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Today is Santiago Calatrava Day in Milwaukee, honoring the architect’s iconic Quadracci Pavilion

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Milwaukee has declared Friday, September 16th as Santiago Calatrava Day, in celebration of the architect’s contribution to the city. Calatrava’s legacy in the city comes in the form of the Milwaukee Art Museum’s Quadracci Pavilion , known locally as “The Calatrava.” The pavilion opened in 2001 following four years of construction.

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Kingsbury Commons at Pease Park, Austin, Texas, is reworked by Ten Eyck, Clayton Korte, and Mell Lawrence Architects

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With a focus on its built elements, historic features, and cultural resources, the plan included an inventory and developed set of concepts. The post Kingsbury Commons at Pease Park, Austin, Texas, is reworked by Ten Eyck, Clayton Korte, and Mell Lawrence Architects appeared first on Ã…vontuura.

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PREEN Inc, Design Opera, and Abramson Architects among winners of the 2022 AIA Los Angeles Restaurant Design Awards

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The Los Angeles chapter of the American Institute of Architects ( AIA|LA ) announced the 2022 winners of its coveted annual Restaurant Design Award in a special ceremony held last night in Downtown LA. In a year defined by a return to in-person dining, seven projects stood out for their design flexibility and ability to create an enchanting epicurean experience for diners.

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unveiled ‘salmon eye’ forum center floats in norway, accessible only by ferry

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floating installation ‘salmon eye’ is a forum center that hopes to inform visitors about sustainable aquaculture and seafood. The post unveiled ‘salmon eye’ forum center floats in norway, accessible only by ferry 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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Atlanta ranks first for most constructed downtown apartments nationwide over the last decade

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According to a new study by storage space marketplace StorageCafe , four of the top five most active downtown areas for new apartment construction are in the South, with Atlanta , Georgia ranking first for built downtown apartments over the past ten years. The city yielded over 21,500 apartments over this period. For this study, StorageCafe assessed the downtown areas of the country’s 100 largest cities and ranked them based on the quantity of multifamily units produced over the last decad

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Office buildings are deploying the power of scents to lure workers back

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There’s been a surge of demand from real estate owners for pleasant fragrances to make the air a little fresher and the workplace a little more comforting and energizing [.] “Here in New York City, for example, real estate companies are interested in scenting the building itself, as opposed to just the individual tenant spaces [.] There are lots of vacant office spaces these days.

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aptera unveils its ‘gamma’ solar EV prototype at fully charged LIVE 2022

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boasting new and improved features, the latest model by Aptera Motors inches the design closer to ultra-efficiency. The post aptera unveils its ‘gamma’ solar EV prototype at fully charged LIVE 2022 appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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SANAA founders Kazuyo Sejima and Ryue Nishizawa honored as 2022 Praemium Imperiale Award laureates

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The Japan Art Association has just announced SANAA founders Kazuyo Sejima and Ryue Nishizawa as the 2022 Architecture category winners of the coveted annual Praemium Imperiale Award , now in its 33rd year. The 2010 Pritzker Prize laureates were joined by winners in other categories that include Italian Arte Povera painter Giulio Paolini, dissident Chinese artist Ai Weiwei , and architecturally-inspired Alice in the Cities director Wim Wenders.

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so koizumi’s intricate brass wind chime embodies fluctuating human emotion

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the brass wind chime with a tensegrity structure explores the emotional transitional state between stability and anxiety. The post so koizumi’s intricate brass wind chime embodies fluctuating human emotion 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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Archtober, New York City’s Architecture Festival, Returns for its Twelfth Year

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This post is brought to you by Archtober 2022. Archtober , the month-long festival of architecture and design, returns this year to New York City. Organized by the Center for Architecture in collaboration with partners and sponsors across the city, the 2022 installment of the festival will gather events, exhibitions, resources, and activities across the five boroughs.

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geometric pools & plant-covered walls define BORD’s aquaticum water park in hungary

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water and flora emerge on both horizontal and vertical surfaces of the park by BORD. The post geometric pools & plant-covered walls define BORD’s aquaticum water park in hungary appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Chicago Architecture Biennial selects Floating Museum collective to lead CAB 5 titled 'This is a Rehearsal'

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The Chicago Architecture Biennial ( CAB ) has announced the theme and Artistic Directors for its upcoming fifth edition. Under the title This is a Rehearsal , local artist collective Floating Museum will be tasked with explaining how "contemporary environmental, political, and economic issues are shared across national boundaries but are addressed differently around the world through art, architecture, infrastructure, and civic participation.".

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Ruth Asawa’s Redwood House in San Francisco Gets a Spirited Renovation

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Designed in 1974 by the artist’s husband, architect Albert Lanier, the Noe Valley residence features fresh finishes and an expanded plan that takes advantage of city views. Houses We Love: Every day we feature a remarkable space submitted by our community of architects, designers, builders, and homeowners. Project Details: Location: Noe Valley, San Francisco, California Architect: Studio Terpeluk / @studioterpeluk Landscape Design: Monica Viarengo / @monicaviarengolandscapedesign Color Consultan

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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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Nearly half of Manhattan employees have returned to the office according to new study

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The Partnership for New York City has surveyed more than 160 major Manhattan office employers over the past two weeks to get a sense of the number of employees that have returned to office work or are still working remotely. They found that 49% of workers were at their office workplace on an average weekday, with the share of fully-remote employees dropping from 28% in April to 16% in mid-September.

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King Charles III's impact on British architecture

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Under his previous title of Prince of Wales, Britain's new monarch exerted significant influence on the built environment through campaigning, torpedoing modernist projects and even building his own traditional towns. Here are six ways King Charles III has impacted British architecture. King Charles III has a keen interest in architecture and, before he became king, was not afraid to make his opinions known.

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Jenny Holzer and PEN America illuminate Rockefeller Center to cast light on freedom of expression

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To coincide with the commemoration of its 100th anniversary PEN America has commissioned American conceptual artist Jenny Holzer to illuminate the facade of three buildings in Rockefeller Center. Entitled SPEECH [.]. Read More. The post Jenny Holzer and PEN America illuminate Rockefeller Center to cast light on freedom of expression appeared first on The Architect’s Newspaper.

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sustainable design meets vernacular chinese tradition in the well house

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inspired by the amorphous scenery and vernacular architecture, the 'well house' takes shape as a timber frame structured complex of buildings that function as a modern wellness hotel. The post sustainable design meets vernacular chinese tradition in the well house 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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SOM’s green terra-cotta facade for Disney’s New York headquarters takes shape

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Brought to you by: Architect Skidmore Owings & Merrill Location New York, New York Completion Date 2024 Developer/Owner’s Representative Silverstein Properties Sustainability Atelier Ten Facade Consultant R.A. Heintges & Associates [.]. Read More. The post SOM’s green terra-cotta facade for Disney’s New York headquarters takes shape appeared first on The Architect’s Newspaper.

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Buro Happold and Cookfox Architects develop living facade for birds and insects

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British engineering company Buro Happold and American architecture studio Cookfox Architects have developed a prototype for a terracotta facade system that can house small wildlife, insects, birds and plants. The modular system aims to provide wildlife including bees, birds and plants space to thrive on the facades of buildings in urban environments.

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A Maine Couple Find Their Passion for Design in an Island Cabin Renovation

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The 1969 summer house needed a gut remodel—so Carisa Salerno and Aaron Levin rebuilt it piece by piece: "In the end, we feel like we built a sculpture, not a house." Thirteenth-generation Maine resident Carisa Salerno and her artist husband, Aaron Levin, nearly bit off more than they could chew when they bought a 1969 coastal cabin on Vinalhaven, a small island off the coast of Maine.

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Ubiquitous Energy aims to make transparent solar windows a global standard

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US company Ubiquitous Energy has invented a thin coating that turns windows into transparent solar panels, providing other ways to harvest renewable energy in buildings beyond rooftop panels. Ubiquitous Energy describes its technology as being the only transparent photovoltaic glass coating that is "visibly indistinguishable" from traditional windows.

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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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An ‘Invisible’ house is for sale in Warwickshire

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Steve Smith designed his remarkable, mirrored Warwickshire home so that it disappears entirely into its surrounds. Aptly called Invisible House, the Moreton Paddox home expands across 3,000 sq ft and is surrounded by mature trees on all sides. Living spaces are set within individual pavilions connected via glazed walkways and clad in panes of smoked mirror glass.

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The Oikos Venezia DoorScape contest puts entrance architecture centre stage | News | Architonic

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<p>Everyone knows the importance of making a good first impression. In architecture, the first opportunity to make people feel welcome and comfortable occurs at the front door. The entrance gives a sense of a building’s style and character, as well as the style and character of its occupants. It is also a place of cultural significance, where local traditions and customs are often expressed through unique functions, symbols and acts.</p> <p>Italian door manufacturing bran

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leon keer’s giant 3D mural in las vegas depicts a retrofied crypto slot machine

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the retro, pop surrealist gambling slot machine juxtaposes the emerging digital cryptocurrency wave. The post leon keer’s giant 3D mural in las vegas depicts a retrofied crypto slot machine appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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A Major Apartment Renovation in Brazil Hits All the Right Notes

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At a 1970s flat, architect Ana Sawaia knocked down interior walls for a more open plan and infused it with light, soft colors, and budget-friendly finishes. As one can imagine, an apartment from the 1970s that hasn’t been touched in years wouldn’t be the most conducive for a work-from-home couple. It had its charms, original parquet floors among them, which gave Pedro and Flavia reason enough to purchase.

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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!