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Take a look inside HWKN’s new 351 Marin tower in New Jersey

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HWKN has shared photos of its latest addition to the skyline of Jersey City, New Jersey, called 351 Marin. The building, designed in partnership with executive architect HLW , topped out last fall and has recently achieved full tenancy, something developers KRE Group shares is a bellwether for increased demands for an “elevated lifestyle experience” in the city’s luxury real estate market post-Covid.

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Hemp House is a manmade artifact that hovers above the Serbian landscape

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In the beginning there was a vision of a house made of renewable raw materials like hemp in the Homolje Mountains. The post Hemp House is a manmade artifact that hovers above the Serbian landscape appeared first on Åvontuura.

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Floodable Bridge Ter in Manlleu River / Sau Taller d’Arquitectura

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© Andrés Flajszer. architects: Sau Taller d’Arquitectura Location: Manlleu, Osona, Barcelona, Spain Project Year: 2021 Photography: Andrés Flajszer Area: 410.0 m2. Read more ».

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Artificial intelligence can now make convincing images of buildings. Is that a good thing?

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There is a new craze in town. Recently, designers have been typing prompts into a diffusion-based artificial intelligence (AI) platform and waiting for images of never-before-seen buildings, logos, products, and [.]. Read More. The post Artificial intelligence can now make convincing images of buildings. Is that a good thing? appeared first on The Architect’s Newspaper.

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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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Two projects split the top prize at the SIA Architectural Design Awards 2022

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This year’s winners of the SIA Architectural Design Awards 2022 have been announced by the Singapore Institute of Architects (SIA). The SIA shares that it is "the Institute’s strategic intent that the Awards will motivate architects to strive for higher standards of architectural excellence and imbue them with the relentless mindset of continually achieving great heights, leading to the vision of Singapore architecture being accepted as world-class standards.

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Madrid and Barcelona Benefit from Spain’s Free Travel Plan

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View of a high-speed train crossing a viaduct in Purroy, Zaragoza, Aragon, Spain. AVE Madrid Barcelona. Image © Pedrosala via Shutterstock. Spain pushes to promote cleaner transportation by offering free seasonal tickets for suburban and regional trains, which translates into roughly 48 million journeys per month. The initiative hopes to help citizens reduce fuel consumption and reduce the cost of living during the economic uncertainties and the rising energy prices.

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Hemp-clad Tigín Tiny Homes offer a way to "escape the rent trap" says social enterprise

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Irish social enterprise Common Knowledge has teamed up with hemp producer Margent Farm to design a low-carbon micro home that it claims can support people affected by the housing crisis. Designed in-house by Common Knowledge , the Tigín Tiny Homes take the form of oversized caravans built from natural materials that include Margent Farm 's corrugated hemp cladding panels, cork insulation and natural rubber linoleum floor tiles.

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Snøhetta unveils design for massive Shibuya Upper West Project in Tokyo

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Snøhetta has shared designs for its largest structure in Japan to date with the Shibuya Upper West Project. Made for Tokyu Corporation, L Catterton Real Estate, and Tokyu Department Store, the roughly 1.26 million-square-foot mixed-use development will add a cultural complex, retail, a luxury hotel, and rental residences to Tokyo’s bustling Shibuya district.

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Invisible Studio and Xylotek design timber shelter for Westonbirt, The National Arboretum

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An organically shaped community shelter has opened at Westonbirt, The National Arboretum in Gloucestershire. The post Invisible Studio and Xylotek design timber shelter for Westonbirt, The National Arboretum appeared first on Åvontuura.

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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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CAJA resort highlights scenic beach in turkey with arrangement of white-washed cubic villas

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the design follows the monolithic expression of the local architectural identity, resulting in a set of buildings infused with nature and semi-open relations. The post CAJA resort highlights scenic beach in turkey with arrangement of white-washed cubic villas appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Zozaya Arquitectos tops cliffside home in Mexico with open thatched roof

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An enormous thatched roof structure with open sides covers the communal areas of this home perched on a rocky cliff overlooking the Pacific Ocean in Mexico by Zozaya Arquitectos. The 775-square-metre Casa Acantilado is located in the bay of Zihuatanejo, an area in which local studio Zozaya Arquitectos has completed several projects. Zozaya Arquitectos completed a cliffside home in Zihuatanejo.

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OMA's Taipei Performing Arts Center officially opens

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The new Taipei Performing Arts Center by OMA has opened to the public in the city’s Shilin Night Market. Led by Rem Koolhaas and David Gianotten , the project comprises three theaters: a spherical 800-seat Globe Playhouse, a 1,500-seat Grand Theater, and an 800-seat Blue Box, connected to a central cube. Previously on Archinect: OMA's role-defying new theater design debuts in Taipei The cube houses the stages, backstages, and support spaces of the theaters, which allows the Grand Theater a

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Open AD designs new holiday home on existing foundations along Latvian coastline

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The shape of the buildings and their gable roofs echo the vernacular architecture of the historical fishermen’s dwellings. The post Open AD designs new holiday home on existing foundations along Latvian coastline appeared first on Åvontuura.

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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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david altrath captures brutalist ‘mariendom’ church with crystal-like roof in neviges, germany

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the roof presents an eye-catching folded shape, with many comparing its form to an iceberg, a crystal, a flower, or a tent. The post david altrath captures brutalist ‘mariendom’ church with crystal-like roof in neviges, germany appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Kiki Archi uses red brick to revamp Anna Garden House near Beijing

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Japanese studio Kiki Archi has redesigned an existing home in Changping District, China , with pared-back volumes clad in red brick and a landscaped garden. The large site north of Beijing was originally occupied by a 200-square-metre European-style home, which has been stripped back to create the simple and geometric form of the Anna Garden House. Anna Garden House has been redesigned by Kiki Archi.

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The rise of tall mass timber development could herald a wooden renaissance in Chicago

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Chicago’s steel-framed architectural identity may be about to change thanks to the reintroduction of mass timber as the primary building material in a new 9-story tower designed by local studio Hartshorne Plunkard Architecture for developer Sterling Bay. Noted in a report from Chicago YIMBY , the new project "will be the tallest proposal of its kind in the region.".

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After the latest report on climate change issued by the United Nations, architects weigh in on next steps

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In April, the United Nations’ Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) published its Working Group III’s Climate Change 2022: Mitigation of Climate Change. The report’s contents strengthened the case made [.]. Read More. The post After the latest report on climate change issued by the United Nations, architects weigh in on next steps 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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herzog & de meuron weaves mixed-use timber development into existing austin street front

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the project fills the site with a continuous horizontal wooden structure built around traditional shops, notable restaurants, and galleries dating back to 1920. The post herzog & de meuron weaves mixed-use timber development into existing austin street front appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Ten interiors with a natural and calming organic modern design

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For our latest lookbook we've collected 10 projects that exemplify the organic modern design style, which combines minimalist interiors with natural textures and colours. Organic materials, a muted colour palette and details such as rustic accessories and plenty of green plants are among the things that characterise the organic modern trend. While the style has a similar look to pared-down minimalist and Japandi interiors , the focus in organic modern interiors is more on bringing earthy colours

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D.C. steps up office-to-residential conversions in the face of housing shortage

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Through the doldrums of America’s pandemic-triggered office downturn, the nation’s capital is quickly turning into a case study for the conversion of former commercial spaces into residential housing and mixed-use development. The Washingtonian magazine recently did a survey of different office conversions in and around the District. Vacancy rates in the area climbed to an all-time high last quarter, and the city is predictably feeling the same housing crunch as nearly every other me

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For advancement in today’s world, women architects need more than books

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Edited By Jan Cigliano Hartman | The Women Who Changed Architecture | Princeton Architectural Press | $50.00 Edited by Marcia F. Feuerstein, Paola Zellner Bassett, and Jodi La Coe | [.]. Read More. The post For advancement in today’s world, women architects need more than books 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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archstudio enlivens courtyard house in beijing with new, multipurpose wooden extension

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the wooden structure undulates across the site, hosting multiple programs, while the renovated exterior features six yards of different scales and functions. The post archstudio enlivens courtyard house in beijing with new, multipurpose wooden extension appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Ten bookshelf staircases that add clever storage to living spaces

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A converted Belgian barn and a pine-lined house in Japan are among the residential interiors featured in our latest lookbook , which contains homes defined by staircases that incorporate bookshelves. Bookshelf staircases are a clever way to incorporate storage in, around and alongside stairs, which helps to save space within small dwellings. Architects and interior designers also use these two-in-one units to create striking sculptural statements and add distinctive character to a room.

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Marina Tabassum is named the 2022 Lisbon Triennale Millennium Lifetime Achievement Award winner

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Groundbreaking Bangladeshi architect and 2021 Soane Medalist Marina Tabassum has garnered another important accolade after being named the Millennium Lifetime Achievement Award winner at the upcoming Lisbon Architecture Triennale , which kicks off in the Portuguese capital on September 22nd. The MTA founder is known for her contributions to environmental design and an approach to architecture that breaks from commercialism in order to remain in touch with local communities and the needs of every

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This Lush Buenos Aires Home Cleverly Blurs the Boundaries Between Inside and Out

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Junta Arquitectas worked magic with a limited footprint by incorporating a sunny courtyard, verdant patio, and green roof to top things off. Houses We Love: Every day we feature a remarkable space submitted by our community of architects, designers, builders, and homeowners. Project Details: Location: Buenos Aires, Argentina Architect: Junta Arquitectas Footprint: 936 square feet From the Architect: " Ph Superí is located in the City of Buenos Aires on the border of Coghlan and Saavedra neighbor

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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!