July, 2022

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KiKi ARCHi design geometric red brick house in Beijing

Avontuura

The bushy mountain and mirror-like lake provide a natural barrier to noise, which attracts the owners a lot. The post KiKi ARCHi design geometric red brick house in Beijing appeared first on Åvontuura.

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BIG and Barcode complete cantilevering residential building on Amsterdam waterfront

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Work has been completed on Sluishuis, a residential project in Amsterdam by Bjarke Ingels Group and Barcode Architects. The scheme, which comprises 442 homes, a public green roof garden, and maritime jetties, is defined by a cantilevered form meeting at a high corner. Photograph © Ossip van Duivenbode The architects describe the project as a “remarkable building with a unique volume that seems to float on the water thanks to the double cantilever.

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Ten interiors with relaxing hammocks in place of furniture

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A 13-square-metre apartment in Poland and a trio of holiday homes built around living trees feature in our latest lookbook of ten interiors with hammocks to relax in and comfortable netted floors. A hammock is a sling constructed from fabric, netting or rope and suspended from two or more anchor points. Hammocks are used for sleeping, resting and lounging and are typically placed in gardens or outdoor areas to make use of warmer climates.

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federica sala’s smiling ‘happy hammock’ sculpture cradles the inner child

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the architect’s latest kinetic sculpture embraces the dormant inner child and welcomes the user to enjoy, unwind and reflect. The post federica sala’s smiling ‘happy hammock’ sculpture cradles the inner child appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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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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A Central Courtyard at This Sierra Nevada Retreat Evokes the Feel of a Campsite

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The concrete-and-steel home by Faulkner Architects gives one family a refined escape in the mountains of Northern California. Project Details: Location: Lake Tahoe, California Architect: Faulkner Architects / @faulknerarchitects Interior Designer: NICOLEHOLLIS / @nicolehollissf Builder: Jim Morrison Construction / @jimmorrisonconstruction Structural Engineer: CFBR Structural Group Civil Engineer: Shaw Engineering MEP: Sugarpine Engineering Surveyor: Webb Land Surveying, Inc.

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Faulkner Architects design Net-Zero corten steel home in California

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Entry to the 3,725-square-foot house is from the north, where a steel plate covered walkway leads to the front door. The post Faulkner Architects design Net-Zero corten steel home in California appeared first on Åvontuura.

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World's tallest mass timber tower opens in Milwaukee

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A historic milestone in the use of mass timber as a construction material is about to be passed as Korb + Associates Architects ’ aptly-named Ascent tower is finally set to open tomorrow, July 15, in Milwaukee. Standing 25 stories and a total of 86.6 meters (284 feet), the tower is now officially the world record holder for the largest mass timber structure in the world, surpassing Norway’s Mjøsa Tower by a scant 1.2 meters (or roughly 4 feet).

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Ace Hotel Toronto by Shim-Sutcliffe Architects features a suspended lobby

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Canada's first Ace Hotel has opened in Toronto , housed in a new building by Shim-Sutcliffe Architects that features a lobby suspended from huge concrete arches. The ground-up project was built in the city's Garment District, close to Downtown and the bustling Queen Street West area, which has a history of manufacturing but is now associated with arts and culture venues.

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saudi arabia unveils designs of THE LINE, the first zero-gravity vertical city with no cars

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the smart city will be only 200 meters wide, 170 kilometers long and 500 meters above sea level. The post saudi arabia unveils designs of THE LINE, the first zero-gravity vertical city with no cars 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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Toronto is the densest urban area in North America

Brandon Donnelly

Some of you are probably shocked by this headline. But it is true. Here’s the chart to prove it : Toronto is number one. Los Angeles is number two. And New York sits just behind Winnipeg and Calgary. Huh? The reason this is likely surprising to you is that when most people think of urban density they think of the urban core. And you are correct in thinking that the urban core of New York City is denser than the urban core of Winnipeg.

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A Family’s Seaside Cottage Renovation Makes Room for New Memories

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A rear extension inspired by the Victoria coast’s pastural setting gives the owners plenty of space for generations to come. Project Details: Location: Victoria, Australia Architect: Beauty Bloody Bonza / @beautybloodybonza Builder/General Contractor: Herbert Brother Constructions Footprint: 1,400 square feet Photography: Jeremy Wright / @jeremywrightphotography From the Architect: "Located in a small costal town on Victoria’s east coast, the project is a renovation of a modest beach cottage tha

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Invisible Studio completes house for a filmmaker and playwright in Hampshire

Avontuura

The new extension sits at a right-angle to the existing house, and has a double pitched roof form that takes its cue from the cottage. The post Invisible Studio completes house for a filmmaker and playwright in Hampshire appeared first on Åvontuura.

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Frank Gehry's Ocean Avenue Project gets the final go-ahead in Santa Monica

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After nearly a decade of planning and design changes, Frank Gehry ’s proposed Ocean Avenue mixed-use development has finally been given the go-ahead by the Santa Monica City Council. Gehry Partners says it will be characterized by a “full-service hotel, world-class exhibitions and programs in a new space for cultural institutions, affordable and market rate housing, and a variety of publicly accessible spaces including a new pedestrian mall,” and come along with a LEED Silver c

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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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American architects select the country's 10 most influential buildings

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Philip Johnson's Glass House and a Frank Lloyd Wright home are among the buildings that leading American architects have selected as the USA 's most significant pieces of architecture of all time. Dezeen asked 10 American architects, including American Institute of Architects (AIA) president Kimberly Dowdell and veteran New York architect Robert AM Stern , to name the US building project that is most important to them and the history of America's architecture.

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LEGO replicates atari 2600 to bring back the retro console and 80s video games

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the LEGO atari 2600 set contains 2,532 LEGO pieces, a minifigure, an atari joystick, and the three hit games of the console at the time. The post LEGO replicates atari 2600 to bring back the retro console and 80s video games appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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The Software That Changed Architecture: Reflecting on 40 Years of AutoCAD

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How can architecture be a force for good in our ever-changing world? During Future Fest , we’ll pose this question to some of the world’s best architects. Launching in September, our three-week-long virtual event will be 100% free to attend. Register here ! When you think of the 1980s, what comes to mind? Perhaps it’s Madonna or Prince, Cheers or Dynasty , leg warmers or acid washed denim.

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This New Zealand Holiday Home Is as Cozy as a Cocoon

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A tight plan, all-timber interiors, and moody lighting give one young family of five a snug escape. Houses We Love: Every day we feature a remarkable space submitted by our community of architects, designers, builders, and homeowners. Project Details: Location: Wanaka, New Zealand Architect: Condon Scott Architects / @condonscott Builder: Christie Brothers Building / @christiebrothersbuilding Structural Engineer: Meyer Cruden Engineering Lighting: ECC / @eccnewzealand Interior Design: Condon Sco

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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!

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Studio Weave adds timber artist’s retreat to stone cottage in Devon

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Made of Sand is set on a secluded property in the Blackdown Hills, and takes its name from the sites’ historic origins as a local sandpit. The post Studio Weave adds timber artist’s retreat to stone cottage in Devon appeared first on Åvontuura.

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A new tall mass timber proposal is heating up the race to the top in Toronto

Archinect

Around the same time the new world record holder for tall mass timber buildings — the 25-story Ascent tower — is making its much-awaited debut in Milwaukee , another North American design proposal has been revealed in Toronto that would surmount the historic milestone by a total of six stories if approved. The proposed 31-story residential tower is being floated by 26-year-old developer Jackey Chen, who says an impressive 80% of the building’s 494 total apartment units will be

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Philippe Starck draws on mid-century modernism for Saint-Tropez hotel

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French architect and designer Philippe Starck used warm tones and modernist references in his renovation of Villa W, a boutique wellness hotel on the coast of Saint-Tropez. Created as a little sister to the existing Starck-designed Lily of the Valley hotel which is located nearby, Villa W is a fitness and wellness hotel located in an existing villa that was renovated by Starck.

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artist slapped a mcdonald’s pickle on a ceiling & now it’s selling for 6,300 USD

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titled 'pickle', the sculpture by artist matthew griffin is part of the exhibition at michael lett in auckland by fine arts, sydney gallery. The post artist slapped a mcdonald’s pickle on a ceiling & now it’s selling for 6,300 USD appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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The Ultimate Free Guide to Construction Project Management Software

Spreadsheets and in-house tools can no longer manage the sophistication and the demand for data of modern construction. Our free buyer’s guide will help you identify what construction software you need and the key features you should be looking for.

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In Chicago, American Framing exposes the nation’s long-concealed construction method

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American Framing Wrightwood 659, Chicago | Open through July 30 I went to Wrightwood 659 to find America. Not like Paul Simon—it wasn’t a regional trek from Saginaw with Kathy. [.]. Read More. The post In Chicago, <em>American Framing</em> exposes the nation’s long-concealed construction method appeared first on The Architect’s Newspaper.

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Live Out Your Gardening Dreams in This $770K Greenhouse Home in Sweden

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Designed by Naturvillan, a Swedish company committed to building sustainable homes, the brand new house is situated in the picturesque forest surrounding Lake Vänern. Project Name: Atri Location: Sikhall 156, Vänersborg, Sweden Price: SEK 7,850,000 ($770,310) Year Built: 2022 Footprint: 1,335 square feet (two bedrooms, one-and-a-half baths) Lot size: 14,940 square feet Architecture & Engineering: Niklas Dahlström and Anders Solvarm, Naturvillan Builder: Naturvillan From the agent: "This clim

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BRH+ complete eco-friendly winery in Alta Langa

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Located on a hill, the building expands horizontally following the contours of the landscape settling into a natural terrace. The post BRH+ complete eco-friendly winery in Alta Langa appeared first on Åvontuura.

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World Architecture Festival Awards reveals 2022 shortlist

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The World Architecture Festival (WAF) has just unveiled the annual shortlist of new projects for this year's return to an in-person competition. Competing under the theme of Together , the 420 total projects will vie for the live-judged festival’s 43 category prizes and culminating World Building, Future Project, Interior, and Landscape of the Year awards at the three-day event, which kicks off in Lisbon on November 30th.

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Mud House by Sketch Design Studio takes cues from Rajasthan stepwells

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Sketch Design Studio has designed and built a farmhouse in northern India that combines rammed earth walls and a thatch roof with a form inspired by stepwells. Mud House is a single-storey house in Rajasthan, the state that is home to the largest and deepest of India's historic stepwells. Mud House is a farmhouse in Rajasthan, northern India. Locally based Sketch Design Studio designed the 185-square-metre building to reference these multi-storeyed wells, which date back to the seventh century a

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