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Alternative Free Software for Architecture and Design

April 20, 2020 OBARQ 0

During the academic formation process, beginner architects are educated and trained to develop projects on the most “traditional” software. Several reasons might explain that: the partnerships that these companies usually make with the university labs, the lack of time to learn a new program, or the culture to use the most popular software.

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VDF collaborates with MAAT in Lisbon to launch virtual experience of SO-IL installation and exhibition

April 20, 2020 Marcus Fairs 0

Today Virtual Design Festival teams up with Lisbon’s MAAT museum to present its collaboration with architect SO-IL. First, Florian Idenburg and Jing Liu of SO-IL explain their Beeline installation in this exclusive video. Later today we will feature two more videos exploring the work of SO-IL and giving a sneak peek of the “Currents –

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Summer Pavilion in Prague / Papundekl Architects

April 20, 2020 Andreas Luco 0

March 2020 (Prague, Czech Republic) – The new pavilion designed by PAPUNDEKL architects invites visitors to the Prague Exhibition Grounds, an area that has recently reopened its gates to the public. The modular pavilion features an adjustable facade made of translucent fiberglass panels that can be modified according to different uses or changes in weather and light conditions. The pavilion lies within the Prague Exhibition Grounds, an area opened in 1891 which features cultural, sports and exhibition venues, designed in various architectural styles, including Art Nouveau and Functionalism.

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Lavandaria Morinha laundrette in Portugal takes subtle cues from old washhouses

April 20, 2020 Natasha Levy 0
Lavandaria Morinha laundrette designed by Stu.dere

Design studio Stu.dere looked into traditional washing methods to create the interior of this laundrette in northern Portugal, which features marble and green-tile surfaces. Located in the municipality of Amarante, Lavandaria Morinha is a laundrette that includes a service area for garment alterations, repairs, dry cleaning and ironing. Although the space has a contemporary, pared-back

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Public Bathrooms for Children: Design Tips and Inspiration

April 20, 2020 Audrey Migliani 0

We often use the term accessibility when designing spaces for the elderly or for people with special needs. However, to guarantee effective universal design for children, it is necessary to understand and cater to their specific needs as well, especially through ergonomics, safety, lighting, colors, and some particular accessories. In this article, we will cover the most important parameters to consider when choosing dimensions and materials in public bathrooms for young children.

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Virtual Design Festival week two includes SO-IL, Ron Arad and Beatie Wolfe

April 20, 2020 Benedict Hobson 0
Ron Arad presents digital version of DFWTM in week two of VDF

Week two of Virtual Design Festival features an architecture photography festival, a celebration of Earth Day, interviews with SO-IL and Ron Arad and a live music performance by Beatie Wolfe. Here’s what’s coming up this week. Further details will be added as we confirm them. Click here for the full schedule of everything taking place

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Turning Cube / Architectural Designer Cluster

April 20, 2020 Pilar Caballero 0

From outside to inside, inside to outside – Required space programs are planned for each cube. And these cubes create the entirety of the space and architectural form. Once a cell is filled by either programs or building masses, other cell will be emptied. The design approach is this repetitive process of filling and emptying the cells. Main courtyard space penetrates the building vertically and horizontally. The space is harmonized with surrounding cubes, which has its own personality and unique function, and makes a relationship between inside and outside.