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Victor Cordon / Fragmentos

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Completed in 2023 in Lisboa, Portugal. Images by Ivo Tavares Studio. Located in downtown Lisbon in the DGPC's Urban Rehabilitation Area and Property Protection Zone, this multi-family housing building has been subject.

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Architect: Whose Title Is It Anyway?

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When is an architect not an ‘architect?’ In the fourth part of Archinect In-Depth: Licensure , we explore the proliferation of the title 'architect' in cases beyond the built environment, most notably in the technology sector through terms such as 'software architect' or 'IT architect.' Are such titles legal? Who has responsibility for monitoring their use or misuse?

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River Hills Residence / Miró Rivera Architects

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© Casey Dunn architects: Miró Rivera Architects Location: Austin, United States Project Year: 2022 Photographs: Casey Dunn Photographs: Bud Franck Photographs: Paul Finkel Area: 7120.

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Here are the 22 winners of this year's RIBA International Awards for Excellence

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The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) has announced the winners of this year's International Awards for Excellence. 22 projects, spread across 14 countries, have been recognized for showcasing architectural excellence through key themes, including: climate resilience and connection to nature, creative reinvention and extension of existing architecture, and space for wellness, mindfulness, and community through design.

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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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The architecture of Euro 2024's stadiums

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The Euro 2024 football tournament kicks off today in Germany. Here are the 10 stadiums that will be hosting games over the next month. Photo courtesy of Herzog & de Meuron (also top) Allianz Arena / Munich Football Arena, Munich, by Herzog and de Meuron The architectural highlight of this year's Euros, the Allianz Arena, which will be renamed Munich Football Arena for the tournament, was designed by Swiss studio Herzog & de Meuron.

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A temporary pavilion by Vanessa González takes center stage at Puerto Rico Day in Sunset Park, Brooklyn

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It was a warm summer afternoon in Sunset Park, Brooklyn, when a crowd amassed on a tall hill that affords cinematic views of the New York skyline. June 9 was The post A temporary pavilion by Vanessa González takes center stage at Puerto Rico Day in Sunset Park, Brooklyn appeared first on The Architect’s Newspaper.

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Pritzker Prize-winning architect Fumihiko Maki dies aged 95

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Japanese architect Fumihiko Maki , who designed buildings including 4 World Trade Center and was one of the founders of metabolism , has died aged 95. A winner of both the Pritzker Architecture Prize and the AIA Gold Medal , Maki passed away on 6 June due to natural causes, his studio Maki and Associates told Dezeen. "Fumihiko Maki lived a life of remarkable achievement and fulfillment, encircled by a wealth of esteemed professionals, academic colleagues, patrons, as well as cherished friends,"

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álvaro siza expands monastery and culture center in porto with modernist concrete courtyard

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the towering geometries encircle a courtyard where visitors can ponder the monastery's exhibitions alongside siza’s sculpture, wayfarer. The post álvaro siza expands monastery and culture center in porto with modernist concrete courtyard appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Frank Lloyd Wright’s Hillside Theater reopens at Taliesin in Wisconsin

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After a lengthy $1.1 million restoration project, Frank Lloyd Wright’s Hillside Theater at Taliesin is back open in Spring Green, Wisconsin. The endeavor was meant to preserve the iconic building The post Frank Lloyd Wright’s Hillside Theater reopens at Taliesin in Wisconsin appeared first on The Architect’s Newspaper.

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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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Kabber Ghor Village Retreat / DWS - Design Works Studio

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Completed in 2023 in Bhaluka, Bangladesh. Images by Abid Mia. Nestled in the heart of a verdant village, Kabber Ghor is a low-rise architectural marvel seamlessly blending with its natural surroundings and tin.

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Scottish government won’t investigate Mackintosh Building fire over high costs

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The Scottish government has rejected calls for a public inquiry into the two blazes that devastated the Mackintosh building at the Glasgow School of Art, which was ravaged by fire in 2014 and again in 2018. As we previously reported , it took the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) 172 days to come up with its answer that the cause of the 2018 fire was “undetermined.

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Vaulted roofs and laterite walls form "unapologetically modern" home in India

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Barrel-vaulted concrete roofs are supported by thick laterite walls at The Stoic Wall Residence in Kerala, India , completed by local studio Lijo Reny Architects. Located in Kadirur, the home is designed by Lijo Reny Architects to be modern yet regional, with a layout and material palette that respond to Kerala's tropical climate. It is organised into a series of distinct areas across a large site surrounded by trees, following the path of the sun and separated by small courtyards.

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enter projects weaves fluid rattan interiors of SOM-designed kempegowda airport

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skidmore, owings & merrill's kempegowda international airport is filled with over nine kilometers of hand-sculpted rattan. The post enter projects weaves fluid rattan interiors of SOM-designed kempegowda airport appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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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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Fumihiko Maki, Pritzker Prize–winning Metabolist, dies at 95

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Japanese architect Fumihiko Maki died last week on June 6. His Tokyo-based office, Maki and Associates, confirmed the news and said his passing was from old age. Among many accolades, The post Fumihiko Maki, Pritzker Prize–winning Metabolist, dies at 95 appeared first on The Architect’s Newspaper.

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Shirokanedai House Renovation / ROOVICE

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Completed in 2023 in Minato City, Japan. Images by Akira Nakamura. The Shirokanedai House project is a meticulous renovation of a 50-year-old two-storey wooden residence situated in the vibrant Minato ward of Tokyo.

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Norman Foster Foundation and Holcim unveil Essential Homes prototype designs for Latin America

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The Norman Foster Foundation has unveiled details of its new Essential Homes prototype design with Holcim that will deliver low-cost options for emergency shelter in Latin America using low-carbon concrete and cement products in demonstration of the principles of a circular economy. Image: courtesy Norman Foster Foundation The prototypes, which are currently being displayed as part of the Royal Academy Summer Exhibition in London, expand on a presentation made during last year's Venice Biennale

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Atelier Janda Vanderghote creates "serene" garden studio in Ghent

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Local studio Atelier Janda Vanderghote has used simple materials to create the T(uin)Huis Atelier garden studio in Ghent , Belgium. Although originally intended to be a woodworking studio, the building was designed to be flexible, currently acting as a temporary home for the owners while building work is carried out on their house. The studio sits at the end of a garden and borders a plant-filled park that helped inform its design.

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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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shipping containers shape see-through prefabricated residence in thai forest

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the use of solid fiber cement and translucent polyester resin roofs makes the shelter appear transparent. The post shipping containers shape see-through prefabricated residence in thai forest appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Sound is a power untapped by architects

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In school, the architect’s study of acoustics is categorized as building science, squeezed between calculations of light and thermal performance. We learn that sound is physical energy, measured by calculating The post Sound is a power untapped by architects appeared first on The Architect’s Newspaper.

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The Second Studio Podcast: Deborah Riley, Production Designer of Game of Thrones & 3 Body Problem

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© The Second Studio Podcast The Second Studio (formerly The Midnight Charette) is an explicit podcast about design, architecture, and the everyday. Hosted by Architects David Lee and Marina Bourderonnet, it features different creative professionals in unscripted conversations that allow for thoughtful takes and personal discussions. A variety of subjects are covered with honesty and humor: some episodes are interviews, while others are tips for fellow designers, reviews of buildings and other pr

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Beyer Blinder Belle-designed new National Urban League headquarters rises in Harlem

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Beyer Blinder Belle ’s design for the National Urban League’s new headquarters, which also houses New York City ’s first civil rights museum, has risen in Harlem. The National Urban League is a historical civil rights organization dedicated to the economic empowerment of and the elevation of living standards in historically underserved urban communities.

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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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NoDe exhibition presents 28 emerging designers from the Nordics

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Swirling metal lamps, stools made from old kitchen cabinets and a fur-covered desk were among objects on show at House of Nordic Design's exhibition during 3 Days of Design in Copenhagen. Titled NoDe, short for Nordic Design, the exhibition featured furniture, homeware and sculpture created by 28 up-and-coming designers and makers from Denmark, Sweden, Norway and Finland.

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TLS’ bamboo maze installation wrapped in mesh emits a luminous mist in chengdu

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the lantern is a concentric installation with a glowing, elemental void at its core. The post TLS’ bamboo maze installation wrapped in mesh emits a luminous mist in chengdu appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Quinn Evans restores Detroit’s Michigan Central Station to its original glory

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Michigan Central Station is back in business. The long abandoned Detroit landmark was restored by Quinn Evans Architects after Ford Motor Company purchased the building six years ago. Its buyer will The post Quinn Evans restores Detroit’s Michigan Central Station to its original glory appeared first on The Architect’s Newspaper.

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Pritzker Prize Laureate Fumihiko Maki Passes Away at 95

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via Flickr user jeanbaptisteparis licensed under CC BY-SA 2.0 | Fumihiko Maki at MIT Media Lab, 2010. Esteemed Japanese architect and Pritzker Prize laureate Fumihiko Maki passed away at his Tokyo home last Thursday at the age of 95. Celebrated for his modernist approach, Maki was responsible for significant works, including the 4 World Trade Center, a skyscraper at the site of the former World Trade Center in New York.

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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!