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Watch these construction robots 3D print a Walmart extension in just seven days

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In just seven days earlier this winter, the 3D printed robotic assembly process for a new Walmart extension was completed in Huntsville, Alabama. The concept pilot, part of the second iteration of a project led by Alquist 3D, stands 16.5 feet tall with 5,000 square feet of space to be used as a logistical warehouse. The structure was realized in February, fully two weeks ahead of schedule.

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Studio Fffaaarrr completes "experiment in typology" with tennis court coffee shop in Jakarta

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Local practice Studio Fffaaarrr has designed a coffee shop -cum- tennis club , complete with full-size tennis court, in the centre of the Indonesian capital. The Common Grounds Terra cafe and Menteng Tennis Club project in Jakarta "is an experiment in typology, which explores the possibilities and the collaborative functions between the two," Studio Fffaaarrr co-founder Andro Kaliandi and Fauzia Evanindya told Dezeen.

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MVRDV's Heerlen Holy Water adaptive reuse design ready for big splash in 2027

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Adaptive reuse projects have lately become a growing presence in MVRDV 's portfolio, with new projects in Berlin , Albania , and Amsterdam drawing it to the front of what is now a popular charge in the EU market and amongst its governments and design critics. Another new example to highlight today is their forthcoming Heerlen Holy Water conversion in the Dutch countryside in collaboration with Zecc Architecten.

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The Houberg Estate / Dieter Blok + Sanne Eekel

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Ossip van Duivenbode architects: Dieter BLOCK Architectuur architects: Sanne Eekel Project Year: 2024 Photographs: Ossip van Duivenbode Area: 1250.

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From Curiosity to Competitive Edge: How Mid-Market CEOs Are Using AI to Scale Smarter

Speaker: Lee Andrews, Founder at LJA New Media & Tony Karrer, Founder and CTO at Aggregage

This session will walk you through how one CEO used generative AI, workflow automation, and sales personalization to transform an entire security company—then built the Zero to Strategy framework that other mid-market leaders are now using to unlock 3.5x ROI. As a business executive, you’ll learn how to assess AI opportunities in your business, drive adoption across teams, and overcome internal resource constraints—without hiring a single data scientist.

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L.A. preservation group retains post-fire vestiges for future memorial

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Three months removed from the devastation of the Los Angeles Fires , The Art Newspaper has picked up on an effort by the local nonprofit organization House Museum to preserve the chimney remnants of homes in Pacific Palisades designed by significant architects such as Richard Neutra , Eric Lloyd Wright , and others. A rendering for the proposed memorial in the Palisades.

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New architecture and design competitions: Market Street Reimagined, Denver Affordable Housing Challenge, Europan Europe​, and AIA Canada Student Design Awards

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It's time for another round of curated picks of architecture and design competitions listed recently on Bustler. This week, we are featuring four unique challenges aimed at areas as far-reaching as delivering better quality affordable housing in Denver, a dramatic reinvisioning of the iconic Market Street in San Francisco, innovative strategies for European cities by emerging architectural, urban, and landscape designers, and the chance to be included in the annual AIA Canada Student Design Awar

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1640 14th St Commercial & Offices / HGA

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Completed in 2024 in Santa Monica, United States. Images by Eric Staudenmaier. 1640 14th St is a ground-up, mixed-use commercial complex commissioned by Los Angeles-based developer Redcar Ltd. and designed by the Santa Monica.

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New architecture and design competitions: Market Street Reimagined, a Denver Affordable Housing Challenge, Europan Europe​, and the 2025 AIA Canada Student Design Awards

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It's time for another round of curated picks of architecture and design competitions listed recently here on Bustler. This week, we are featuring four unique competitions aimed at areas as far-reaching as delivering better quality affordable housing in Denver, a dramatic reinvisioning of the iconic Market Street in San Francisco, and the chance to be included in the annual AIA Canada Student Design Awards.

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Zenith House / NOMO STUDIO

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Completed in 2024 in Menorca , Spain. Images by Adri Goula. Located on the Menorcan coast, this single-story home extends across a landscape of pines and native vegetation. It engages in a topographical.

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The Constructor's Digital Transformation Playbook: Reducing Risk With Technology

Speaker: Dylan Secrest

Construction projects are high-stakes operations where even minor inefficiencies can lead to costly delays, safety concerns, and budget overruns. Managing risk in construction has always been a challenge, but as projects grow in complexity, traditional methods no longer cut it. Enter Digital Transformation - a game changer approach that replaces inefficiency with AI-powered analytics, real-time monitoring, and automated workflows to proactively manage risk.

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Architecture Building Culture wraps white curved facade around Piano House in Canada

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A near-continuous curved facade and slatted screens have been included to create privacy for this house designed by Canadian studio Architecture Building Culture on a prominent rocky outcrop in West Vancouver. Called Piano House after the client's white baby grand, which has pride of place in the living room, the property is located on a teardrop-shaped street in Gleneagles overlooking the Burrard Inlet.

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St Columbas College, Essendon, Melbourne

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St Columbas College, Essendon, Melbourne Real Estate, Australian Building Development, Victoria Architecture Images Foxford Innovation Centre at St Columba’s College, Melbourne 18 April 2025 Design: Sora Interiors Location: Thornbury, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Photos: Kane Jarrod Foxford Innovation Centre, Australia The Foxford Innovation Centre is a bold architectural statement, redefining St Columba’s College’s identity at its prominent Buckley Street intersection in E

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From the Archive: The Rise of the "Exurban House"

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Beginning in the 90s, formerly rural regions transformed into far-flung enclaves for the elite, and vast acreages became utopias for the privileged family. As a part of our 25th-anniversary celebration , were republishing formative magazine stories from before our website launched. This story previously appeared in Dwells January/February 2003 issue.

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Masonprince Store, Shenzhen, China

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Masonprince Store, Shenzhen, China mixed-use development images, Chinese architecture photos Masonprince Store in Shenzhen 18 April 2025 Architects: Tomo Design, To Acc Location: Shenzhen, Guangdong Province, China Photos: Free Will Photography Masonprince Store, China Shenzhen, a pioneering city pulsating with innovation and inclusivity, radiates a cultural spirit as vibrant as a blazing fire.

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Revolutionize Concrete Durability with Kryton’s Integral Waterproofing Solutions

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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Before & After: An L.A. Music Producer’s Latest Collab? Turning a Midcentury Into His Family Home

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Dacoury Dahi Natche, whos worked with artists like Kendrick Lamar, and local firm Shin Shin stripped dated finishes and added a recording studio to better mix work and home lifekeeping an "amazing" view of the city. In 2022, Dacoury Dahi Natche finally found what he was searching for. Home-wise, that is. "We were looking for a home in this area for a while," says the DJ and music producer, who goes by Dahi , of Los Angeless View Park neighborhood, just south of Culver City.

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Purple flowers crown thatched sheep pen in Japan by 2m26

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A thick thatched roof topped with purple iris flowers shelters this timber sheep pen in Kyoto , Japan, which has been designed by local architecture practice 2m26. Named Hitsujigoya, meaning sheep pen in Japanese, the wooden hut was designed to act as a gatehouse separating the male and female sheep in a field, providing covered sleeping areas on either side.

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Construction and Renovation of Shanghai University Yanchang Campus / ECADI

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Completed in 2023 in Shanghai, China. The Shanghai University Yanchang Road Campus spans 19.2 hectares, featuring new constructions and renovations within the existing architectural.

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Bioplastic lamp among new products debuted at Milan design week 2025

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Dezeen Showroom: following Milan design week 2025, we've detailed six more furnishings , lights and tiles that launched during the event and were published on Dezeen Showroom. Milan design week took place from 7 to 13 April this year and platformed the release of a wide variety of products by various international brands. From industrial-looking metal chairs to a glowing lamp made from bioplastic and wool , the items released over the week were diverse in form, function and origin.

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Overcoming Challenges in Specification Writing for Architecture

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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Frid Villa / Vapor arquitetura

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Cortesia de Vapor Arquitetura architects: Vapor arquitetura Location: Vila Madalena So Paulo, SP, Brazil Project Year: 2020 Photographs: Courtesy of Vapor Arquitetura Area: 430.

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Tiles and tables by Casalgrande Padana are found on Dezeen Showroom

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Dezeen Showroom: Italian brand Casalgrande Padana has published an array of products on Dezeen, including tiles from its Terrae collection and a newly-released table. In a departure from Casalgrande Padana 's tile-centred catalogue, the brand's recent releases include a table topped with large stone tiles in various shapes and sizes. The tabletops are both decorative and practical Convivialis tables come in dining, side and coffee table iterations, each available in a choice of stone finishes, i

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Wood is the New Black House / Java Architecture

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Completed in 2024 in Seignosse, France. Images by Caroline Dethier. This project started when a mother of two, who had bought a big seaside house to accommodate both her family home and her working space, contacted.

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Zillow’s Plan to Ban Private Listings—and Everything Else You Need to Know About This Week

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In the news: Florida greenlights ADUs, a New York neighborhoods feud with a local music venue, Dwell staffers report from Milan Design Week, and more. The Florida Senate unanimously passed a bill allowing accessory dwelling units (ADUs) to be built to boost affordable housing in the state. It also adopted amendments to streamline tenant screening and block ADUs from being used as short-term rentals. ( Orlando Business Journal ) Built as a tranquil retreat within NYC a century ago, Forest Hills G

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The Ultimate Guide To Data-Driven Construction: Optimize Projects, Reduce Risks, & Boost Innovation

Speaker: Donna Laquidara-Carr, PhD, LEED AP, Industry Insights Research Director at Dodge Construction Network

In today’s construction market, owners, construction managers, and contractors must navigate increasing challenges, from cost management to project delays. Fortunately, digital tools now offer valuable insights to help mitigate these risks. However, the sheer volume of tools and the complexity of leveraging their data effectively can be daunting. That’s where data-driven construction comes in.

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House Museum proposes memorial made of chimneys to commemorate people and places lost in the Southern California wildfires

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After the embers settled in Southern California, photographers like Tag Christof traversed ruined, macabre Los Angeles neighborhoods in search of what was left. Much of the imagery we saw after The post House Museum proposes memorial made of chimneys to commemorate people and places lost in the Southern California wildfires appeared first on The Architects Newspaper.

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Wood-concrete house in Aubervilliers, Paris home

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Wood-concrete house in Aubervilliers, Modern Paris wooden home photos, French property design Wood-concrete house in Aubervilliers, Paris 18 April 2025 Design: MANO Location: Aubervilliers, Paris, France Maison bois-béton Concept design view for reference: Photos by Antoine Duhamel Wood-concrete house in Aubervilliers – New Paris Property English text (scroll dow for French): Located in a discontinuous residential area, this house takes over a pavilion dating from the 1930s and radica

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This $1.4M Alaskan Cabin Answers the Call of the Wild

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The remote property is a homesteaders dream with three hand-built dwellings, a greenhouse, and nearly four acres of forested land. Location: 38126 Bobby Rufus Road, Homer, Alaska Price: $1,400,000 Year Built: 2013 Designer: Atz Lee Kilcher Footprint: 2,550 square feet (4 bedrooms, 3 baths) Lot Size: 3.87 acres From the Agent: " This home sits on the edge of the renowned Kilcher Homestead and has been featured multiple times on Discovery Channels The Last Frontier.

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577 Compound Hyde Park, South Los Angeles home

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577 Compound Hyde Park, South Los Angeles home, Modern LA real estate design, US residence photos 577 Compound Hyde Park, in LA April 18, 2025 Architect: Jared Brunk, Shanna Yates, Mike Nesbit: Design/Build Location: corner lot, Hyde Park, Mesa neighborhood, South region of Los Angeles, Southern California, USA Photos by Taiyo Watanabe The Jared Brunk, Shanna Yates, Mike Nesbit: Design/Build | The 577 Compound This is most interesting ADU we have ever seen.

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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?