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Urban Identity and Collective Memory

SW Oregon Architect

Piazza San Marco, Venice (photo by Claudio Schwarz on Unsplash ) During a recent, spirited round of Swedish death cleaning here in my home, I came across a brief essay I wrote in 1983 during my final year at the University of Oregon. The paper, titled Urban Identity and Collective Memory , was an assignment for Professor Rosaria Hodgdon s class ARCH 441G Critical Issues in the Urban Environment.

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Malbun Houses / Sandro Durrer

ArchDaily

Samuel Holzner architects: sandro durrer Location: Malbun, Triesenberg, Liechtenstein Project Year: 2023 Photographs: Samuel Holzner Area: 1100.

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Norton Simon Museum previews its $14 million updates

Archinect

Pasadena’s Norton Simon Museum has previewed its upcoming $14 million Exterior Improvement Project from the Architectural Resources Group and SWA. Timed to coincide with the Museum’s 50th anniversary, the project entails facade conservation/enhancements and other improvements to outdoor areas along Colorado Boulevard. Accessibility will be improved through a "re-envisioned" entrance.

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RAD+ar hides bamboo chicken coop under hill in Jakarta

Deezen

Balinese architecture studio RAD+ar has hidden a bamboo chicken coop under an artificial hill in a park in Jakarta, Indonesia. Located in a park called Urban Forest in the south of the capital for four weeks, the structure was designed as a prototype for a low-impact chicken coop. RAD+ar designed a hill-like chicken coop in Indonesia Constructed from a bamboo lattice, it contained two enclosures for chickens on either side of a walkway described by RAD+ar as "a cave-like tunnel".

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The Constructors Digital Transformation Playbook: Reducing Risk With Technology

Speaker: Dylan Secrest

Construction projects are high-stakes operations where even minor inefficiencies can lead to costly delays, safety concerns, and budget overruns. Managing risk in construction has always been a challenge, but as projects grow in complexity, traditional methods no longer cut it. Enter Digital Transformation - a game changer approach that replaces inefficiency with AI-powered analytics, real-time monitoring, and automated workflows to proactively manage risk.

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exposed stone masonry fuses restored residence by c-o lab with greek island’s rocky terrain

designboom

courtyards and terraces follow the sites natural contours, integrating built and natural elements. The post exposed stone masonry fuses restored residence by c-o lab with greek island’s rocky terrain appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Maison du Brésil by Le Corbusier: A Modernist Experiment in Student Housing

Archeyes

Maison du Brsil, designed by Le Corbusier in collaboration with Lcio Costa, is a significant work within the Cit Internationale Universitaire de Paris (CIUP). Conceived as a residence for Brazilian. The post Maison du Brsil by Le Corbusier: A Modernist Experiment in Student Housing appeared first on ArchEyes.

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Nico Goebel creates translucent toilet cubicle with a view in Spain

Deezen

German architect Nico Goebel has built The Goodviewloo, an outdoor shower and composting toilet overlooking a tree-covered valley in Cantabria, Spain. Nestled on a secluded slope within a 12,000 square-metre former livestock farm owned by Goebel , the toilet cubicle is situated near a barn that is currently being transformed into a residential building.

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geometric openings pierce elevated treehouse clad in charred cedar planks in hubei

designboom

elevated on stilts, the treehouse preserves the forest environment while creating irregular spatial sequences. The post geometric openings pierce elevated treehouse clad in charred cedar planks in hubei appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Life Cycle House / Steffen Welsch Architects

ArchDaily

Tatjana Plitt architects: Steffen Welsch Architects Location: Coburg, VIC, Melbourne, Australia Project Year: 2023 Photographs: Tatjana Plitt Area: 165.

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Revolutionize Concrete Durability with Kryton’s Integral Waterproofing Solutions

Kryton International leads the way in integral waterproofing solutions for concrete, helping architects, engineers, and developers protect their projects from moisture-related damage. With Kryton's Krystol Internal Membrane (KIM) technology, concrete becomes inherently waterproof, extending the lifespan of structures while minimizing maintenance. This proven technology is trusted worldwide for its ability to self-seal micro-cracks, protect against water ingress, and withstand harsh conditions.

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From Render To Reality - A New Home Office And Laundry Room

Contemporist

Alexander Butler | Design Services has shared renderings and photos of a small renovation project that includes the creation of a home office and laundry room.

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Etienne Bastormagi references baking process for interior of Alica boulangerie

Deezen

Designer Etienne Bastormagi looked to the "natural tones found in baking" when creating the colour palette for the Alica bakery in Dubai , which also features stainless steel in a nod to the tools used in breadmaking. Located in Dubai's Port de la Mer area, the bakery and restaurant sources its ingredients locally and has a farm-to-table philosophy that informed Bastormagi 's design of the 180-square-metre space.

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GAISS rests house’s linear symmetrical volume on timber-clad plinth in latvia

designboom

positioned within a birch tree garden, the design emphasizes natural harmony. The post GAISS rests house’s linear symmetrical volume on timber-clad plinth in latvia appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Educational Park La Carcova / Cátedra Taller a77

ArchDaily

Herald Jeffry Paredes architects: Equipo Parque Educativo La Carcova Location: Buenos Aires, Argentina Photographs: Herald Jeffry Paredes Photographs: Area: 500.

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Overcoming Challenges in Specification Writing for Architecture

This ebook is a helpful guide for architects & specification writers, focusing on the crucial role specifications play in building design. It dives into different types, relevant regulations, & best practices to keep in mind. You’ll find practical tips.

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A’ Design Awards & Competition – Last Call for Entries

Contemporist

A Design Award & Competition showcases award winners from 139 different design disciplines.

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Eight soothing bedroom interiors that blend warm and cool tones

Deezen

This lookbook spotlights eight tranquil bedroom interiors layered with unexpected yet balanced combinations of warm and cool tones. Achieving a visually comfortable room temperature can be a challenge. Using too many warm tones can be overpowering, while going heavy on icy hues can make a space feel sterile and uninviting. Mixing tones from opposite ends of the spectrum is one way to strike the perfect balance, giving rise to home interiors that feel layered, cosy and calm.

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seeing sound, hearing time: ryuichi sakamoto tribute at museum of contemporary art tokyo

designboom

running until march 30th, 2025, the show explores sakamoto's pioneering journey through sound, technology, and visual art. The post seeing sound, hearing time: ryuichi sakamoto tribute at museum of contemporary art tokyo appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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UChicago Medicine Crown Point / Perkins&Will

ArchDaily

Mark Herboth architects: Perkins&Will Location: Crown Point, Indiana, United States Project Year: 2024 Photographs: Mark Herboth Area: 132000.

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The Ultimate Guide To Data-Driven Construction: Optimize Projects, Reduce Risks, & Boost Innovation

Speaker: Donna Laquidara-Carr, PhD, LEED AP, Industry Insights Research Director at Dodge Construction Network

In today’s construction market, owners, construction managers, and contractors must navigate increasing challenges, from cost management to project delays. Fortunately, digital tools now offer valuable insights to help mitigate these risks. However, the sheer volume of tools and the complexity of leveraging their data effectively can be daunting. That’s where data-driven construction comes in.

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13.2.2025 Thursday - candid conversations

Lines on Paper

Today is one of those days when everything happens all at the same time, making me a little tense and anxious (but in a good way). AS wanted to chat so I go and listen to his concerns (which are getting fewer now) one of which is a cat who goes into the main lobby lounge to poo on the sofa. How to block off the vent block wall without resorting to the wire screen - I show him this photo and recommend artistically placing stones into the holes.

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Botelho Wood Architects utilises stone and wood for Saint Lucia resort update

Deezen

Bermuda-based architecture studio Botelho Wood Architects has added an oceanside villa and a series of stilted spa structures to the Sugar Beach Viceroy Resort in Saint Lucia. Botelho Wood Architects renovated select aspects of the Sugar Beach resort on the island, using locally sourced wood and stone to update the structures and add new villas and amenities informed by vernacular architecture.

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architecture as a catalyst for change: designboom LIVE talk with assemble at tAS

designboom

at the 2024 architect show, designboom and assemble's anthony engi meacock reflected on the power of collaboration and multidimensional thinking in design. The post architecture as a catalyst for change: designboom LIVE talk with assemble at tAS appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Underwing Pottery Studio / Ashton Porter Architects

ArchDaily

Andy Stagg architects: Ashton Porter Architects Location: Farmfield, East Sussex, United Kingdom Project Year: 2022 Photographs: Andy Stagg Area: 32.

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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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14.2. 2025 Friday - Pam is back

Lines on Paper

Early start because I want to draw out the problems and their solutions before speaking to Freddie at 8:30. 9:30 - Leong and I head off to Renna to review defects rectification; roofing, lobby light boxes, canopy cabling - it is a good visit. 1130 - I visit Springvale site to see what Kenneth is worried about, not much but moving forward I can see that Sean will be get very busy.

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Official Web-site Do Cassino On The Internet Pin Up Login E Registro

Design Thoughts Architects

Pin Up Online Casino Em Portugal: Saboreie A Experincia De Jogo Ibrica! Content Quais So Os Jogos De Cassino Mais Populares No Flag Up? Jogos Sobre Coliso Retirada Sobre Fundos Sobre O Pin-up Casino Os 9 Melhores Jogos De Cassino Pin-up O Que Voc Pode Apostar No Escritrio De Uma Casa De Apostas Aposta Pin Up Qual Some Sort Of Popularidade Do Flag Up No Brasil?

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blå station introduces P.Y.R. chair by david ericsson as a manifesto for originality

designboom

the design of the bl station chair questions whether an idea, reduced to its essence and easy to replicate, can still be protected or should be free for all. The post bl station introduces P.Y.R. chair by david ericsson as a manifesto for originality appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Bucaramanga Centenario Park/ TABUÚ + Iván Acevedo Arquitectura

ArchDaily

Alejandro Arango architects: Ivn Acevedo Arquitectura architects: TABU Location: Bucaramanga, Santander, Colombia Project Year: 2023 Photograph: Alejandro Arango Area: 10540.

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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