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DEVELOPING: Los Angeles fires threaten iconic architecture and homes

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The dangerous fire situation unfolding on the ground across Los Angeles has captured the attention of Archinect as we try to keep on top of potential damage to homes, businesses, and historic structures in the Pacific Palisades, Altadena, and Pasadena, which is also our home. What appears on track to be the greatest single natural disaster in terms of residential structures burned (at this hour the minimum number is being reported at around 1,000 by the LA Times ) is, of course, going to affect

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Tirana Reimagined: Architectural Projects Transforming Albania's Capital through Public Engagement

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College of Europe's Tirana Campus. Image Courtesy of MIR, Designed by Oppenheim Architects Tirana , the capital of Albania , is undergoing a remarkable transformation fueled by an ambitious vision for the future outlined in the Tirana 2030 (TR030) Master Plan. This plan, devised by renowned Italian architect Stefano Boeri, aims to reshape the city into a sustainable, green , and inclusive urban hub, with a focus on increasing density while enhancing the quality of life for its residents.

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Eugene/Architecture/Alphabet: U

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U.S. Post Office, Eugene (photo by Tamanoeconomico, CC BY-SA 4.0 , via Wikimedia Commons) This is the next in my Eugene/Architecture/Alphabet series of blog posts, the focus of each being a landmark building here in Eugene. Many of these will be familiar to most who live here but there are likely to be a few buildings that are less so. My selection criteria for each will be threefold: The building must be of architectural interest, local importance, or historically significant.

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Top 16 AI Tools for Architects in 2025

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The impact of artificial intelligence (AI) in architecture is growing at a rapid pace. A survey where over 2,000 design professionals were asked about the future of architectural visualization revealed that 55% of respondents had either embraced the groundbreaking technology or begun experimenting with it.

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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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Pacific Palisades fire threatens Getty Villa and other landmarks

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The fast-moving Palisades Fire has reached the grounds of the Getty Villa , according to the Los Angeles Fire Department. Flames were reported approaching structures late Tuesday afternoon. The museum, originally designed to replicate a Roman villa and extensively renovated by SPF:a and Machado Silvetti , includes galleries, conservation facilities, and a 500-seat amphitheater.

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"The scale of the damage is unfathomable" say Los Angeles architects

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Projects by architects Ray Kappe, Martin Fenlon, and John G Wallis are among nearly 10,000 structures destroyed as deadly fires burn large swathes of Los Angeles in an "unprecedented, city-changing moment". Fires that started Tuesday in Los Angeles continued to burn through the past two days, causing the evacuation of as many as 180,000 people and the deaths of at least ten people across multiple fires.

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IGArchitects’ pyramid hut residence echoes concrete tombs in japan with monolithic form

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the house is shaped as a monolithic with wooden furnishings and a skylight that softens the concrete mass, evoking the enduring presence of a sacred ruin. The post IGArchitects’ pyramid hut residence echoes concrete tombs in japan with monolithic form appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Here’s how architects can help LA's fire recovery efforts now

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Architects looking to help in the disaster relief and civil response for the ongoing fire situation in Los Angeles County have been asked to contact local chapters/state disaster coordinators who actively are seeking to mobilize their expertise and structural knowledge to aid the public, state, and city agencies. Those certified through the pre-existing AIA Safety Assessment Program (SAP) are encouraged to check in with the status of anticipated building assessment deployments across California.

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The Trillium Awakening / NOD Studio

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Completed in 2024 in El Cuyo, Mexico. Images by Santiago Baravalle. In the heart of Yucatn, Awakening represents an innovative approach to sustainable hospitality, designed to harmonize with the natural environment.

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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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Zaha Hadid Architects references magnetic forces for Serbian mill conversion

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UK studio Zaha Hadid Architects and local studio Bureau Cube Partners are set to transform a paper mill in Belgrade , Serbia, into a museum with an elliptical roof informed by the scientific work of Nikola Tesla. In an effort to preserve Belgrade's architectural history, the Nikola Tesla Museum will be located in the Milan Vapa Paper Mill, which was originally built in 1924.

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zaha hadid architects and BCP to transform belgrade’s historic mill into nikola tesla museum

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the renovation by zaha hadid architects preserves the paper mills original facades, vaulted ceilings, and masonry. The post zaha hadid architects and BCP to transform belgrades historic mill into nikola tesla museum appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Paul Rudolph and his Tuskegee Chapel collaborators get a close-up look in new Yale University exhibition

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The overlooked contribution of Paul Rudolph , Luis Fry, Sr., and John Welch to campus life at Tuskegee University will come into focus soon via a new exhibition hosted in New Haven by the Yale School of Architecture. Their seminal work together over nine years to culminate the space known now as the Tuskegee Chapel in 1969 forms the subject of The Tuskegee Chapel: Paul Rudolph X Fry & Welch curated by Class of 2010 Yale SoA grad Helen Brown Bechtel in partnership with academics and researche

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Cheer Kindergarten / HIBINOSEKKEI + Youji no Shiro

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Siming Wu architects: HIBINOSEKKEI architects: Youji no Shiro Location: Shenzhen, China Project Year: 2023 Photographs: Siming Wu Area: 4240.

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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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O'Donnell + Tuomey draws on Stratford's industrial past for London dance theatre

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Irish studio O'Donnell + Tuomey has completed a brick-clad dance theatre in London that houses a 550-seat auditorium and six studios. Located in Stratford, London, Sadler's Wells East is the latest addition to the East Bank development at the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, which hosted the London 2012 Olympics. O'Donnell + Tuomey has completed Sadler's Wells East in Stratford, London O'Donnell + Tuomey designed the building, which is Sadler's Wells ' fourth venue, to celebrate dance as an art for

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gin distillery in japan appears to float with arched openings by EA research and design office

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in this three-story building, EA research and design office combines reinforced concrete, steel, and wood. The post gin distillery in japan appears to float with arched openings by EA research and design office appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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The world’s best architecture masters for 2024 according to BAM

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Best Architecture Masters (BAM) has released the 2024 edition of their world rankings. In total, 18 degree programs were selected to be included in the rankings, chosen by what the organizers call an “expert committee, formed by 10 professors from some of the best-ranked universities.” As with previous years, American Ivy League institutions feature heavily in the rankings, with Harvard GSD ’s Master of Architecture II program taking home the first place spot for the sixth cons

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Heritage in Syria: Independent Groups Documenting the Country’s Historic Architecture

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Deir Ez-Zor Heritage Library team on site. Image Courtesy of Deir Ez-Zor Heritage Library It is common for states to have legislation and institutions that protect their built heritage. It is also common for there to be gaps in the laws themselves or their implementation while certain circumstances may place a country's heritage under specific vulnerabilities.

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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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Herzog & de Meuron's Tate Modern was the most significant building of 2000

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To kick off our 21st Century Architecture: 25 Years 25 Buildings series, we profile Herzog & de Meuron 's Tate Modern in London the most significant building of the year 2000. The turn of the millennium prompted the opening of numerous high-profile buildings, but none have had the lasting impact of Tate Modern , setinside an abandoned power station on the banks of the Thames in London.

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More architectural landmarks lost in Southern California fires with relief and mutual aid efforts underway

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The Pasadena Waldorf School, Pierson Playhouse, Andrew McNally House. These are just a few places reportedly destroyed by the fires sweeping through Southern California. More than 10,000 structures have been The post More architectural landmarks lost in Southern California fires with relief and mutual aid efforts underway appeared first on The Architects Newspaper.

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Get Lectured: Cal Poly San Luis Obispo, Winter '25

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Get lectured continues today with a look at the going-on this semester for students and faculty at the California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo College of Architecture and Environmental Design in the Winter 2025 academic term. The school shares: "The 2024/25 Hearst Lectures is a series of discussions with designers, activists and professionals of the built environment whose work interrogate ecological, societal and material crisis.

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Palmeras Houses / PRODUCTORA

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Completed in 2023 in Agua Marina, Mexico. Images by Csar Bejar. The Palmeras project consists of five small houses of 100 m2 with 2 bedrooms, a living room, a dining room, a small pool, a rooftop and a parking.

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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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Diébédo Francis Kéré's Gando Primary School was the most significant building of 2001

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Next up in our 21st-Century Architecture: 25 Years 25 Buildings series, we spotlight architect Dibdo Francis Kr 's Gando Primary School in Burkina Faso the "perfect learning environment". Kr 's first project, the primary school was constructed from local materials and aimed to incorporate local climate strategies. The architect started his career strong, with the Aga Khan Award for Architecture describing the building as the "perfect learning environment".

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eames house, getty villa and richard neutra case study home at risk amid los angeles wildfires

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other historic architectural sites have been engulfed by the wildfires, including charles moore's palisades branch library and the pasadena jewish temple and center. The post eames house, getty villa and richard neutra case study home at risk amid los angeles wildfires appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Five unique New York City projects by MBB Architects: Your Next Employer?

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Following our previous visit to Obra Architects , we are using the first 2025 edition of our Meet Your Next Employer series to explore the work of MBB Architects. A women-owned architecture firm based in New York City, the studio’s 25-strong team includes architects, planners, sustainability specialists, and interior designers. The firm describes its mission as “to design beautiful, responsive,e and meaningful environments to enrich people’s lives and shape a sustainable future

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Simple Design Archive Gallery / HAS design and research

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Completed in 2024 in Hefei, China. Images by W Workspace. Simple Design Archive is a composite museum that collects contemporary Asian artworks and modern Northern European furniture.

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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