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Chrysalis of Crystal
The award-winning Bahá'í Temple of South America, designed by Hariri Pontarini Architects, proffers a new kind of sacred space.
by Michael J. Crosbie December 21, 2017 | 
(Michael J. Crosbie) |
Drama in Architecture: Three Books that Defy Expectations
These choices are well off the beaten path but enjoyable in the views of the road least taken.
by Christian Bjone December 19, 2017 | 
(Intellect Ltd.) |
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Time for Jazzing Up Architectural Imagination?
A monumental catalogue of a great exhibition architects need more than they may know - hurry to Cleveland if you missed it in Manhattan. Explore "The Jazz Age: American Style in the 1920s."
by Norman Weinstein December 14, 2017 | 
(© Rose Iron Works Collections, LLC (full credits at end of article)) |
Arthur Cotton Moore: Bold Citizen-Architect
Some of the ideas seem impractical. Others would be ruinously expensive. Still others are sensible and ought to be considered, or at least admired for their audacity. A sampling from Moore's new book, "Our Nation's Capital: Pro Bono Publico Ideas."
by Fred A. Bernstein December 14, 2017 | 
(©Arthur Cotton Moore) |
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One-on-One: "I Don't Have Any Competitors Because My Projects Are Unique": Interview with Zhang Hua
The Tianjin, China-based architect talks about why architecture needs theory, fractal geometry, teaching, and how seeing a Gaudí for the first time made him cry.
by Vladimir Belogolovsky December 8, 2017 | 
(Zhang Hua) |
"rise in the city" UPDATE #2: Online Benefit Auction Continues!
Just in time for the holidays (and only until December 15!), a cornucopia of creativity - there's something for everyone (including that difficult-to-shop-for friend, colleague, and relative - or yourself!).
by ArchNewsNow.com November 30, 2017 | 
(Sarah Springer/Jacobs Architects / rise) |
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Stormy Weather: Landscape Design Responses for a Changing Climate
As designers and engineers move forward to adapt communities to changing weather patterns, providing flood protection while integrating social and ecological benefits will generate value and multi-functional infrastructure.
by Steve Albert, PE, CFM, Josiah Cain, ASLA, Prentiss Darden, MLA, and Jim Remlin, PE, LEED AP November 9, 2017 | 
(Waggonner & Ball) |
From the Treetops #2: Sacramento Riverfront Development Brings New Life to an Overlooked Part of River City
There is a laundry-list of possibilities for creating those oh-so important physical and the more elusive perceived connections to our urban waterfront. Critical to the success of riverfront development: access, activation, and awareness.
by Jason A. Silva, AIA, LEED AP November 2, 2017 | 
((c) Dreyfuss + Blackford Architecture) |
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Left Coast Reflections #3: The Wall
The wall may never be built, but the real damage the Trump Administration is likely to inflict on the built environment will have lasting consequences.
by Charles F. Bloszies, FAIA October 26, 2017 | 
(Courtney Broaddus) |
"rise in the city" UPDATE: Top 10 Artists Announced for the Inaugural Fundraiser in New York City on October 25
Lesotho, Africa, comes to NYC through art created and donated by architects, designers, artists, and sponsors from around the world.
by ArchNewsNow.com October 19, 2017 | 
(Studio Joseph / rise) |
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Apurva Bose Dutta: "Architectural Voices of India: A Blend of Contemporary and Traditional Ethos"
The architectural journalist talks about how and why her first book came together, and highlights some of the thoughtful voices she encountered.
by Apurva Bose Dutta October 12, 2017 | 
(Cambridge Scholars Publishing) |
Memo to: The Next Generation of Architects. Re: What would I have done differently if I had known then what I know now?
Leaders with the skills and sensibilities of an architect are needed now more than ever. I call it Leadership by Design.
by Richard N. Swett, FAIA October 5, 2017 | 
(Kristen Richards) |
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rise Inaugurates "rise in the city" in New York City on October 25
The non-profit is hosting an art-filled fundraiser, auctioning 100 works of art by architects, designers, and artists for the organization's inaugural project: expanding and upgrading an overcrowded orphanage in Lesotho, Africa.
by ArchNewsNow.com September 28, 2017 | 
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CLT: A More Efficient, Cost Effective Design Partner for Sustainable Buildings
Using cross-laminated timber in place of the old standards like steel and concrete is one way to reduce the environmental impact of a structure without compromising on the advances we've made in modern structural integrity.
by Casey Malmquist August 23, 2017 | 
(SmartLam) |
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Nuts + Bolts #15: From Adversary to Partner: Managing Relationships in Construction Projects
Three core practices to help keep the peace while keeping a project moving forward.
by Lisa Anders, LEED AP August 10, 2017 | 
(Johnathan Ward) |
From the Treetops #1: Sacramento: Unheralded City of the Future?
Sacramento is on the cusp of something big, building the city's economy around innovation and creativity. But innovation is only worthwhile if put to use.
by Jason A. Silva, AIA, LEED AP July 20, 2017 | 
(Jason A. Silva) |
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Nuts + Bolts #14: Start Me Up: Taking Cultural Cues From Our Tech Sector Clients
Why can't the rules (or lack thereof) of start-up culture apply to an AEC firm?
by Christian D. Giordano July 13, 2017 | 
(Johnathan Ward) |
Book Review: Reading the Grain: "Wood" by William Hall
Designer William Hall's photographic essay of wood architecture spanning a 1,000 years broadens thinking about a trendy material so it appears as an ever-changing, perennial, and crucial one.
by Norman Weinstein June 29, 2017 | 
(Phaidon) |
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Left Coast Reflections #2: "Architect" is Not a Verb, Ivanka
The profession has a problem, and the advice proffered in "Women Who Work" (or any other insipid milkshake) is no cure.
by Charles F. Bloszies, FAIA June 22, 2017 | 
(Courtney Broaddus) |
Sitting Down with Kevin Roche: "I learned everything I know about architecture from Eero."
"The most important thing one can achieve in any building is to get people to communicate with each other. That's really essential to our lives. We are not just individuals, we are part of a community."
by Michael J. Crosbie, Ph.D., FAIA June 15, 2017 | 
(Kevin Roche John Dinkeloo and Associates LLC) |
