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Branding in Motion: How Architects Can Build Identity Beyond the Screen

Architizer

Digital branding dominates across every industry. Bold logos, engaging graphics, and easily adaptable strategies make digital output the place where most companies spend the majority of their budgets. However, physical spaces also offer a powerful and lasting way to establish identity. The challenge for architects and brand strategists lies in creating designs that make a strong first impression while also standing the test of time.

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The Evolution of Public Bathhouses: From Necessity to Experience

ArchDaily

Am Kaiserstrand Bathhouse / Lang+Schwaerzler. Image Bruno Klomfar - Tom Maldener Historically, public bathing was a fundamental necessity for hygiene, giving rise to communal bathhouses in regions where private bathrooms were a rarity. In Japan, for instance, sento bathhouses emerged during the early Edo period, serving as essential facilities when most households lacked their own bathing spaces.

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Recycled concrete shown to improve CO₂ absorption while matching strength, German study finds

Archinect

The journal Construction and Building Materials has published findings of a German Universität der Bundeswehr München investigation into the recycling of infra-lightweight concrete (ILC) into aggregates (or RLCAs) to produce a new building material called recycled ILC (RILC) that has properties comparable to the original material. Researchers manually and mechanically processed large ILC elements, categorizing the resulting RLCAs by particle size before conducting compressive strength

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First images of completed Expo 2025 Osaka pavilion revealed

Deezen

Japanese firm Mitsubishi Jisho Design has completed the demountable Mitsubishi Pavilion for the Expo 2025 Osaka , captured in these photos shared exclusively with Dezeen. Mitsubishi Pavilion will be the first building visible to visitors entering via the East Gate, which is one of two entrance points to the Expo 2025 Osaka site on the artificial island Yumeshima.

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From Curiosity to Competitive Edge: How Mid-Market CEOs Are Using AI to Scale Smarter

Speaker: Lee Andrews, Founder at LJA New Media & Tony Karrer, Founder and CTO at Aggregage

This session will walk you through how one CEO used generative AI, workflow automation, and sales personalization to transform an entire security company—then built the Zero to Strategy framework that other mid-market leaders are now using to unlock 3.5x ROI. As a business executive, you’ll learn how to assess AI opportunities in your business, drive adoption across teams, and overcome internal resource constraints—without hiring a single data scientist.

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Exciting Career Opportunities at Robertson/Sherwood/Architects pc

SW Oregon Architect

As many of you know, I recently retired following a fulfilling career as an architect, spending the last 36 years with Robertson/Sherwood/Architects (RSA) in Eugene, Oregon. I'm thrilled to share that RSA is currently looking to expand their talented team by filling two open positions: Project Architect/Project Manager and Designer. Due to an increased workload and a growing portfolio of exciting projects, RSA is seeking enthusiastic, career-oriented individuals to join their team.

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Frank Lloyd Wright's Walser House is falling into disrepair on Chicago's West Side

Archinect

A rare early example of Frank Lloyd Wright ’s residential designs in Chicago , the Walser House from 1903, has been identified as endangered by the group Preservation Chicago. The house is located in Chicago’s western Austin neighborhood and has significant deterioration/need for repairs estimated to cost around $500,000, according to the Frank Lloyd Wright Building Conservancy.

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David Kohn Architects curves University of Oxford college building around three-sided quadrangles

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London studio David Kohn Architects has completed a sinuous stone student accommodation and office tower for the Gradel Quadrangles expansion of the University of Oxford 's New College. Located in a conversation area a couple of streets away from the original college, David Kohn Architects designed the shape of Gradel Quadrangles' main building to create outdoor areas informed by the historic New College building.

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No Skeletons in the Closet: 7 Buildings Proudly Exposing Their Structures

Architizer

Architects: Want to have your project featured? Showcase your work by uploading projects to Architizer and sign up for our inspirational newsletters. From timber grids to soaring steel trusses, the way a building holds itself up has long been hidden beneath layers of cladding and finishes. But nowadays, structure is stepping into the spotlight much more often.

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Urban Sanctuaries: Creating Peaceful Homes Amidst City Chaos

ArchDaily

Casa Jardim Secreto / ROOM+ Design & Build. Sonmeo Nguyen Art Studio "Feeling at home" is more than just an expressionit is the sense of warmth and comfort that transforms a space into a true refuge. To achieve this, elements like color , texture , lighting , and materials play a crucial role in shaping an environment that fosters relaxation and well-being.

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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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M.Arch I & II applicants: Share your thoughts on the 2025 application cycle!

Archinect

Admissions decisions are rolling in for the 2025 cycle of M.Arch I & II applicants, and we're using the opportunity to invite the community to participate in the discussion for a snapshot of trending schools, acceptance rates, and overall sentiments of the process. This year, we want to know which architecture schools were among your top choices, where you applied, and the amount of financial aid/scholarship offers you are or are not receiving.

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"It's no surprise to see art deco being avidly embraced by the likes of Elon Musk"

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Art deco has a history of being a glitzy distraction from effecting genuine change during moments of turmoil, writes Catherine Slessor as part of our Art Deco Centenary series. You can tell a lot about a style by the company it keeps. In 2021, before his acquisition and despoliation of what was then Twitter, Elon Musk tweeted "I love Art Deco" (709,000 likes).

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kooo architects carves luminous terraces into hotel facade on narrow, downtown tokyo lot

designboom

hotel rakuragu focuses on the gaps within the urban fabric to maximize natural ventilation, light, and urban views within the dense cityscape. The post kooo architects carves luminous terraces into hotel facade on narrow, downtown tokyo lot appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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CHYBIK+KRISTOF Reveals Timber Design for Czech National Forestry Headquarters

ArchDaily

Exterior Render. Image PLOMP In 2016, an international public architecture competition was announced to design a new administrative center for the Czech Forestry Commission. The new building would replace the existing headquarters on the outskirts of Hradec Krlov, a medieval city surrounded by municipal forests on its eastern limit. CHYBIK+KRISTOF 's 'Forestry in the Forest' project was selected as the winning proposal in 2017 after a two-round anonymous competition.

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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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“We’ve Matched 120 Community Members So Far” — AIA’s ‘Ask an Architect’ Initiative Reveals How Architects Are Stepping Up After LA’s Fires

Archinect

Earlier this month, we covered the launch of the AIA Pasadena & Foothill Chapter’s 'Ask an Architect' program aimed at helping homeowners impacted by the devastating Los Angeles Fires. The free program under the AIA in California umbrella, which will begin with Eaton Fire victims and later expand to include those who lost homes or businesses in the Palisades Fire, is entirely volunteer-run and works on behalf of the professional community to meet the questions of neighbors looking to r

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Studio Saxe elevates doughnut-shaped house in Costa Rican rainforest

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Costa Rican design firm Studio Saxe has used stilts to elevate part of the round courtyard house Sinfornia Verde in the rainforest of the Peninsula de Osa. The 400-square metre (4,305-square foot) house in Carate, Costa Rica was built in a clearing in the forest canopy created by a fallen tree. Studio Saxe has elevated a doughnut-shaped house in the Costa Rican rainforest Two researchers wanted to take advantage of the sunlight and blue sky by constructing an off-the-grid home surrounded by tree

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steel mesh curtain veiling daipu architects’ china culture hall doubles as rain collecting device

designboom

the perforated curtain draws on the flowing roof tiles of local homes, contorting into a sculptural, circular pathway. The post steel mesh curtain veiling daipu architects’ china culture hall doubles as rain collecting device appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Shaping Dubai's Urban Identity: Buildner Launches Design Challenge With a Half-Million Euro Prize Fund

ArchDaily

Courtesy of Buildner Buildner in collaboration with the Dubai Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), invites architects, designers, and visionaries worldwide to participate in the Dubai Urban Elements Design Challenge. This international competition seeks innovative designs for small-scale architectural elements that enhance public spaces and contribute to Dubai's evolving urban identity.

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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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Tampa Bay Rays scrap $1.3 billion ballpark plans for St. Petersburg

Archinect

Financing realities of the costly Tropicana Field roof repair have sunk a $1.3 billion plan for a new MLB stadium and anchor of a larger mixed-use district in the city of St. Petersburg, Florida. News of the two-year-old Hines-led project ’s cancelation came six months after the cost of repairing the Rays’ existing Hurricane Milton-damaged home was divulged to be north of $55 million.

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Atelier Itch envelops Bomun House in Seoul with windowless steel skin

Deezen

South Korean studio Atelier Itch has wrapped a shiny steel facade around a house on a tight residential street in Seoul , juxtaposing the neighbouring red-brick houses. Named Bomun House, the home sits on a narrow road barely wide enough for vehicle access and is hemmed in by multi-family houses commonly found in Seoul. It was updated by Atelier Itch with a mostly windowless facade of corrugated lightweight steel to "refine the building's exterior", which the studio said was previously "cluttere

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two cantilevered boxes of dark cedar shape altura architects’ spruce ridge cabin

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to best preserve the red spruce forest, the cabin is cantilevered over the ridge with a footbridge leading to the entrance. The post two cantilevered boxes of dark cedar shape altura architects’ spruce ridge cabin appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Globalization and Architecture: The Dependency on Foreign Talent in the Global South

ArchDaily

Brasilia, Monumental Scale. Image Joana Frana Through the post-war 20th century, the Global South saw much influence from foreign architects, often invited by local governments to bring their expertise and visionary thinking. Sought as a symbol of modernity, buildings designed by "starchitects" elevated the image of nations. Decades later, as local industries advance in capabilities, the desire for foreign talent continues to exist.

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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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Poll: most in L.A. support stricter building codes, restrictions after recent fires

Archinect

A new LA Times poll has discovered a plurality of Angelenos now support stronger building codes and more building restrictions after the Los Angeles Fires. According to the results, "[80%] of those polled backed tougher building codes to make homes more fire resistant even if doing so added to costs. For homebuilding limits, 65% of voters in the Palisades fire zone were supportive, as were 61% of those surveyed in the Eaton area.

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Joyce Lai 3D-prints hanger to extend the lifespan of bras

Deezen

Chicago-based industrial designer Joyce Lai has created a 3D-printed hanger that extends a bra's lifespan with the aim of reducing waste. Named Bras Up , the 3D-printed hanger was made from recycled resin and stainless steel. It consists of side clips, a surface to support bra cups and a loop at the bottom, which allows multiple hangers to be connected for wardrobe efficiency.

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dismantlable wooden residence introduces modular prototype for circular living in germany

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house anton II relies on a digitally fabricated framework that forgoes metal fasteners, ensuring complete disassembly and reuse. The post dismantlable wooden residence introduces modular prototype for circular living in germany appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Mushroom library for Children in Yunnan / Kong Xiangwei Studio

ArchDaily

Arch Translator architects: Kong Xiangwei Studio Location: Yanzitou Village, Bixi Township, Nanjian County, Dali, Yunnan, China Project Year: 2025 Photographs: Arch Translator Area: 50.

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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?