Dwell
APRIL 16, 2025
Tiny House Japans units are designed like saunaswith plenty of cedar to withstand heat and steam. Welcome to Tiny Home Profiles , an interview series with people pushing the limits of living small. From space-saving hacks to flexible floor plans, heres what they say makes for the best tiny homes on the planet. Know of a builder we should talk to? Reach out.
ArchDaily
APRIL 15, 2025
Expo Osaka 2025 aerial view. Image Expo 2025 , OBAYASHI CORPORATION Co., Ltd, photo by shinwa Co., Ltd Expo 2025 Osaka has officially opened on April 13, 2025, at Yumeshima, Osaka. Under the overarching theme "Designing Future Society for Our Lives," the Expo set out to explore three pivotal subthemes: Saving Lives, Empowering Lives, and Connecting Lives.
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Archinect
APRIL 18, 2025
In just seven days earlier this winter, the 3D printed robotic assembly process for a new Walmart extension was completed in Huntsville, Alabama. The concept pilot, part of the second iteration of a project led by Alquist 3D, stands 16.5 feet tall with 5,000 square feet of space to be used as a logistical warehouse. The structure was realized in February, fully two weeks ahead of schedule.
designboom
APRIL 17, 2025
Atelier Pierre Thibault reframes 1960s Maison A Maison A is a restoration and expansion project of a residence in Quebec, originally designed in the 1960s by architect Jacques de Blois. Over time, the building underwent several alterations that diminished its architectural clarity. The current intervention by Atelier Pierre Thibault, developed over several years starting […] The post atelier pierre thibault introduces skylights to 1960s A-frame quebec residence clad in wood appeared first
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.
Deezen
APRIL 17, 2025
Photos of construction at the Obama Presidential Center Museum Building in Chicago have shown an exterior wrapped in granite panels, as well as the interior of the partially completed uppermost floors. The Museum Building was designed by Tod Williams Billie Tsien Architects and joins a number of buildings on the 19-acre Obama Presidential Center campus, also master-planned by the studio.
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Archinect
APRIL 14, 2025
Organizers for this year’s U.S. Pavilion at the 2025 Venice Architecture Biennale have shared new renderings detailing the presentation PORCH: An Architecture of Generosity and its exploration of the typology common to the architecture of the American South. The exhibition was organized by the Fay Jones School of Architecture and Design at the University of Arkansas in partnership with DesignConnects and the Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art.
designboom
APRIL 16, 2025
original church pews become poolside seating while the pulpit, once a platform for sermons, becomes a lifeguards chair. The post MVRDV proposes irreverent renovation of historic church into ‘holy water’ swimming pool appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.
Deezen
APRIL 17, 2025
A sheltered external walkway connects two wings of this pavilion-like house in New South Wales, Australia , designed by local studio DFJ Architects to facilitate family gatherings. Named after the fruit trees that line the street, Mango Lane overlooks Byron Bay and is designed by DFJ Architects as a flexible home for a busy client whose grown-up children are flying the nest.
ArchDaily
APRIL 17, 2025
Austrian Pavilion at Expo Osaka 2025. Image Courtesy of Expo Austria BWM Designers & Architects has just completed the design for the Austrian Pavilion at Expo Osaka 2025. Titled "Austria. Composing the Future," the pavilion reimagines the expo's theme, "Designing Future Society for Our Lives," through a music lens, suggesting a future that is not only designed but also composed.
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
APRIL 15, 2025
The CBC recently unpacked the effect an absence of smart immigration policies and skilled laborers has had on the Canadian building economy. Canada’s points-based admission system is perhaps the biggest culprit for the dearth of construction workers that’s currently holding up housing delivery to the tune of 30,000-40,000 homes per year.
designboom
APRIL 16, 2025
now open at expo 2025 osaka, kengo kuma's qatar pavilion draws from qatari boat construction and japan's heritage of wood joinery. The post kengo kuma’s qatar pavilion at expo 2025 osaka highlights qatari ships and japanese joinery appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.
Deezen
APRIL 16, 2025
Indonesian architecture studio RAD+ar has completed Sanctuary Tunnel Garden, a religious retreat nestled inside a concrete exoskeleton in West Java, Indonesia. Built for a private client, the retreat is located on a rural estate near the city of Bogor and includes villas and "space for prayer", including a semi-public Catholic chapel. RAD+ar has completed a religious retreat in West Java The retreat sits within a tunnel formed of concrete arches incorporating modernist influences.
ArchDaily
APRIL 14, 2025
Mumbai's skyline. Image Drone Master via Unsplash India finds itself a watershed moment with its urban evolution. With the United Nations projecting urbanization to reach 68% by 2050 , the country's metropolitan regions needs to adapt to increasing populations while maintaining equity and quality of life. India's urban population is expected to exceed 600 million by 2030, drawing attention to both urban density and sprawl.
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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
APRIL 16, 2025
Following our previous look at an opening for a Director of Residential Capital Planning at the University at Buffalo , we are using this week’s edition of our Job Highlights series to explore an open role on Archinect Jobs for an Architecture Archive Fellow at the University of Southern California. The fellowship, based in Los Angeles, will support one designer or scholar in residence for an academic year.
designboom
APRIL 12, 2025
the studio embeds three individual homes directly into the rocky hillside, using local stone, lime plaster, and native vegetation. The post ochre-hued stone walls wrap three individual residences by VAstudio in cretan rocky hillside appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.
Deezen
APRIL 15, 2025
A web of wooden joinery designed to mimic the rafters of a boat frames the Bahrain Pavilion, designed by Lebanese architect Lina Ghotmeh for the Expo 2025 Osaka. Named Connecting Seas, the 17-metre-tall pavilion draws on Bahrain's coastal heritage, taking cues from the region's traditional dhow boats that were once used to transport heavy goods. Lina Ghotmeh has designed the Bahrain Pavilion at the Expo 2025 Osaka "The Bahrain Pavilion is conceived as an anatomy of a dhow, a contemporary evocati
ArchDaily
APRIL 17, 2025
Maratu development. Image Foster + Partners Foster + Partners is developing a comprehensive masterplan for Maratu, a 1,045-hectare site located along the Puchuncav coast in Chile. Developed for Inmobiliaria Maratu, the project seeks to reconnect the existing town of Puchuncav with its coastal edge, while conserving and enhancing the region's diverse natural landscapes.
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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.
Archinect
APRIL 18, 2025
Adaptive reuse projects have lately become a growing presence in MVRDV 's portfolio, with new projects in Berlin , Albania , and Amsterdam drawing it to the front of what is now a popular charge in the EU market and amongst its governments and design critics. Another new example to highlight today is their forthcoming Heerlen Holy Water conversion in the Dutch countryside in collaboration with Zecc Architecten.
designboom
APRIL 17, 2025
an 800-meter-wide ring anchors the scheme, hosting luxury residences while preserving the natural ecosystems around its perimeter. The post foster + partners’ green residential scheme encircles a lagoon along saudi arabia’s red sea appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.
Deezen
APRIL 17, 2025
Dutch studios MVRDV and Zecc Architecten have revealed plans to overhaul a vacant church in the Netherlands by adding a swimming pool with an adjustable floor that allows visitors to "walk on water". In their design for the Holy Water swimming facility, MVRDV and Zecc Architecten plan to create a new social venue while preserving historic elements of the former St Francis of Assisi Church in Heerlen, which was built in 1923 and has been left empty for two years.
ArchDaily
APRIL 15, 2025
Cortesia de Foresso In a context where sustainability and material identity are becoming priorities in architecture, some ancient materials are finding new life. Terrazzo , with origins dating back to the 15th century, stands out as an example of how tradition can fuel innovation. The modern form, as we know it today, emerged in 15th-century Venice , Italy, when Venetian mosaic workers, seeking to make use of marble scraps, began incorporating these irregular fragments into mortar to create dura
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
APRIL 17, 2025
This week's edition of our curated career roundup from the Archinect Job board features 12 architecture schools in search of faculty, academic leaders, staff, and fellows. Preparing for a new job? Be sure to follow our Archinect Tips series to improve your portfolio, resume, and interviewing skills and increase your chances of getting that next job.
designboom
APRIL 15, 2025
the massing of foster + partners' pavilion recalls the organic shapes and meandering streets of saudi arabia's traditional villages. The post foster + partners channels saudi arabia streetscapes for expo 2025 osaka pavilion appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.
Deezen
APRIL 13, 2025
Indian architecture practice Studio Saransh has married black basalt with steel for its self-designed workspace in the suburbs of Ahmedabad , India. Named Oasis, the 1,170-square-metre workspace marks the studio's relocation from the city centre to the quiet suburbs as they aimed to move away from the "chaos of the city". Studio Saransh has self-designed Oasis The studios created five blocks on the site, surrounding a central, sunken courtyard.
ArchDaily
APRIL 16, 2025
Clifford's Tower / Hugh Broughton Architects. Dirk Lindner Castles and fortresses often rise from strategic, commanding positions when standing alone or integrated into urban and rural landscapes. From above, they overlook the city, bearing in their imposing structures the weight of history. With their original functions now limited to contemplation, these spaces have been undergoing revaluation and reintegration into everyday urban life.
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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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