Archinect

MARCH 12, 2024

Construction technologies company ICON has unveiled a suite of new technologies at SXSW , including a multi-story robotic construction system and an AI -powered design system. At a SXSW event dubbed ‘Domus Ex Machina,’ the company also presented a new low-carbon building material for 3D printing alongside a digital catalog for residential 3D printed architecture containing more than 60 designs.

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Archinect

MARCH 13, 2024

Following last week’s look at an opening for a Staff Architect at Greater Indy Habitat for Humanity , we are using this week’s edition of our Job Highlights series to explore an open role on Archinect Jobs for an Architect at the US Bureau of Reclamation. The role, based in Denver, CO, calls for an individual to “make a difference in the West by assisting in meeting increasing water demands while protecting the environment.

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MARCH 11, 2024

inspired by mediterranean architecture, the roca tura collection embraces barcelona’s iconic geometric forms and shadows. The post roca tura collection mirrors geometries of barcelona’s rationalist architecture appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Dwell

MARCH 11, 2024

A. Quincy Jones and Frederick Emmons designed the 1964 home, which sports a central courtyard, vintage globe lights, and a turquoise front door. Location : 1569 Stoddard Avenue, Thousand Oaks, California Price : $1,610,000 Architect : A. Quincy Jones and Frederick Emmons Year Built : 1964 Footprint : 1,981 square feet (five bedrooms, two baths) Lot Size : 0.21 acres From the Agent : " Live the architectural dream in this iconic Eichler home designed by legendary architects A.

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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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MARCH 12, 2024

Micro homes are not a humane response to the homelessness crisis, writes Cynthia Griffith as part of our Social Housing Revival series. Homelessness has reached a historic high in the United States of America, casting a long, formidable shadow over millions of low and middle-income workers. According to the United Nations , homeless people represent more than 2 per cent of the global population and an astonishing 1.6 billion people are enduring inadequate housing conditions worldwide.

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Archinect

MARCH 13, 2024

Futuristic resort envisioned by Aedas in Saudi Arabia will be the world’s first “vertical ski village” and snow destination in the GCC with year-round adventure sports History is in the making as Saudi Arabia gears up to host the 10th Asian Winter Games in 2029 in Trojena, the Gulf Region’s first ever outdoor ski resort. Trojena is being built in the heart of NEOM, the kingdom’s most ambitious giga project.

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Chaos

MARCH 13, 2024

Learn how to create a mesmerizing tile pattern in V-Ray for 3ds Max using the Enmesh modifier and V-Ray GPU. Join us as we create, scatter, apply materials, and render with speed-boosting texture caching.

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MARCH 12, 2024

When it comes to creating convincing architectural renderings , the quality of the textures can make a profound difference. However, there are an unlimited number of materials, colors, compositions, and arrangements possible in the world of design and construction.

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ArchDaily

MARCH 13, 2024

The Rise of Human-Scale Digital Venues. Image © Heather Gallagher & DALL-E This article is the eighth in a series focusing on the Architecture of the Metaverse. ArchDaily has collaborated with John Marx , AIA, the founding design principal and Chief Artistic Officer of Form4 Architecture , to bring you monthly articles that seek to define the Metaverse, convey the potential of this new realm as well as understand its constraints.

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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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Archinect

MARCH 14, 2024

In our latest curated jobs roundup from Archinect Jobs , we highlight seven architecture, landscape, experiential design, and urban planning firms across the country currently offering internships. Be sure to read up on issues of architectural employment in our features and news. Follow our Archinect Tips series to improve your portfolio, resume, and interviewing skills to help increase your overall chances of getting that next job.

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Deezen

MARCH 15, 2024

Dezeen speaks to residents of new council housing in London about what their homes mean to them as part of our Social Housing Revival series. "When I got here, I was just really in shock because it is absolutely beautiful," said Amanda Bennett*, a mother-of-three who recently moved into a new council house near south London's Old Kent Road, in a development designed by Pollard Thomas Edwards and Concertus for Southwark Council.

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designboom

MARCH 15, 2024

the italian car designer marcello gandini, whose body of work includes models for lamborghini, ferrari and maserati, passed away at 85 on march 13th, 2024 in turin. The post remembering marcello gandini, italian car designer of lamborghini, ferrari, maserati and more appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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ArchDaily

MARCH 14, 2024

© Wael Kikhia | 3D-Printed Mosque in Jeddah The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is now home to the world’s first 3D-printed mosque , spanning an area of 5,600 sqm. Located within the Al-Jawhara suburb of Jeddah , the mosque stands as a tribute to the late equestrian Abdulaziz Abdullah Sharbatly. The project by Forsan Real Estate utilizes cutting-edge 3 D printing technology from Guanli.

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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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Archinect

MARCH 11, 2024

This year's winners of the annual Brick in Architecture Awards were announced by the Brick Industry Association today. The award celebrates artistic and technological advancement of the material and the skilled use of brick masonry in architectural designs. Winners were drawn from the United States, Mexico, Canada, China, and, for the first time in the program's history, Russia.

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Deezen

MARCH 11, 2024

Funding has been secured and construction may begin in September on the Legends Tower in Oklahoma City, which is planned to be the tallest in USA , says developer Scot Matteson. Designed by Californian architecture studio AO , the Legends Tower supertall skyscraper planned for Oklahoma City is fully funded as of early March, according to reporting in local news outlet The Oklahoman.

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designboom

MARCH 15, 2024

mykonos architects employs naturally aged materials like wood and iron to achieve harmony with the surroundings, echoing mykonian tradition. The post stone-clad sheep house reforms into contemporary yoga retreat in mykonos appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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ArchDaily

MARCH 13, 2024

Shenzhen Hongshan Middle School. Image © XINLEE As a highly transparent material that stands up to all but the most extreme of weather conditions, is easily formed into any size or shape, and, once formed, will last for thousands of years, glass is still one of the most innovative and crucial materials used in architecture. Although contemporary building practices allow us to form huge, glittering skyscrapers of glass that rise hundreds of meters into the air, the ancient material’s original pur

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Archinect

MARCH 11, 2024

The Moody Nolan -designed Obama Presidential Center Programs & Athletics Center project in Chicago’s Jackson Park has been scheduled to break ground later this month. Project updates were reported late last week by the Chicago Sun-Times on the occasion of former President Obama's visit to McCormick Place to see a half-scale mockup of the 88-foot "Power of Words" video installation, the largest of 50 that will grace the Obama Presidential Center when it opens at a recently revised date

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MARCH 14, 2024

The extensive foundation work taking place at The Line site in northwestern Saudi Arabia has been released by Neom at property fair MIPIM. Shared by The Line chief operating officer Giles Pendleton on LinkedIn , the video – titled February progress report – shows construction continuing on the mega city. A video showing construction on The Line was released at MIPIM The video shows the extensive work taking place, including clearing the site and preparing for foundations and piling operations fo

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designboom

MARCH 10, 2024

'casa mendoza' is a renovated home by la base studio in buenos aires, shaped as a glass box wrapped in a timber screen. The post la base studio designs ‘casa mendoza’ as a glass box in a private garden appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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ArchDaily

MARCH 9, 2024

Completed in 2023 in Japan. Images by Koichi Torimura. We intended to create a bold atmosphere that great ‘emptiness’ such as sky, ocean, beach, and desert can bring about.& In ordinary residential.

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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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Archinect

MARCH 11, 2024

Germany’s Vitra Design Museum is to open an exhibition on the architectural evolution of the energy sector. Titled Transform! Designing the Future of Energy and open from March 23rd through September 1st, the exhibition will explore design across a range of scales, from everyday products that use renewable energy to solar houses, wind power stations, and smart mobility systems.

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Deezen

MARCH 13, 2024

The long-awaited Grand Egyptian Museum by Dublin studio Heneghan Peng Architects has been captured ahead of its scheduled opening in Giza, Egypt , later this year. In the photos shared by the International Finance Corporation (IFC), the colossal building, also known as the Giza Museum, is framed against the Pyramids of Giza. The world's largest museum has been captured ahead of opening in Egypt Heneghan Peng Architects ' design for the museum encompasses 90,000 square metres of a 50-hectare site

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designboom

MARCH 14, 2024

four spiralling steel structures unravel around visitors, prompting contemplation, encounters, and exchanges between strangers and friends. The post MARS studio’s isle of light installation weaves an urban island of shifting color in shenzhen appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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ArchDaily

MARCH 10, 2024

© Gerry O'Leary| Mosque or Mohamed Abulkhaliq Gargash In our exploration of architectural endeavors, it is essential to recognize the persistent influence of women , particularly from the Global South , in shaping our built environment, especially the contributions of women who serve as catalysts for social change and cultural celebration. As we delve further into their narratives, it becomes evident that the architects’ lived experiences inform their creative processes, resulting in spaces

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