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David Chipperfield is the 2023 Pritzker Prize winner

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British architect Sir David Chipperfield has been awarded the 2023 Pritzker Prize. The Pritzker jury described Chipperfield as a "prolific architect who is radical in his restraint, demonstrating his reverence for history and culture while honoring the preexisting built and natural environments, as he reimagines functionality and accessibility of new buildings, renovations and restorations through timeless modern design that confronts climate urgencies, transforms social relationships and reinvi

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Female-led design studios that should be on your radar

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To celebrate International Women’s Day, we’ve curated our hot list of female-led design studios who’re shaping modern hospitality, residential and commercial spaces across the globe. Whether they’re rethinking trad and classical design, pioneering layered modernism or stripping things back via soft-minimalism, these designers control and countour space in order to tell a story and enliven our environments. 5 female architectural photographers that inspire us The post Female-led design studios th

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Escape to this getaway house in rural Norway by Kolman Boye Architects

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Dinesen materials are both the traditional floors and as a scrap, a leftover, an off-cut from the production of made-to-measure floors. The post Escape to this getaway house in rural Norway by Kolman Boye Architects appeared first on Åvontuura.

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A Single Sloping Roof Covers This Home That Hovers Above The Land

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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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The AIA honors Parks for Downtown Dallas with the 2023 Collaborative Achievement Award

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The American Institute of Architects has honored the nonprofit Parks for Downtown Dallas with its 2023 Collaborative Achievement Award. The annual award recognizes “the excellence that results when architects work with those outside the profession to improve the spaces where people live and work.

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MVRDV completes wholesale market in Tainan with publicly accessible roof

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The market not only serves as an important hub for Tainan’s food supply chain, but also as a destination for taking in views of the landscape. The post MVRDV completes wholesale market in Tainan with publicly accessible roof appeared first on Åvontuura.

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ancient ‘joglo’ vernacular house reassembles as indigo dyeing studio in bali

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the textile design studio and residence expand into layers from wooden components of the joglo structure imported in pieces. The post ancient ‘joglo’ vernacular house reassembles as indigo dyeing studio in bali appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Pininfarina’s first Mexican residential design gets underway in the Yucatan

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Pininfarina has just shared an update on its new Light Towers luxury residential project in Mérida, Mexico. The development broke ground last Wednesday with local politicians in attendance to celebrate the beginning of construction on a project the firm and developers Branson say represents a "path forward; a nod to new ideas, fresh perspectives, and hope for future generations.

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Rafael Viñoly’s Amaris Condos in Washington DC, Captured by Paul Clemence

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© Paul Clemence On March 2, 2023, Rafael Viñoly passed away at the age of 78 , leaving behind a legacy of bold and imposing designs that shaped the skyline of cities across the globe. He is internationally recognized for works such as the Boston Convention Center , which redefined urban space in the American city, the new Carrasco Airport in Montevideo , and the controversial 20 Fenchurch Tower in London.

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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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"Many cities do not work for women"

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This International Women's Day , Arup 's Sara Candiracci reflects on how cities are still overwhelmingly designed for men – and how to change that. Despite advances being made around the world, billions of women still face issues caused by the gender bias built into the design of cities. These range from the well-known, like lack of safety and limited representation in statues, to less obvious problems like the way city squares are designed and exposure to climate hazards.

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dotn links vibrant courtyard to shell-inspired ‘tent house’ in western greece

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the first half materializes as a protective shell blocking out the hustle and bustle of the nearby city center. The post dotn links vibrant courtyard to shell-inspired ‘tent house’ in western greece appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Deborah Berke Partners unveils completed adaptive reuse project for Harvard Law School

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A transformational new adaptive reuse project for Harvard Law School’s Lewis International Law Center has been completed recently by Deborah Berke Partners. Meant to “holistically” meet the demands posed by modern legal education, the project remade the original 1957 Shepley, Bulfinch, Richardson, and Abbott design into a “porous, open connector” located at the heart of HLS’ Cambridge campus.

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North Salem Farm / Worrell Yeung Architecture

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© Naho Kubota architects: Worrell Yeung Architecture Location: North Salem, NY 10560, United States Project Year: 2023 Photographs: Naho Kubota Area: 5185.

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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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Child Studio blends mid-century modern and art deco details in Mayfair pied-à-terre

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Local practice Child Studio has designed a house in a mews courtyard in London that mixes mid-century modern furniture with custom-made pieces in a nod to fashion designer Yves Saint Laurent's home. Child Studio designed the home, which was created for a hotelier and restauranteur, as a space for dining, entertaining and hosting parties. A white curved fireplace sits at the centre of the lounge It centres around a spacious lounge that was informed by the grand salon in fashion designer Saint Lau

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simple yet vibrant ‘leaves sofa’ injects splash of color and organic forms into the home

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basic elements extracted from nature are abstracted into a repeated bold, geometric pattern for a dynamic effect. The post simple yet vibrant ‘leaves sofa’ injects splash of color and organic forms into the home appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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BIG and ICON reveal new 3D printed collaboration with hotelier Liz Lambert in Texas

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BIG and prominent lawyer-turned-hotelier Liz Lambert have announced they will be teaming up with ICON on a new high-end hospitality project in Marfa, Texas. The project will reshape Lambert’s 21-acre El Cosmico resort from a collection of disparate yurts, tents, and other small structures into a new, 65-acre development featuring dome-like parabolic dwellings made using ICON’s patented 3D printing technology.

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Aladino House / Iván Bravo Arquitectos

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© Marcos Zegers architects: Iván Bravo Arquitectos Location: Puerto Varas, Los Lagos, Chile Project Year: 2021 Photographs: Marcos Zegers Area: 100.

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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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Fifteen landmark projects by Pritzker Architecture Prize-winner David Chipperfield

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Here are 15 key projects by British architect David Chipperfield , who was named the winner of the 2023 Pritzker Architecture Prize today. Chipperfield, who is the founder of architecture studio David Chipperfield Architects , is the 52nd winner of the Pritzker Architecture Prize. The annual award aims to recognise living architects' built work and contributions to the built environment.

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danysz gallery’s latest exhibition spotlights ‘modern descendants’ of optical effects

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'abstract experience' gathers three artists, each investigating modern ways in which the eye responds to visual experiences. The post danysz gallery’s latest exhibition spotlights ‘modern descendants’ of optical effects appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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The AIA will partner with CBS on the second season of America ByDesign

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The American Institute of Architects (AIA) has announced a new partnership with CBS on the second season of America ByDesign it says will help to showcase “the immense value of architecture to a national mainstream audience.” Each architect featured in the six-episode series will be an AIA member, offering the public in select audiences the chance to view architecture as a vital service instead of a craft or stratified trade industry.

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Bradbury Works / [Y/N] Studio

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© French + Tye architects: [Y/N] Studio Location: Dalston, London, United Kingdom Project Year: 2022 Photographs: French + Tye Area: 1578.

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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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Tales of the City: artist Ed Gray’s paintings of London celebrate everyday encounters

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Ed Gray is a painter of city life in all its grime and glory. Enthused with the spirit of Hogarth, Dickens and Lowry, his paintings reveal the ever-changing relationship between people and the built environment and offer an empirical exploration of civic identity. Like mudlarking on the banks of the Thames, Gray’s work divulges a history hidden beneath the surface that is revealed only to those with the sharpest of eyes. ‘The Thames holds its secrets, the filth that Londoners flush a

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rammed earth villas by formafatal emerge from lush landscape of costa rica

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the two twin villas appear to levitate over the steep slope, gazing out to the pacific ocean. The post rammed earth villas by formafatal emerge from lush landscape of costa rica appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Featured architecture projects from female-led international firms

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As we celebrate Women's History Month, we continue our focus on celebrating the built works of female architects and female-led architecture firms. Last week , we highlighted projects from architecture firms in the American West that have been posted to their firm profiles. Today, on International Women's Day , we share some projects across the globe including China, Portugal, Australia, Switzerland, the United Kingdom, Nigeria, Cyprus, and Georgia.

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Richard Rogers' Channel 4 headquarters among top 10 at-risk UK buildings

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The Museum of London and the Channel 4 headquarters by Richard Rogers are among the UK's top 10 under-threat buildings, according to architectural charity Twentieth Century Society. The list, which was published today by the Twentieth Century Society (C20), features 10 "amazing buildings currently facing demolition or disfigurement". Also included on the list, which is released every two years, are the brutalist Norco House in Aberdeen and the art deco Riviera Hotel in Weymouth.

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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!