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The Impact of AI Tools on Architecture in 2024 (and Beyond)

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Continuum, installation by artist Krista Kim. Image © Krista Kim In 2022, a wider audience gained access to unexpectedly powerful AI tools, including Stable Diffusion, Midjourney, and DALL-E 2 for text-to-image generation, as well as the human-like chatbot OpenGPT. One year later, pundits, organizations, and governments have stated these technologies will pose profound risks to society and humanity—from automation-spurred job loss to disrupting democratic processes to the automatization of weapo

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Toyo Ito donates early-career archive to the Canadian Centre for Architecture

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The Canadian Centre for Architecture (CCA) has just announced its acquisition of architect Toyo Ito ’s early-career archive. The trove entails drawings, models, and sketches related to his practice Toyo Ito & Associates, Architects (founded as Urban Robot) from 1971 until 1989. The CCA says the donation will help researchers establish a better through line from the 2013 Pritzker Prize winner's early-career work in dialogue with its other archival holdings.

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Heatherwick Studio complete new Azabudai Hills district in the heart of Tokyo

Avontuura

Azabudai Hills is an expression of the new: its deconstruction of the podium, its environmental mission, flowing forms and new plants. The post Heatherwick Studio complete new Azabudai Hills district in the heart of Tokyo appeared first on Åvontuura.

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Concept to Completion: A Tale of Tenacity in Small Community Architecture

SW Oregon Architect

Rendering of the Flora M. Laird Memorial Library Expansion & Renovation Building projects do not happen overnight. Indeed, many only unfold over a protracted period, shaping and reshaping themselves as functional needs evolve and the vicissitudes of the construction marketplace dictate. I’ve been involved in several such projects, one of which—the expansion and renovation of the Flora M.

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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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Seon Heul Sup House / SOHUN Architects & Planners

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© Yoon Joonhwan architects: SOHUN Architects & Planners Location: 2112-5 Seonheul-ri, Jocheon-eup, Cheju, Jeju-do, South Korea Project Year: 2021 Photographs: Yoon Joonhwan Area: 80.

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Snøhetta perches "floating treehouse" on Norwegian hillside

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Architecture studio Snøhetta and engineer Tor Helge Dokka have created House Dokka, a mass-timber home that perches on a hillside in Kongsberg, Norway. House Dokka comprises a stack of two timber-clad volumes, supported by large wooden stilts drilled into the rocky, tree-lined landscape. According to Snøhetta and Dokka, who was also the client for the project, it is intended to resemble a "floating treehouse".

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Huizhen High School in China wins World Building Of The Year Award For 2023

World Architecture Community

Huizhen High School designed by Approach Design Studio/Zhejiang University of Technology Engineering Design Group in China has been named as the World Building of the Year at the ”' World Architecture Festival (WAF).On December a, the ultimate accolades of World Buildin.

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Designing Meeting Rooms for the Contemporary Office: Partitions, Seating, Tables and Lighting

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Folding system by Klein in Boa Mistura’s Headquarters / ESTUYO Studio. Image © Javier de Paz García “Two brains are better than one,” goes the old saying. And with good reason. As the social beings that we are, humans thrive through interpersonal interactions and the dynamic exchange of ideas. It is these collective thoughts that tend to flourish, evolve and reach their full potential, fueled by a diversity of perspectives and experiences.

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425 Park Avenue developers honored with The Skyscraper Museum's 2023 Making New York History Award

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The Skyscraper Museum’s 2023 Making New York History Award was recently presented to David Levinson, CEO and Chairman of L&L Holding Company, in recognition of their effort to realize the Foster + Partners -designed 425 Park Avenue , the first new full-block office development in Midtown’s Park District in 50 years.

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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

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"Pods have quietly become a standard part of our open-plan interior landscape"

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Pods are more popular than ever but offer far more than merely a place to take a call in a busy office , writes Freyja Sewell. Like mushrooms after a damp night in Autumn, it seems pods are popping up everywhere lately. From fuzzy booths for private phone calls to high-tech, egg-shaped meditation chambers and sound-insulated cylinders in co-working spaces , it seems to me that pods have quietly become a standard part of our open-plan interior landscape.

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Landscape Of The Year 2023 Award goes to Benjakitti Forest Park at WAF 2023

World Architecture Community

Landscape of the Year went to the project, titled Benjakitti Forest Park: Transforming a Brownfield into an Urban Ecological Sanctuary, designed by TURENSCAPE and Arsomsilp Community and Environmental Architect in Thailand.World Architecture Festival took place at Marina Bay Sand.

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Pavilion E4. Efficient Outdoor Educational Space / Juan Gavilanes Veláz de Medrano + Ferran Ventura Blanch

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© Juan Gavilanes Veláz de Medrano + Ferran Ventura Blanch architects: Ferran Ventura Blanch architects: Juan Gavilanes Veláz de Medrano Location: Malaga, Spain Project Year: 2023 Photographs: Juan Gavilanes Veláz de Medrano + Ferran Ventura Blanch Area: 1292 ft2 Read more »

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Peach Fuzz is the 2024 Pantone Color of the Year

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Pantone has selected "Peach Fuzz" as its official Color of the Year for 2024. Twelve months after announcing " Viva Magenta " as its selection for 2023, the New Jersey-based company continued with the springtime palette with a light and bright color they claim will have an impact on an increasingly turbulent and divisive world. "In seeking a hue that echoes our innate yearning for closeness and connection, we chose a color radiant with warmth and modern elegance," the Pantone Color Institute&rsq

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7 Ways Real-Time Visualization Can Solve Architectural Challenges

In the dynamic world of architecture, design, and construction, creative problem-solving is crucial for success. Traditional methods often fall short in effectively conveying design intent to clients. Real-time visualization empowers you with a solid decision-making tool that smooths the design process. Discover the power of real-time visualization: Effective Communication Convey your vision clearly and align with clients.

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"Extraordinary ordinary house" in London named UK's best new home

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The polycarbonate-lined Green House that architecture studio Hayhurst & Co slotted into a tight site in London has been named the RIBA 's House of the Year for 2023. Replacing an existing home in an alleyway in Tottenham, the plant and light-filled residence is modelled on a riad – a type of traditional Moroccan house built around a central courtyard.

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latticed-steel zhuhai jinwan civic art centre by zaha hadid architects opens in china

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the interconnected spaces create a vibrant plaza while maximizing natural light for intuitive navigation. The post latticed-steel zhuhai jinwan civic art centre by zaha hadid architects opens in china appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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8323. layers of space / sukchulmok Bakery and Café

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© Hong Seokgyu architects: sukchulmok Location: 6 Cheongpa-ro 73ga-gil, Yongsan-gu, Seoul, South Korea Project Year: 2023 Photographs: Hong Seokgyu Area: 239.

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Are you an architecture student prepping for finals? Archinect Tips will help get you through!

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Final reviews for this semester are right around the corner. Are you a first-year undergraduate student embarking on your first presentation as an architecture student? Or are you a seasoned graduate student balancing school work , internships , and everything else in between ? Regardless of where you are in your academic journey, don't let the stressors of finals overtake you.

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Concrete Waterproofing: The Next Step to a More Resilient Design

Don’t let water wash away all your hard work. When specifying concrete waterproofing, you need a solution that’s reliable and permanent. Without it, your concrete waterproofing is at risk of failing and letting water erode and corrode the concrete that it was supposed to protect. Reduce the risk of waterproofing failure by reading through our latest free specification e-book, which will take you through the four key components to better concrete waterproofing specification.

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Foster + Partners references "Florida's vernacular architecture" for The Alton in Miami

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British studio Foster + Partners has revealed its design for The Alton, a mixed-use development with a concrete structure that will draw on the surrounding architecture of Miami Beach , Florida. Set to be built at an intersection with the famed shopping street Lincoln Road, the building will integrate fluted colonnades and landscaped balconies extending the length of the six-storey structure.

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first look at CHYBIK + KRISTOF’s winning design for a cascading red tower in tirana

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wrapped in red concrete, the 83-meter-high tower would serve as a mixed-used landmark in the growing capital. The post first look at CHYBIK + KRISTOF’s winning design for a cascading red tower in tirana appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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How Does a Trombe Wall Work?

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Cabin Modules / IR arquitectura. Image © Bujnovsky Tamas Solar heating has existed in architecture since ancient times, when people used adobe and stone walls to trap heat during the day and slowly release it at night. In its modern form , however, solar heating first developed in the 1920s, when European architects began experimenting with passive solar methods in mass housing.

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Residential business conditions weaken while remodeling remains popular, says AIA Home Design Trends Survey

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The American Institute of Architects has published its latest quarterly report on residential design in the United States. The AIA Home Design Trends Survey for Q4 2023 focused on the theme ‘neighborhood and community design,’ and revealed a desire among clients for simpler detailing on home exteriors and more windows. Home exterior trends from the latest AIA survey.

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Sustainable Architecture: Design Green with the Client in Mind

Speaker: Pedro Clarke – Principal Architect at A+ Architecture, In Loco Program Director

Sustainability begins with a conversation, and acquiring customer buy-in is entirely dependent on how the conversation is framed. Clients may not see sustainability as a priority out of fear of operational costs and quality. While these are legitimate concerns, it is our responsibility as architects to listen and foster a collaborative culture that answers client issues while also reducing our carbon footprint.

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Shigeru Ban designs Infinite Maldives resort around landscaped gardens

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Japanese architect Shigeru Ban has designed Infinite Maldives, a "resort residence" in the Maldives that will feature gardens and rows of houses on the water made from timber and locally sourced materials. The five-hectare resort will be located within the Malé Atoll and designed to "embrace the Maldivian vernacular," Shigeru Ban Architects said. It will comprise 44 villas set on a beach and over the water, connected by a long wooden boardwalk.

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bjarke ingels group reveals a look inside ‘park rise’ homes for athens’ coastal masterplan

designboom

'park rise' will stand as BIG's contribution to the ellinikon masterplan, a future-minded development for the ancient city of athens. The post bjarke ingels group reveals a look inside ‘park rise’ homes for athens’ coastal masterplan appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Mother's Small House / Thien Hung Design and Construction

ArchDaily

Courtesy of Thien Hung Design and Construction architects: Thien Hung Design and Construction Location: Đà Lạt, Lâm Đồng, Vietnam Project Year: 2023 Photographs: Courtesy of Thien Hung Design and Construction Area: 180.

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Looking for architecture and design jobs? FXCollaborative, Studio AR&D, XTEN, Formation Association, and Bowerbird are currently hiring

Archinect

Look below for Archinect's latest curated selection of architecture and design firms currently hiring on Archinect Jobs. This week's featured employer highlight includes openings in New York City/Brooklyn and Los Angeles. For even more opportunities, head over to the Archinect job board and explore our active community of job seekers , firms , and schools.

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Report: Optimism for Construction Growth in the Next Year Remains High

Research reveals 96% of respondents are very or fairly optimistic about their organization’s growth prospects for the next year. The InEight Global Capital Projects Outlook also finds over half see digital technology as the greatest growth opportunity. But these are only some of the findings. Don't be kept in the dark when it comes to the future. Read the report today!