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How Breathable Should Facades Be? Exploring Permeability and Impermeability in Building Envelopes

ArchDaily

In contrast, modern technologies now allow for almost completely impermeable building envelopes, allowing for complete separation between indoors and outdoors, thus relying on engineered systems to regulate temperature, airflow, or humidity. Read more ยป

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WEFT balances nostalgia and modernity in the architectural design of a fast casual restaurant by WEFT

Archinect

This locally developed concept blends nostalgia with modernity to embody the West Coast lifestyle. The building’s design was born from the limitations imposed by applicable regulations for the plot. The exterior space had no particular restrictions as long as the vertical structure was contained within the given building size.

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Unlocking Urban Potential: Street Vending Integration Strategies in Informal Settings

ArchDaily

Mostly categorized under the informal economy due to lack of regulations and authorization, street markets in the global south have often been seen as a threat to urban development. Policymakers and city officials have long struggled with informality, considering it the โ€œantithesis of modernity.โ€

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How modernism got square

Architecture Here and There

The title of this post harks back to one from this blogโ€™s Providence Journal days, when I linked to a long piece in Metropolis magazine by Michael Mehaffy and Nikos Salingaros, and then did a column about it called “ How modern architecture got square.” Adamโ€™s article is here.] Typical U.K.

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16 Modern Detached Garages Thatโ€™ll Transform Your Outdoor Space

Dwell

Beyond its conventional role, a modern detached garage can be reimagined for your homeโ€™s functionality, boosting your propertyโ€™s appeal and enhancing your lifestyle through a beautiful and practical upgrade. Weโ€˜ve assembled this list of some of our favorite modern detached garages to inspire you with possibilities for your property.

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This Family Home in Japan Breaks the Stereotype of a Modern Farmhouse

Dwell

The roofโ€™s thick layer of glass wool insulation regulates internal temperatures. Itโ€™s also known as Tanne-To , a name given by the areaโ€™s indigenous Ainu people, which translates to a long, narrow swamp. Ikuya Sasaki The homeโ€™s curving walls faces south for an open view over farmland.

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Redefining Commercial Spaces: Trends in Modern Workplace Design

The Architecture Designs

Instead, modern workplace design embraces flexibility, collaboration, and a deep respect for employee well-being. Incorporating Flexibility and Collaboration in Office Layouts Modern workplaces prioritize flexible layouts that can adapt to various work styles and functions.