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Special Parts

SW Oregon Architect

Saloon windows, Fonthill Castle; design by Henry Chapman Mercer (photo from the Mercer Museum & Fonthill Castle website ). Fonthill has over two hundred windows of varying sizes. My weekend schedule precludes producing an original blog entry, so I am happy to share an excerpt once again from SYNTHESIS , the foundational textbook written, self-published, and oft revised by my college professor, Bill Kleinsasser.

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Bala's SoHo store by Ringo Studio features oversized fitness equipment

Deezen

Brooklyn-based Ringo Studio has created a pastel "playground" as the first retail space for fitness brand Bala in New York City , which includes scaled-up versions of its products. Founded by Natalie Holloway and Max Kislevitz, who appeared on reality TV show Shark Tank, Bala sells weights, bands and other fitness equipment in a range of candy colours.

Cities 143
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Future of the Workplace

Architectural Record

Architects from Chicago to Belgium explore solutions for creating work spaces that can accomodate new, flexible styles of working while accounting for sustainability needs.

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Ten living rooms that use floor-to-ceiling glazing to bring the outdoors in

Deezen

In our latest lookbook , we spotlight 10 homes with living rooms enclosed by floor-to-ceiling glazing and window walls that create seamless connections to their natural surroundings. The use of large panes of glass on the exterior of a dwelling is a popular trend in residential architecture as it is an effective way to make living spaces feel bigger and brighter.

Windows 137
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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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Atop a Belgian Warehouse, Agrotopia Is a Shimmering Experiment in Vertical Farming

Architectural Record

An experimental greenhouse complex by META and Van Bergen Kolpa ups the ante for the humble agricultural typology.

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space travellers sets pair of labyrinth pavilions in two vineyards in spain and portugal

designboom

the two mazes highlight the contemplative experience of walking through the beautiful landscapes of the two sites. The post space travellers sets pair of labyrinth pavilions in two vineyards in spain and portugal appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

Space 98
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VATRAA transforms "introverted" artist's studio into light-filled London home

Deezen

Architecture studio VATRAA has converted a former artist's studio in west London into a house featuring a six-metre-high lightwell that allows daylight to reach a new basement level. London and Bucharest-based VATRAA was tasked with converting and expanding the 67-square-metre studio in the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea into a bright four-bedroom home.

Home 105
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a giant nest encircles a solitary tree for the first in four part seasonal art series

designboom

created by ulf mejergeren in collaboration with finnish artist antti laitinen, 'one tree four seasons' will follow one tree as it changes through the seasons. The post a giant nest encircles a solitary tree for the first in four part seasonal art series appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

Art 98
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Metro Reports: Welby, Northbound 30 Collaborative, 4611 N Minnesota, and more

Next Portland

Welby at 1325 NW Kearney was submitted for a Type III Design Review. The 21-story mixed-use building will include 280 residential units as well as ground floor retail. The project will go in front of the Design Commission for a hearing on May 5th. Metro Reports have moved to Portland Maps Reports. Next Portland covers the highlights of the Early Assistance applications, Land Use Reviews and Building Permits processed each week.

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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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steve mcqueen presents new video ‘sunshine state’ at milan’s hangarbicocca

designboom

sunshine state by steve mcqueen presents a reflection on early hollywood cinema and the influence that it has had on the perception of issues of identity. The post steve mcqueen presents new video ‘sunshine state’ at milan’s hangarbicocca appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Continuing Education: 3-D-Printed Houses

Architectural Record

This technology promises to produce high-quality, customizable, and quickly produced houses across the economic spectrum.

Education 106
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River West Gateway & Transition Zone // VIKELAS ARCHITECTS

Architizer

Project Status: Built. Year: 2021. Size: 1000 sqft – 3000 sqft. Text description provided by the architects. The project concerns the design of the connection zone between the existing shopping center “RIVER WEST” and the new expansion area “RIVER WEST OPEN” This is an aesthetic and functional upgrade of the existing traffic corridor that now leads to the outdoor area of ??

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For Uber's Headquarters, SHoP Reinvents the Glass Box with "Breathing Facades"

Architectural Record

Two interconnected buildings in San Francisco offer an alternative to the conventional office tower.

Glass 109
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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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Skyscrapers Made of Wood

Santa Cruz Architect

Construction is a major carbon dioxide emitter, with eight percent of global emissions traceable to the cement industry and another eight percent coming from steel production. Engineers and entrepreneurs are testing out new ways of building things—in terms of both methodology and materials—to make construction more eco-friendly, not to mention cut its costs and provide better spaces for people to work and live in. 3D printed houses are one trend that’s been on the rise for a couple years.

Mining 78
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The Post Pandemic Office

Architectural Record

Architects and their clients are reimagining the workplace with more flexible and humane environments.

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Tainan Public Library | MAYU architects + Mecanoo

ArchiDiaries

Excerpt: In Tainan Public Library designed by MAYU architects & Mecanoo, slender columns support the cantilevers in rhythmically placed quartets, giving a feeling of weaving your way through a modern bamboo forest. The striking crown of the building is surrounded by vertical aluminum slats with carved flower patterns, which are reminiscent of the decorative latticed windows in the old town.

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Willis Tower Transformation by Gensler

Architectural Record

Gensler builds a complementary new base for SOM’s famed Willis Tower.

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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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Permeable Junction Boarding House | Andyrahman Architect

ArchiDiaries

Excerpt: In Preamble Junction Boarding House, Andyrahman Architect diminishes boundaries between Outside and Inside taking cues from Candi Borobudur Temple. So this boarding house prioritizes the communal space, to give the users a gathering space, as well as socializing and interacting with each other. Project Description. (“Text as submitted by the architects”).

Housing 73
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SOM & 7 WTC Office by Skidmore, Owings & Merrill

Architectural Record

SOM walks the talk in a new space for its New York studio at 7 World Trade Center.

Space 113
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Modern Home Amenities To Improve Your Health

The Architecture Designs

There’s no question that improving your home can provide a better quality of life in a number of ways. Most of us spend more time in our houses than anywhere else, which is why it makes sense to invest in your home. You can make your home look and feel like the home of your dreams with some changes that incorporate modern technology and trends.

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Agrotopia Rooftop Greenhouse by META and Van Bergen Kolpa

Architectural Record

An experimental greenhouse complex ups the ante for the humble agricultural typology.

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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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Shoes follow built form

Brandon Donnelly

I have remarked this before , but I’ll say it again anyways: sneakers are very popular in Paris. Everybody seems to be wearing cool and colorful sneakers, regardless of what the rest of their outfit happens to look like. Full business suit? Why yes, you should be wearing cool sneakers. But why is that? Paris is a famously walkable city. At any given time, you’re on average just about 500m from the closest subway station.

Cities 59
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Uber Global Headquarters by SHoP

Architectural Record

SHoP’s two San Francisco buildings for Uber, with “breathing facades,” reinvent the glass box.

Glass 83
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Home Buying: How To Find The Right Location For You

The Architecture Designs

Finding the right location is perhaps the most crucial aspect of buying a home aside from having the funds that you would need to buy it in the first place. . As a key component of your home buying process, getting a good location is as important as getting the right property for a number of practical reasons. Starting from its core value to local transportation, climatic conditions to provision of services, and type of community to its immediate surroundings, the location of your home can play

Home 59
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Building Location, Fire-Rated Construction, and You

Santa Cruz Architect

Everyone wants to make the most out of their property. Maximizing your open space is the most common approach, and locating your buildings (including accessory structures) as close as possible to your property line is one way to increase the open space between – and thus maximize the usable square footage of – those buildings. However this can come at one fairly big price: fire resistant requirements.

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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!