SW Oregon Architect
NOVEMBER 17, 2024
Still from " The Ultimate Computer ," the twenty-fourth episode of the television series Star Trek, in which the crew of the Enterprise race to disable a rogue computer in total control of the ship. I’ve been thinking a lot lately (I’ve got time on my hands!) about how advances in artificial intelligence (AI) and quantum computing might transform the architectural profession.
ArchDaily
NOVEMBER 17, 2024
Residence91 - Charged Voids. Image © Niveditaa Grupta Overprovision can be seen as an architecture strategy through the lens of resilience —making spaces adaptable to changes, reinterpretations, and future needs. However, could overprovision also offer a productive lens for rethinking spatial design? Are there parallels in architectural theory or practice that align with this concept, as explored by notable figures in the discourse on space?
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Archinect
NOVEMBER 20, 2024
WHY Architecture has shared the first images of its design for the Yoshimoto Pavilion as part of the upcoming Expo 2025 Osaka , which takes place from April 13th to October 13th next year. The spherical waraii myraii (or 'a smiling future') design will host a cultural exchange based around a concept of "expanding new possibilities of laughter for a true 'Future Society For Our Lives.
Deezen
NOVEMBER 18, 2024
Part of a multi-year renovation of its New York flagship store, fashion brand Louis Vuitton has concealed its construction with a "luggage" facade and relocated to a temporary store that features OMA -designed sculptures. Louis Vuitton covered its flagship at East 57th Street and 5th Avenue in a facade modelled after the brand's distinctive trunks, while simultaneously opening a temporary location around the corner, with sculptures developed with OMA partner Shohei Shigematsu that rise through
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.
Architizer
NOVEMBER 18, 2024
Architects: Want to have your project featured? Showcase your work through Architizer and sign up for our inspirational newsletters. As climate change intensifies, sea levels are rising and storms are becoming more extreme. In turn, communities worldwide face the ever-present threat of flooding. Architects and urban designers are increasingly challenged to address these risks, creating resilient structures and landscapes that not only withstand but thrive.
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Archinect
NOVEMBER 22, 2024
New findings produced by the Institute of Psychology at the University of Freiburg and German Fraunhofer Institute for Solar Energy Systems have shown the proven social acceptance of building-integrated photovoltaics (BIPVs) in different urban conditions. According to techxplore.com , which first reported the news: "The conclusions showed that the acceptance of integrated photovoltaics in urban areas is generally very high and that PV on modern buildings is viewed more positively than on histori
Deezen
NOVEMBER 19, 2024
Japanese studio Kengo Kuma and Associates has completed UCCA Clay Museum in China , creating a peaked form clad in handmade ceramic tiles to celebrate the "warmth of craftsmanship". Located in Yixing, the 3,457-square-metre museum is part of a wider masterplan to redevelop the once-industrial area, dubbed the "ceramic capital" of China because of its rich history of pottery production, into a cultural district.
designboom
NOVEMBER 18, 2024
the transformation by the UK-based architects balances modern standards of comfort and sustainability with respect for the site's historic character. The post rusty corten steel extension by fluid glass modernizes 1950s brick home in london appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.
ArchDaily
NOVEMBER 21, 2024
Lucien Cornil Student Residence / A+Architecture. Image © Benoit Wehrlé Student housing has undergone a remarkable transformation over the last century. Once seen as a utilitarian necessity, providing shelter and basic amenities for students , this architectural typology has evolved to address increasingly complex societal, cultural, and urban demands.
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.
Archinect
NOVEMBER 22, 2024
This year, to mark the 200th anniversary of the Museo Egizio in Turin, Italy, OMA has collaborated with the local architect Andrea Tabocchini for a reset of its historic Gallery of the Kings. Partner David Gianotten and Project Architect Andreas Karavanas were responsible for leading the design, which remodeled the existing space to better display Egyptian statuary pieces as they were originally presented in the context of Karnak—an ancient temple complex that served as an architectural sh
Deezen
NOVEMBER 18, 2024
A figure-eight-shaped accommodation block is among the buildings made from rammed earth and compressed earth blocks at the Rwanda Institute for Conservation Agriculture campus by US studio MASS Design Group. Located in the village of Gashora in Rwanda , the student housing forms part of an off-grid agricultural university , where there are various education spaces including a building with a zigzagging roof.
Architizer
NOVEMBER 21, 2024
Architects: Want to have your project featured? Showcase your work through Architizer and sign up for our inspirational newsletters. Imagine a table covered in large sheets of tracing and drafting paper. Pencils, markers and a set of rulers, of all shapes and sizes, are scattered along its surface. Vast amounts of masking tape hold in place overlapping drawings and images.
ArchDaily
NOVEMBER 18, 2024
Dozen Doors Coliving / gon architects. Image © Imagen Subliminal (Miguel de Guzman + Rocio Romero) Amid a significant global housing shortage and an increase in urban growth, the residential phenomenon of co-living is expanding, fostering a community-based lifestyle where socialization becomes a fundamental principle. Resources, values, interests, and experiences are shared, creating new ways of living.
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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.
Archinect
NOVEMBER 19, 2024
Under state laws designed to remedy a housing shortage, the city has to set aside land for the construction of 250,000 more homes than allowed through existing zoning rules. Measures under consideration by a City Council committee are likely to satisfy the state requirements, the UCLA analysis found. But when analyzing the likelihood of what developers would actually build, researchers found the number of new homes would be far lower.
Deezen
NOVEMBER 22, 2024
Chinese studio Lichao Architecture Design Studio has transformed an abandoned brewery in Zhejiang, China , into a creative park, retaining its industrial character with additions in reclaimed brick and weathered steel. The 25,400-square-metre site in the historic water town of Wuzhen was originally developed in the 1950s as an extensive factory campus containing production facilities, offices and staff dormitories, before falling into disuse in the 1980s.
Dwell
NOVEMBER 21, 2024
Experts say affordable housing must come in many forms. But early signs show backyard homes—a win for landowners and renters alike—could be a crucial one. In 2021, city officials in Malibu, California, denied a family’s request to attach a 460-square-foot accessory dwelling unit (ADU) to their home to accommodate an immunocompromised grandmother in her 80s.
ArchDaily
NOVEMBER 19, 2024
Aerial View of Portland Steel Bridge Over Calm River. Image © Nicholas J Klein via Shutterstock Urban landscapes are shaped by the infrastructure we prioritize , reflecting the needs and values of society at a given moment in time. One striking example of this evolution is Portland's Harbor Drive—a highway that was once an artery of heavy automobile traffic but was later demolished to make way for a waterfront park.
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Archinect
NOVEMBER 21, 2024
On October 10th, we marked World Mental Health Day by launching Archinect's 2024 Mental Health Survey. Over 120 people participated, sharing their experiences of the past year, where mental health issues are arising from, and what steps they are taking to improve their own mental health. This year’s survey results reveal both progress and persistent challenges.
Deezen
NOVEMBER 19, 2024
An elevated public realm and performance venues are taking shape on top of the Olympia events centre in west London as part of its transformation by UK architecture practices Heatherwick Studio and SPPARC. Aiming to attract more public activity to the site, Heatherwick Studio and SPPARC are renovating the Victorian exhibition halls and building outdoor space with bars and restaurants on its roofs.
Architizer
NOVEMBER 19, 2024
Architizer's 13th A+Awards features a suite of sustainability-focused categories that recognizing designers that are building a green industry — and a better future. Start your entry to receive global recognition for your work! Architecture has always been a mirror of human ambition. History remembers the towering cathedrals, the lavish palaces, the monuments that push boundaries and define entire eras.
ArchDaily
NOVEMBER 17, 2024
© Zhuoheng Fu Contemporary city life demands increasing amounts of infrastructure to meet everyday needs, ranging from parks and efficient transportation to the incorporation of public restroom facilities. However, these spaces often come with discomforts, including lack of accessibility, absence of privacy, and poor cleanliness. Recognizing these issues, various architects have taken on the challenge of transforming these spaces into functional and pleasant environments , experimenting with inn
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.
Archinect
NOVEMBER 18, 2024
Following our previous visit to AUX Architecture , we are keeping our Meet Your Next Employer series in Los Angeles this week to explore the work of RIOS. Founded in 1985, the firm employs approximately 280 team members across the United States, the United Kingdom, and Asia Pacific. Last month, Archinect reported on the firm’s proposal for One Beverly Hills , designed in collaboration with Kerry Hill Architects and Foster + Partners, while several of the firm’s projects were recently
Deezen
NOVEMBER 19, 2024
British textile brand Kirkby Design has created what it believes to be the first interior fabric made from aloe vera – a plant that grows without need for chemicals, fertilisers or additional watering. Kirkby Design 's Aloe fabric is a sheer, washable, wide-format drapery textile made of 60 per cent aloe vera and 40 per cent organic cotton. The brand says the fabric is more sustainable than conventional textiles because the aloe requires no pesticides and uses less water during cultivation than
designboom
NOVEMBER 17, 2024
the spacious, two-story 'system 02' cabin kit is designed for larger groups by leckie studio and backcountry hut company. The post backcountry hut company and leckie studio design prefabricated flat-pack ‘system 02’ cabin appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.
ArchDaily
NOVEMBER 19, 2024
Bilaj Al Jazayer Beach Masterplan, Bahrain - The beach connects with a series of piers, which extend into the sea and create protective coves to shield the shoreline. Image © Foster + Partners Foster + Partners have revealed their proposal for the Bilaj Al Jazayer Beach master plan, a new development aiming to introduce a new touristic destination along Bahrain's southwest coast.
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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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