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University of Semnan Auditorium and Library / New Wave Architecture
Blog | July 7, 2024
University of Semnan Auditorium and Library / New Wave Architecture

© Parham Taghioff + 19 Share Share Facebook Twitter Mail Pinterest Whatsapp Or https://www.archdaily.com/1005447/university-of-semnan-auditorium-and-library-new-wave-architecture © Parham Taghioff Text description provided by the architects. The Auditorium and the Central Library of Semnan University were designed in 2007 and span an area of 14,000 square meters. The project contains a series of lecture and educational halls, a multi-purpose central auditorium, and a…

Tribhuvana Office / d6thD design studio
Blog | July 6, 2024
Tribhuvana Office / d6thD design studio

© Inclined Studio + 21 Share Share Facebook Twitter Mail Pinterest Whatsapp Or https://www.archdaily.com/1013174/tribhuvana-office-d6thd-design-studio © Inclined Studio Text description provided by the architects. Tribhuvana: “The Art of Building Responsibly” – Crafting futures utilizing new vernacular architecture that weaves tradition and innovation.  “Architecture of Happiness” by Alain de Botton (2006) delves into the deep connection between architecture and human well-being. De…

New architecture and design competitions: Berlin Castle appropriation, Architectural Education Awards, Living Places - Simon Architecture Prize, and L A M P International Lighting Design Competition | News
Blog | July 5, 2024
New architecture and design competitions: Berlin Castle appropriation, Architectural Education Awards, Living Places – Simon Architecture Prize, and L A M P International Lighting Design Competition | News

anchor A new competition critically examines Berlin’s Humboldt Forum and the significance of the Berlin Palace reconstruction (details below). Image courtesy Wikimedia Commons user ArildV (CC BY-SA 4.0) If you’re in search of new, exciting architecture and design competitions, take a look at the latest curated picks of challenges listed on Bustler….

exterior corridor wraps around GLA design's office building in china
Blog | July 4, 2024
exterior corridor wraps around GLA design’s office building in china

Chiatai Qingchunbao Production and R&D Headquarters by GLA   GLA Design’s Shanghai Pharma Chiatai Qingchunbao Production and R&D Headquarters is situated in the Deqing Moganshan Hi-Tech Industrial Development Zone. Phase one, already operational, consists of a production park, while phase two encompasses new production workshops for oral liquid and injection products, along with a headquarters R&D office building.   The…

Implementing Vastu in modern architecture: Balancing tradition with contemporary design
Blog | July 3, 2024
Implementing Vastu in modern architecture: Balancing tradition with contemporary design

Vastu Shastra continues to influence modern architecture worldwide, offering principles that harmonize living spaces with natural energies. As architects and homeowners seek to create environments that promote well-being and balance, integrating Vastu principles into modern architectural practices has become increasingly relevant. Here’s how Vastu is being implemented in today’s architecture:1. Orientation and Layout: Modern architects often consider the orientation and…

interior and exterior merge within façade studio's panorama residence in greece
Blog | July 2, 2024
interior and exterior merge within façade studio’s panorama residence in greece

Panorama Residence harmonizes with its natural surroundings   Located in the suburbs of Patras, Greece, Panorama Residence by Façade focuses on integrating the panoramic landscape and surrounding garden into its design. The project involved redesigning both the interior and exterior based on the location’s natural qualities, existing structure, and resident needs.   The residence, structured on three levels, emphasizes optimal…

Designing a landscape architecture career
Blog | July 1, 2024
Designing a landscape architecture career

A decade ago when Zach Jordan was a first-year student at the University of Delaware, he was certain he wanted to be an engineer. But after discovering the creative rush of landscape architecture, he switched his major and never looked back. “I’ve always liked building and creating stuff, and to some extent, some of the engineering professions are more limiting…

Tujia Pan-Museum blends Tujia culture with modern design
Blog | June 30, 2024
Tujia Pan-Museum blends Tujia culture with modern design

As part of efforts to support Tujia culture and to commemorate the local ethnic minority living in poverty, the government of Tujia and the villagers have collaborated on the vision of the Chinese Tujia Pan-Museum. This ambitious project located in the extremely isolated and hilly plain of Xuanen County in Tujia Autonomous Region of Hubei Province, China, led by Li…

Corcoran School of the Arts and Design presents nine interior architecture student projects
Blog | June 29, 2024
Corcoran School of the Arts and Design presents nine interior architecture student projects

Dezeen School Shows:  a sustainably designed housing complex encouraging intergenerational living is included in Dezeen’s latest school show by students at Corcoran School of the Arts and Design. Also included is a gym designed to foster social interactions and a hostel that promotes wellness through Swedish rituals. Institution: The George Washington UniversitySchool: Corcoran School of the Arts and DesignCourse: Capstone StudioTutors:…

Volvo Cars' Lead Exterior Designer Katharina Sachs On How Nature Inspires Her Work
Blog | June 28, 2024
Volvo Cars’ Lead Exterior Designer Katharina Sachs On How Nature Inspires Her Work

Girls, we run the world. Never has Beyoncé been more accurate, as women are definitely making moves in all manner of industries — including the auto world. Once seen as an impenetrable boys club, the ladies are paving their path, accounting for 27% of the auto industry workforce. Yes, that percentage is nowhere near where it should be, but more…