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NOVEMBER 26, 2024

Modulus matrix -85 social housing in Cornellà, Barcelonaby Peris + Toral Arquitectes. Image Courtesy of RIBA The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) awarded its 2024 International Prize to Modulus Matrix , an 85-unit social housing development in Cornellà, near Barcelona. Designed by Peris + Toral Arquitectes , the six-story timber-framed building is a notable example of innovative social housing design.

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NOVEMBER 26, 2024

While big architectural gestures commonly feature glass and steel, those building with the material hope to show that hemp can be grand in its own right. The Guardian points out Public Realm Lab’s Powerhouse Place, the recently named winner of the National Award for Sustainable Architecture at the 2024 National Architecture Awards , as an example of Australia’s embrace of hempcrete and other hemp products as alternative building materials.

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NOVEMBER 26, 2024

Completed in 2024 in Berlin, Germany. Images by Erman Aksoy. This interior fit-out by Studio Loes demonstrates how historic buildings in Berlin may be designed for the future with few resources and targeted.

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NOVEMBER 26, 2024

The fourth RIBA International Prize has been awarded to the Modulus Matrix: 85 Social Housing complex in Cornellà, Spain by Peris + Toral Arquitectes for 2024. The design arranges five to six modules worth approximately 139 square feet apiece into 85 homes inspired by Japanese design with 18 on each floor. Circulation cores are placed in each corner of the structure for easier access to the building, and units receive an ample amount of sunlight and are easily cross-ventilated thanks to t

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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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NOVEMBER 26, 2024

Utzon Center / Jørn Utzon © Ttrabantos / Shutterstock Architect Jørn Utzon , globally recognized for projects like the Sydney Opera House , introduced an innovative design featuring its iconic shell-shaped roofs. Though he achieved great fame in Oceania , Utzon was born in Denmark , and it was in his childhood city that his final project was realized.

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NOVEMBER 26, 2024

Courtesy of Atelier XÜK architects: Architecture School of Southeast University architects: Atelier XÜK Location: Zisha Road, Dingshu Town, Yixing, China Project Year: 2024 Photographs: Courtesy of Atelier XÜK Area: 2435.

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NOVEMBER 26, 2024

Two new Bratislava skyscrapers designed by Dutch architectural firm KCAP are set to become the tallest buildings in Slovakia , and the second-tallest in the European Union. Standing at heights of 853 and 604 feet, the residential towers will contain over 1,100 new homes.

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NOVEMBER 26, 2024

© Pedro Kok architects: Terra e Tuma Arquitetos Associados Location: São Paulo, Brazil Project Year: 2023 Photographs: Pedro Kok Area: 283.

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NOVEMBER 26, 2024

Morris Adjmi Architects ' new Helen Diller Anchor House student housing project has debuted on the campus of the University of California at Berkeley. Photo by Jason O'Rear The project is a resource meant to house transfer students who are a vital part of the UC system and more likely to be first-generation college students from low-income backgrounds than their peers.

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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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NOVEMBER 26, 2024

© Rafa Jacinto Brazil has just announced its participation in the 19th International Architecture Exhibition – La Biennale di Venezia , opening on May 10, 2025, with a pavilion curated by the Plano Coletivo group. Architects Luciana Saboia , Eder Alencar , and Matheus Seco will lead the project, representing Brazil with an multidisciplinary approach that bridges architecture, nature, and social infrastructure.

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NOVEMBER 26, 2024

Rwanda Institute for Conservation Agriculture has won Dezeen Awards 2024 sustainable project of the year following the announcement of all six sustainability category winners at a party in London. The six winners awarded in Dezeen's annual awards programme were by studios including Kooo Architects , Isomi and Kvadrat. Rwanda Institute for Conservation Agriculture crowned sustainable project of the year Rwanda Institute for Conservation Agriculture by MASS Design Group won the prestigious sustain

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NOVEMBER 26, 2024

“Women in Architecture” documentary: Tosin Oshinowo. Image Courtesy of SkyFrame Architecture is a discipline where theory and practice meet, transforming abstract ideas into spaces that shape and respond to human lives and identity. For Nigerian architect and curator Tosin Oshinowo , this dynamic is at the core of her work. As the founder of Oshinowo Studio and curator of the 2023 Sharjah Architecture Triennial , she has carved a unique path in contemporary architecture by blending cultural spec

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NOVEMBER 26, 2024

Austrian studio Delugan Meissl Associated Architects has completed the Expo Cultural Park Greenhouse in China , engulfing a disused steelworks with a mass of curved glass pavilions. The 35-metre-tall greenhouse is one of the main attractions in the newly-opened southern section of the Expo Park, built on the former industrial area of Pudong in Shanghai.

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NOVEMBER 26, 2024

© ADORAS Atelier Arquitectura architects: ADORAS Atelier Arquitectura Location: Alcala de Henares, Madrid, Spain Project Year: 2023 Photographs: ADORAS Atelier Arquitectura Area: 70245 ft2 Read more »

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NOVEMBER 26, 2024

A social housing project in Barcelona by local studio Peris + Toral Arquitectes has been named the winner of this year's RIBA International Prize. Named 85 Social Dwellings in Cornellà , the project was selected as the winner of the biannual award by the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) from a three-strong shortlist. Peris + Toral Arquitectes was praised for its design that centres on a modular timber framework designed to promote flexibility for its residents, which the jury said "

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NOVEMBER 26, 2024

Completed in 2015 in Škoflje, Slovenia. Images by Ana Skobe. On the banks of the green hinterland of the Slovenian coast, among the olive groves of the Istrian landscape, a family of four has made a new home.

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NOVEMBER 26, 2024

Dutch architecture firm Mecanoo has designed the Doris Duke Theater at Massachusetts dance venue Jacob's Pillow to replace the previous theatre lost to a fire in 2020. Located in the Berkshires , the theatre will more than double the size of the former 8,500-square-foot (789-square-metre) building and will feature integrated technology such as body-tracking infrared cameras and robotics.

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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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NOVEMBER 26, 2024

Completed in 2024 in Shibuya, Japan. Images by Kenta Hasegawa.

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NOVEMBER 26, 2024

Swedish architecture office Tengbom has set up its studio inside a renovated 1930s factory in Stockholm , with a demountable fit-out that relies almost entirely on reused and existing elements. The project, shortlisted for a 2024 Dezeen Award in the sustainable interior category , saw Tengbom relocate from a modernist inner-city office to a factory built in 1934.

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NOVEMBER 26, 2024

© Alex Shoots Buildings architects: Malý Chmel Location: , Czech Republic Project Year: 2023 Photographs: Alex Shoots Buildings Photographs: Area: 63.

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NOVEMBER 26, 2024

glass panels, interconnected garden courtyards, and open-air walkways enhance transparency across each of stella casa's segments. The post garden courtyards wind through stacked cubes of idee architects’ vietnam hillside house appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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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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NOVEMBER 26, 2024

Nestled on St-Hubert Plaza in the vibrant Rosemont neighborhood, Parade Studios has transformed a two-story industrial printer building into a.

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NOVEMBER 26, 2024

topped by a semi-transparent 'crown' facade, the museum will bring a modern intervention to historic rotterdam. The post national museum of photography to occupy historic coffee warehouse in rotterdam appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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NOVEMBER 26, 2024

Completed in 2024 in Singapore, Singapore. Images by Studio Periphery. The Shop Downstairs is a playful and tongue-in-cheek reference to the essential commercial hubs that energize Singapore's public housing communities.

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NOVEMBER 26, 2024

The Global Cement and Concrete Association has set international definitions for low-carbon concrete and cement , which were launched at the COP29 climate conference. Announced at the COP29 summit in Azerbaijan, which took place from 11 to 22 November, the Global Cement and Concrete Association (GCCA) hopes its definitions will encourage the identification and sale of "green" concrete and cement.

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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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