ArchDaily

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

Modernism played an undeniable role in the renewal of architectural ideals, contributing a new attitude toward understanding new ways of living, construction techniques, and aesthetics, marking profound changes in the general perception of the world. In Argentina , while it is complex to define modern architectural production periodically, it is possible to mention some architects who began, starting in the 1920s, to engage with these ideas.

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Archinect

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

A new exhibition opening this month at the Chicago Architecture Center (CAC) is set to explore the art of wearable architecture in the form of ritual headdresses designed by architects to mimic their favorite buildings in the city. On view through May 30th, Architectural Head Games features a dozen designs that communicate the "experience" of Chicago’s great architecture first-hand through interpretive design skills and creative self-expression.

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Deezen

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

US company Alef Aeronautics has released videos of its Alef Model Zero electric flying car driving on a road in California before vertically taking off into flight. Designed for a future where cars can fly over traffic to solve congestion issues, the prototype completed a test flight in San Mateo on Wednesday this week, hovering over a stationary vehicle on a road.

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Architizer

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

Architizer's 13th A+Awards features a suite of sustainability-focused categories recognizing designers that are building a greener industry and a better future. Start your entry to receive global recognition for your work! Buildings dont always need a fresh start sometimes, the most compelling transformations happen by working with whats already there.

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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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ArchDaily

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

Courtesy of LGA The British Museum has announced that Paris-based Lina Ghotmeh Architecture (LGA) has been selected to lead the redesign of its Western Range galleries. This decision follows a rigorous international competition, marking a significant milestone in the Museum's Masterplan, a long-term initiative to modernize its Bloomsbury site while maintaining its historic integrity.

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Deezen

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

Paris-based studio Lina Ghotmeh Architecture has been selected to renovate the British Museum 's Western Range galleries in London. Lina Ghotmeh Architecture , which is led by Lebanese architect Lina Ghotmeh, was announced as the winner of the historical museum's two-stage international competition to oversee the transformation of a third of its gallery space.

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Enscape

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

We have big news to share! We're excited to welcome EvolveLAB and their AI-powered AEC tools to Chaos. For the last ten years, EvolveLAB has been focused on helping architects and designers bring their ideas to life faster and more efficiently through solutions for AI-driven ideation, generative design, documentation, and interoperability.

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ArchDaily

FEBRUARY 16, 2025

Ford's Theater, Washington DC, USA. Image Maxwell MacKenzie The United States is a country with an extensive history, its buildings holding onto legacies from later times. For their cultural significance, these structures are greatly celebrated and protected, however, they are also exempt from certain energy efficiency mandates. As cities push toward reaching climate goals, these mandates are under scrutiny.

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Archinect

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

Zaha Hadid Architects ' new Capital International Exhibition & Convention Center (CIECC) in Beijing was inaugurated today, becoming the city’s largest and most advanced venue of its kind. Image: Virgile Simon Bertrand/Zaha Hadid Architects The structure expands Beijing ’s existing facility to over 6.5 million square feet with nine new exhibition halls, three new reception halls, a conference center for 9,000 delegates, and a hotel with 410 rooms.

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Deezen

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

Elon Musk 's infrastructure firm The Boring Company has been given the green light on the Dubai Loop, a 17-kilometre transport tunnel under Dubai that will link the city with speeds of up to 100 miles per hour. Musk, a US entrepreneur and special government employee, unveiled his plans for the Dubai Loop in a speech made by video call at the 2025 World Governments Summit in Dubai.

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designboom

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

this transformation will reconfigure the architecture and display of key artifacts within the historic museum and is set to be delivered by mid-2026. The post lina ghotmeh wins british museum competition to redesign its western range galleries appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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ArchDaily

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

Al Khobar Water Tower / ON-A. Image Play-time As cities grow and available land becomes more limited, high-rise architecture plays an important role in addressing urban density while shaping new ways of living and working. Tall buildings are evolving beyond their traditional functions to integrate environmental strategies, enhance public engagement, and contribute to the urban fabric.

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Archinect

FEBRUARY 16, 2025

Pasadena’s Norton Simon Museum has previewed its upcoming $14 million Exterior Improvement Project from the Architectural Resources Group and SWA. Timed to coincide with the Museum’s 50th anniversary, the project entails facade conservation/enhancements and other improvements to outdoor areas along Colorado Boulevard. Accessibility will be improved through a "re-envisioned" entrance.

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Deezen

FEBRUARY 16, 2025

As part of OMA 's exhibition design for the second Islamic Arts Biennale in Jeddah , Saudi Arabia, the architecture studioformed walls and columns from translucent textiles to move away from conventional museum displays. OMA returned for the biennale's latest edition after designing the scenography for the inaugural event in 2023, both held in the Western Hajj Terminal at King Abdulaziz International Airport.

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designboom

FEBRUARY 15, 2025

elevated on stilts, the treehouse preserves the forest environment while creating irregular spatial sequences. The post geometric openings pierce elevated treehouse clad in charred cedar planks in hubei appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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ArchDaily

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

Atdhe Mulla Glass bricks have been widely used in architecture , eventually becoming a staple of the 1980s architectural styles. Some examples of construction with this material could be the classic "Maison de Verre" by Pierre Chareau and Bernard Bijvoet in Paris or the more modern take of Hiroshi Nakamura & NAP with the Optical Glasshouse in Japan.

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Archinect

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

A team from the University of Mississippi has publicized research into the use of artificial intelligence to design and maintain infrastructure. Led by Ali Behnood, assistant professor of civil engineering, the research stems from the university’s NextGen Infrastructure Lab which explores how recycled materials , renewable resources, and alternative construction materials can create a new generation of sustainable, resilient infrastructure.

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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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Deezen

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

A "single unifying canopy" links the four volumes of Jinji Lake Pavilion, designed by Danish studio BIG as a nod toits tree-planted site in Suzhou, China. Overlooking Jinji Lake, the 1,200-square-metre building contains four metal-clad public spaces , arranged around a central courtyard where locals can gather. BIG has completed a waterfront pavilion in Suzhou, China Designed by BIG in collaboration with local studio Arts Group , the four structures contain a cafe, boutique, restaurant and visit

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designboom

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

buildners house of the future competition returns for its 2024/25 edition, calling on architects to create climate-conscious homes for UAE families. The post buildners house of the future competition seeks sustainable, adaptive homes for UAE appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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ArchDaily

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

MVRDV Mega Mat Installation at Bangkok Design Week. Image Depth of Field MVRDV has recently completed Mega Mat, a temporary installation for public gatherings and performances made from recycled plastic mats. Created for Bangkok Design Week, the joint goal of the architects and the Thai Creative Economic Agency was to design a space that also raises awareness about plastic waste and recycling in Thailand.

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Archinect

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

Construction of the two-building Infinity Tower project in Shanghai from Studio Libeskind is progressing in the city’s Free-Trade Zone. The symmetrical towers, whose architectural form resembles a dance of two cranes, are connected by a 15th-floor skybridge containing an open viewing platform and feature an articulated facade. The project equals a combined floor area of just under 829,000 square feet (77,000 square meters).

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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?

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FEBRUARY 19, 2025

Rainfall is collected in this black-timber pavilion , created by architecture studio Aptdotapt as a rest stop for hikers on a mountain in China. Named Drop-Stop, the pavilion on Yandang Mountain in Wenzhou pays homage to the connection between man and nature. The Drop-Stop pavilion is located on a mountain in Wenzhou Aptdotapt used water as the main theme for the pavilion, celebrating its mountainous site that is known for its waterfalls.

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designboom

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

each material in the studioboom's palette amplifies the other to create an expression of the paris texas identity. The post stone, steel, and concrete converge in studioboom’s bold milan showroom for paris texas appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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ArchDaily

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

Background photography Syam Sreesylam. Courtesy of Wallmakers Time is running out! We invite you to take part in the ArchDaily 2025 Building of the Year Awards by casting your vote for the projects that have made the biggest impact on the built environment. This year, ArchDaily's projects database has featured thousands of inspiring works, and thanks to your participation, 4,000 projects have been narrowed down to just 75 finalistsrepresenting the best in each category.

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Archinect

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

Looking for an engaging way to introduce your child to architecture this summer? Or are you a high school student eager to explore design and gain pre-college experience? Archinect’s 2025 roundup of summer architecture programs offers a curated selection of courses, workshops, and camps across the U.S. (and two in Canada and the UK). Whether you're seeking hands-on creative fun or an academic head start, these programs provide exciting opportunities for young minds to discover the world of

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