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7 Latin American Architecture Firms that Achieve More with Less

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Community Productive Development Center Las Tejedoras / Natura Futura Arquitectura + Juan Carlos Bamba. © JAG Studio Young Latin American architecture firms are changing paradigms in the field by promoting a new approach to the profession's role in society. Their innovative explorations, driven by risk-taking, emerge from a deep emotional connection and thorough understanding of their context.

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The High Line Effect: Transforming Abandoned Infrastructure in the United States

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The Underline - Miami, FL. Image © Robin Hill In the early 2000s, an abandoned rail line in Manhattan sat decaying - a memory from a time when freight trains traveled straight through the city. To most citizens, it was a site destined for demolition. However, a few visionary residents saw an opportunity in this neglected space and advocated to transform it into a public green space for the community.

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Building Together with Archicad and Real-Time Visualization Webinar Recap

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Enscape recently participated in Graphisoft’s Building Together online event. Our Product Marketing Manager, Andreea Lipan , showcased the benefits of Enscape's integration with Archicad.

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What Europe Can (and Can’t) Tell the US About Architectural Licensure

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In the third part of Archinect In-Depth: Licensure , we reflect on what the United States can learn from the architecture licensure models of other nations. While doing so, we speak with Peggy Deamer , Professor Emerita of Yale University's School of Architecture, whose book Architecture and Labor includes an analysis on how the wider U.S. architecture profession compares to those of France, Germany, and Sweden.

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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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Montreal's new botanical garden entrance pavilion was designed to disappear into the environment

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Montreal -based firm Pelletier de Fontenay has designed a new entrance pavilion at the Montreal Botanical Garden. This project comes alongside the revitalization of the Garden’s insectarium and the entrance to the surrounding Parc Maisonneuve. Image: James Brittain The pavilion was developed in collaboration with a team of landscape architects from the City of Montreal’s Urban Parks Division and the firm Lemay.

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coffee waste turns into 3D printed furniture decorating d·origen coffee shop in barcelona

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the biodegradable material contains 98% organic content from coffee grounds. The post coffee waste turns into 3D printed furniture decorating d·origen coffee shop in barcelona appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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"Unlimited height" approved for proposed tallest skyscraper in the US

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Oklahoma City Council has approved a rezoning application for Legends Tower , a supertall skyscraper designed by California architecture studio AO that, if completed, will be the tallest in the United States. Yesterday, the Oklahoma City Council approved an "unlimited" height for the skyscraper, part of the Boardwalk at Bricktown development, which includes three smaller structures.

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10 doors and entrances we liked this week

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In case you haven't checked out Archinect's Pinterest boards in a while, we have compiled ten recently pinned images from outstanding projects on various Archinect Firm and People profiles. Today's top images (in no particular order) are from the board Doors & Gates. Tip: Use the handy FOLLOW feature to easily keep up-to-date with all your favorite Archinect profiles.

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The 23rd Serpentine Pavilion Designed by Minsuk Cho Opens to the Public on June 7th, 2024

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Serpentine Pavilion 2024, Archipelagic Void, designed by Minsuk Cho, Mass Studies. Image © Iwan Baan Courtesy: Serpentine The official opening date for the 23 rd Serpentine Pavilion has been announced for June th, 2024. The structure designed by Seoul-based Korean architect Minsuk Cho and his firm Mass Studies , will welcome visitors until October 27, 2024, in London ’s Kensington Gardens.

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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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iranian architects sculpt ‘jan-E ja villa’ with intersecting walls and layered arches

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iranian studio team group has unveiled its plans for this 'jan-E ja villa' renovation located in mehrshah. The post iranian architects sculpt ‘jan-E ja villa’ with intersecting walls and layered arches appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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MAST to create stilt-house hotel in abandoned Portuguese salina

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Danish maritime architecture studio MAST has revealed plans to build a hotel formed of houses on stilts in a Portuguese lagoon formerly used for salt production. Located on the Sado Estuary near Setúbal, the overgrown salina will be transformed into an eco-conscious tourist destination that takes cues from the traditional fisherman's huts and jetties common to lagoons and rivers in the south of Portugal.

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Thomas Heatherwick to direct 2025 Seoul Biennale of Architecture and Urbanism

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South Korea's Seoul Biennale of Architecture and Urbanism just announced that Thomas Heatherwick will be the General Director of its fifth iteration next year. Billed as Asia's biggest architecture biennial, the 2025 program seeks to explore "how to make buildings and cities radically more joyful and engaging," a mantra Heatherwick has been championing with his Humanise campaign.

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Architecture Tailored for the Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing Community: Gallaudet University’s DeafSpace Principles

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Alfreton Park Community Special School by Curl la Tourelle Head Architecture. Image © Kilian O’Sullivan Gallaudet University was established in 1864, becoming the first American educational institution for the deaf and hard of hearing. The university is officially bilingual, with American Sign Language (ASL) and written English used throughout the educational programs.

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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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AIA leadership criticized over recent staff retreat, alleged financial mismanagement, cronyism, nepotism, and FAIA jury controversy

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Twenty-three former AIA presidents signed a letter recently addressed to AIA Board of Directors expressing their concerns related to “finances and management,” as well as “potential misspending, nepotism, cronyism, and The post AIA leadership criticized over recent staff retreat, alleged financial mismanagement, cronyism, nepotism, and FAIA jury controversy appeared first on The Architect’s Newspaper.

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atelierM’s grassy LuMa house encircles a century-old oak tree in argentina

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atelierM designs this 'LuMa' house with a spiraling green roof to coexist with a majestic, hundred-year-old oak tree in argentina. The post atelierM’s grassy LuMa house encircles a century-old oak tree in argentina appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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The most popular Spring '24 architecture school lecture posters are.

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The wait is over, and the votes are in! Archinect's online popularity poll of the Spring '24 architecture school lecture posters we featured in our Get Lectured series just wrapped up, and these winning contenders have emerged: The top prize, with 24.9% of all votes, went to the poster design by Tashfiah Ahmed for East Los Angeles College's Architecture Department , followed by the Pratt School of Architecture poster in second place with 21%, and Texas Tech's Huckabee College of Architecture des

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Top-Rated Universities for Studying Architecture in 2024, According to QS World Rankings

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Library Delft University of Technology by Mecanoo. Image © Greg Holmes Photography QS, Quacquarelli Symonds World University Rankings , has announced the annual list of the top universities to study Architecture and the Built Environment in the year 2024. The ranking evaluates over 1,500 institutions from over 100 locations. The evaluation system has been updated this year to include new metrics such as sustainability, employment outcomes, and international research networks.

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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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Gisbert Pöppler creates own office and showroom inside former Berlin bookshop

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An old bookshop in Berlin is now home to the studio of architecture and interior design practice Gisbert Pöppler , which incorporates the building's grand arched doorways and other original features. The office is situated on Karl Marx Allee, a major boulevard lined with buildings designed in the socialist classicism architectural style of the 1950s.

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lunar surface-inspired lamp by e-ggs x miniforms gently illuminates interiors

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named after florentine folklore, rificolona by e-ggs x miniforms remains a decorative element even when turned off. The post lunar surface-inspired lamp by e-ggs x miniforms gently illuminates interiors appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Oklahoma City approves 'unlimited height' request for North America's new tallest building

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Things are looking up (way up) this week for what may become North America’s new tallest building: Southern California-based firm AO announced in a social media post today that the Oklahoma City Council had approved the development team's request for unlimited building height for the proposed 1,907-foot-tall Legends Tower. The ambitious 126-story scheme in downtown OKC is part of the Boardwalk at Bricktown development led by Matteson Capital.

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Nandi House / Fino Lozano + Moro Taller de Arquitectura

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© Rafael Palacios Macias architects: Fino Lozano architects: Moro Taller de Arquitectura Location: San José de Gracia, Michoacan, Mexico Project Year: 2022 Photographs: Rafael Palacios Macias Area: 1345 ft2 Read more »

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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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OFIS Arhitekti marries exposed concrete with black brick for Slovenian home

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A projecting portico formed of exposed concrete creates an "imposing" entrance to Villa Eternal Way, a home in Ljubljana by local studio OFIS Arhitekti. The home's elevated entrance references those of traditional Slovenian structures in the area, which are raised above ground level due to the historical risk of flooding. Meanwhile, Villa Eternal Way's facades are finished with exposed concrete and black bricks, intended as a nod to the black peat soil found nearby.

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a folding, burnt-wood facade encloses BYRÓ architekti’s garden pavilion

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BYRÓ architekti designs the garden pavilion's folding facade to open completely with a system of steel cables, pulleys, and counterweights. The post a folding, burnt-wood facade encloses BYRÓ architekti’s garden pavilion appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Rowan Moore picks his Stirling Prize top contenders for 2024

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The big beasts of London’s Elizabeth line and King’s Cross redevelopment loom large, but newly announced regional contenders for this year’s prize should include a classy Cambridge dining hall, an all-timber office block and a wheelchair-friendly rural retreat While the official announcement of the annual Stirling Prize for the best new building in the UK is still months away (find the results here in October), architecture critic Rowan Moore just published his customary hot ta

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Casa Ajau / Nutum Estudio

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Completed in 2023 in Mérida, Mexico. Images by Manolo R Solis. ki'imak k óol taale'ex waye (I'm glad you're here). The house welcomes visitors with graffiti painted on the metal advertisement on a party wall when.

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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!