The Blue Insight Cave Space / 3andwich Design/Hewei StudioSave this picture! DONG ImageArchitects: 3andwich Design / He Wei StudioAreaArea of this architecture projectArea:460 mYearCompletion year of this architecture project Year: 2024 PhotographsPhotographs:DONG Image More SpecsLess SpecsSave this picture!Text description provided by the architects. Hidden Underground And Viewing The Vast Sea. The Blue Insight Cave Space by Donghai No.1 Road. The project is situated along Donghai No.1 Road in Xiapu, Ningde City, Fujian Province, and serves as a crucial element in the construction of Ningde's "Zero Carbon Island". The original site comprised a viewing platform and a parking lot. Adjacent to the East China Sea, it boasts a vast vista. Directly in front of the platform stands Bijia Mountain Island, rising majestically from the sea, with numerous reefs and sea caves lining the cliffs below. The sea breeze, waves, islands, reefs, and sea caves collectively create a unique coastal scenery.Save this picture!Save this picture!After discussing with the owner, a consensus on the design principles had been reached. As Chairman Zhou Wenling of Ningde Tourism Development Group stated, the building should embody three words: "precipitousness, concealment, and integration." Precipitousness means facing the sea but not exceeding it, while also giving people a sense of danger and suspension. Concealment means hiding in the ground, like what grows in the ground, appearing humbly, not disturbing the environment, and not making noise. Integration means blending into the coastal landscape and local culture.Save this picture!Save this picture!Save this picture!The design inspiration comes from the reefs and sea caves around the site. The building has an irregular shape, and the non right angled shape reminds people of the reefs around the site. The building adopts a soil covering form, which minimizes the occupation of land to the greatest extent possible. The main body of the building is hidden underground, which not only respects environmental factors but also maintains a relatively stable indoor temperature, reducing the energy consumption of cooling in summer.Save this picture!Save this picture!Save this picture!The main entrance of the building is located on the west side of the roof, with a semi-circular shape that extends from underground. From here, people can enter the interior of the building through the descending passage. The interior of the building is composed of multiple interconnected "cave" spaces. The architect drew inspiration from the surrounding sea eroded landforms and created an organic and dramatic space through mimicry.Save this picture!Save this picture!Save this picture!This place can host exhibitions, small gatherings, and provide catering services.The Blue Insight Cave Space is a small cultural and tourism project, yet also important for the local community. Firstly, the building provides a brand new public space for tourists coming to Donghai No.1 Road, filling the regret of the long-term lack of high-quality cultural space in the area. Secondly, the unique appearance and experience of the building have become a new cultural and tourism landmark in the area, playing a good role in attracting people flow.Save this picture!Save this picture!Project gallerySee allShow lessAbout this officePublished on February 24, 2025Cite: "The Blue Insight Cave Space / 3andwich Design/Hewei Studio" 24 Feb 2025. ArchDaily. Accessed . <https://www.archdaily.com/1027084/the-blue-insight-cave-space-3andwich-design-hewei-studio&gt ISSN 0719-8884Save? / /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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Ding LeiSoon after the news that Marvel Rivals reached 40 million registered players, NetEase, the developer behind the hit hero shooter, was said to once considered canceling the project a statement that was denied by the company.According to a source from Bloomberg, before the game was released in December last year, there were discussions about it being canceled. Allegedly, NetEase Founder and CEO Ding Lei tended not to pay Disney a license fee for the usage of Marvel characters, such as Wolverine and Spider-Man. Instead, he purportedly preferred to use some original characters and asked artists to work on them but this attempt was subsequently aborted, and the studio decided to stick with the Marvel IP; however, it cost the company millions of dollars. A company spokesperson also denied this, saying that the company has had a close partnership with Marvel since 2017.NetEaseBeing one of the top two gaming giants in China, NetEase derives the majority of its revenue from games and related services. According to the financial reports, in both Q3 and Q4, those sectors represented around 79% of the overall net revenue, with other businesses including Youdao, online services centered around content, NetEase Cloud Music, a popular Spotify-like music app, and Innovative businesses and others, altogether taking the rest 21%. Therefore, the continuous YoY decrease in the gaming-related business might not be a positive sign for the company.Amidst the trend of earning less, a corruption scandal might have pushed the CEO to take more control over the gaming-related business. Last November, a month before Marvel Rivals was launched, it was reported that a few game executives at NetEase were detained on anti-corruption charges, which mainly occurred in its distribution and marketing departments.Last month, NetEase internally released a follow-up investigation report that said that in the past six months, there have been five criminal cases and nine violations. As a result, more than fifteen employees were fired and would never have a chance to work at NetEase again.Join our80 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 NetEase Denies Ever Considering Canceling Marvel Rivals Before Its Launch appeared first on CG SHARES.

So, these are new illustrations for a very interesting project. Arabic fairy tales! I'm only showing you one here. I'll show you the second one very soon. The book is getting ready for print and I'm looking forward to holding it in my hands!

While he may not be a top-class celebrity or box office star, Canadian actor Taylor Kitsch is known for a variety of roles in movies and TV series. Whether Kitsch is cast in a lead or supporting role, his performances always manage to become the center of attention and leave a lasting impression.

With Sticker Drop winding down, Monopoly GO players are eagerly anticipating the next big minigame: Roll Treasures. This event will give players a chance to dig for hidden treasures and earn exciting rewards like dice rolls, cash, and sticker packs. Since the Roll Treasures dig event is expected to start soon, players need to start preparing beforehand and conserving their dice. This guide covers all events planned for February 24, 2025, and details the best playing strategy to get a headstart on the new dig event in Monopoly GO.

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In a shocking announcement, Technicolor Creative Studios has confirmed the closure of its U.S. operations for The Mill, MPC Advertising, and Mikros Animation. The decision, attributed to severe financial challenges, was communicated to employees via an internal memo and a WARN (Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification) Act notice on Friday, February 21, 2025.Operations are set to cease as early as Monday, February 24, 2025, affecting employees in major locations, includingNew York, Los Angeles, and Chicago. This abrupt shutdown marks a major shift in the VFX and creative production landscape, as The Mill and MPC Advertising have long been pioneers in visual effects and advertising content.Employee Memo Confirms ClosureIn the internal communication, Technicolor revealed that despite extensive restructuring efforts, discussions with potential investors, and acquisition explorations, the company could not secure a sustainable financial path forward. The memo stated:As we have communicated over the past months, Technicolor has been facing severe financial challenges. Despite exhaustive effortsincluding restructuring initiatives, discussions with potential investors, and exploring acquisition opportunitieswe have been unable to secure a viable path forward. Unfortunately, this leaves us with no alternative but acknowledging that the Company may be forced to foreclose.The memo further urged employees to review and complete adirect deposit authorization formfor their final paychecks if they reside in California, Colorado, Massachusetts, Utah, Connecticut, Oregon, or Nevada.Impact on the VFX IndustryThe Mill, founded in 1990, has been a powerhouse in the VFX and advertising industry, known for its cutting-edge work in commercial visual effects and color grading. MPC Advertising has also been a dominant force, working on high-profile campaigns and cinematic productions. Mikros Animation, which specialized in animated content, will also see its U.S. operations shuttered.The announcement has sent shockwaves through the global VFX and animation communities, as hundreds of talented artists, producers, and technicians now face uncertainty.As of now,there has been no official confirmation regarding the future of The Mills international offices in London, Paris, Seoul, Shanghai, and Bangalore. It remains unclear if the company will restructure and continue operations outside of the United States.The financial troubles of Technicolor Creative Studios have been an ongoing issue, with the company struggling to maintain stability amid industry shifts and increased competition. The shutdown raises concerns about the future of high-end commercial visual effects and whether other studios will step in to fill the void left by The Mill, MPC, and Mikros.This is a developing story, andVfxexpresswill provide further updates as more information becomes available.The post Technicolor Creative Studios Shuts Down U.S. Operations of The Mill, MPC Advertising, and Mikros Animation appeared first on Vfxexpress.

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