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The Threat of Black Mold to Architecture and its Inhabitants

January 30, 2020 Eduardo Souza 0

Unfortunately, we’ve probably all experienced the unfortunate surprise of finding mold at home. These undesirable black and greenish spots, usually seen in dark, damp corners, may seem harmless at first, but they pose a major problem for buildings and occupants. Because the tendency of mold is to continuously spread, it gradually contaminates other materials and surfaces, causing a characteristic smell and contaminating the air. But how is it possible to control it and, mainly, to prevent it from occurring through architectural design?

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Cambará Container House / Saymon Dall Alba Arquiteto + Mégui Dal Bó Arquiteta

January 30, 2020 Daniel Tapia 0

The architectural project is based on the conception of an industrialized modular construction, with two monolithic volumes, each from two 20-foot containers joined in parallel, totaling 34m2 of an area in each set. Starting from the concept of a Tiny House, within the culture that mixes detachment, sustainability, less waste generation and a brake on exacerbated consumerism, the containers follow the idea of mini dwellings, where the guest has all the convenience and technology in a small space.

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Chinese University of Hong Kong / Rocco Design Architects Associates

January 30, 2020 Andreas Luco 0

The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Shenzhen (CUHK SZ) brings the global perspective and academic excellence to the city Shenzhen – China’s rapidly-growing innovation and tech hub. Situated in the natural reserve area of Tong Gu Hill, the campus houses multiple teaching and research facilities, student residences, administrative offices, and recreation facilities that serve 7000 students. Rocco Design Architects Associates developed a masterplan and comprehensive design that not only serves the needs of faculty, students, and staff, but also creates a sustainable, community-oriented learning environment that reflects the dynamic and collaborative spirit of Shenzhen.

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Shutting the School of Architecture at Taliesin is “an assault on Wright’s legacy,” says architect Ben Aranda

January 29, 2020 Eleanor Gibson 0

Architect Ben Aranda has described the closing of Frank Lloyd Wright’s School of Architecture at Taliesin as a “tragedy” and demanded more information. Aranda made the remarks in a lengthy comment on Dezeen’s story that the school will shut in June after failing to come to a financial agreement with the Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation.

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In-filled Void / California Design Lab + S.E.E.D haus

January 29, 2020 Hana Abdel 0

The Cafe Camptong project is designed to transform an old building stood empty for a long time in Apgujeong, Gangnam, a place having the most urban context in Seoul, into a cultural space. This project began with a consideration about how to build a new relationship between the building with stopped time and isolated spaces and the city. A building can easily change its shape from a market space of the past into an office of today. If it fails to harmonize with its surrounding environment, however, it would just be one of many that stand there without any meaning.

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Diamond Schmitt Architects designs Ottawa public library and archive centre with wavy roof

January 29, 2020 Bridget Cogley 0
Ottawa Public Library by Diamond Schmitt Architects

Canadian firm Diamond Schmitt Architects has revealed a new building for Ottawa’s public library system, featuring a curvilinear roof and glass walls that offer expansive views of the city. Diamond Schmitt Architects are working with local studio KWC Architects to design the project comprising a five-storey joint facility for Ottawa Public Library and Library and

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