Archinect
AUGUST 18, 2022
A settlement has been reached in the yearslong saga surrounding Brad Pitt’s Make it Right Foundation and residents of New Orleans’ Lower 9th Ward. NOLA.com is reporting that the foundation will pay a total of $20.5 million in the form of individual $25,000 reimbursements available to any plaintiffs covered by the class action suit, which was first initiated in 2018.
Avontuura
AUGUST 17, 2022
The building bands together with the adjacent historical landscape and built environment from the 1890s in an attractive and humble manner. The post Reiulf Ramstad Arkitekter design housing project in Norway with perforated copper plates appeared first on Åvontuura.
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Deezen
AUGUST 19, 2022
With its transparent light-up back, the Nothing Phone (1) hopes to recall the way that early smartphones "blew your mind", according to the London-based tech company's design director Adam Bates. Nothing , which was founded by entrepreneurs Carl Pei and Akis Evangelidis, recently released its first smartphone in the form of Phone (1). "There's always this desire to create something iconic, something memorable that sticks in your head that you can build on and sort connect with people with," said
designboom
AUGUST 19, 2022
living organisms that once occupied architectural structures now envelope and engulf them, embodied within their frames. The post AI-generated ‘archi-creatures’ from the future breathe life into static architecture appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.
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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?
Archinect
AUGUST 19, 2022
Herzog & de Meuron has unveiled designs for a mixed-use, mass timber development in Austin , Texas. When complete, it will be the firm’s first built project in Texas. The Sixth & Blanco scheme, located in a district adjacent to downtown and the Colorado River, will span a full city block and include a hotel, offices, residences, shops, and dining opportunities.
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Deezen
AUGUST 19, 2022
Architecture studio Konishi Gaffney has overhauled a 1950s garage in an affluent Edinburgh suburb, adding a rhythmic facade made up of wooden battens. The Scottish studio was challenged with turning the existing concrete garage into a functional artist's studio, while being sensitive to the existing Georgian property in The Grange. The converted garage sits beside the original stone Georgian house.
designboom
AUGUST 18, 2022
the main reading room is located right below the rooftop pool making visitors feel as if they are inside an underwater library. . The post 3andwich design’s circular ‘water drop’ library opens toward expansive sea views in china appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.
Archinect
AUGUST 18, 2022
Columbia University Graduate School of Architecture, Planning, and Preservation (GSAPP) has appointed architect, curator, and artist Andrés Jaque as its next Dean. He replaces Amale Andraos , who stepped down from the role in May 2021. Jaque received his Ph.D. and MArch from the Escuela Técnica Superior de Arquitectura de Madrid. He has been involved with GSAPP since 2013, where he began teaching advanced design studios.
Dwell
AUGUST 15, 2022
The facade’s two-tone paint job is just the start for Bestor Architecture’s renovation of a 1926 house overlooking the reservoir. Barbara Bestor isn’t accustomed to clients looking to renovate without adding on, even if it’s converting a garage into living space. But David Weinberg and Gary Ventimiglia aren’t most clients. They’d actually downsized from a sprawling penthouse apartment in Los Angeles’s famed El Royale when they found a 1,600-square-foot, 1926 Tudor in Silver Lake.
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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
The Spaces
AUGUST 16, 2022
The rights to rebuild Japan’s iconic Nakagin Capsule Tower – currently in the middle of demolition – are being auctioned off, and they include a metaverse and real-life version. Architecture lovers were dismayed when news broke that the modular building, designed by Metabolist architect Kisho Kurokawa, had been consigned to the wrecking ball. Conversations about its demolition had been ongoing since 2006, but it was only earlier this year that a crew moved in to dismantle the 50-year-old Tokyo b
designboom
AUGUST 18, 2022
the non-running electric 1980 comuta-car project is finished in white with multi-color graphics over black upholstery. The post electric 1980 comuta-car comes with a six-horsepower motor and multiple batteries appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.
Archinect
AUGUST 18, 2022
Searching for a new architecture job in Philly? Continuing with our regional-specific curated job roundups, we're focusing on nine Philadelphia -based architecture firms looking to hire mid-level and senior project managers, project architects, and designers. As the architecture industry's leading job board, Archinect Jobs showcases employment opportunities for design professionals at any stage in their careers.
Dwell
AUGUST 17, 2022
The official celebration is Saturday, but the only UNESCO World Heritage Site in L.A. is welcoming visitors again. After a two-year closure brought on by the pandemic, Frank Lloyd Wright’s Hollyhock House is open to visitors. One of eight designs by Wright in Los Angeles, it’s his first for the city, built between 1919 and 1921 for oil heiress Aline Barnsdall.
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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.
Architectural Record
AUGUST 15, 2022
As mass-timber construction gains traction in the U.S., long-standing conflicts over the forests of the Pacific Northwest could make or break its promise of building our way out of the climate crisis.
designboom
AUGUST 16, 2022
'I am extremely hopeful that AI will unlock a whole new ecosystem of creativity that is open, shared, and expansive,' the architect shares. The post interview with kory bieg on text-to-image generators & the future of AI in design appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.
Archinect
AUGUST 18, 2022
A row between an Indian government contractor and Foster + Partners over supposedly unpaid design fees related to the abandoned Amaravati master plan has reached the country’s Supreme Court after the London-based studio entered a lawsuit there last week. The UK Architects’ Journal is reporting that the suit was brought against the state-run Amaravati Metropolitan Region Development Authority (AMRDA) over their repeated inability to respond to payment requests from Foster + Partners t
Dwell
AUGUST 17, 2022
The earthy hue runs the length of the small space, which is cleverly divided into public and private zones. Houses We Love: Every day we feature a remarkable space submitted by our community of architects, designers, builders, and homeowners. Project Details: Location: Gracia, Barcelona, Spain Architect: Parramon + Tahull Arquitectes / @parramon_tahull_arquitectes General Contractor: Fórneas Guida Construcciones Interior Design: Parramon + Tahull Arquitectes Footprint: 750 square feet From the A
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Deezen
AUGUST 19, 2022
Los Angeles designer The Shoe Surgeon has collaborated with Dutch beer brand Heineken to create the Heinekicks trainers , which have transparent soles filled with beer. The limited edition sneakers were created by The Shoe Surgeon, whose real name is Dominic Cambrione, to mark the launch of the beer brand's Heineken Silver beer. In total 32 pairs of trainers were made with transparent soles filled with Heineken Silver allowing users to "walk on beer".
designboom
AUGUST 16, 2022
the conceptual electric backpack helicopter is in its development stage, being evaluated for its flight dynamics and stabilization. The post lightweight & electric backpack helicopter ‘copterpack’ flies with self-leveling autopilot appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.
Archinect
AUGUST 17, 2022
Researchers from the American Chemical Society have developed solar panels that can take on a range of colors without sacrificing their efficiency, improving their attractiveness and, thus, their marketability. As the popularity of solar panels has grown, their application isn’t solely reserved for rooftops anymore but building façades and other more visible parts of buildings.
Dwell
AUGUST 15, 2022
Originally built in 1986 by local architect Robert Thompson, the house now sports an elegant revamp by Bright Designlab. Location : 2725 SW Sherwood Drive, Portland, Oregon Price : $1,885,000 Architect : Robert Thompson, TVA Architects Year Built : 1986 Footprint : 3,922 square feet (four bedrooms, two-and-a-half baths) Lot Size : 0.25 acres From the agent : " An icon of ’80s modern architecture, this 1986 home in Portland Heights was originally designed by celebrated Portland architect Robert T
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.
The Spaces
AUGUST 19, 2022
Perching on the edge of the water in California’s Carmel-By-The-Sea, The Butterfly House by Frank Wynkoop has become a local landmark – even if most have never set foot inside it. The 1951 home is named for its striking roof, which echoes the poised wings of a butterfly about to take flight from the craggy rocks. It is undoubtedly Wynkoop’s most famous design, and its interiors revolve around an open courtyard and swimming pool while living spaces all point out towards the Pacific sunset and Big
designboom
AUGUST 15, 2022
suspended 10 meters above ground, the 'sky train’ completed a successful test run in xingguo county at a top speed of 80km/h. The post china unveils new ‘sky train’ that runs on magnetic tracks, power-free appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.
Archinect
AUGUST 15, 2022
An opening date has been set for S9 Architecture ’s Universal Hip Hop Museum (UHHM) project in the South Bronx. Located on the site claiming to be the birthplace of hip hop, the new $80 million museum, which is part of a larger $349 million mixed-use residential development called Bronx Point , will open sometime in 2024. According to Hyperallergic , the museum is being developed by Bronx native Rocky Bucano alongside Microsoft and MIT professor D.
Deezen
AUGUST 18, 2022
Actor Brad Pitt has reportedly agreed to a settlement of $20.5 million for the owners of homes built by his Make It Right Foundation housing charity, which suffered from water leaks, black mould and foundation issues. A settlement was reached earlier this week that will see $20.5 million paid to the homeowners, who brought legal action after numerous defects to their homes were found, according to a report by NOLA.com.
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