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Twelve architecture projects to look out for in 2025

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To kick off the new year, here's a look at 12 exciting architecture projects expected to open in 2025, including a giant domed skyspace and an earth-covered sports complex. Render courtesy of Sou Fujimoto Expo 2025 Osaka masterplan, Japan, by Sou Fujimoto One of the most highly anticipated openings of 2025 is the World Expo in Osaka , which is being masterplanned by Japanese architect Sou Fujimoto.

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'Ikigai'-inspired Orchid Pavilion design invites contemplation near Oaxaca

Archinect

A resort project for the nonprofit Fundación Casa Wabi near Oaxaca, Mexico has been shared with Archinect following the project’s completion in February of 2024. Photo credit: Rafael Gamo The new Orchid Pavilion from the Centro de Colaboración Arquitectónica (CCA) embodies the Japanese notion of Ikigai (or  'a reason for being') and functions as both a meditative refuge for guests and a resource for the stewardship of local plant life at its site on the outskirt

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The Most Liveable Cities in the World in 2024: Discover Top Quality of Life Locations Globally

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Vienna, Austria. Image trabantos via Shutterstock The pursuit of an ideal city has long been a topic of debate among architects and urban planners. In addition to aesthetic identity and cultural heritage, the quality of life in every city represents perhaps the most important marker in this pursuit. This year, the Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU), a sister company of The Economist, has released its Global Liveability Index 2024 , highlighting the cities that excel in this ongoing quest.

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Project 2025

SW Oregon Architect

SketchUp model of our house. I'll use the model to help explain the scope of our planned renovation to a prospective contractor. No, not that Project 2025. Instead, Im referring to my own Project 2025, which is to buckle down in the new year and finally attend to sorely needed home improvements. Because I am now retired, Ive run out of excuses. The list of maintenance needs Ive deferred for far too many years is embarrassingly long.

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Unlock The Blueprint: How To Construct A Better Payment Workflow

Speaker: Timothy Allsopp

Payment challenges often lead to delayed projects, financial bottlenecks, and strained relationships. With construction projects becoming more complex, outdated processes are no longer sustainable. By refining financial workflow, companies can improve cash flow, reduce error, and foster trust between stakeholders. Discover practical strategies for redesigning payment systems to overcome workflow challenges while creating a smoother, more reliable process for contractors and subcontractors alike.

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High Court rules Zaha Hadid Architects must continue paying to use founder's name

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UK architecture studio Zaha Hadid Architects has had its bid to be released from a licensing agreement requiring it to pay to use Zaha Hadid's name dismissed by the High Court. The latest legal battle between the architecture studio and the Zaha Hadid Foundation over the fees being paid to use the late architect's name was dismissed in the High Court on 20 December 2024.

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Oratge House / Kokudev Padilla Arquitectura

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Pol Viladoms architects: Kokudev Padilla Arquitectura Location: Sant Esteve de Palautordera, Spain Project Year: 2023 Photographs: Pol Viladoms Area: 212.

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grown from bacteria and yeast, BioHybrid gaming device evolves, adapts, and biodegrades

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the biologically grown interactive device can integrate into various aspects of daily life -- from keyboards and wearables to architectural components. The post grown from bacteria and yeast, BioHybrid gaming device evolves, adapts, and biodegrades appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Lever Architecture grafts hybrid mass-timber structure onto LA parking garage

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US architecture studio Lever Architecture has renovated a former 1980s warehouse in Los Angeles , placing a new cross-laminated timber and steel office building atop its parking garage foundation. At 145,000 square feet (13,470 square metres) 843 N Spring Street is located at an intersection near Dodger Stadium in Chinatown and contains offices as well as retail space.

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New evidence suggests pre-historic building forms were more complex than previously thought

Archinect

A new study reveals that early architectural development in the Near East was more sophisticated than traditionally assumed, challenging the conventional narrative of a simple progression from round to rectangular structures during the Neolithic period. Researchers Hadas Goldgeier, Antoine Muller, and Leore Grosman from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem studied the varieties of architectural forms found in pre-historic archeological sites across the Levant region, concluding that the long-accep

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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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AGE 360 Building / ARCHITECTS OFFICE + Triptyque

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Joana Frana architects: ARCHITECTS OFFICE architects: Triptyque Location: Curitiba, Brazil Project Year: 2024 Photographs: Joana Frana Area: 17000.

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hand-charred wood clads wiki world’s cabin of maze complex dotting island in wuhan

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thirteen modular rooms are linked by a 100-meter-long black corridor, creating a maze-like living experience. The post hand-charred wood clads wiki world’s cabin of maze complex dotting island in wuhan appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Studio on the Rye encases Rusty House in London with "seamless" Corten steel

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An extension entirely clad in rust-coloured Corten steel has been added to a 1950s terraced house in south London by architecture practice Studio on the Rye. Named Rusty House on the Rye after its reddish-brown exterior, the project added a side extension to the modest end-of-terrace house, creating a new landmark on the corner of Peckham's Bellenden Road.

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Cleveland Museum of Natural History transformation sets new sustainability standards

Archinect

The Cleveland Museum of Natural History celebrated the grand opening of its multiyear $150 million transformation earlier this month. The expanded campus now spans over 375,000 square feet (after adding 58,000 square feet), including 2 acres of outdoor visitor areas, and features reimagined exhibits. Designed by DLR Group , the flowing white architecture seeks to reflect the geological history of Northeast Ohio, echoing the glaciers that shaped the Great Lakes.

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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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House of Shadow / Laurent Troost Architectures

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Joana Frana architects: Laurent Troost Architectures Location: Manaus, Amazonas, Brasil Project Year: 2023 Photographs: Joana Frana Area: 402.

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SLAS architekci wraps concert hall in poland with shimmering steel facade

designboom

the concert halls interior features an acoustically optimized wave motif, which also extends to the steel facade The post SLAS architekci wraps concert hall in poland with shimmering steel facade appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Vector Architects funnels light to forest spa with tubular concrete lightwells

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Local practice Vector Architects has unveiled the Wulingshan Eye Stone Spring spa in Aranya ,China, which was designed to resemble a piece of hot spring "apparatus". Topped with a stack of eight chimney-style lightwells, the spa is located on a river valley site surrounded by cliffs and forest in Wuling Mountain's Yanshi Village, which means Eye Stone and gives the project its name.

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Frank Lloyd Wright apprentice's midcentury Banyan House lists for $2.8M in California

Archinect

A home designed by Taliesin apprentice Mark Mills in Carmel-by-the-Sea, California, is now on the market for $2.79 million. The Banyan House is a 3 bed/bath 1,574-square-foot A-frame design infused with desert masonry inspiration. Its Frank Lloyd Wright -designed neighbor in the Northern California literary haunt, the Mrs. Clinton Walker House from 1952, sold in early 2023 for $22 million.

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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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BW II – Industrial Building in Viana do Castelo / Multiprojectus

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Ivo Tavares Studio architects: Multiprojectus Location: Lanheses, Portugal Project Year: 2024 Photographs: Ivo Tavares Studio Area: 27000.

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jaguar type 00 meets tesla cybertruck in studio enemy’s concept car

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from the silhouette to the sleek boot design, the concept vehicle captures the car manufacturers copy nothing design language and the truck's sharp points and edges. The post jaguar type 00 meets tesla cybertruck in studio enemys concept car appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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RAMSA combines disciplines at "technically complex" university building in Minnesota

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US studio Robert A M Stern Architects has completed a learning facility at the University of St Thomas in Saint Paul, Minnesota , intended to foster collaboration between arts and engineering students. Robert A M Stern Architects ( RAMSA ) collaborated with BWBR Architects and McGough Construction to complete the LEED v4 Gold-rated Schoenecker Center.

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Surveying Australian architecture's inspiring 2024 moment

Archinect

Both buildings attracted high praise for the way the architects had seamlessly incorporated local First Nations culture and history into their design, a practice an increasing number of Australian architects are prioritising in their work that is making the rest of the world sit up and take notice. "Challenges to architects are also opportunities, because it means that their creativity is pushed and this is what we’re seeing a lot of from Australian architects," the World Architecture Fest

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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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COMPLUVIUM Pavilion / P+S Estudio de Arquitectura

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P+S Estudio de Arquitectura architects: P+S Estudio de Arquitectura Location: Ruan, France Project Year: 2024 Photographs: P+S Estudio de Arquitectura Photographs: Javier Callejas Area: 25.

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vincent leroy’s multicolored installation turns japanese beach into chromatic landscape

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vincent leroy uses ultra-light composite materials with 3D printed articulations so that his kinetic mobiles respond to the faintest breeze. The post vincent leroy’s multicolored installation turns japanese beach into chromatic landscape appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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GMP Architekten revamps "cityscape-defining" swimming pool in Hamburg

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German studio GMP Architekten has refurbished and extended Alsterschwimmhalle, a swimming pool in Hamburg with a distinctive double-curved concrete roof. After being forced to close during the coronavirus pandemic, Alsterschwimmhalle has been transformed into a multipurpose leisure complex with a sauna and fitness club. GMP Architekten has revamped Alsterschwimmhalle in Hamburg GMP Architekten 's overhaul ensures the focal point of the structure remains its heritage-listed roof, which is formed

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Foster + Partners begins construction on Sanlin Riverside scheme in Shanghai

Archinect

Another mixed-use development in Shanghai from Foster + Partners , the Sanlin Riverside development, has been added to the pipeline after breaking ground recently. The project, which couples with the Changfeng mixed-use development in the city's Science and Technology Finance hub to become the firm’s second new Shanghai project we’ve covered this year, offers users a connection to its waterfront site with a new anchoring landmark building to be used for retail.

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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