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Surreal Sites: 8 Rural Retreats Set in New Zealand’s Cinematic Landscape

Architizer

Browse the Architizer Jobs Board and apply for architecture and design positions at some of the world's best firms. Click here to sign up for our Jobs Newsletter. New Zealand has a stellar reputation as a location for movie sets. Fans of The Hobbit, the Lord of the Rings and Narnia might assume that the supernatural worlds of these movies are the product of clever studio design and CGI, but they have all been filmed — in real life — in the small Oceanian country.

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Snøhetta unveils new urban farm design in Hong Kong

Archinect

Snøhetta is nearing completion on a trio of clubhouse designs set in the densely populated center of Hong Kong ’s Pavilia Farm residential development in Tai Wai. As a space for social interaction and shared experiences, the project serves residents of Pavilia with a vital piece of communal infrastructure while also providing urban farming capabilities and a contemplative connection to nature in what can otherwise be considered a hyper-urban environment.

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Atelier MA design welcome centre in the heart of the Mormal Forest, France

Avontuura

Located in Locquignol, this center for welcoming visitors bases its intention on the culture and history of the medieval forest. The post Atelier MA design welcome centre in the heart of the Mormal Forest, France appeared first on Åvontuura.

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The 126 Best Architecture Books

ArchDaily

© Leandro Fuenzalida | ArchDaily. Architecture has deep wells of research, thought, and theory that are unseen on the surface of a structure. For practitioners, citizens interested, and students alike, books on architecture offer invaluable context to the profession, be it practical, inspirational, academic, or otherwise. So, for those of you looking to expand your bookshelf (or confirm your own tastes), ArchDaily has gathered a broad list of architectural books that we consider of interest to t

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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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Eugene/Architecture/Alphabet: M

SW Oregon Architect

The Miner Building (color photos by me) 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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ÅVONTUURA’s Top 10 Buildings From Around the World in 2022

Avontuura

This year we saw a number of buildings exploring a range of themes from materiality and sustainability to migration and unsettlement. The post ÅVONTUURA’s Top 10 Buildings From Around the World in 2022 appeared first on Åvontuura.

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Music Pavilion / Lorenz Bachmann + Atelier Void

ArchDaily

© Lukas Murer. architects: Atelier Void architects: Lorenz Bachmann Location: Winterthur, Switzerland Project Year: 2020 Photographs: Lukas Murer Area: 42.0 m2. Read more ».

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Matharoo Associates folds concrete home in India around courtyards

Deezen

Indian studio Matharoo Associates has created Cut Bend Fold Play, a concrete home in Chennai with internal courtyards and layered spaces that bring a feeling of spaciousness to its compact urban site. Drawing on the courtyard typology typical to the area, the house has an outwardly austere "hollow shell" of board-marked concrete that opens up internally around a bright living area and garden courtyard.

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'A symbol of reinvention': Michelin opens renovated new headquarters in France

Archinect

A recently-inaugurated renovation project for Michelin’s corporate headquarters in Clermont-Ferrand, France, has given a new identity to the 130-year-old legacy brand that was “in need of a new setting to project into the future,” according to President Florent Menegaux. The project was completed last year as a collaboration between the French studios Encore Heureux Architectes, Construire, and Base.

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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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KTA Architects design cottage inspired by local plants at the end of a wetland 

Avontuura

Maidla Nature Resort is growing, and has added a third guest house to its lineup of unique villas, each for 1 to 2 guests. The post KTA Architects design cottage inspired by local plants at the end of a wetland appeared first on Åvontuura.

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Pistohiekka Resort / Studio Puisto

ArchDaily

© Marc Goodwin. architects: Studio Puisto Location: Pistohiekanraitti 33, 52200 Puumala, Finland Project Year: 2022 Photographs: Marc Goodwin Area: 715.0 m2. Read more ».

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snøhetta’s urban farm design sprouts green pockets in bustling hong kong

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in the middle of the densely populated city, this green lung encourages social interaction and shared experiences. The post snøhetta’s urban farm design sprouts green pockets in bustling hong kong appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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OMA completes ‘multi-dimensional’ exhibition design for Dior in Japan

Archinect

OMA has completed their third exhibition design collaboration with Dior , following the opening of the Christian Dior: Designer of Dreams exhibition in Japan. Located within the Museum of Contemporary Art Tokyo, the OMA-designed scenography will be on view to the public until May 28, 2023.

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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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House Be in Belgium was designed for "dwelling in and amongst nature"

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Board-marked concrete and exposed brickwork have been used to give a "rough but refined" character to this home in the Belgian countryside, designed by local practice A2o architecten. The Hasselt-based practice designed House Be to provide a distinctive but harmonious counterpoint to its extensively landscaped surroundings, with internal courtyards and a covered kitchen terrace that allow the garden to "extend into the building.".

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Na Rade House / NOIZ architekti

ArchDaily

© Tomáš Manina. architects: NOIZ architekti Location: Bratislava, Slovakia Project Year: 2022 Photographs: Tomáš Manina Photographs: Area: 140.0 m2. Read more ».

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a stack of timber A-frames by enota architects to extend slovenia’s hotel natura

designboom

drawing from familiar mountaintop chalets, the timber facade integrates a stack of A-frame rooftops. The post a stack of timber A-frames by enota architects to extend slovenia’s hotel natura appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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New architecture jobs at Foster + Partners, BCV Architecture + Interiors, OFFICEUNTITLED (OU), SITU Fabrication, and Rome Office

Archinect

For this week's curated employer highlights , we have selected five architecture and design firms with current job openings in Brooklyn/New York City , Culver City/Los Angeles , San Francisco , and New Orleans. For even more positions, visit the Archinect job board and browse our active community of job seekers , firms , and schools. Operating from studios around the world, design heavyweight Foster + Partners is currently hiring in California and seeking Architects in both Los Angeles and San F

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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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Ten colourful and comfortable 1970s-style interiors

Deezen

Featuring wood -panelled walls, plushy seating and soft fabrics juxtaposed with glossy finishes, this lookbook collects 10 interiors that recall the 1970s. Having been out of favour for much of the past five decades, the 1970s re-emerged as a design trend in 2022. The interiors listed below draw on a range of motifs borrowed from the era of glam rock, roller discos and Star Wars, with low-slung, upholstered furniture in earthy tones filling multi-use spaces.

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Shinonome Shinkin Bank in Maebashi / HAGISO

ArchDaily

© Masato Chiba. architects: HAGISO Location: Maebashi, Gunma, Japan Project Year: 2022 Photographs: Masato Chiba Area: 2473.0 m2. Read more ».

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snøhetta’s green library design in new york draws from verdant tree canopies of the bronx

designboom

the new library features a fritted glass facade wrapped in a tree-inspired graphic print. The post snøhetta’s green library design in new york draws from verdant tree canopies of the bronx appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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In 2022, architecture's labor movement roared back to life

Archinect

In any future analysis of architectural workplace conditions, the impact of 2022 cannot be understated. Throughout the year, our editorial played host to a wide variety of labor -related developments in the profession, from top-down efforts to improve salary transparency to bottom-up unionization drives across the United States and the world. Notwithstanding decisions by lawmakers and firm principals to reform laws and business structures, respectively, the seismic shifts in architectural labor

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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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Dezeen's top 10 staircases of 2022

Deezen

As part of our review of 2022 , we have selected 10 eye-catching staircases published on Dezeen this year, including stairs that turn, twist or double as seating. This year's roundup of staircases features a children's library in China with two intertwining timber stairs, a 25-metre-tall staircase in the Netherlands and a plywood spiral staircase in a barn conversion.

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Oishii Park / td-Atelier

ArchDaily

© Matsumura Kohei. architects: td-Atelier Location: Shingu city, Wakayama Prefecture, Japan Project Year: 2022 Photographs: Matsumura Kohei. Read more ».

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K-SPEED’s custom honda cub ‘COMBAT’ revs with large hooded tires and rotating exhaust

designboom

the limited-edition custom super cub 110i ‘COMBAT’ of honda by K-SPEED comes with wheel plates that hide the brake discs. The post K-SPEED’s custom honda cub ‘COMBAT’ revs with large hooded tires and rotating exhaust appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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NEOM announces plans for new man-made island development called Oxagon

Archinect

Plans for a new floating city design that’s part of the NEOM project in Saudi Arabia have been revealed recently, offering a glimpse at the Gulf state’s full vision for a megadevelopment program that includes Trojena ski resort, an artificial island called Sindalah , and centerpiece 110-mile-long smart city dubbed The Line. The ‘Oxagon’ as it is so-named, is formed by a series of floating squares connected by a network of canals and will contain factories and logistics ce

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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!