Secondary School Puos dAlpago / facchinelli daboit savianeSave this picture! Gustav WilleitArchitects: facchinelli daboit savianeAreaArea of this architecture projectArea:1185 mYearCompletion year of this architecture project Year: 2024 PhotographsPhotographs:Gustav WilleitManufacturersBrands with products used in this architecture project Manufacturers: KEIM, Casalgrande Padana, Metra, Pellizzari Building, Progress Group, Velux Lead Architects: facchinelli daboit saviane More SpecsLess SpecsSave this picture!Text description provided by the architects. The project begins from a project competition AWN (Archiworld Network), organized by the Municipality of Alpago in 2018, to contrast the depopulation phenomenon by investing in educational buildings.Save this picture!Save this picture!Save this picture!The new school develops around the theme of a "covered square", following a primitive idea of settlement, constituted by a volume suspended on four nuclei, which produces a covered space in direct continuity between inside and outside, with the function of a civic center in extracurricular hours.Save this picture!Save this picture!The colored concrete nuclei, which house the service rooms, define the perimeter of the agor, where the functions influence each other in a diffuse laboratory, enlivened by the wooden volumes of the reading room and the front office. The tree-lined pedestrian axis of the masterplan crosses the building, bringing the trees inside the school through the perimeter courtyards, which illuminate the areas for collective use. Classrooms and laboratories alternate on two floors around the agor, with which they are always in contact through windows and sliding walls. The main feature of this place is the visual permeability between the various environments, which creates a sort of internal landscape.Save this picture!Moreover, the project looks for coincidence between form, structure, and material. This is done through an exposed concrete shell made with advanced prefabrication technologies, which do not require further finishing layers and already contain the insulation and system arrangements.Save this picture!Project gallerySee allShow lessProject locationAddress:Alpago, 32016, Belluno, ItalyLocation to be used only as a reference. It could indicate city/country but not exact address.About this officeMaterialConcreteMaterials and TagsPublished on January 28, 2025Cite: "Secondary School Puos dAlpago / facchinelli daboit saviane" 28 Jan 2025. ArchDaily. Accessed . <https://www.archdaily.com/1025895/secondary-school-puos-dalpago-facchinelli-daboit-saviane&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

Redefining Compact Living: Meet the 40,000 Winner of the Kingspan-Buildner Microhome CompetitionSponsored ContentSave this picture!Courtesy of BuildnerIn the world of architecture, competitions often serve as platforms for creativity, experimentation, and problem-solving. For Daniel Rojas, Founding Partner of Wandrian Studios, winning the 2023-2024 MICROHOME competition, sponsored by Buildner and Kingspan, was a transformative moment. His project, Urban Residential Pods, addresses the global housing crisis by reimagining vacant office spaces as compact, sustainable homes.Rojas' design strikes a balance between innovation, functionality, and sustainability, offering a glimpse into how architecture can address some of today's most pressing challenges. As the next edition of the competition approaches, Rojas shares insights into his winning project and offers advice to future participants.Visit the MICROHOME competition site for details in the open 2025 edition and to register before the deadline on February 13.Urban Residential Pods: Rethinking Vacant SpacesRojas' winning design proposes Urban Residential Pods, compact living units that fit within repurposed office buildings. Each pod includes essential amenitiesa bathroom, kitchen, laundry station, queen bed, and a flexible living spacewhile integrating semi-private outdoor areas for comfort.One standout feature is the off-site prefabrication system, which allows the pods to be efficiently constructed, transported, and assembled. This approach not only addresses housing shortages but also breathes new life into underutilized urban spaces."This project was a response to two critical issues: the global housing shortage and the growing number of vacant office buildings," explains Rojas. "We aimed to create a practical, sustainable, and affordable solution that could adapt to urban environments worldwide."The Design Philosophy of Wandrian StudiosFounded in 2018 by Rojas and his wife, Kimberly Kolkovich, Wandrian Studios blends expertise in interior design and architecture to deliver creative, functional solutions. "Our goal is to elevate each project by celebrating existing conditions while addressing the client's goals with both creativity and pragmatism," says Rojas. While their work typically focuses on the residential and hospitality sectors, the studio's adaptability has enabled them to explore diverse projects, such as the MICROHOME competition.Tackling the MICROHOME Brief: A Strong ThesisFor Rojas, a key to success in design competitions is clarity of vision. "To win, you need a strong thesis," he explains. The MICROHOME competition's broad brief, focused on sustainability, efficiency, and affordability, encouraged participants to identify specific challenges. Rojas and his team zeroed in on repurposing empty office spaces, a challenge informed by his experience as an architect in New York City."Repurposing office buildings involves unique challengesfloor plate depths, floor-to-floor heights, and ADA requirements, to name a few," he says. "Our strategy was to develop general principles that could apply globally, ensuring flexibility and scalability."Balancing Constraints with Creative VisionThe MICROHOME brief limited designs to 25 m, pushing participants to think creatively about compact living. Rojas approached this constraint as an opportunity. "We developed a modular system that provided basic living components while leaving space flexible for various usessleeping, eating, and relaxing," he explains. "Simplicity and user control were essential."The design also emphasized sustainability, using prefabricated modules constructed with environmentally responsible materials. Inspired by modular office booths, the pods prioritize ease of assembly, transportability, and minimal environmental impact.Save this picture!Save this picture!Save this picture!Save this picture!Save this picture!The Impact of WinningWinning the MICROHOME competition has been a pivotal moment for Wandrian Studios. "On a personal level, it's humbling to be recognized among such incredible talent," says Rojas. "For our studio, this recognition has brought international visibility and new opportunities. We've even been approached to adapt our design for temporary housing solutions in disaster-affected areas."Rojas adds that the competition has deepened the studio's commitment to sustainability. "Sustainability is now more integral to our practice than ever before. It's not just a featureit's a guiding principle."Advice for Future ParticipantsAs the MICROHOME 2025 competition gears up, Rojas encourages architects to embrace the challenge. "Start with a strong thesis and focus on solving a specific problem," he advises. "Build a compelling narrative and make it concise. And don't underestimate the importance of clear, thoughtful drawings."He emphasizes that even for those who don't win, the competition is a valuable experience. "Competitions sharpen your design process, enhance teamwork, and help you grow as a designer. It's about pushing boundaries and learning from the journey."Join the MICROHOME 2025 CompetitionThe MICROHOME 2025 Competition, organized by Buildner and sponsored by Kingspan, offers a 100,000 prize fund to celebrate innovative, sustainable solutions for compact housing. Open to professionals and students alike, the competition challenges participants to design a modular, energy-efficient microhome with a maximum footprint of 25 m.Key objectives include: Innovation and Functionality: Combining usability, aesthetics, and technology. Sustainability: Incorporating environmentally responsible materials and energy-efficient systems. Affordability: Making microhomes accessible to diverse populations. Adaptability: Designing for various urban, rural, or off-grid settings. Prize Structure: 1st Prize: 40,000 2nd Prize: 20,000 3rd Prize: 10,000 Buildner Student Award: 10,000 Sustainability Award: 10,000 Kingspan Award: 10,000 Competition Details Registration Deadline: February 13, 2025 Submission Deadline: March 18, 2025 Winners Announced: April 29, 2025 Jury PanelFeaturing renowned architects and sustainability experts from firms like Snhetta, Zaha Hadid Architects, and MAD Architects.Redefine Compact LivingThe MICROHOME competition is your opportunity to showcase bold, innovative solutions for compact housing. Whether you're an experienced architect or an emerging talent, this is your chance to gain global recognition and contribute to the future of sustainable housing.VisitMICROHOMEThis article is both a celebration of Wandrian Studios' achievement and a call to action for architects to participate in the MICROHOME 2025 competition. Will you be the next to shape the future of housing?Image gallerySee allShow lessCite: "Redefining Compact Living: Meet the 40,000 Winner of the Kingspan-Buildner Microhome Competition" 28 Jan 2025. ArchDaily. Accessed . <https://www.archdaily.com/1026193/redefining-compact-living-meet-the-40000-euros-winner-of-the-kingspan-buildner-microhome-competition&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

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Getting a penguins-eye view of the ocean is now a reality. An international team of researchers have developed PenguCams, an new animal-borne camera system that can help track how much prey they need to eat, where they are finding fish, and how much energy they spend getting to their meals. The unique findingsand foragingare described in a study published January 28 in the journal PeerJ.Animal-borne cameras like the new PenguCams and National Geographics Crittercam can give researchers a view of behaviors they normally could not see. One of those important behaviors is how they interact with their prey. This is typically done by sampling their feces or what is inside the stomachs of dead birds, but this new method will help scientists understand just how much work it is for these penguins to get food. Understanding how an animal hunts and how much prey they need can help understand why they may be foraging for certain prey in certain spots.In the study, an international team of researchers affixed small, lightweight cameras to Humboldt, Tawaki, and King penguins in New Zealand. They then used the known distance between the penguins beak and the camera to determine a correction factora number that adjusts an observed value. The correction factor that the team created is a way to convert the pixel-based measurements in the footage into actual dimensions. It allows scientists to take a still image just before prey is consumed and measure how long or tall it is in pixels. Then, that pixel measurement can be converted into a real-world measurement in millimeters. This allows scientists to estimate just how much energy the penguin is getting from each foraging trip.The team tested video footage using a reference objecta grid with known dimensionsat multiple distances, water salinities, and angles. They then used these findings to create linear models that predict correction factors for distances that were beyond the tested range. This new correction factor takes into account distance traveled, refraction, and distortion to offer a practical tool to estimate size underwater.The study found that the correction factors were significantly different in air and water environments due to the differences in light refraction. However, these factors remain consistent across salt and fresh water, so they can be applied to several different marine habitats in the future.We created a new way to study marine predators through animal borne camera footage, Owen Dabkowski, a study co-author and student at the University of Otago in New Zealand, said in a statement. The correction factor allows measurements to be taken directly from video footage using a simple method. This innovative technique allows energetics of the prey to be calculated which can help explain the decisions made by predators during foraging.[ Related: When penguins divorce, the whole colony is impacted. ]The new method also takes distortion effects in the water and the air to ensure more precise measurements. The team also created a quick-reference table and have example footage demonstrating how the method works in real-world scenarios for other scientists to use.Using the correction factors developed with PenguCams could enable more accurate studies of ecological interactions. Having this data could better inform conservation measures for threatened or endangered species.PenguCams was developed by scientists from the University of Otago, the Tawaki Trust, the Global Penguin Society, the Antarctic Research Trust, and CONICET in Argentina.The post Finally, scientists get a penguins-eye-view of the world appeared first on Popular Science.

Nature, Published online: 28 January 2025; doi:10.1038/d41586-024-03972-4Three early-career researchers thrown together on Sable Island, a treeless island in the North Atlantic, think others can learn from their experiences.

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