Avontuura
FEBRUARY 2, 2022
It’s a Vertical Forest combining open and closed balconies that interrupt the regularity of the building and create an ever-changing movement. The post Stefano Boeri Architetti complete vertical forest city in Huanggang appeared first on Åvontuura.
Archinect
FEBRUARY 2, 2022
Architects are no strangers to burnout. In recent years, our editorial has explored the genesis of burnout in architectural circles by examining the impact of college studio culture as well as burnout and fatigue in the professional architectural workplace. While burnout existed long before the COVID-19 pandemic, there is evidence that the upheaval of the past two years has further exacerbated an already fragile mental health landscape in the profession.
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Avontuura
FEBRUARY 2, 2022
The volume of the building is drawn out of the ground, creates a visually beautiful skyline and harmony with the environment. The post This Tehran office building features a sloped green roof and exterior structure appeared first on Åvontuura.
Archinect
FEBRUARY 2, 2022
For designers stepping into the workforce, looking for a viable internship opportunity can offer many benefits. In November 2021 , we focused on paid internship resources for students and emerging professionals to navigate potential job listings. At Archinect, we frequently highlight the importance of paid employment opportunities and the discourse surrounding fair and equitable practices.
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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?
Deezen
FEBRUARY 2, 2022
Architecture studio Kengo Kuma and Associates has built a pavilion with a textile roof supported by bamboo stalks on the grounds of a temple in Kyoto , Japan. Named Kyoto Yudo Pavilion, the structure designed by Kengo Kuma and Associates was built in a bamboo grove within the temple site. Kengo Kuma and Associates designed the Kyoto Yudo Pavilion for a temple in Japan.
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Deezen
FEBRUARY 2, 2022
A honeycomb-shaped installation and a "winged" pavilion are among the finalists of this year's Winter Stations competition, which brings together designs for temporary beach stations in Toronto. This year's brief was to create pavilions that encourage people to explore the outdoors, in response to the theme of resilience. Three student proposals and three proposals from established designers were chosen for the temporary structures along Woodbine Beach.
Archinect
FEBRUARY 2, 2022
This morning, joggers in New York’s Central Park may have come across a curious, rather illustrious sight. A cube composed of 186 kilograms of pure 24-karat gold, conceived by the German artist Niclas Castello who has billed it as a conceptual “socle du monde” (base of the world) sculpture for our time, was wheeled out to the Naumburg Bandshell this morning at around 5:00am.
Deezen
FEBRUARY 2, 2022
Architect Javier Sanjurjo and architectural design studio Ameneiros Rey have completed an L-shaped house in Vilalba, Spain , featuring living spaces elevated above the ground on pillars to optimise views of the surrounding nature. Berlin-based architect Javier Sanjurjo designed the Hórreo House for his parents, who still live in his hometown of Vilalba in Galicia, with support from local studio Ameneiros Rey.
Archinect
FEBRUARY 2, 2022
A new study published by Primary Research Group has been released examining American college students and their use of 3D printers. The survey looks closely at how many and which students are using 3D printers at their colleges, along with how much they are using them. The report also collected students’ opinions on the value of 3D printers and how aware they are of their availability in their academic settings.
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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
The Architect's Newsletter
FEBRUARY 2, 2022
While there’s no shortage of first ladies, influential female movers-and-shakers, businesswomen, and doyennes of all stripes associated with Palm Springs—Dinah Shore, Mary Pickford, Lucille Ball, Marilyn Monroe, Gigi Guggenheim, the [.]. Read More. The post Palm Springs’ Downtown Park looks beyond the desert city’s midcentury heyday appeared first on The Architect’s Newspaper.
Archinect
FEBRUARY 2, 2022
With the old year wrapped up, it's time to select the best architecture school lecture poster of 2021! Archinect's ongoing Get Lectured series featured 28 poster designs last year from the Spring and Fall terms at leading architecture schools throughout the United States and Canada. Which entry will win the top spot this time? The winning posters of the 2020 poll were designs from Carnegie Mellon University , Thomas Jefferson University , and Woodbury University.
Deezen
FEBRUARY 2, 2022
Architecture firm Sher Maker has designed a home and music studio in Chiang Mai, Thailand , with a cluster of raised living spaces connected by wooden walkways that enjoy expansive views of its rural surroundings. Designed for a musician and their family, the two-storey Khiankai Home and Studio draws on the vernacular architecture of the area to foster an "intimate connection" with its natural surroundings.
Archinect
FEBRUARY 2, 2022
Black communities will be disproportionately saddled with billions of dollars of losses because of climate change as flooding risks grow in the coming decades, according to research published Monday. According to U.S. and U.K.-based researchers in a new study within the journal Nature Climate Change , not only will the annual cost of flooding across the U.S. reach $40 billion by 2050, but predominantly Black communities will be the most impacted.
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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.
The Spaces
FEBRUARY 2, 2022
Frankfurt architect Alexander Bernjus conceived this Frankfurt townhouse as a ‘house in a house’, complex with monastic interiors and monumental spaces. The Frankfurt property dates from 1960 but was completed transformed from the inside out by Bernjus, taking inspiration from the house’s hidden lot to create a series of surprising interior spaces. A sweeping staircase, carved from Jurassic stone, leads from the ground floor to the main entrance and directly into the open kitchen.
Archinect
FEBRUARY 2, 2022
The blizzard over the weekend dumped more than two feet of snow in many areas, while also inflicting major damage to communities along the Massachusetts coastline. In Truro, a house was left suspended on stilts over a beach after violent waves from the blizzard’s storm surge essentially washed away its remaining foundation. The home was once owned and operated by the U.S.
The Spaces
FEBRUARY 2, 2022
Swedish architect Konstantin Ikonomidis drew on Greenland’s landscape and Inuit architectural forms to design the Qaammat Fjeld pavilion on the shore of the Sarfannguit UNESCO site. Ikonomidis specialises in architecture for extreme climates. He used specially engineered glass bricks to build the transparent body of the pavilion, which mimics a traditional igloo or snow house, supported by metal poles drilled into the rocks.
Archinect
FEBRUARY 2, 2022
Hello People, I am currently 27 years old, I have an undergrad in Interior Design, worked in an interiors design office for about 4 years, and now I am back in architecture graduate school (M.Arch I). I really want to design and build from the ground up and eventually become licensed. I love architecture school, and for the record, I am not complaining about the amount of work required in Architecture school.
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Dwell
FEBRUARY 2, 2022
On the heels of an urban installation last year in King’s Cross, UK design firm Out of the Valley has plans for another woodsy pop-up. In September 2021, Granary Square in London’s King Cross was looking unusually outdoorsy. The plaza, flanked by warehouses and high-rise apartment buildings, played host to the first-ever Planted Cities, a sustainable design showcase that invited visitors to interact with more than 50 eco-conscious companies.
Archinect
FEBRUARY 2, 2022
MASK Architects and Shenzhen-based Jiang & Associates Design (J&A) have collaborated to develop the conceptual interior design of the Zhengzhou metro line-7 stations. The first phase of Zhengzhou Rail Transit Line 7 starts from Dongzhao Station to Nangang Liu Station. The line is 26.82 kilometers long and has 20 stations, including 11 transfer stations.
Deezen
FEBRUARY 2, 2022
Furniture designer Mari Koppanen has resurrected a suede-like material, historically made in parts of central Romania from hoof fungus , to upholster a rotund stool and matching bench. The Fomes range was designed in homage to its titular fungus, which is also known as fomes fomentarius and grows mushrooms shaped as a horse's hoof. Its wooden legs are made from the same birch trees on which it commonly grows.
Archinect
FEBRUARY 2, 2022
What would be the way to expand a historic city quarter with contemporary buildings avoiding disharmonious results? It was the core concern of the architects when designing the new information centers in the Buda Castle District in Budapest. The recently finished Visitor Center and Infopoint kiosks are using contemporary solutions to reflect on their surroundings - figuratively and literally.
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.
The Spaces
FEBRUARY 2, 2022
The only freestanding home in New York’s SoHo has listed for $7.2m – offering over 3,000-sq-ft of space in the heart of the busy neighbourhood. The Manhattan property has only changed hands a few times since it was built in 1930 and cuts a striking figure on Broome Street, where it stands alone, surrounded by interconnected apartment blocks. Photography: Development Marketing Team.
designboom
FEBRUARY 2, 2022
the house is designed as an unfolding journey upwards, so that the scenery changes as its occupants ascend to the top. The post tezuka architects optimizes views of mount fuji from its terraced ‘castle house’ appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.
Deezen
FEBRUARY 2, 2022
With the Beijing 2022 Winter Olympics due to commence on 4 February, Dezeen rounds up the most architecturally significant venues, including a new stadium by Populous and the world's first permanent structure for big air extreme snow jumping. The majority of the venues for the upcoming Winter Games are not new, with some built as venues for the Beijing 2008 Summer Olympics as the city becomes the first ever to host both editions of the 16-day competition.
designboom
FEBRUARY 2, 2022
nguyen's batmobile is a fully operational, tactical vehicle capable of freeway speeds. and to take things one step further, it’s driven by an electric engine. The post 23-year-old architect develops world’s first fully-functioning electric batmobile appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.
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