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Populous, Stantec and S2 Architecture unveil western Canada’s largest convention centre

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The focal point of the design is a copper-coloured, composite metal panel facade and roofline The governments of Canada and Alberta, as well as the City of Calgary, funded the $500 million expansion. The focal point of the design is a copper-coloured, composite metal panel facade and roofline.

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Atelier WOA creates long timber-framed library in France

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This ambition aligns with the French government sustainability law to ensure all new public buildings are built from at least 50 per cent timber or other natural materials. It is designed as an alternative to "cold" public buildings Based in Paris, Atelier WOA was founded in 2012 by Samuel Poutoux, Rémi Crozat and Marc-Henri Maxit.

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Daniel Joseph Chenin uses passive building strategies for stone-clad Nevada house

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Daniel Joseph Chenin settled the 7,800-square foot (725-square-metre) house on an acre rock outcrop near government-protected land in Las Vegas Valley, looking out to Red Rock Canyon. Drawing colours and textures from the landscape, Fort 137 uses native and regionally sourced materials that will patina over time.

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MVRDV tops Tainan food market with "rolling hills"

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Located in the foothills of east Tainan , the market for Tainan City Government Agriculture Bureau was designed by MVRDV as a food supply hub as well as a space for people to gather and socialise. The eastern corner of the structure has terraces filled with colourful planting that descend to the ground to provide stepped access to the roof.

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Meet the Team: Who Works with an Architect on a Design Project?

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From building contractors, civil engineers, and even interior designers — we’re here to help you find out exactly who works with an architect. With in-depth building codes knowledge and detailed calculations, your team of engineers can determine if your building is strong enough to uphold all relevant standards.

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Taipei Performing Arts Center by OMA officially opens in Taiwan

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It was commissioned by Taipei City Government to support local performing arts groups. To help the building form part of the city, a landscaped plaza has been positioned beneath the building. Landscape designer, interior designer: Inside Outside. Structure, MEP, building physics, fire engineer: Arup.

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Henning Larsen creates gridded facade for Minneapolis Public Service Building

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Global firm Henning Larsen Architects prioritised openness and connectivity to create a Minnesota government building that is part of a "new coalition of civic architecture across the United States". The Minneapolis Public Service Building sits within the city's Government District in the downtown area, right next to bus and light rail stops.