• Toque Toque House, Atlantic Forest of So Sebastio - e-architect
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    Toque Toque House, Atlantic Forest of So Sebastio, So Paulo, Brazil, on a sloped site flexible summer residence with a laminated timber structure and thermoacoustic roofhttps://www.e-architect.com/saopaulo/toque-toque-house-sao-sebastiao#luxuryhouse #saopaulo #brazil #flexiblehouse #summerresidence #architectureToque Toque House, Atlantic Forest of So Sebastio, So Paulo, Brazil: flexible summer residence - laminated timber structure on sloped site
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  • Los Mangos Community Center, Tuxtepec building - e-architect
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    Los Mangos Community Center, Tuxtepec, Oaxaca, Mexico, building design by Entorno y Contexto: Mexican neighborhood facility to improve the quality of life in a poor urban areahttps://www.e-architect.com/mexico/los-mangos-community-center-tuxtepec#communitycenter #mexico #architecture #mexicanarchitecture #urbanareaLos Mangos Community Center, Tuxtepec, Oaxaca, Mexico, building design by Entorno y Contexto forms a neighborhood center in a poor urban area
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  • Developing: Price Tower Owner Files Lawsuit Against Frank Lloyd Wright Conservancy
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    Green Copper Holdings, the owner of Price Tower in Bartlesville, OK, has filed a lawsuit against the Frank Lloyd Wright Building Conservancy, challenging the easement that protects the historic building and its collection. The Conservancy strongly rejects the claims and plans to enforce the preservation easement. Read more about this developing legal dispute and the Conservancys commitment to safeguarding Wrights architectural legacy. #FrankLloydWright #HistoricPreservation #PriceTowerThe owners of Frank Lloyd Wrights tower in Bartlesville, Okla., set for auction, says preservation easement is null and void. Organization tasked with protecting the building says not so fast.
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  • Limbo Museum Launches in Accra, Ghana, Embracing 'Ruins as Practice' Philosophy
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    Limbo Museum is set to open its doors in Accra, Ghana from Nov. 8-10. The three-day event celebrates ruins as practice, with panels, guided tours, and discussions featuring global architecture and art leaders. Learn more about the future of sustainable, community-led design. #LimboMuseum #AccraArt https://bit.ly/3NYrMeSFrom Nov. 8-10, Limbo Museum will hold a three-day public opening and summit featuring international leaders in architecture and the arts.
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  • BLT Built Design Awards winners impress across architecture and design disciplines
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    The BLT Built Design Awards has announced its 2024 winners. A selection of stand-out projects across the competitions architectural design, interior design, construction product design, and landscape architecture categories were selected from over 800 entries from 57 countries. Projects were assessed by a jury of 31 architecture and design professionals, media experts, entrepreneurs, and academics. Both renowned figures in the field and emerging talents have been recognized.Look below to see this years winning projects:Architectural Design of the Year: ATMOSPHERE by Krallerhof in Leogang, Austria, by Hadi Teherani Architects
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  • World Architecture Festival names Landscape, Future Project, WAFX, and more winners to wrap up the 2024 edition
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    The third and final days winners were announced earlier at the World Architecture Festivalin Singapore to end the 17th official edition of the program, which celebrates the best new architecture and interior designs across the globe annually.Superlative designs in the Future Project and Landscape categories were included in the announcement, along with the WAFX winner, several Special Prizes, and, of course, the two winners of the World Building of the Year andWorld Interior of the Yearas part of the three-day festivals end.Each project was judged live, along with presentations from their respective architects. This year saw a total of 42 projects selected as category winners on Day One and Day Two. The 18th edition of the World Architecture Festival will take place next year in Miami, Florida, from November 12-14.
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  • Structures Sculpted by Snow: Natures Seasonal Dance With Architecture
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    Ema is a trained architect, writer and photographer whoworks as a Junior Architectat REX in NYC. Inspired by her global experiences, she shares captivating insights into the worlds most extraordinary cities and buildings and provides travel tips on her blog,The Travel Album.Architecture, by its nature, is in constant conversation with the environment. While buildings are often designed with longevity and permanence in mind, they interact with changing seasons in profound ways. Winter, with its snow, ice and frozen landscapes, temporarily alters not only the physical appearance of structures but also how we experience them. Snow-covered faades and ice-dappled surfaces add new dimensions to architecture, highlighting elements that may otherwise go unnoticed and creating ephemeral beauty that transforms landmarks.With the winter season quickly approaching, I want to explore and highlight how seasonal elements like snow and ice reshape the perception and experience of iconic architectural works, from urban landmarks to remote structures. Perhaps the next time youre walking through snow and ice, you might find yourself noticing something new about the architecture around you details that might have gone unnoticed in any other season.Snow as a Visual Cloak: Shifting Perception of FormsYabuli Entrepreneurs Congress Centerby MAD Architects, Shangzhi, Harbin, China Weve all had those winter moments when, looking into the distance, we catch only the faint outline of a building, softened by a blanket of snow. Snow transforms the appearance of architectural structures, softening edges, blurring lines and muting colors. Faades that appear sharp and rigid throughout the year take on new qualities as snow settles into grooves, ledges and roofs. This shift creates an ephemeral beauty that emphasizes forms and textures that might otherwise go unnoticed. In architectural terms, snow functions as an overlay a temporary material that interacts with existing forms, revealing how buildings respond to their environment. Architectural lines become more fluid and patterns of accumulation highlight surfaces in new ways. This visual shift draws attention to subtleties like eaves, ledges and cornices, which might seem less significant during other seasons.Additionally, winters muted color palette dominated by whites, grays and soft blues heightens our awareness of form and structure. Buildings set against a snowy backdrop appear isolated and sculptural, allowing their forms to stand in stark relief. The minimalism of a snow-covered landscape amplifies architectures presence, making even the most familiar buildings feel new and distinct.Reflections in Frozen Landscapes and the Role of LightNorwegian National Opera and Balletby Snhetta, Oslo, NorwayWinter introduces unique lighting conditions that change how we perceive architectural landmarks. The low angle of the sun in winter casts long shadows and creates dramatic contrasts, enhancing textures and surfaces. Snow and ice further amplify this effect by reflecting natural light, creating a glow that brightens even the darkest days. Snow also introduces a reflective element to the landscape, mirroring architectural forms on frozen surfaces like lakes, ponds and plazas. These reflections create a sense of symmetry and depth, enhancing the spatial experience of buildings. The interplay between light, shadow and reflection transforms architecture into something more dynamic, shifting throughout the day and season.One of my favorite examples of an iconic landmark that both captivates and shifts perception (in all seasons, especially the winter season) is the Norwegian National Opera and Ballet. The building itself evokes the image of an iceberg, with its base seamlessly blending into the adjacent water. When the water freezes, it appears as if the structure extends directly into the ice. The opera houses white faade, when covered in snow, softens its sharp geometric edges, creating a striking contrast that makes the expansive blue glass surfaces stand out even more vividly against the surrounding whiteness. Interior spaces also benefit from these seasonal lighting effects. Large windows or glass faades allow diffused winter light to enter, creating soft, ambient lighting that enhances the atmosphere within. This interaction between light and architecture adds warmth to spaces, inviting people to linger indoors and engage with their surroundings.Architectural Challenges: Snow Loads and Structural StressX HOUSEby Monk Mackenzie, Queenstown, New ZealandWhile snow and ice introduce aesthetic transformations, they also impose significant structural challenges. Architects and engineers must carefully consider snow loads and the impact of freezing temperatures on materials during the design process. Heavy snowfall can accumulate on roofs, creating stress that requires specific engineering solutions to ensure safety and stability.Buildings in regions prone to harsh winters are designed to shed snow efficiently through sloped roofs, drainage systems and heat-tracing cables. Flat roofs, common in urban environments, must be reinforced to handle the added weight of snow. Snow loads can also affect faades, requiring durable materials that withstand the freeze-thaw cycle to prevent cracking or deterioration. This aspect of architectural design highlights the importance of adaptability. Successful winter architecture balances aesthetics with function, ensuring that buildings remain both visually appealing and structurally sound during seasonal changes.Sensory Experience: How Winter Changes the Way We Engage With SpaceFleinvr Refugium Gildeskl Municipalityby Rintala Eggertsson Architects, Nordland, NorwayWinter doesnt just transform architecture visually; it also alters how we experience and interact with spaces. Snow muffles sound, creating a sense of quiet and calm that changes the ambiance of public spaces and plazas. The absence of bustling noise can make even the busiest urban areas feel more serene, allowing people to experience architecture in a more reflective and intimate way. The tactile qualities of winter like the crunch of snow underfoot or the cold touch of metal surfaces also influence how we move through spaces. People tend to slow down, tread carefully and seek out warm, sheltered areas. This shift in movement encourages a different kind of engagement with architecture, as we become more aware of our surroundings and how we interact with them.Winter architecture often carries a deeper emotional significance, providing spaces of refuge and warmth during cold and dark months. Well-designed winter architecture fosters a sense of coziness and connection, encouraging people to gather indoors and engage with their environments more intentionally. The sense of warmth plays a crucial role in this experience. Fireplaces, radiant heating and warm materials such as wood and textiles become central features of winter spaces, transforming interiors into sanctuaries from the cold. This interplay between indoor and outdoor environments enhances the sensory experience of architecture, encouraging people to explore how design responds to seasonal needs. Winter architecture becomes a tool for creating spaces that nurture the soul, offering both physical warmth and psychological comfort.The Ephemeral Beauty of Temporary StructuresSkli by Utopia ArkitekterIn the winter, architecture takes on an ephemeral quality, embracing the fleeting nature of the season. Temporary structures like ice hotels, snow pavilions and seasonal markets highlight the impermanence of winter architecture. These spaces are designed to exist only for a short period, relying on snow and ice as primary materials, which naturally dissolve with the changing seasons. These temporary structures challenge conventional ideas of architecture as a permanent fixture. They invite us to experience space in new ways, emphasizing the relationship between design, nature and time. The very act of constructing and dismantling these spaces mirrors the rhythm of the seasons, offering a unique perspective on how architecture can respond to environmental cycles.The Seasonal Dance Between Snow and StructureWinter transforms architecture in ways that go beyond aesthetics, reshaping how we perceive, experience and engage with the built environment. Snow and ice alter the visual character of structures, creating new opportunities for reflection and discovery. Seasonal lighting and sensory changes influence how we move through and interact with spaces, inviting us to explore architecture in a more deliberate and thoughtful way. While winter introduces challenges such as snow loads and material stress, it also inspires innovation and adaptability in architectural design. Temporary structures made of snow and ice celebrate the impermanence of the season, reminding us that architecture, like nature, is in constant flux.Ultimately, the interaction between snow and structure offers a profound lesson: architecture is not static but dynamic, shaped by the rhythms of the environment. As we experience the fleeting beauty of winter, we are reminded of the importance of creating spaces that respond to seasonal change places that not only shelter us but also inspire us throughout the year.Architizer's 13th A+Awards features a suite of sustainability-focused categories that recognizing designers that are building a green industry and a better future. Start your entry to receive global recognition for your work!The post Structures Sculpted by Snow: Natures Seasonal Dance With Architecture appeared first on Journal.
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  • Featured Job Listing: The Galante Architecture Studio, Inc
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    Featured Job Listing: The Galante Architecture Studio, Inc. is hiring for a Project Manager in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Check out the full listing athttps://jobs.archpaper.com/job/project-manager-86/
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  • Joyspace is a new book by Adam Rolston
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    Joyspace is a new book by Adam Rolston. The text in part a response to Rem Koolhaass 2002 essay Junkspace, surveys modernisms discontents, contemporary media addictions, and the dissolution of the binary fields of architecture and interior design. https://ow.ly/ZEPZ50U3sxE
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  • Chemists just broke a 100-year-old rule and say it's time to rewrite the textbooks
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    Chemists just broke a 100-year-old rule and say it's time to rewrite the textbooksLearn Morehttps://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2024/10/241031151834.htmImage: Lookiepixie/Shutterstock.com
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