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Olfactory Design: Spaces That Awaken Memories

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Mi Pan Bakery / Concntrico. Image Apertura Arquitectnica With each of the more than 23,000 breaths we take per day, air travels through the respiratory system into the lungs, where vital gas exchange occurs: oxygen is absorbed, and carbon dioxide is expelled. This involuntary and essential act also triggers another, less visible but deeply impactful processour perception of smell.

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All 55 NCARB jurisdictions accept rolling clock policy phase-out

Archinect

An update to the examination policies of the National Council of Architectural Registration Boards (NCARB) has been provided. As of now, all 55 state licensing boards have officially retired the five-year rolling clock policy for the Architect Registration Examination. It is being framed as a "milestone" that removes longstanding barriers to obtaining licensure before entering practice.

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How to Assign Revit Materials to CAD Links

Enscape

Enscape supports multiple BIM/CAD applications like Revit, SketchUp, Rhino, and more. When materials are assigned to elements within those applications, the results in Enscape can be fantastic. One challenge we sometimes experience is when more than one supported BIM/CAD authoring platform is used on the same project, and the combined results need to be viewed in Enscape.

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Jess Loren — CEO, Global Objects

Chaos

Jess Loren, CEO of Global Objects and a powerhouse in immersive content, shares her insights on entrepreneurship, scanning the world, and navigating the future of virtual production.

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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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House E / Studio 1:1 Design

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Completed in 2023 in Shela, Kenya. Images by Javier Callejas. A Harmonious Dwelling on the Dunes of Shela -& Situated on a 50x25m plot in the historic Shela island, this residence harmoniously blends the.

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Stepped volumes create panoramic terraces for Villa 95 by Fran Silvestre Arquitectos

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Zigzagging stone volumes offer vantage points across the landscape surrounding this coastal villa in Andalusia, completed by Spanish studio Fran Silvestre Arquitectos. Named Villa 95, the home is located within the Altos de Valderrama development in the resort of Sotogrande, where it sits on a sloped, forested plot with views of the southern coast. Fran Silvestre Arquitectos responded to this awkwardly-shaped plot by dividing the home into three elongated volumes that step up the hillside in a z

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interview: MAD’s fenix museum of migration opens in rotterdam

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'the peoples behavior and reaction complete your work,' ma yansong shares with us, ahead of the museum's opening on may 16th, 2025. The post interview: MAD’s fenix museum of migration opens in rotterdam appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Panorama House / Studio B Architecture + Interiors

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Completed in 2023 in Boulder, United States. Images by James Florio.

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This mass timber office by Moriyama Teshima impresses with flexible design and tons of natural light

Archinect

Moriyama Teshima Architects , in collaboration with Kasian Architecture Interior Design and Planning , has completed the new headquarters for the Ontario Secondary School Teachers’ Federation (OSSTF) in Toronto. Image: Tom Arban Within a state-of-the-art mass timber structure, the relocation and revitalization of the organization’s central office is united with new commercial tenancy opportunities.

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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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Blade-Made transforms former wind turbine into tiny house

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Dutch design studio Blade-Made has converted a section of a decommissioned wind turbine into a micro home featuring a simple, wood-lined interior and renewable solar-powered electricity. The project was designed by architect Jos de Krieger of Rotterdam-based firm Superuse , who co-founded Blade-Made to demonstrate new uses for wind turbines that have reached the end of their working life.

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terracotta-tinted concrete district 27 coffee shop reuses old medical laboratory in indonesia

designboom

ins studio incorporates frosted glass block partitions to offer privacy and maintain light flow. The post terracotta-tinted concrete district 27 coffee shop reuses old medical laboratory in indonesia appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Element House / APOLLO Architects & Associates

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Masao Nishikawa architects: APOLLO Architects & Associates Location: Uji, Kyoto Prefecture, Japan Project Year: 2024 Photographs: Masao Nishikawa Photographs: Area: 189.

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'The Pavilion Is More Than Structure — It Is Spirit': Archinect Talks With the U.S. Pavilion Co-Commissioners for the 2025 Venice Biennale

Archinect

The 2025 Venice Architecture Biennale is officially open to the public. Curated by Carlo Ratti, who recently spoke with Archinect about the event, the Biennale features over 750 participants responding to themes of intelligence forms, adaptation, inclusivity, and collaboration. At the U.S. Pavilion, visitors are catching their first glimpse of PORCH: An Architecture of Generosity.

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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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Ten key themes from the Venice Architecture Biennale

Deezen

This year's Venice Architecture Biennale central exhibition has more than 750 participants. To help make sense of the huge event, Dezeen asked curator Carlo Ratti to select 10 important themes to look out for. Venice Architecture Biennale can be overwhelming for visitors. According to Ratti, the 2025 exhibition is deliberately busy. "If you're coming to Venice expecting a traditional exhibition a curated set of existing projects, neatly arranged around a fixed itinerary then this is not the bi

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robots and AI help humans exist in future cities at the venice architecture biennale 2025

designboom

these humanoids and robotics display their role in reshaping how structures and wearables are designed, built, and used, both on earth and in space. The post robots and AI help humans exist in future cities at the venice architecture biennale 2025 appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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PR House / Plus Idea Studio

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Completed in 2024 in Phan RangThp Chm, Vietnam. Images by Paul Phan. Located in a high-density residential area of Phan Rang - Thap Cham, a coastal city with intense heat and sea breezes, this private residence was.

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KPF and Heatherwick break ground on Singapore’s Changi Airport Terminal 5

Archinect

KPF and Heatherwick Studio have broken ground on Terminal 5 at Changi Airport , Singapore. The design of the $10 billion scheme was unveiled in September 2022 and is expected to be ready to serve 50 million annual passengers by the mid-2030s. The terminal’s design adopts an “airport as a city” concept, where each component is seen as an opportunity to create a neighborhood with its own character.

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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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Furman & Keil adds lightweight birdwatching pavilion to dockside near Austin

Deezen

Architecture studio Furman & Keil Architects has replaced a small dwelling with a lightweight, two-level pavilion for birdwatching alongside a waterway near Austin , Texas. Known as Roost, the 928 square-foot (86-square-metre) structure was construction from the previous buildings steel structural elements and materials that could be delivered to the site by boat.

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scientists develop biodegradable boat robots that fish can actually eat

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these micro devices have a double use: they collect environmental data like the waters pH levels and over time, they feed themselves to fish as food. The post scientists develop biodegradable boat robots that fish can actually eat appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Apartment V / Naki Atelier

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Thanos Palaskos / Bessawissa Studio architects: Naki Atelier Location: Ermioni, Greece Project Year: 2024 Photographs: Thanos Palaskos / Bessawissa Studio Area: 95.

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An Architect's Case for Tariffs

Archinect

Every architect knows there is no project without constraints. Whether it’s a challenging site, limited budget, or complex program requirements — obstacles are the reality of construction projects. However, with experience, we learn that constraints rarely result in compromised quality. Rather, they often inspire new approaches and innovative solutions.

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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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"Violence against women and girls isn't just a design problem"

Deezen

Rather than focusing simply on how design can make spaces safer for women , architecture should turn the mirror on itself, writes Kate Fleming. While on my lunch break one day, I went to a public square across the road from my office to have a phone call with a friend. It was a rare sunny day in London and the square was filled with workers getting some vitamin D.

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studio saxe brings contemporary ‘rio perdido’ bungalows to costa rica’s lush wilderness

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studio saxe's rio perdido bungalows are subtly hidden away between two converging canyons in bagaces, costa rica. The post studio saxe brings contemporary ‘rio perdido’ bungalows to costa ricas lush wilderness appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Textile Factory Office / Ho Khue Architects

ArchDaily

Courtesy of Triu Chin architects: Ho Khue Architects Location: Da Nang, Vietnam Project Year: 2023 Photographs: Courtesy of Triu Chin Area: 1500.

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Canada unveils bio-responsive installation at the Venice Biennale

Archinect

Canada has opened its national exhibition at the 2025 Venice Architecture Biennale with Picoplanktonics , an exploration of architecture’s potential role in planetary remediation. Image courtesy: Canada Council for the Arts Image courtesy: Canada Council for the Arts Presented by the Canada Council for the Arts and developed by the Living Room Collective, the exhibition features large-scale 3D printed structures embedded with live cyanobacteria; microorganisms capable of sequestering carbo

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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?