October, 2021

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Design writer's diary: houses, a warehouse, a museum and an opera

Portland Architecture

Beaver Creek Cabin by Outside Architecture ( Shawn Records ). . BY BRIAN LIBBY. I’ve decided to try a new series of monthly blog posts in which I talk about the different articles I’m writing, places I’ve visited, others’ work I might have read, and any other relevant info or stories I can come up with. So here goes! Going Outside. Recently I completed two articles featuring the work of Portland firm Outside Architecture.

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The College Football Facilities Arms Race

SW Oregon Architect

The future University of Oregon Indoor Practice Facility (all renderings from the UO press release ) It’s Saturday, October 23, 2021, and as I write this sentence it is less than an hour before the kickoff of the game at the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, CA between the football teams of my two alma maters, the Oregon Ducks and UCLA Bruins. The ESPN College Gameday crew was on hand early this morning to set the stage, and the afternoon contest will be ABC’s coveted game of the week.

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10 Tips for Designing a New Home

Aric Gitomer Architect

Homeowners getting overwhelmed is quite natural when it comes to designing a new home. Sometimes a residential architect might also put in few confident-sounding words along with the design to ease the whole process. And that helps folks! A reliable architect means you could breathe easy and watch your new home come into existence. Most people do some inventory and categorizing before meeting with a residential architect.

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Towards a Harmonious Abstraction

MLL Atelier

“Abstraction allows man to see with his mind what he cannot see physically with his eyes.” ? Arshile Gorky, Painter. OUR TRUEST NATURE. As I paint abstractions, I am seeing more deeply into the past, current, and even future world: within nature, built environments, and people. Through abstraction I am able to tap into the intangible essence of these elements, to uncover their hidden potential and beauty.

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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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NIU N70 by Fran Silvestre Arquitectos | Detached houses

Architonic

The NIU project arises with the purpose of innovating construction systems to increase precision in the materialization of architecture. Deadlines and certain costs that improve the quality of human environments, making them more sustainable and healthy. The N70 is the smallest model of the NIU project. The wet areas in which all the facilities are located divides the day zone from the night zone.

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5 Tips to improve SEO for Architecture Firms

Archmark

Do you want to go back to focusing on the work you love to do? Do you wish that attracting prospective architectural clients was as easy as sitting back and letting the clients come to you? There is one way to help make it that easy: Focus on ways to improve your website's rank on Google. But, how can you do that? The short answer is – Search Engine Optimization (SEO).

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Challenging Our Biases

SW Oregon Architect

Twitter’s signal-to-noise ratio isn’t encouraging—there’s far too much trolling and misinformation, too much impulsivity, and not enough use of the platform for good. That said, its benefits for social organization, tracking areas of interest, and authentic engagement are real. I use Twitter to follow friends, folks involved with architecture or construction, those who tweet about local news here in Eugene, or personalities involved with Oregon Ducks athletics (my guilty pleasure).

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Building Bad

A Daily Dose of Architecture Books

Building Bad: How Architectural Utility is Constrained by Politics and Damaged by Expression by Jonathan Ochshorn Lund Humphries , September 2021 Hardcover | 6-3/4 x 9-1/2 inches | 232 pages | 34 illustrations | English | ISBN: 9781848224667 | £45.00 PUBLISHER'S DESCRIPTION : In this book, the author argues that architectural functionality is often constrained by political and economic forces, while it is also effectively undermined by modes of expression.

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On Capturing the Intangible

MLL Atelier

When success arrives, when scientists achieve the “eureka” moment, they often describe their reaction in aesthetic terms. In 1957, Richard Feynman and Murray Gell-Mann developed a theory of interaction between fundamental particles. The theory did not agree with some recent experiments but had aesthetic qualities that convinced its authors.

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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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Internal Landscape Villa by Atelier Štepán | Detached houses

Architonic

“I wanted to try and create an inner disposition in which people can move naturally, where they can swim like a fish in the water. The kind of relaxed living where you subconsciously anticipate where everything is. The natural flow of the daylight is most important. As light flows through large windows as well as through circular openings in the roof.

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Ep 087: Architectural Model Making

Life of an Architect

Architectural model making is built into the creative process in school - so why do we quit once we leave school? Here is a case for making models: The post Ep 087: Architectural Model Making first appeared on Life of an Architect. Continue reading Ep 087: Architectural Model Making at Life of an Architect. Architectural model making is built into the creative process in school - so why do we quit once we leave school?

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Here’s What Makes The Chicago Theater so Special

Chicago Architecture

This week the Chicago Theater turned one hundred years old. You, me, and dozens of millions of tourists know it as an icon of the city. Chicago Theater (file). Much has been written about the building by architects and historians and other people of letters. But when it comes to sizing up history, we always like to go to that most Chicago of Chicagoans, Carl Sandburg.

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2022 CSI Certification Classes

SW Oregon Architect

For the 40th consecutive year, the Construction Specifications Institute–Willamette Valley Chapter (CSI-WVC) is pleased to offer a series of classes on Construction Contract Documents in addition to another set covering Construction Contract Administration. While the principal purpose of the courses is to assist those planning to take one or more of the CSI-sponsored certification examinations , they’re also beneficial to anyone in the AEC industry seeking foundational training in the preparatio

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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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A4: Vitruvian Ideals

A4 Architects

What qualities make architecture successful? This is a debate that has no doubt been going on since mankind first moved out of caves and started creating rudimentary structures in which to live. Interestingly, even in a world of skyscrapers and modern technology one of the architects whose opinion still plays an important part of the discussion lived over 2,000 years ago.

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A Dance of the Soul

MLL Atelier

WHY I CREATE ART. Within the book entitled Drawing to See , the Italian architect Carlo Scarpa states: “I want to see, and that is why I draw. I can see an image only if I draw it” This sentiment holds true for me as well. When I create art, I am able to see more deeply into my curiosities, experiments, surroundings, and even into myself and others.

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bahn_hoefe by Metten | Manufacturer references

Architonic

Der historische Gebäudekomplex der ehemaligen Bahndirektion am Bahnhof Hamburg-Altona wurde vollständig saniert und zu einem vitalen, offenen Hofensemble umgestaltet. Mit den „bahn_hoefen“ entstand ein Gebäudeensemble, das verbindet – sowohl in seiner Nutzung als auch in seiner städtebaulichen Funktion. Dazu öffneten die Landschaftsarchitekten vom Hamburger Büro Gartenlabor die ehemals verschlossenen Innenhöfe und machten sie für die Öffentlichkeit zugängig.

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Residential Architecture 101 – Specifications

Life of an Architect

Specifications are a critical part of the construction documents, and we are developing a standard for our residential projects. The post Residential Architecture 101 – Specifications first appeared on Life of an Architect. Continue reading Residential Architecture 101 – Specifications at Life of an Architect.

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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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The Free Architecture Guide of North Rhine-Westphalia (PDF)

Virginia Duran

North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany's largest urban area, is full of architectural secrets. In this guide you'll find from contemporary to medieval architecture, from Doms to synagogues and everything in between.

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Lighting Design: Dimming the Impact of Supply Chain Shortages

AI Interior Architects

By Gary Bouthillette, AIA, NCARB, LC | Senior Director of Lighting Design As global supply chain shortages escalate, the impact on the availability … The post Lighting Design: Dimming the Impact of Supply Chain Shortages appeared first on IA Interior Architects.

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Space Savers: Stacking Car Lifts for the Home Garage

Stephen B Chambers Architects

Car Lift Installation. Car Lift Activation. There are many different types of car lifts, and all are less expensive than adding additional bays to your garage, even if you have room on your existing site. Plan ahead for a future car space (lift) when designing your new home or addition. You may already have room in your existing garage, depending on your car sizes, garage size, and type of lift.

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The Most Pivotal Moment for Art and Design

MLL Atelier

Sculpture by Maria Lorena Lehman: © All rights reserved. “When striving for poetics within an artistic work, it is important to look for the transcendent moment within the piece.” — Maria Lorena Lehman. Within my studio practice, sculpture creation complements my painting creation process. Within each, I explore questions that yield architectural applications as well as universal interpretations.

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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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See It: DI-NOC™ architectural finishes from 3M transform spaces at Milano Design Week 2021 | Architecture | Architonic

Architonic

This year’s signature Salon de Mobile event was dubbed “Supersalone”. The design week also featured Fuorisalone, a series of exhibits in districts across the city. 3M hosted a series of events and participated in special projects designed to help the public become immersed in these spaces, featuring its DI-NOC™ Architectural Finishes. The company arrived with 76 new design patterns to stimulate curiosity and creativity, and deliver unforgettable experiences through simple and radical transformat

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What is Architecture?

Life of an Architect

What is architecture? How do we define architecture as a profession, as a practice, as a concept? I’ve been talking a lot about this lately with colleagues on this topic, so I wanted to attempt a definition of architecture, in my opinion. I have a feeling this is going to be a controversial stance. The post What is Architecture? first appeared on Life of an Architect.

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The Best LEED Exam Prep Materials

The Architect's Guide

Best LEED Exam Prep Materials Disclaimer: As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. There are affiliate links in this post. This means that at no cost to you, I will receive a commission if you purchase through my link. I will only ever promote the products and services that I trust and 100% recommend. You may read my full disclosure policy for more information.

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Top 10 Picks for Open House Chicago 2021

Chicago Architecture

With Chicago’s COVID positivity rate at about the same potency as three-two beer, you may be thinking about zipping off your Tyvek suit and sniffing around a perfect Autumn weekend in Chicago. If so, we recommend grabbing a pumpkin spice whatever and downloading the app for Open House Chicago 2021 ( Apple | Android ). These are our picks for this annual architecture festival.

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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!