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Form followed finance in 2021, for better and for worse

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2021 was a year where form continued to follow finance. Throughout the year, our coverage included many examples of the world’s largest architecture firms designing for some of the world’s largest companies.

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Large U.S. architecture firm, EYP, files for bankruptcy, may sell to subsidiary of Bitcoin miner

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based firm EYP Architecture + Engineering has filed for bankruptcy due to pressure from debt obligations. The firm, based in Albany, New York, has 11 offices across the United States and employs 470 staff. The firm has filed for Chapter 11 protection in the U.S.

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WilkinsonEyre founder Chris Wilkinson dies at age 76

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WilkinsonEyre co-founder and leading British architect Chris Wilkinson has passed away at age 76 according to a statement released by the firm. Wilkinson’s firm became the first practice to win the RIBA Stirling Prize in two consecutive years, with their Magna Centre in 2001 and the Gateshead Millennium Bridge in 2002.

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A first look inside Heatherwick Studio’s new Shanghai office

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Heatherwick Studio has offered a first look inside their new Shanghai studio, the first overseas office to be opened by the London design firm. ” The studio will also offer guided tours to visitors wishing to learn more about the firm’s work.

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Little Wing Lee announced as the first Female Design Council + NICOLEHOLLIS Grant winner

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Innovative interiors specialist Little Wing Lee has been named the first winner of the new Female Design Council + NICOLEHOLLIS Grant recognizing Women of Color-led interior design firms located within the United States. The $15,000 grant is meant to provide financing to expand companies and create new design collections.

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Construction job openings in February rebound after sharp dip in January

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Basu said that demand for construction workers remains high even with the threat of a recession , the slow implementation of the United States’ infrastructure rebuilding program, higher interest rates, and financing concerns.

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UNC Charlotte’s architecture school to be renamed following alumnus donation

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The donation, whose amount has not been disclosed, will be used to support students, pay for international studies, and finance university initiatives. Today, he is the president and CEO of Northwood Ravin, a development, construction, and property management firm. The new David R. Ravin School of Architecture sign.