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Marcel Breuer’s Brutalist Washington DC offices reimagined as Affordable Housing by Brooks + Scarpa

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Serving as the headquarters of the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), this ten-story, 700,000 square-foot office building has been a symbol of federal authority since its completion in 1968. Adaptive reuse offers significant environmental advantages over demolition or new construction.

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Back to Basics: What is the Meaning of “Tectonic” in Architecture Today?

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This thought process laid the foundation for Vitruvius, a Roman architect and engineer, to articulate the fundamental principles of good architecture: firmitas , utilitas and venustas — firmness, utility and delight. Understanding and utilizing these characteristics allows architects to create unique aesthetic experiences.

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The World’s Largest Urban Solar Farmfor Expo 2030 in Rome by CRA-Carlo Ratti Associati

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This new approach to temporary events could become the foundation of a new model for urban development.”. The main driver behind this goal is to let natural ecosystems and technological inventions work in sync, just like human and natural energy would make each other more intense,” architect Italo Rota says.

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Amphibious Architecture: Designing Resilient Coastal Communities for the Future

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Coastal development opens avenues beyond the construction of nature-based or man-made flood protection infrastructure, emphasizing adaptability and a symbiotic relationship with the dynamic forces of nature. Additionally, there’s an aesthetic dimension, as living on the water fosters a sense of liberty and closeness to nature.

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Tiny Church on 8th at Fielder Awaits Mixed Use-ification

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I don't know about Christ Church Midtown, but in 2013 the House of Prayer Pentecostal Holiness Church sold it to a developer (a) ".recognized recognized and respected leader of urban development in Atlanta, Georgia - focusing on the revitalization of under-utilized areas and transforming them into vibrant neighborhoods."

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Tarpon Bend Residence, Fort Lauderdale USA

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The team utilized a passive design approach to help reduce the home’s energy footprint, while also incorporating engineered systems focused on wellness. Berkowitz Contemporary Foundation , Miami Design District. Berkowitz Contemporary Foundation. Metropica Development , South Florida. Design: Oppenheim Architecture.

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LI City Study, Jiang Su Sheng, China

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In the context of urban development shifting from incremental expansion to stock upgrading in China, the reuse of existing buildings achieves their sustainability. Reuse: Retention and Reuse of Architectural Framework The building has three above-ground floors and one underground floor with a frame structure.

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