron at a Montreal ballet school. Cafe Constance is located in the downtown Wilder Building, home to Les Grands Ballets Canadiens and named in tribute one of the organisation's former leaders, Constance Pathy. Cafe Constance was designed as a theatrical experience within the contemporary building's lobby.

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air new zealand to launch onboard sleeping pods for economy travelers in 2024

designboom

the sleeping pods provide six, full-length, lie-flat surfaces that each measure in excess of 200 x 58 centimeters (79 x 23 inches). The post air new zealand to launch onboard sleeping pods for economy travelers in 2024 appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Ten homes that make decorative use of board-formed concrete

Deezen

A board-formed concrete staircase that leads to a double-height library and a bathroom with irregular concrete walls are among ten home interiors with board-formed concrete showcased in this lookbook. Board-formed or board-marked concrete is a method of concrete construction that involves pouring concrete into temporary volumes or moulds, typically made from wooden boards.

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david zwirner hosts barbara kruger’s recent artworks with a critical look at societal issues

designboom

inspired by twenty-first-century trends and mainstreams, kruger's artworks are defined by provocative statements that seek truth, power, and doubt. The post david zwirner hosts barbara kruger’s recent artworks with a critical look at societal issues appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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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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Peter Newman adds UFO public bench to Canary Wharf to "encourage contemplation of the sky"

Deezen

British artist Peter Newman has installed a flying-saucer-shaped bench named Skystation between Foster + Partners Crossrail Place and Cesar Pelli's One Canada Square skyscraper in Canary Wharf , London. Described by the artist as "an interactive public sculpture and seat," the circular bench was recently installed in the London financial district to encourage people to stop, recline and look up at the sky.

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Martin Hopp adds space-saving "micro elements" to his Manhattan apartment

Deezen

New York architect Martin Hopp aimed to make the most of his dark, irregularly shaped apartment by using lots of white and creating clever "micro elements" like a retractable dining table. Encompassing 700 square feet (65 square metres), the Hopp Apartment is located on the garden level of a 1930s, multi-storey building in the city's Chelsea neighbourhood.

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Why Is It Important To Have A Work Space

Architecture Lab

Not many would have imagined working from home while maintaining productivity and efficiency even a few years back. So, you might ask why is it important to have a work space? Picture yourself sitting on a couch, typing on a laptop, with everything around you cluttered. Or, you are working on an important project on […].

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Stefano Boeri Architetti creates "paper lantern" pavilion at Venice Art Biennale

Deezen

Italian studio Stefano Boeri Architetti has created a pavilion called Hanji House at this year's Venice Art Biennale with an angular, paper-clad form based on sculptures by Korean artist Chun Kwang Young. Hanji House was designed by Stefano Boeri Architetti for a spot in the garden of the Palazzo Contarini Polignac, a palace overlooking Venice's Grand Canal.

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Rogers Stirk Harbour & Partners revisits plans for the Lloyd’s Building

The Spaces

What does the future hold for hi-tech London landmark, the Lloyd’s Building? If its owner, Shenzhen’s Ping An Insurance Group gets its way, it could become the city’s most architecturally unique hotel or events space. Practice ??Rogers Stirk Harbour & Partners has been asked by the Chinese insurer to draw up plans for the Lloyd’s building’s next life, according to the UK real estate platform, React News.

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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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Dual identity Govan health hub wears lab & office space on its sleeves

Urban Realm

A 6,000sq/m health innovation hub has been proposed for Govan, bridging the area’s shipbuilding heritage and emerging reputation for precision medicine through its facades. Designed by Hawkins/Brown with HarrisonStevens and WSP on behalf of R&D landlord Kadans the encourage health cluster. Split equally between laboratory and office space both halves are offset along a.

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San Francisco is kind of on the verge of abolishing single-family zoning

Brandon Donnelly

The headline sounds pretty promising: San Francisco is on the verge of abolishing single-family zoning , and will soon allow 4-plexes across the city and up to 6 units on corner lots. It is also clear recognition that, “hey, we have a housing problem and should probably figure out a way to increase overall supply.” Unfortunately, when you look at the policy details, you’ll see that this is likely to be more symbolic than effective.

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Terracotta House | MODO Designs

ArchiDiaries

Excerpt : Terracotta House is a residence designed by the architectural firm MODO Designs. The exterior materials are exposed concrete and brick, wooden panelling and door windows, and Kota stone flooring, creating an earthy palette. Internally there is a play of exposed as well as finished surfaces. All the materials have been locally sourced and fused to keep the spaces connected to the local roots.

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Unique education project - Inspireli Croatia Competition

World Architecture Community

In this prodigious project, students are to design çâ buildings on "â,âââ mÖ #architecture #design #arch. 02.07.

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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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Post War Apartment T101 | ROOI Design and Research

ArchiDiaries

Excerpt: Post War Apartment T101 is a residence designed by the firm ROOI Design and Research. The designers removed all unnecessary elements, demolished the old wall in the middle, and broke the old grid pattern. As a result, they could design an apartment that served multiple functions within a relatively small space. They created an area intended for receiving guests, working from home, reading, or even practising an indoor sports activity, which can be truly useful during these pandemic time

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Competitions: Suspended Sleeping Pod

Bustler

Registration Deadline: Jan 30, 2023; Submission Deadline Jan 30, 2023 Our brief asks for the design of a 2-person sleeping pod that can be suspended on a cliff face or balance on a mountain ridge. The fully sustainable and self sufficient design should provide a comfortable, enclosed, safe space to sleep 2 people and a dog. It should be made of locally sourced, natural materials to sit peacefully within the picturesque landscape, making this the main feature of the experience.

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Great Green Wall Single Stage Student Ideas Competition

ArchiDiaries

About Competition. The International Union of Architects (UIA) has launched the Great Green Wall single stage student ideas competition open to all students in architecture of the world. The objective of the competition is to spotlight innovative design ideas for providing simplified affordable housing within the 8000 km long, 16 km wide living region stretching across the Sahel-Savanah desert region from Dakar to Djibouti known as the Great Green Wall (GGW).

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Competitions: Tavertet Cliff-Edge Hotel

Bustler

Registration Deadline: Jan 30, 2023; Submission Deadline Jan 30, 2023 Challenge: design a vernacular and fully sustainable eco-hotel balancing on the edge of the dramatic cliffs of the Pre-Pyrenees. The site is located next to the small mountain village of Tavertet, Catalonia. How can humans occupy spaces that inspire harmony with the natural environment?

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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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Interior Designer | Studio Nxt

ArchiDiaries

Studio Nxt is hiring junior interior designer to join their office in India. Job Title : Interior Designer. Experience Required : 1-2 Years.

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10 best window AC brands in India (FAQs, Price links incl.)

Building and Interiors

With temperatures soaring almost throughout the year, one of the best ways to keep your… The post 10 best window AC brands in India (FAQs, Price links incl.) appeared first on Building And Interiors.

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Interior Designer | SPACE REFRACT

ArchiDiaries

SPACE REFRACT is hiring Interior designers to join their office in India. Job Title: Interior Designer. Experience Required: 1-2 Years.

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Banana trees: Plant lover’s guide to buying, caring & Vastu tips

Building and Interiors

The banana tree is a unique plant that helps express your artistic taste when you… The post Banana trees: Plant lover’s guide to buying, caring & Vastu tips appeared first on Building And Interiors.

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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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Interns | Studio Mesh

ArchiDiaries

Studio Mesh is hiring Interns to join their office in New Delhi, India. Job Title: Interns.

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Blue Mountain Modern by cgmodern architecture

Archinect

The goal for this single family residence was to create a simple, compact live-work home in the mountains that fully embraces living in nature while also addressing the social and environmental challenges of living in the mountains. As the architect and home owner, we tightly tailored this 1800 s.f. all-electric home to meet our program needs while being economical to build and use.

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Interns | Studio Nxt

ArchiDiaries

Studio Nxt is hiring Architectural Intern join their office in India. Job Title : Interns.

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Paris School of Architecture spotlights six postgraduate architecture projects

Deezen

Dezeen School Shows: a fictional project set in a hyper-nationalist world and a speculative take on the reinvention of football are included in Dezeen's latest school show by students at Paris School of Architecture. Also included is an alternative history where time travel has allowed "the creation of a long-term climate parliament in 1994" and a project that envisions an extreme feminism movement born from Me Too.

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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!