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Pelli Clarke & Partners completes Japan's tallest skyscraper in Tokyo

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US studio Pelli Clarke & Partners has completed Japan's tallest skyscraper , the Mori JP Tower, as part of the Azabudai Hills development in Tokyo. At 330 metres high, the glass-clad Mori JP Tower is Tokyo's first supertall skyscraper and the tallest building in Japan , exceeding the 300-metre-tall Abeno Harukas in Osaka , also designed by Pelli Clarke & Partners.

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MAD Architects Unveils Design for "Forest City" Airport in Lishui, China

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Courtesy of MAD Architects | Lishui Airport MAD Architects has just unveiled the design for Lishui Airport in China. Dubbed the "forest city,” Lishui is known for its green landscapes and valleys in the Southwest Zhejiang Province. Situated amidst hilly terrain, approximately 15 kilometers southwest of the city, the airport is envisioned as a domestic, regional transportation hub seeking to harmonize with the natural surroundings.

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Production designer Patrice Vermette put himself "in the position of the architect" for Dune

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Brutalism , septic tanks and a rejection of the status quo of sci-fi informed the set design of the film Dune: Part Two, production designer Patrice Vermette tells Dezeen in this interview. Vermette worked on both parts of the movie Dune , an adaptation of Frank Herbert's 1965 novel realised by director Denis Villeneuve. The second film continues to explore the book's themes of colonialism, environmentalism and religion as its warring factions battle for control over the resource-rich desert pl

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Wynn Resorts and Related unveil renderings for Hudson Yards West

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Wynn Resorts and Related Companies have unveiled renderings depicting their plans for a second phase of Hudson Yards. Hudson Yards West would bring additional office space, residential towers, and hospitality The post Wynn Resorts and Related unveil renderings for Hudson Yards West appeared first on The Architect’s Newspaper.

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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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Team Cobe wins competition for the future Danish parliament in Copenhagen

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Cobe , in collaboration with architects Arcgency and Drachmann and engineers Sweco, has been selected as the winning team in the competition for the modernization of the Danish Parliament in Copenhagen. The design aims to make the country’s center of government more accessible and open to citizens while adding education spaces, an area for exhibitions, a restaurant, and other user-centric amenities to existing facilities and the public realm between the Danish National Archives and Christi

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Small scale, big heart: making a music video for Emicida

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Pedro Conti kept it simple in this video for Brazilian rapper Emicida’s “Acabou, mas tem…” Find out how V-Ray for 3ds Max’s features helped realize the project.

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former textile workshop transforms into modern machiya residence in kyoto

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design it architects preserves the structure's original character, embracing the traditional lifestyle and scale inherent to machiya living. The post former textile workshop transforms into modern machiya residence in kyoto appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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NEOM unveils new bridged Treyam resort development for the Gulf of Aqaba

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The next satellite development of NEOM has been announced as a new lagoon straddling resort called Treyam. News of its announcement follows last week’s update from NEOM detailing the golf course and resort concept Gidori from Aedas architects Ignacio Gomez and Lama Al-Kharboush in the Saudi Gulf of Aqaba region. This latest destination will be developed in the same coast region and is promoted as being an “audacious design with minimal land intervention.

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LAVA Unveils Winged Design for Kuwait’s Pavilion at World Expo Osaka 2025

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Courtesy of Kuwait Expo 2025 Osaka The State of Kuwait has revealed the design of the upcoming Kuwait Pavilion to take shape at World Expo 2025 in Osaka. Designed by architectural firm LAVA (Laboratory for Visionary Architecture) , the temporary structure is envisioned as a “Visionary Lighthouse” representing Kuwait’s embrace of Arab cultures, arts, and social works.

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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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Mark Foster Gage designs 450-metre-long bridge hotel at Neom

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Saudi development Neom has unveiled a hotel called Treyam that bridges a lagoon as the latest resort on the Gulf of Aqaba. Designed by US studio Mark Foster Gage Architects , the 250-room hotel will be contained within a 450-metre-long bridge with glass-bottomed rooms and topped with an infinity pool. Mark Foster Gage has designed a bridge hotel for Neom It is set to be built on the Gulf of Aqaba around 10 kilometres north of The Line development in the northwest of Saudi Arabia.

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heatherwick studio designs school in bogotá, colombia with a basket-woven facade

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designing this colorful bogotá school, heatherwick studio takes influence from colombia's indigenous basket weaving. The post heatherwick studio designs school in bogotá, colombia with a basket-woven facade appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Heatherwick Studio previews first South American project in Bogotá, Colombia

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Heatherwick Studio has made public details of a new project in Bogotá , Colombia, for a client in the higher education industry. The studio’s first South American design will be realized as a seven-story academic building and makerspace with a uniquely colorful facade composed of setbacks, free columns, planting, and small circular outdoor terraces.

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Heatherwick Studio's Educational Hub Celebrates Indigenous Crafts in Bogotá, Colombia

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Courtesy of NOD | Heatherwick Studio Heatherwick Studio has just been selected to design a new educational facility for a university in Bogotá , Colombia. Marking Heatherwick’s Studio’s debut in South America, the construction is set to begin in 2025. Located on the existing campus in central Bogotá, the new design school and makers’ space for Universidad EAN will become a home for the university’s school of sustainable design.

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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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Bruno Mars and Yabu Pushelberg design cocktail lounge at Las Vegas casino

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Musician Bruno Mars and design studio Yabu Pushelberg have teamed up to create the interiors of a cocktail lounge and live music venue at the Bellagio casino in Las Vegas. Named The Pinky Ring , the 5,000-square-foot (465-square-metre) lounge is accessible directly from the casino floor, but designed as an entirely separate experience away from the bright lights, bustle and noise.

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minimalist architecture meets raw stone: a house in argentina is built into the earth

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the house by christian schlatter merges rusticated stone and minimalist wood, all framing glassy views toward the distant horizon. The post minimalist architecture meets raw stone: a house in argentina is built into the earth appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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February Architecture Billings Index softens decline, shows encouraging signs of economic turnaround

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New data from the AIA/Deltek Architecture Billings Index (ABI) for the month of February has revealed a continued decline to a new score of 49.5. The figure, however, represents the "most modest easing" since July 2023 (any score below 50 indicates a decline), suggesting an improvement over the economic downturn of last year. "There are indicators this month that business conditions at firms may finally begin to pick up in the coming months.

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The Barcelona Model: Public Space as a Synonym for Urban Adaptation

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Pedralbes Square. Adaptation of public space as a place of living and climatic comfort. Image © Jaume Barnada CityMakers , The Global Community of Architects Who Learn from Exemplary Cities and Their Makers , is working with Archdaily to publish a series of articles about Barcelona , Medellin, and Rotterdam. The authors are the architects, urban planners, and/or strategists behind the projects that have transformed these three cities and are studied in the " Schools of Cities " and " Documentary

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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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Lissoni Architecture creates expansion for Design Holding with "melting pot attitude"

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Local studio Lissoni Architecture has expanded the Design Holding flagship in New York City , creating an entirely new floor outfitted with light displays and curving metallic installations. Lissoni Architecture , the US branch of Italian studio Lissoni & Partners , created an entirely new second floor and redesigned a portion of the first floor for the Design Holding showroom, which displays furniture and lighting brands including B&B Italia , Flos , Louis Poulsen , Maxalto , Arclinea a

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estudio carroll’s ‘toro house’ embraces oaxacan coast with arches and ocean views

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designed as two intersecting circles, the home opens toward coastal views through large arches. The post estudio carroll’s ‘toro house’ embraces oaxacan coast with arches and ocean views appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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NEOM announces new Gidori resort and golf course satellite development — its tenth overall

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A new golf resort concept has been revealed as the latest satellite development for NEOM , Saudi Arabia’s $500 billion+ experiment in urbanization and global luxury tourism. 'Gidori,' as it will be known, is designed to include an 18-hole course with a 200-unit residential component, 80-room hotel, beach club, and other sport and leisure facilities spread throughout a rocky coastal setting on the Gulf of Aqaba.

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Colors of the Favela: The Transformative Impact of Painting on Communities

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PACHUCA, MEXICO - FEBRUARY 2022: Colorful buildings in Cubitos district in Pachuca. Grand Mural - the biggest mural. Imagem © Shutterstock In the perception of many, the favela embodies contradictory and opposed representations. For those outside its boundaries, the favela is frequently associated with crime , poverty, or illness. Yet, it is also regarded as the aesthetic embodiment of a nation, serving as the birthplace of culturally renowned elements worldwide , such as samba in the case of Br

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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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Children in social housing "sleeping on a blanket on a concrete floor"

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Increasing numbers of people in social housing are living in inhospitable conditions because they are unable to afford even basic furniture and flooring , Dezeen reports as part of our Social Housing Revival series. In the UK , social-rented homes are usually handed over to new residents in a sparse state – lacking basic elements of decoration and furnishings, as well as essential appliances.

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former guard post on south korea’s inwang mountain becomes modern forest retreat

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once a restricted military outpost, the new public retreat offers shelter, a library, and a cultural venue in the forest. The post former guard post on south korea’s inwang mountain becomes modern forest retreat appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Pascale Sablan, Kofi Bio, Lucy Tilley announced as new co-CEOs of Adjaye Associates

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Adjaye Associates has announced the promotions of three new CEOs in an organizational restructuring that will see founder David Adjaye step into a new role as the Executive Chair of the group and the firm's Principal. Pascale Sablan , Kofi Bio, and Lucy Tilley will now lead the New York, Accra, and London studios as CEOs, respectively. Sablan, most recently the 2023-24 NOMA President, is perhaps the best-known architect of the group.

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How Breathable Should Facades Be? Exploring Permeability and Impermeability in Building Envelopes

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Bradbury Works - [Y/N] Studio. Image © French + Tye The main role of architecture is to create structures that protect us from the environment and create spaces that are safe and comfortable for all types of needs and activities. By providing shelter, architecture also shapes the way people interact with their surroundings. Building technologies of the past rarely managed, however, to create a complete separation between us and the outside world.

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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!