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Windswept Designs: 6 Highly Resistant Buildings Built for Highly Windy Sites

Architizer

Architects: Want to have your project featured? Showcase your work through Architizer and sign up for our inspirational newsletters. In a world increasingly shaped by extreme weather events, architects are embracing the challenge of designing structures that not only withstand high winds but also enhance resilience and sustainability. From typhoon-prone coastlines to hurricane belts and mountain ranges exposed to strong gusts, innovative architecture is emerging to address these forces of nat

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La Grande Motte: A City of Modern Pyramids in the South of France

ArchDaily

The Temple du Soleil and Voiles Blanches residential buildings. Image © Charly Broyez & Laurent Kronenta In the south of France , a 40-minute drive east of Montpellier, lies the otherworldly resort town of La Grande Motte. Named after a nearby sand dune, the city is characterized by futuristic , pyramid-shaped apartment blocks in various relief forms, adorned with diverse vegetation including pines, planes, olives, poplars, and cypresses.

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Snøhetta and sbp to replace 120-year-old bridge across New York gorge

Archinect

The New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation (OPRHP) has unveiled the design of the new Sentry Bridge at Watkins Glen State Park, designed by schlaich bergermann partner (sbp) and Snøhetta. Set to replace a 1908 concrete arch bridge, the new structure reflects over a century of pedestrian infrastructure, from tunnels to lookouts, along the popular Gorge Trail.

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Top 10 Uses of Revit Filters and Enscape

Enscape

Enscape 4.2's new support for Revit Filters closes the gap between visual communication that is both emotive (how something appears, feels, etc.) and analytic (how something works, functions, costs, etc.). This saves all project stakeholders time, money and stress through better understanding of design decisions as they happen in real time. A special thanks to Scott Brown , Kerry Thompson , and Ben Osborne for brainstorming these real-world use cases, originally published on LinkedIn.

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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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V-Ray 7 for 3ds Max: Transforming how you create

Chaos

Explore V-Ray 7’s cutting edge technology, which introduces powerful new features and enhancements that will transform your creative process.

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AA School of Architecture students construct timber 'Tree and Truss' structure using robotic fabrication

Archinect

A new student-led project from the Architectural Association School of Architecture (AA) that combines robotic fabrication processes with new software applications has been shared with Archinect as part of the school's Design + Make 2022-24 cohort. Image: courtesy Design + Make course Architectural Association/Photographer Rafael Ferres Echavarren The 'Tree and Truss' project is a mass timber structure made from locally sourced materials and designed to support the columns and trusses of a new l

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Learn About the Latest Updates in Enscape 4.2

Enscape

Enscape's latest version, 4.2, gives you host application-specific features for tighter integration with design applications. This assortment of updates strengthens Enscape's most significant advantage—its seamless integration with the host application, allowing you to work faster and more precisely than ever.

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3D Gaussian Splatting: A new frontier in rendering

Chaos

Explore 3D Gaussian Splatting in V-Ray 7- a breakthrough technique for ultra-realistic, efficient rendering. Discover how it transforms visual workflows.

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Revisiting Skyscraper Design: The Benefits of Responsive Facades and Passive Designs

ArchDaily

One Central Park / Ateliers Jean Nouvel. Image © Stephen Bridger via Shutterstock Our contemporary society has been witnessing a surge in skyscraper construction in urban centers worldwide for various reasons—including engineering advancements, increased urban density , space constraints, and, arguably, a competitive drive for building the tallest structures.

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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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Take a look inside BIG’s brand new concrete HQ office in Copenhagen

Archinect

Images of BIG ’s newly opened waterfront headquarters in Copenhagen have been made public after the relocation was completed earlier this spring. The office known for its familial atmosphere and daily team meals worked on the project collaboratively through its proprietary integrated LEAPP approach (short for internal Landscape, Engineering, Architecture, Planning, and Product Design).

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2024 AIA Eugene Construction Craft Awards

SW Oregon Architect

The recipients of the 2024 Construction Craft Awards gather for recognition during the October 22, 2024 awards banquet in the Ford Alumni Center ballroom. Did you know that the Craftsmanship Awards was the first initiative of the American Institute of Architects Southwestern Oregon Chapter following the organization’s chartering back in 1952? The long-running program—now named the Construction Craft Awards and administered by the Eugene Section of AIA Oregon —aims to highlight those who have mas

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Andblack Design Studio designs undulating preschool to "foster creativity and play"

Deezen

Parametric forms topped with greenery define this preschool in Andhra Pradesh, India , which has been completed by architecture firm Andblack Design Studio. Named Cocoon Pre-primary Extension, the preschool was designed as an extension to the existing Bloomingdale International School and has been shortlisted in the education project category for this year's Dezeen Awards.

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Modernist Hotels in East Africa: A Reflection of National Identity

ArchDaily

© Frank van der Hoeven The middle of the Twentieth Century saw the independence of most countries on the African continent. Those euphoric times brought forward-looking sentiments and a wish to break with the past. As an architectural movement, Modernism was ideal for the day, and newly independent countries had extensive building programs to assert themselves as fully functioning nations.

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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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Google updates Open Buildings data sets using AI

Archinect

In 2021, the Google Research Africa team launched Open Buildings, an open-source dataset of building footprints across the Global South produced using AI and high-resolution satellite imagery. The team had a simple vision: to fill a major gap in data for population and density in the developing world. Now in its third version, their dataset contains polygons for 1.8 billion buildings over an area of 58 million km² in Africa, South and Southeast Asia, Latin America and the Caribbean.

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Do Architectural Design Competitions Make a Difference?

Dwell

Come Home Chicago claimed it could "leverage design as a tool for building local wealth and improving quality of life." One year later, winners are uncertain if any residential housing will actually come of it. Everyone likes to win an award, but design competitions in the United States are, for many architects, a scourge. Some exist as speculative exercises, prompting designers to find solutions to difficult social problems; submitting is time and labor-intensive—and often unpaid—and after roun

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Photos reveal Zaha Hadid Architects' completed Mercury Tower in Malta

Deezen

Photographs shared exclusively with Dezeen show the twisting facade of Malta 's tallest building, recently completed by British studio Zaha Hadid Architects. At 31 storeys and 122 metres in height, Mercury Tower has been the Mediterranean island's tallest building since topping out in 2020. Zaha Hadid Architects has completed Mercury Tower Reportedly among the last designs signed off by studio founder Zaha Hadid before her sudden death in 2016 , the tower's defining feature is a dramatic twist b

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Architecture as a Tool for Social Innovation: Human-Centered Design to Combat Loneliness 

ArchDaily

Columbia Business School / Diller Scofidio + Renfro + FXCollaborative. Image © Iwan Baan Architecture holds power beyond the creation of buildings - it is a practice that shapes how people live, interact, and thrive within their communities. Architecture can also be a tool for social innovation. Through an understanding of human-centered processes, participatory design, and social sciences , practitioners can address societal challenges such as loneliness, inequality, and public health to equip

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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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Taubman College launches latest fellowship round for early-career designers

Archinect

Following our previous look at an opening for an Art Director at the University of Southern California , we are using this week’s edition of our Job Highlights series to explore an open role on Archinect Jobs for fellowships at the Taubman College of Architecture and Urban Planning at the University of Michigan. The role, based in Ann Arbor, MI, is open to early-career scholars and practitioners "looking to deepen their work in a dynamic academic setting.

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Louis Vuitton dresses New York flagship like luxury luggage trunks ahead of Halloween

The Architect's Newsletter

Commuters walking to work this (uncomfortably warm) Halloween morning on New York’s Fifth Avenue may have noticed a costume of mind-boggling proportions: An old building dressed like Louis Vuitton luxury The post Louis Vuitton dresses New York flagship like luxury luggage trunks ahead of Halloween appeared first on The Architect’s Newspaper.

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Survey reveals average salaries at UK architecture studios

Deezen

London studio Hopkins Architects has topped a leaderboard of the average salaries at UK architecture firms conducted by anonymous group The Pay 100. Architects or architectural designers with less than five years' experience at the studio, founded by high-tech pioneers Patty and Michael Hopkins , are paid around £54,500 a year on average, according to the snapshot data.

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Wall House / EZ Studio

ArchDaily

Completed in 2023 in Esfahan, Iran. Images by Ali Gorjian. Nestled On a plot of land (1000 sqm) that lies about 24 kilometers to the northeast of Isfahan, and neighbored by Zyandehrood River to the south, the.

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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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Ukrainian volunteer collective Livyj Bereh wins the 2024 Royal Academy Dorfman Prize

Archinect

The winner of the 2024 Royal Academy Dorfman Prize has been announced as the Ukrainian volunteer architecture collective Livyj Bereh. The annual £10,000 ($13,000 USD) honor, which is selected by a jury of Academicians following each shortlisted candidate’s public presentation, was given to the team over their restoration work in the conflict-torn country.

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Eliminating Social Hierarchies: 7 European Architects Making Social Housing the New Creative Norm

Architizer

For over a decade, Architizer’s A+Awards have been championing architectural excellence worldwide. This year, the program celebrates local innovation with global recognition. Click to enter before the Main Entry Deadline on Friday December 6th. First there was private housing, the epitome of creative freedom for architects. In materializing the dreams of (usually wealthy) private clients, architects elevated a simple residential design into an architectural masterpiece.

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Tavs Jorgensen develops cob bricks for low-carbon construction

Deezen

Researcher Tavs Jorgensen has created a method of extruding cob into brick shapes, in an effort to make the low-carbon biomaterial more accessible. Used to create bricks that can be stacked in interlocking patterns, the process involves pushing different samples of cob – a construction material made from earth and straw – through 3D-printed extrusion moulds known as dies.

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Healthy Planet School / Vir.Mueller Architects

ArchDaily

© Andre J Fanthome, Suryan // Dang architects: Vir.Mueller Architects Location: Noida, India Project Year: 2023 Photographs: Andre J Fanthome, Suryan // Dang Area: 3440.

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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.