April, 2025

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Architectures of Care: Healing Spaces Across Cultures

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Meditation Gazebo / STUDIOARO. Turtle Arts Around the world, different cultures have developed unique ways of understanding and experiencing healing. Far from being merely a physical process, healing encompasses emotional, spiritual, social, and architectural dimensions. Healing spaceswhether physical, symbolic, or natural reflect each culture's values, beliefs, and ways of life.

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New 3D printed train station ready in just six hours in Japan

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Japan’ s aging rail infrastructure is turning to a new era backed by solutions leveraging the latest in construction technology, prefabrication methods, and robotics. The New York Times has the latest on a 3D printing project for the Japan Railway’s Hatsushima Station in Wakayama Prefecture that was assembled in only six hours to set a new world record.

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Franklin Boulevard’s Vertical Growth and the Policy Void Beneath It

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A trio of Eugene's recently built luxury student apartment buildings: "The Standard" on the left, "The Rive" in the distance, and "Union on Broadway" on the right (my photo). A Houston, Texas developer ( The Dinerstein Companies ) proposes an eleven-story apartment tower (dubbed The Aspire ) containing 210 units at the site of the now-shuttered 66 Motel on East Broadway/Franklin Boulevard at Hilyard Street. (1) This project joins the surge of mid- and high-rise residential buildings here in Euge

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"There has never been a true 'transition' away from coal, oil – or even wood"

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Earth Day this year is focused on shifting from fossil fuels to renewable energy but the concept of the energy transition is deeply flawed, writes Jean-Baptiste Fressoz. The global history of energy is not a story of substitution, but of accumulation. There has never been a true "transition" away from coal, oil, or even wood. In 2024, wood still generated twice as much energy as nuclear power.

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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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Architizer’s Choice: 10 Notable National Pavilions at Expo 2025 Osaka

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Architizers Vision Awards are back! The global awards program honors the worlds best architectural concepts, ideas and imagery. Start your entry today, and take advantage of the Early Entry prices! Expo 2025 Osaka is officially open, offering a rare chance to experience some of the worlds most inventive architecture in one place. Held on the artificial island of Yumeshima in Osaka Bay, this years World Expo brings together 158 participating countries under the theme Designing Future Society for

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The Colonial Legacy of Concrete in the Global South

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Guha / Realrich Architecture Workshop. Image Eric Dinardi Concrete towers dominate the skylines of Asian and African cities - looming edifices embodying development. With access to the tools and materials of industrial modernity , the Global South steps onto the world stage showcasing its bounty. Yet, at the depths of rising ambitions, the construction material speaks to colonial legacies and extractive economics that result in power imbalances in the geopolitical sphere.

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A Parallel transforms abandoned Austin warehouse into its own creative office

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In Austin’s Cesar Chavez neighborhood, A Parallel Architecture has completed the adaptive reuse of a long-abandoned auto parts warehouse. A recent winner at the Texas Design Award , the warehouse was converted into a creative studio space, now the firm’s own office, that seeks to emphasize community engagement, cultural preservation, and sustainable design practices.

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Expo Osaka 2025 Opens in Japan as a Laboratory for Future Society

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Expo Osaka 2025 aerial view. Image Expo 2025 , OBAYASHI CORPORATION Co., Ltd, photo by shinwa Co., Ltd Expo 2025 Osaka has officially opened on April 13, 2025, at Yumeshima, Osaka. Under the overarching theme "Designing Future Society for Our Lives," the Expo set out to explore three pivotal subthemes: Saving Lives, Empowering Lives, and Connecting Lives.

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Biophilic Architecture without Plants: Invisible Design for Wellbeing

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Zolaism Caf / B.L.U.E. Architecture Studio. Image Eiichi Kano The term "biophilia" understandably conjures images of buildings engulfed by vegetation and integrated into natural landscapes. In modern architectural discourse, the concept has come to be associated with the incorporation of greenery into built environments, yet such applications represent only a sliver of biophilic design's true scope.

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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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19 Texas Design Award winners showcase the best new architecture the Lone Star state has to offer in 2025

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The selection of 19 projects as part of the Texas Society of Architects’ 2025 Design Awards program has been announced at the conclusion of a cycle that drew 194 applications. This year, the projects chosen represented an exceptional variety in client, typology, and size. The winners can be said to represent the very best design talent in a state that has an estimated 16,000+ architects.

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Trahan Architects Completes the USA Pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka

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USA Pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka. Image Hufton+Crow Trahan Architects has just completed the USA Pavilion for Expo 2025 Osaka-Kansai in Japan. As the public opening date, April 13, approaches, the USA Pavilion is finalizing preparations to host visitors. During the six-month expo, the proposal aims to showcase American architecture, innovation, culture, and industry.

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As Los Angeles Burned, Architects Stepped Up

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To mark National Volunteer Week 2025 , we reflect on the overwhelming response by the architectural community who volunteered time and resources during and after January’s devastating wildfires in Los Angeles. In particular, we speak with Jessica Orlando of AIA Pasadena & Foothill Chapter, whose Ask an Architect program continues to match architects with homeowners seeking guidance as they rebuild homes, communities, and livelihoods.

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Wellbeing and Slow Spaces: Can Architecture Distort the Way We Experience Time?

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Son Tra Art Exhibition Center, Vietnam / Ho Khue Architects. Image Hiroyuki Oki A good conversation can make time feel like it's passing more quickly. But is this effect solely due to the verbal exchange, or could our perception of time be shaped by the spatial conditions surrounding us? There are environments that, due to their scale, distribution, and atmosphere, are conducive to meeting, listening, or pausing, thereby influencing the human experience.

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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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In Pursuit of Health: How Medical Concerns Shaped Modernist Architecture

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Rijksdienst voor het Cultureel Erfgoed. Image Rijksdienst voor het Cultureel Erfgoed, via Wikipedia under CC BY-SA 4.0 The intersection of architecture and medicine profoundly shaped modernist design, where transparency, light , and air became essential tools in the pursuit of health. Emerging from the tuberculosis crisis of the late 19th and early 20th centuries, the sanatorium evolved beyond a medical facility into a testing ground for architectural innovation.

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Where Form Speaks Volumes: 7 Buildings to Explore Taiwan's Unique Cultural Architecture

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Pedestrian view of the Taipei Performing Arts Center. Image OMA by Chris Stowers In most situations, architects navigate a complex web of construction codes , airspace regulations, and numerous other rules that dictate the form and execution of a project. However, cultural architecture often presents a unique opportunity for more daring and expressive designs.

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SCI-Arc appoints Winka Dubbeldam as new Director/CEO

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The Southern California Institute of Architecture (SCI-Arc) has appointed Professor Winka Dubbeldam as its next Director and CEO. The Dutch architect, educator, and innovator will assume the role on September 1st, 2025. “SCI-Arc has long been a beacon for radical experimentation, and I am honored to join a community that continuously redefines what architecture can be,” Dubbeldam said about the appointment.

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Large 101 Freeway wildlife crossing reaches important construction milestone

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The first layers of soil are down as construction is now ramping up the pace on what will be the world’s largest wildlife crossing above the 101 Freeway in the Santa Monica Mountains/Agoura Hills. The $92 million project named for Wallis Annenberg spans 200 feet into the Los Angeles neighborhood of Simi Hills. It was devised to protect the local population of mountain lions from further disruptions to their habitat and allow for other important activities (mating and hunting) that will hel

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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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On Becoming a Professional: Letter to an Architecture Student

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Dear Student, I suspect you’ve already encountered most of the conventional advice—the familiar platitudes repeated endlessly in classrooms, critiques , and career talks. Work hard. Stay disciplined. Develop your craft. Each phrase is earnest, and each contains some truth, but none of them alone can fully illuminate what it actually means to become a professional.

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Inside the Thomas Phifer home featured in Severance and available on Airbnb

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On March 14th, Severance aired episode nine of its second season on Apple+. The science fiction dystopian thriller series follows employees of Lumon Industries, a mysterious corporation where select workers undergo a procedure called “severance,” which surgically divides their work and personal memories. The story centers on Mark Scout (Adam Scott), a grieving man who begins to question the true nature of the company and the ethical implications of the severance procedure.

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Celebrating the leading names behind Mexican architecture’s nouvelle vague

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Mexiconewsdaily.com has a neat summation of some leading figures behind the new face of Mexican architectural practice. Many of them—including the list’s most recognizable name, Fernanda Canales —have gained notoriety through a heavy engagement with social practice. Others like José Amozurrutia and Carlos Facio of TO , Bernardo Quinzaños/CCA , Luis Aldrete , and Taller Capital ’s José Ambrosi and Loreta Castro-Reguera (all past AR Emerging Voices winn

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'The Architecture of Polarization': 2025 Carnegie Fellow Aaron Cayer on his award-winning research

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California State Polytechnic University, Pomona assistant professor of architecture Aaron Cayer is one of 26 just-announced Andrew Carnegie Fellows this year for his project titled 'The Architecture of Polarization: How Our Buildings and Builders Shape our Politics'. A timely look into the AEC industry’s influence over urban policies and segregation, the project aligns with the philanthropy’s larger $18 million initiative aimed at studying polarization in contemporary America.

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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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BWM Architects Explores Musical Heritage For Austria Pavilion at Expo Osaka 2025

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Austrian Pavilion at Expo Osaka 2025. Image Courtesy of Expo Austria BWM Designers & Architects has just completed the design for the Austrian Pavilion at Expo Osaka 2025. Titled "Austria. Composing the Future," the pavilion reimagines the expo's theme, "Designing Future Society for Our Lives," through a music lens, suggesting a future that is not only designed but also composed.

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U.S. Pavilion organizers share new renderings ahead of 2025 Venice Biennale

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Organizers for this year’s U.S. Pavilion at the 2025 Venice Architecture Biennale have shared new renderings detailing the presentation PORCH: An Architecture of Generosity and its exploration of the typology common to the architecture of the American South. The exhibition was organized by the Fay Jones School of Architecture and Design at the University of Arkansas in partnership with DesignConnects and the Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art.

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ARB approves first new architecture degrees alternatives to Parts system

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The UK's Architects Registration Board (ARB) has advanced to the accreditation phase three new degree programs at the University of Leeds that, for the first time, offer qualifications that meet the body's new Competency Outcomes. They are said to represent the first alternative to the standing Parts 1-3 system and requirement for a minimum of two years of professional practice.

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Architect-designed furniture takes center stage at the 2025 Salone del Mobile

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This year’s Salone del Mobile has opened in Milan , and that means it's time for another highlight of the fair's architecture-related exhibitors. The annual showcase of design products from around the world features a slate of furniture collections designed in collaboration with architects and architectural designers. Some firm names of note include Herzog & de Meuron , Foster + Partners , Snøhetta , and Zaha Hadid Architects.

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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?