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CPFB Education Center / archipelago

June 5, 2024 Anna Dumitru 0

Originally the post office of Louvain-la-Neuve, the characteristic building housed several teaching courses for the University of Louvain until its final occupation as a ‘school for sound’. Overcompartmentalized and acoustically insulated to meet recording standards, the clarity of the architecture and the simplicity of its materials were lost.

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Blending Nostalgia and Modernity: The Rise of Synthetic Profiles in Furniture Design

June 5, 2024 Eduardo Souza 0

Furniture made from natural materials is widely valued for its beauty and texture, especially when it comes to wood, bamboo, reed, and rattan. However, they often face challenges such as weather damage, pest infestations, and high maintenance requirements like regular cleaning and treatments to prevent fading and structural weakening. Additionally, their lack of uniformity and strength can compromise consistent quality, while harvesting the raw materials can have negative environmental impacts. These issues, combined with inconsistent availability and higher costs, have driven innovations in synthetic materials that aim to replicate the aesthetics of natural products, often using recycled materials to promote sustainability.

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THYTA House / LASSA architects

June 5, 2024 Paula Pintos 0

LASSA’s THYTA House frames views of the Ionian archipelago. THYTA is nestled within a mountainous natural landscape covered with wild scrubs and olive trees overlooking one of the most beautiful panoramas of the Island of Lefkada in Greece.

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The 23rd Serpentine Pavilion Designed by Minsuk Cho Opens to the Public on June 7th, 2024

June 5, 2024 Maria-Cristina Florian 0

The official opening date for the 23rd Serpentine Pavilion has been announced for June th, 2024. The structure designed by Seoul-based Korean architect Minsuk Cho and his firm Mass Studies, will welcome visitors until October 27, 2024, in London’s Kensington Gardens. Titled “Archipelagic Void,” the pavilion is composed of five islands displayed around a central void in reference to the mandang, a type of open courtyard found in traditional Korean houses. The intervention will be activated throughout the summer with a diverse program of events, starting with a conversation between Minsuk Cho and Serpentine Artistic Director Hans Ulrich Obrist on June 7, 2024.

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Educational Architecture for the Community: Exploring the Works of Plan:b Architects in Colombia

June 5, 2024 Agustina Iñiguez 0

Founded by architects Felipe Mesa and Federico Mesa, the Plan:b arquitectos studio is located in the city of Medellín, Colombia, bringing together building design, participation in academic activities, and the construction of concepts capable of connecting architecture with the urgent realities of everyday life. Understanding the architectural project as a provisional pact, permeable configuration, and positive expression of eco-social constraints, they have constructed a large number of buildings of various scales and programs since 2000, ranging from public, educational, and sports spaces to housing, offices, hotels, and installations.

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Last Days To Submit Your Work: The Enscape 4 All – Architectural Real-Time Visualization Award

June 5, 2024 Diego Hernández 0

This is your final call to showcase your talents in the Enscape 4 All Real-Time Rendering Awards! With just two weeks remaining, students and professionals are invited to submit their work for free. Don’t miss this opportunity to gain recognition and celebrate your creative achievements. Submit your entries today and join a global community of innovative minds pushing the boundaries of real-time rendering.

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T+N House / Junsekino Architect and Design

June 5, 2024 Hana Abdel 0

T+N House is located in a buzzing residential area of Bangkok, Thailand. The house has an area of approximately 600 square meters. It is owned by a couple who is an engineer and a pilot. As for the owners’ preference for an industrial aesthetic, the main structure of the house is a steel structure, incorporating elements of machinery and the joining of materials both inside and outside.