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10 architectural details that stood out 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 Details. Tip: use the handy FOLLOW feature to easily keep up-to-date with all your favorite Archinect profiles.

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studio sangath uses recycled brick and terracotta to shape artists’ refuge in india’s alloa hills

designboom

studio sangath’s Courtyard as Compass Just outside Gandhinagar, India , the Alloa Hills Weekend House folds gently into the land, allowing the terrain to dictate its rhythm. Studio Sangath approached the residential project with quiet attentiveness, designing a retreat that prioritizes stillness and intimacy with the surrounding topography. Tucked into a bend in the Sabarmati Rivers landscape, the house offers its residents a reprieve from the acceleration of city life, but also extends it

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Studio Saar uses reclaimed materials for Gaushala dairy facility in India

Deezen

Architecture practice Studio Saar has built a dairy facility in south Rajasthan , India, using 560 tonnes of reclaimed material including steel and rubble. Taking its name from the Hindi and Sanskrit word for cowshed, Gaushala is located in the heart of the Aravalli Hills on one side of a rocky outcrop a site chosen to preserve the surrounding farmland and trees.

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Competitions: James Harrison Steedman Fellowship in Architecture 2026: Collective Form/Forums

Bustler

Registration Deadline: Nov 1, 2025; Submission Deadline Dec 2, 2025 Architect Fumihiko Maki (1928-2024), in his seminal text “ Investigations in Collective Form ,” grapples with architecture’s role in an increasingly pluralistic society, with growing heterogeneity of institutions, and rapidly changing technologies and methods of communication that were affecting regional cultures.

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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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Reef resiliency project awarded SOM Foundation’s 2025 Structural Engineering Fellowship

Archinect

The SOM Foundation has named Rebecca Henig as the recipient of its 2025 Structural Engineering Fellowship. A recent graduate of the University of Southern California with a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering, Henig will receive a $20,000 grant to pursue research on coastal resilience. Henig’s project, “Reef Resilience: Designing Modular Solutions for Coastal Protection,” will involve fieldwork at seven reef sites around the world.

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Earth to People binds timber furniture with tree sap

Deezen

New York design studio Earth to People has swapped synthetic glue for tree sap to bind its debut furniture collection, which features monolithic chairs hand-crafted from centuries-old cedar. Called Salvage and Sap, the collection includes eight pieces of furniture and lighting made from a mixture of reclaimed aluminium and wind-felled cedar sourced from Squamish, British Columbia.

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Competitions: Howard Waterfall Retreat

Bustler

Registration Deadline: Jul 24, 2025; Submission Deadline Sep 8, 2025 The Howard Waterfall Retreat Competition invites architects and designers from around the world to reimagine a multi-generational family retreat that embraces the extraordinary natural and historical context of Howard Falls in Northwestern Pennsylvania, USA. This competition is a unique opportunity to create a timeless design that honors the rich heritage of the Howard Family while looking forward to the future.

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10 can’t-miss architecture and design events lighting up NYC, LA, Montreal, London, San Francisco, Boston, and Chicago this June

Archinect

If you're in search of exciting architecture and design events to explore this June, check out our curated selection of recommendations, including festivals, conferences, and exhibitions taking place throughout the U.S. and abroad. From the roster of ongoing and upcoming events listed on Bustler , here are our featured picks worth checking out.

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in rotterdam, MAST’s floating spoorweghaven district will be the ‘largest in europe’

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mast Reimagines the harbors edge in rotterdam With a radical new proposal by Danish maritime architecture studio MAST , Rotterdam’s Spoorweghaven neighborhood is poised for a transformation. In the heart of a disused dock just southeast of the city center, the team envisions a floating community. Together with locally-based contractor BIK bouw, the prefabricated , modular project will bring over one hundredapartments supported by public green space, moorings, commercial units and a new har

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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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Le Picabier is a tea room for one in Kyoto's mountains

Deezen

Charred-cedar shingles cover the chimney-shaped form of this micro tearoom in Japan , designed by local studio 2m26 in collaboration with French practice Onomiau. Named Le Picabier or Yach, the tea room for one person sits in the mountains north of Kyoto and was commissioned by Villa Kujoyama , a creative residency initiated by the French Institute in Japan.

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Danish Hygge & Smart Living: Unlocking the Secret Power of Small Spaces

The Architecture Designs

Forget everything you thought you knew about small living. If your vision of a compact home conjures images of cramped quarters and endless clutter, then prepare to have your mind, and your living space, transformed. As an architect, Ive seen first hand how the magic of Danish and Scandinavian design can turn even the most modest footprint into a sanctuary of style, function, and blissful contentment.

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10 can’t-miss architecture and design events lighting up LA, NYC, Montreal, London, San Francisco, Boston, and Chicago this June

Archinect

If you're in search of exciting architecture and design events to explore this June, check out our curated selection of recommendations, including festivals, conferences, and exhibitions taking place throughout the U.S. and abroad. From the roster of ongoing and upcoming events listed on Bustler , here are our featured picks worth checking out.

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renzo piano to design forthcoming KYKLOS arts and culture center in piraeus, greece

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renzo piano returns to greece with cultural center in piraeus KYKLOS is a center for art and culture, set to rise in the port city of Piraeus, designed by the Renzo Piano Building Workshop. Commissioned by the Dinos and Lia Martinos Foundation (DLMF), the project adds to the Italian architects growing presence in Greece , including his acclaimed Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Center in Athens and three new public hospitals developed with SNF across the country.

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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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Fernanda Canales creates community centre next to Mexico City prison

Deezen

A wavy, terracotta lattice stretches along the front of the concrete Iztapalapa PILARES Community Center, which was designed by architectural studio Fernanda Canales to "empower community members". Located in Iztapalapa a heavily populated borough in Mexico City known for its high crime rate the building was designed as part of the government-backed Points of Innovation, Freedom, Art, Education and Knowledge (PILARES) programme.

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Do Androids Dream of the Saturday Market?

SW Oregon Architect

E ugene Saturday Market, May 24, 2025 (photos by me) In an earlier post titled The Human Touch in a High-Tech Future , I explored how architects might collaborate with artificial intelligence (AI) and quantum computing to enhance design. That piece focused on the promise of humanmachine partnerships. It leads me now to ponder a fundamental question: what remains uniquely human in the act of architectural authorship?

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Kuhlman Road Residence by EYRC Architects

Archinect

A professional couple purchased a two-acre wooded site in an exclusive neighborhood where traditional houses with grand entrances oriented to the street are typical. The clients desired a modern house providing California-style indoor-outdoor living- to the degree possible in Houston’s harsh climate, where summers are hot and humid and winters are wet.

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alicja kozłowska stitches rebellion into the streets with embroidered graffiti series

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Alicja Kozowska explores intersection of craft & street culture Polish textile artist Alicja Kozowska redefines the boundaries between craft and street art in Banksy Who?, a public art series that brings embroidery to the urban landscape. Comprising seven large-scale embroidered graffiti works, along with crocheted balaclavas and hand-stitched spray cans, the project fuses traditional textile techniques with the raw, expressive language of graffiti.

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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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Chatillon Architectes turns Brest Post Office into flats with glass-brick facade

Deezen

French studio Chatillon Architectes has transformed a 1950s post office in Brittany into flats , adding an extension with a glass-brick facade. The conversion of the historic landmark in central Brest, near the old fortifications of the coastal city, has created 93 apartments, alongside communal spaces and offices for the postal service. Chatillon Architectes has transformed a post office in Brest into apartments It is the third chapter for the building on Rue de Siam, which was originally built

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From Smart to Intelligent: Evolution in Architecture and Cities

ArchDaily

Algae Curtain / EcoLogicStudio. Image ecoLogicStudio "The limits of our design language are the limits of our design thinking". Patrik Schumacher's statement subtly hints at a shift occurring in the built environment, moving beyond technological integration to embrace intelligence in the spaces and cities we occupy. The future proposes a possibility of buildings serving functions beyond housing human activity to actively participate in shaping urban life.

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‘Scarcity Is Something We Have Learned To Thrive On’: A Conversation With League Prize Winners salazarsequeromedina

Archinect

Archinect's latest Studio Snapshot features the New York/Madrid outfit salazarsequeromedina. Founded in 2020 by Laura Salazar, Pablo Sequero, and Juan Medina, the firm has emerged on the international scene, culminating in recognition as one of six Architectural League Prize for Young Architects + Designers winners for 2025. In our conversation, Sequero, who is currently a visiting critic at the Syracuse University School of Architecture , talks about how they integrate their collaborative appro

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photography seoul museum of art opens with dynamic, twisting facade

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a sculptural new presence in seoul The Photography Seoul Museum of Artintroduces a new cultural presence to Dobong-gu, a district of northeastern Seoul that, is gradually seeing the introduction of contemporary landmarks — just next door is the newly completed Robot and AI Museum by Turkish studio Melike Altinisik Architects (MAA). Designed in collaboration by Austrian firm Jadric Architektur and Korean studio 1990uao Architects, the newly completed museum spans six levels — four abo

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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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How Norman Foster became the most successful architect in history

Deezen

Ahead of Norman Foster 's 90th birthday this weekend, Dezeen explores how he became the most successful architect the world has ever seen including by asking the man himself. "It's just amazing what Norm has achieved in his career," Ken Shuttleworth, founder of Make Architects and a partner in Foster's firm for nearly 30 years, told Dezeen. "I don't think any other architect has done what he's done," Shuttleworth continued.

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10 Facts About Centre Pompidou, a High-Tech Architectural Iconic in Paris

Architizer

Got a project thats too contemporary for your client? Submit your conceptual works, images and ideas for global recognition and print publication in the 2025 Vision Awards ! The clock is ticking submit your work ahead of the Main Entry deadline on June 6th. After almost fifty years of being open to the public, the Centre Pompidou will temporarily close for a major renovation.

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Step inside this Japanese-inspired home extension that's wrapped around a reflection pool

Contemporist

This Japanese-inspired rear extension features cedar cladding, black accents, and a reflection pond that brings calm and light into the home.

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red brick and black basalt wrap abhishek ajmera’s house in india with tactility

designboom

brick house sits on a modest lot in indore, india Abhishek Ajmera Architects Brick House is a modest dwelling in Indore, India. Set on a 6,500-square-foot plot, it spans 8,000 square feet and accommodates four bedrooms, a basement office, common areas, and an activity room. True to its name, the project celebrates exposed brick as both a material and a design language, articulating spatial transitions, filtering light, and tying the interiors to their architectural shell.

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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?