Genesis International School Turkayamjal / Studio Sacred GeometrySave this picture! Vivek EadaraElementary & Middle SchoolTurkayamjal, IndiaArchitects: Studio Sacred GeometryAreaArea of this architecture projectArea:35000 ftYearCompletion year of this architecture project Year: 2024 PhotographsPhotographs:Vivek EadaraManufacturersBrands with products used in this architecture project Manufacturers: Hanuman Enterprises, Saint Gobain IndiaMore SpecsLess SpecsSave this picture!Context With the rapid development of urbanization, the main urban area of Hyderabad is constantly expanding eastwards, leading to the expansion of Genesis International School in a new setting. The architectural design of the school is a compelling example of how thoughtful spatial planning and materiality can transform educational spaces into nurturing environments that foster creativity, community, and sustainability.Save this picture!Concept Simple U shape plan meeting the function requirement, creating rich green courtyard space as much as possible to let in the sunshine and the wind, for the kids to enjoy the spatial experience at several scales. The design seamlessly integrates functional spaces with nature and local architectural traditions, creating a setting that feels both dynamic and welcoming.Save this picture!Design of Spaces The facade of the building stands as a striking visual anchor, blending traditional brick craftsmanship with modern sensibilities. The intricate brick patterns and geometric motifs celebrate local vernacular techniques while showcasing contemporary design thinking. The deep recesses and large glass panels introduce a rhythm of solidity and transparency, symbolizing the balance between tradition and innovation. This facade functions as more than just a protective shell; it becomes an expressive statement of identity for the school.Save this picture!The stairwell exemplifies the artful use of perforated brickwork, allowing sunlight to filter through in a dappled pattern. This design element not only enhances the aesthetic appeal of the space but also ensures optimal ventilation and thermal comfort. The geometric perforations create a sense of movement and playfulness, reminding us that even utilitarian spaces can become moments of beauty.Save this picture!Save this picture!Corridors Where the interplay between indoor and outdoor elements takes center stage. It reduces the amount of direct sunlight entering rooms by acting as a buffer zone. By intercepting sunlight, they limit heat gain and glare, keeping classrooms cooler, enhancing natural ventilation, and providing a cooling effect throughout the building.Save this picture!Save this picture!The brick-clad walls, punctuated by classroom entrances, feature vibrant student artwork, establishing the corridor as a lively and functional spine of the school. Adjacent to this, dense tropical foliage provides a natural buffer, creating a calming atmosphere while improving air quality. This design fosters a sense of connection with nature, creating an enriching environment for learning and exploration.Save this picture!This school is a benchmark for contemporary educational architecture. The use of locally sourced materials like brick not only grounds the design in its context but also ensures durability and sustainability. Open spaces, integrated greenery, and creative use of light and ventilation reflect the principles of biophilic design, fostering a holistic learning environment. More than just a building, this school is a microcosm of forward-thinking architecture.Save this picture!Project gallerySee allShow lessProject locationAddress:Turkayamjal, IndiaLocation to be used only as a reference. It could indicate city/country but not exact address.About this officeStudio Sacred GeometryOfficeMaterialBrickMaterials and TagsPublished on January 21, 2025Cite: "Genesis International School Turkayamjal / Studio Sacred Geometry" 21 Jan 2025. ArchDaily. Accessed . <https://www.archdaily.com/1025964/genesis-international-school-turkayamjal-studio-sacred-geometry&gt ISSN 0719-8884Save!ArchDaily?You've started following your first account!Did you know?You'll now receive updates based on what you follow! Personalize your stream and start following your favorite authors, offices and users.Go to my stream

Nature, Published online: 20 January 2025; doi:10.1038/d41586-025-00173-5Weight-loss medicines such as Ozempic might raise a persons likelihood of developing conditions including arthritis.

Cool water effects dont have to be heavy, as proven by VFX Generalist Mattia Merenda, who set up an impressive rain FX in Houdini, drenching Spider-Man in the process.According to him, it is procedural (not physics-based), fast, and cheap, running almost in real time without FLIP simulations. The effect was created using a POPs sim to source and move the points on a fixed vel field.If youre curious about the workflow, Merenda should soon provide a tutorial for the setup. Meanwhile, visit his X/Twitter to find more interesting projects.We also have other rain simulations you might be interested in: realistic setups in Houdini or Houdini and UE5, real-time in Blender, and stylized with Geometry Nodes.Join our 80 Level Talent platformand ournew Discord server, follow us onInstagram,Twitter,LinkedIn,Telegram,TikTok, andThreads,where we share breakdowns, the latest news, awesome artworks, and more.Source link The post Artist Mixes Spider-Man with Awesome Rain FX Created in Houdini appeared first on CG SHARES.

It wouldn't be a Donkey Kong game without having a level where you are racing along a perilous track in a minecart. That is exactly what happens in the sixth level of Donkey Kong Country Returns HD. Except for the part at the beginning, you spend most of this level in a minecart trying to avoid crashing into enemies or falling off the tracks. There are plenty of collectibles to find in Crazy Cart, but they can be pretty easy to miss since they often require split second jumps.

Marvel Snap is back online in the US after it shut down alongside TikTok, Second Dinner has announced. The game's developer also said on X that it's partnering with a new publisher and working to bring more services in-house to "make sure this never happens again." This weekend, Marvel Snap went offline along with the other apps developed by or affiliated with ByteDance, including video editing tool CapCut, social media app Lemon8 and, of course, TikTok. The collectible card game was published by Nuverse, which is a subsidiary of ByteDance, for Android, iOS and Windows.We still couldn't find the app for download when we looked it up, but Second Dinner said in a response on X that it's still working on restoring the game on Google Play and the App Store. "It may take some time," the developer added. It also said that it's still working on resolving the in-app purchasing errors that fans who already have the game installed are getting. For now, players can purchase credits, boosters, passes and packages from the Marvel Snap web shop as Second Dinner works on fixing the issue.TikTok was the first ByteDance app that went back online. It was down for less than a full day in the US before announcing that it was restoring its service in the country "in agreement with [its] service providers." CapCut and Lemon8 are still not available as of this writing. Shortly after taking office, President Donald Trump signed an executive order putting a 75-day pause on the law that banned TikTok in the country. Trump, who also sought to ban TikTok in the US during his term, said that the enforcement's timing "interferes with [his] ability to assess the national security and foreign policy implications of the Act's prohibitions before they take effect."MARVEL SNAP is back online in the U.S. But to make sure this NEVER happens again, were working to bring more services in-house and partner with a new publisher. This is the start of a new era for MARVEL SNAP.We know this probably leaves you with even more questions than Second Dinner (@seconddinner) January 21, 2025 This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/gaming/marvel-snap-comes-back-online-in-the-us-064635041.html?src=rss

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The thrilling saga of Gyeongseong Creature returns in its second season, set against the backdrop of 1940s Seoul. This thrilling tale follows Chae-ok, now a hybrid of human and monster, as she joins forces with Ho-jae, a man who eerily resembles her former lover. Together, they confront monsters born of human greed, unearthing dark secrets and battling relentless adversities.DEXTER STUDIOS delivers a phenomenal VFX breakdown, really showcasing their artistry in blending historical realism with supernatural horror. Their work elevates the storytelling, bringing the eerie, high-stakes world to life.The post Gyeongseong Creature Season 2 VFX Breakdown by DEXTER STUDIOS appeared first on Vfxexpress.

While many presidents-in-waiting may spend the hours before their inauguration finalizing staff and cabinet picks and marshaling support on Capitol Hill, Donald Trump and Melania Trump were up to something else: launching meme cryptocurrencies.On Sunday, Melania Trump announced that she had launched her own cryptocurrency, $MELANIA, to pair with Donald Trumps crypto coin, $TRUMP, which launched on Friday. Both meme coins saw their values skyrocket almost immediately. However, as of midday Monday, $TRUMP was trading for around $44 (down from a high of nearly $75), while the $MELANIA coin was trading for $6.37 after reaching a high of $13.64.The coins will exist on the Solana blockchain.The president, initially a crypto skeptic, has since come around and embraced the technology, having courted crypto bros and others as part of his campaign to be reelected last summer and fall.In July, he made remarks at a Bitcoin convention, saying that if he were reelected, he would usher in a golden era of crypto by removing Gary Gensler, commissioner of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC)who has been notably hostile toward cryptoand adopting many crypto-friendly policies.Conflict-of-interest concernsWith a lot of pressing matters facing Trump as he is sworn back in as president, the launching of a cryptocurrency may seem easy to overlook. And if it were any other incoming president, it probably would be something of a scandal.The main issue is that there are ethical concerns at play: Trump and his wife have launched cryptocurrencies that they stand to benefit or profit fromand Trump will now rule over the federal government, which regulates the crypto markets. Thats called a clear conflict of interest.The majority of the Trump coins supply (80%) is owned by Fight Fight Fight LLC and the Trump Organization affiliate CIC Digital, the Wall Street Journal reports.Meme coins are often highly volatile, meaning supporters of the Trump-branded coins could stand to lose significant investments in a relatively short time if the value of the coins sink. Trump had similar conflicts of interest all through his first term in the White House. For example, numerous White House visitors would stay at the nearby Trump International Hotel in Washington, D.C., effectively putting money into his businesses ahead of meeting him. Also, taxpayers would foot the bill when Trump stayed at his numerous properties, charging Secret Service agents for hotel rooms.In response to the Trump coin, billionaire Mark Cuban posted a rather exasperated message on X directed mostly at crypto exchange Coinbase. Are you sure you want to offer meme coins? he posted, asking why Solana should have all the fun.There are no rules against you minting your own, Cuban continued. In fact EVERYONE can do their own $Trump and $Melania. The only rule is that there are no rules. You think thats good now. Right? Mint it, Print it, Sell it, Fuck it FTW?