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Montreal's cultural district expands with a distinct mixed-use tower by Provencher_Roy

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Canadian firm Provencher_Roy has produced a stunning addition to the Montreal skyline with Îlot Balmoral, a 13-story, mixed-use office building slotted in the city’s downtown. Commissioned by Société d’Habitation de Montréal (SHDM), the structure is the final major development in Montreal’s cultural district Quartier des Spectacles.

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VTN Architects create lotus-shaped bamboo structure in Phu Quoc

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The lotus and the bronze drum, two traditional Vietnamese symbols are sculpted into the dense layers of bamboo grid. The post VTN Architects create lotus-shaped bamboo structure in Phu Quoc appeared first on Ã…vontuura.

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‘jean-michel basquiat: king pleasure’ exhibition designed by sir david adjaye opens tomorrow

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more than a white-washed gallery, the journey includes a recreation of the artist's childhood home in brooklyn and his art studio in the city. The post ‘jean-michel basquiat: king pleasure’ exhibition designed by sir david adjaye opens tomorrow appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Ciguë uses steel foundations to elevate lightweight home in rural France

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French studio Ciguë has elevated this timber-clad home in Saint Julien le Petit, France , above its rural site using slender, removable steel foundations. Looking to contrast the area's traditional stone country homes, the Paris-based studio drew on the lightweight Case Study Houses built in California in the 1960s to create a simple structure that sits lightly in its surroundings.

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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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Debunking Architecture’s Mythological Work Culture

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After a recent panel hosted within SCI-Arc , called Basecamp: How to be in an office , sparked protest from students and alumni, a slew of events unfolded within the school that rippled into the architecture community, prompting passionate discourse about ethics within professional practice and academia, especially as it relates to internships and the treatment of students and young professionals.

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inner gardens and different lattice roofs characterize house by RC architects in india

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an open yet protected terrace tops the building, softening harsh sunlight and providing occupants with a comfortable gathering area. The post inner gardens and different lattice roofs characterize house by RC architects in india appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Norman Foster curates exhibition that celebrates the "beauty and technology" of the car

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British architect Norman Foster has designed the displays for and curated the exhibition Motion: Autos, Art, Architecture at Guggenheim Bilbao, which showcases a number of his own cars. Spread out across an entire floor of the Frank Gehry -designed Guggenheim Bilbao , the exhibition features cars from the 20th and 21st century, as well as architecture and artworks connected to speed and movement.

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Another day, another architectural design for a decentralized crypto republic

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A self-declared “crypto paradise” is coming to a remote island nation in the South Pacific featuring designs from Hong Kong-based firm James Law Cybertecture for what is billed by developers to be the world’s first blockchain-based democracy. Located in Vanuatu, the 800-acre private island is named after Bitcoin inventor Satoshi Nakamoto and will be subdivided into seven separate “NFT zones” and 21,000 individual parcels that can be purchased exclusively as NFTs.

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This Nottinghamshire home occupies a real-life secret garden

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Glass reigns supreme at the greenhouse-esque Garden House, which occupies a secluded half-acre in a walled Georgian garden in Southwell. Allan Joyce Architects designed the seven-bedroom house, which has been home to the Joyce family for the last 20 years. Joyce and his partner, landscape designer Anna Joyce, bought the walled garden site in 1986 and finished transforming it from its derelict state in 2000.

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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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a new arts district near lausanne’s plateforme 10 introduces three museums in switzerland

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The district will open June 18th, 2022, and will be inaugurated with an exhibition titled TRAIN ZUG TRENO TREN. The post a new arts district near lausanne’s plateforme 10 introduces three museums in switzerland appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Precht creates four cartoonish treehouses for Austrian restaurant

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Shingles and large round windows animate the four Bert treehouses that architecture studio Precht has crafted from bent cross-laminated timber in Austrian woodland. The four cartoonish structures, which each have a unique form, serve as accommodation for guests and staff at the Steirereck am Pogusch restaurant in the rural village of Pogusch. Precht has create a series of CLT treehouses in Austria.

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Norman Foster says he still hasn't lost that old, familiar feeling

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If I enjoy doing what I do, why would I change it? Of course, at any point with any of us, there’s always the other side of the coin […] I get the same buzz from designing buildings, working with people, educational workshops, working with the UN heading their Forum of Mayors, engaging with civic leaders, writing, drawing, sketching. I’m privileged to have many such opportunities […] I think they’re my lifeblood, yes.

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Populous wins bid for climate-neutral arena near Munich Airport

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A distinctly drum-shaped, 20,000-capacity arena designed by the stadia specialists at Populous will anchor a newly realized swath of public parkland on the outskirts of Munich. The future arena site [.]. Read More. The post Populous wins bid for climate-neutral arena near Munich Airport appeared first on The Architect’s Newspaper.

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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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condor unveils new aircraft livery with beach towel-like striped look

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Condor’s new striped livery As part of its new brand identity, German leisure airline Condor has unveiled a new original airplane livery with a beach towel-like striped look. The company, which is in the process of reinventing itself, has announced that it will refresh its long-haul fleet by introducing 16 new efficient A330neo aircraft. […].

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World's skinniest skyscraper by SHoP Architects completes in Manhattan

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The final exterior cladding elements have been added to SHoP Architects' 111 West 57th Street in New York City, a supertall skyscraper that is both the world's skinniest and the second tallest in the Western Hemisphere. The 1,428-foot-tall (435-metre) tower reached completion last week, with the developers announcing that it is ready for residents to move in.

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One of Oscar Niemeyer's last drawings to be realized at Château La Coste? in France

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France’s Château La Coste will make history this summer with the realization of one of Oscar Niemeyer ’s last architectural drawings. Set idyllically amongst the Château’s 500-acre estate in one of the country’s most significant wine regions, the latest in a series of pavilions will play host to a 1,250-square-foot art gallery and 80-seat cylindrical auditorium.

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Gyo Obata’s restaurant pavilion on the National Mall to be demolished to make way for $130 million Bezos Learning Center

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The Smithsonian Institution is preparing to tear down one of two buildings designed for the National Mall by the late architect Gyo Obata to make way for a new educational [.]. Read More. The post Gyo Obata’s restaurant pavilion on the National Mall to be demolished to make way for $130 million Bezos Learning Center appeared first on The Architect’s Newspaper.

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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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kisho kurokawa’s nakagin capsule tower in tokyo to be demolished on april 12, 2022

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the good news is that some capsules will be preserved and regenerated to become second houses and hobby-style dwellings, as well as museum installations. The post kisho kurokawa’s nakagin capsule tower in tokyo to be demolished on april 12, 2022 appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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In Situ Studio creates HUUS house for sloped site in Raleigh

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Glazed brick and charred cypress wrap the exterior of a partly sunken North Carolina home designed by architecture firm In Situ Studio. Located in an inner suburb of Raleigh, HUUS house sits in a leafy neighbourhood with homes built between the 1940s and 1970s. Like other parts of the city, the area is experiencing a lot of new development and building renovations.

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Heatherwick Studio's first opera house design aims to enrich Hainan Island

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Another high-profile international firm is getting a chance to leave its mark on one of China’s most popular tourist destinations as Heatherwick Studio has been selected by the Haikou Tourism & Culture Investment Holding Group to design a new performing arts center for the island province of Hainan. Located in the capital city of Haikou, the center will bring together an opera house, theater, and concert hall into one sweeping canopy to form an “open-air village.

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Another North Miami Beach apartment building is evacuated following structural inspection

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Residents of a 60-unit apartment building in the city of North Miami Beach, Florida, were subject to an immediate evacuation order on Monday, April 4, after a team of structural [.]. Read More. The post Another North Miami Beach apartment building is evacuated following structural inspection appeared first on The Architect’s Newspaper.

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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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rammed earth, chukum and local materials complete residence in historic mexican hacienda

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the dialogue between landscape and structure opens up patios and terraces, contained gardens, and unique views of the nearby river and the canyon. The post rammed earth, chukum and local materials complete residence in historic mexican hacienda appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Eight "weird and wonderful" data centres from around the world

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An exhibition at Roca London Gallery explores the design of data centres, a type of building that often goes unnoticed. Here, curators Claire Dowdy and Dezeen editor Tom Ravenscroft reveal eight examples that are worthy of attention. Power House: The Architecture of Data Centres showcases a broad range of data centres from across the globe, including high-tech designs by architects, vast complexes in remote locations, and inconspicuous inner-city retrofits.

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Want to become a treehouse designer? There’s a job for that

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As the industry-leading job board for the architecture industry, Archinect Jobs publishes up to 200 new opportunities every week, covering a wide variety of locations, roles, descriptions, and experience requirements. The broad mixture of opportunities available on Archinect Jobs represents the endless possibilities afforded by an architectural background; a point also evident through our ongoing Working Out Of The Box series.

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Berlin’s 100-year-old Passage cinema gets a new lease of life

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In an decade where cinema attendance is at an all-time low, Berlin’s 100-year-old Passage Cinema is putting its faith in the future, courtesy of a top-to-toe refurbishment by Batek Architekten. The Neukölln film theatre was established during the ‘golden era’ of German cinema, built in 1920 known as Passage until it shuttered in 1968 – a result of the increasing popularity of colour television and the construction of the Berlin Wall.

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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!