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Our proposal “Searching for public space: A small chapel in the city of Chania,Crete” shortlisted as finalist in the category Urban and Landscape of the “Non Architecture award 2022 for unbuilt projects” organised by Non Architecture. Authors_Team: Galini Nikolaidi, Georgios Dionysios Lountzis Description: The study area is located southwest of the Venetian fortifications of the old city of Chania and is a focal point between the old and the new city. The aim of the intervention is the creation of a network of public spaces combined with the redefinition of the entrance from the new to the old town and vice versa. Thus, the construction of a bridge is proposed with the aim of continuing the moat and restoring the continuity of the city so that the Lando bastion functions as an articulation and not as a perceptual boundary. In addition, the entrance of the school is redesigned and nodes – platforms are created that channel you into a single flowing public space. In the Lando bastion it was decided to install an underground space. It is a chapel that is not dedicated to any particular religion, it is essentially a sanctuary where visitors come for contemplation, meditation, prayer and contemplation. The design is based on a path that gradually leads from shadow to light offering a series of atmospheres. The parallel walls of the entrance procession maintain a distant connection with the tomb of Atreus at Mycenae. In the central space, the use of water combined with light magnetizes the visitor to create a spiritual map until he reaches the end and is rewarded by what he discovers. Essentially, the infinite reflection of light in water signals memory that has no limits. The operation respects the historical palimpsest of the area by seeking mild forms of design and wall decoration.

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Featured Project: From Artifacts to Community by SAIC Graduate student: Zahid Shariff #Nominate this project to win the #StudioAwards today! ACT FAST!!!! Voting ends in 1 week. https://bksp.es/4aryanq In a future where architecture must adapt and evolve, this thesis reimagines the Art Institute of Chicago, exploring how cultural institutions can be repurposed to foster deeper community engagement. By examining adaptive reuse, we reveal the untapped potential of meticulously designed spaces to serve new, vibrant purposes. #architecture #architecturedesign #design #architect #architecturedaily #architecturehunter #architecturelovers #architectureinspiration #architectureinspo #architectureproject #uniquearchitecture #coolarchitecture #renovation #studentarchitecture #youngarchitects #architecturemodel #architecturemasters #architecturemodels

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Hi all, I'd like to share my submission for the 2024 AIA Designing Together Challenge to attend the 2024 AIA National Conference in Washington, D.C. You can help me get to D.C. for the AIA Conference on Architecture & Design 2024 by visiting my Instagram and leaving a like/comment on this post. My Instagram is: davidzuniga_1 The link to the post below https://lnkd.in/g64exMP4 The following image was created using various modes of AI. The Mexico and United States border is re-imagined as a bi-national park that fosters collaboration and innovation, where researchers, conservationists, and the local community come together to study and preserve the unique ecosystems of the semi-arid high desert. The repurposed corten steel of the antecedent border wall, now symbolizes a transformation from division to unity as they blend seamlessly into the landscape and facilitate interactions between people and the natural environment. In this vision for the near future, Arizona and Sonora acknowledge the necessity of collaboration and unity to effectively address ecological challenges. By merging and acting as one, they can harness their combined resources, expertise, and cultural heritage to promote the health and resilience of the region's ecosystems and social fabric. Internationally, the spirit of designing together extends beyond the immediate border region to include partners from around the world. By engaging in global networks and collaborations, Arizona and Sonora can access cutting-edge research, innovative technologies, and best practices from other regions facing similar environmental issues. This approach to design acknowledges that the future we envision can only be realized through collective effort and shared vision. When we dream together, we tap into the collective wisdom of diverse perspectives and experiences, unlocking creative solutions that transcend boundaries and inspire positive change on a global scale. As a kid growing up in Nogales, I approached the border with nervousness and worry. By nurturing a positive relationship with our neighbors, we would empower future generations to embrace diversity, collaboration and the shared responsibility of living with care.

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The shifting winds of the U.S. economy in the past year have left designers disoriented, so Fast Company dug into the data to see what's really going on. We’ve analyzed four months of listings on Google’s job search engine to give a bird’s-eye survey of the state of the marketplace for eight different kinds of designers. The result is a dataset of 63,000 jobs that reveals things like which skills designers need to have, and where they are likely to get hired. Explore the full package: https://bit.ly/4dmQsJh

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How Placemaking Can Take Conservation and Historic Preservation to the Next Level: The Case of Woodstock, Vermont https://lnkd.in/e76wc_fB by Fred Kent, #KathyMadden and Tayana Panova, PhD "Place is the missing link to land conservation and historic preservation. By starting with the public spaces – streets, sidewalks, open space and architecture – social and economic life in small towns can be revitalized. So many of our beloved small towns have been deeply damaged by the transportation industries that have reshaped them around cars and traffic. To get back to the beloved village dynamic that many small towns across the US have lost for this reason, we need to put place at the center, and let this idea radiate out into the ways that we approach historic preservation and conservation. The character of our neighborhoods need to be defined by the people who live there, not the cars that pass through. To that end, focusing on the ways our sidewalks, intersections, and other shared spaces work is at the core of how we continuously create and sustain a feeling of welcome." #PlacemakingVermont #PlacemakingUS #Placemaking #Preservation #Conservation

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Seeking Advice for Design Classes 🤓 Does anyone have recommendations for continuing education classes or introductory courses in urban design and/or interior design? 📚 After years of being immersed in research about how the design of spaces impacts us and our behavior, I'm interested in exploring the design side and applying some of the research I've learned. ✏ Thank you <3 #UrbanDesign #InteriorDesign #ContinuingEducation #Reccomendations

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RIP - Rafael Vinoly One of the most influential forces in modern American architecture has sadly passed. As a young 20 year-old student, I ventured to New York for my first architectural internship at Rafael Vinoly’s office. His dramatic warehouse office on the edge of SoHo was an incubator of top designers and architects from around the world. Just coming off of their completion of the Tokyo International Forum, that summer RVA had just won two massive competitions - the Boston Convention Centre and the Philadelphia Opera House. The heat was rising, and pressure was way high! Some of my early experiences there and the general vibe of NY helped build a strong foundation for my future in Architecture. Here are some takeaways that emerged for me… - Don’t expect praise for completing your job on time with good quality. That’s the standard expectation for the role. You are recognized when there is added value beyond what’s expected from you/ your level of experience. - If you are pushing hard for anyone other than yourself, you are already lost in the jungle and likely eaten by a lion. Take ownership of everything you do…. - Accountability is a function of team work. When something was done wrong or sub-par - its wasn’t the team lead, or any single person that was necessarily critiqued….it seems the whole team felt the wrath. Architecture is a team sport! Here is a good article about him and his practice…. #RafaelVinolyArchitects

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As part of the Stanford University Spring Lecture Series Architecture & Landscape 2024, this Wednesday, April 17th at 6:30 Pm, Greg Faulkner will be speaking. Free and open to the public. Lecture info: https://lnkd.in/gfBYjSfv __   Spring Lecture Series | The University Architect / Campus Planning and Design Office sponsors a spring lecture series in architecture and landscape architecture. The purpose of the series is to bring together community enthusiasts, students and staff from across different disciplines to hear the latest innovations in building and design. The lectures provide the Bay Area architectural and design communities an opportunity to hear nationally and internationally renowned experts in the field. The lectures are free of charge and open to the public. Each lecture is valid for one hour of CEU Credit through AIA Silicon Valley.   Theme | Composition in architecture is of paramount importance as it serves as the foundation for creating visually harmonious and functional spaces. The arrangement of elements, such as form, color, texture, and scale, within a design significantly influences the overall aesthetic appeal and user experience. A well-composed architectural design not only pleases the eye but also enhances the functionality and efficiency of the built environment. Thoughtful composition guides the viewer's perception, leading them through spaces with a sense of balance, rhythm, and coherence. It plays a crucial role in conveying the intended message of a structure, whether it's a monumental landmark, a residential dwelling, or a public space. Ultimately, the careful consideration of composition ensures that architecture transcends mere construction, becoming a form of art that engages and enriches the human experience. __ #faulknerarchitects #stanforduniversity #architecturelecture

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I am happy to share that my article, "Reimagining Abandoned Airfields Through Adaptive Reuse," has been published on The Field, ASLA. Thank you American Society of Landscape Architects for giving me the opportunity to share one of the areas in the profession that I am very passionate about. #WLAM2024 #LandscapeArchitecture #AdaptiveReuse #ThisisLandscapeArchitecture #urbanplanning #reedcity

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A team led by Benay Gursoy Toykoc, assistant professor of architecture in the Penn State College of Arts and Architecture’s Stuckeman School and director of the Form and Matter Lab in the Stuckeman Center for Design Computing, received $49,995 in funding from the Materials Research Institute Seed Grant program to focus on finding methods to control and quantify how mycelium-based composites can transform in shape from shrinkage caused by dehydration. Mycelium-based composites are biodegradable materials produced on waste residue and fungi, according to Gürsoy. “We’re looking at how we can have more control over these 3D-printed materials and how we can use shrinkage to our benefit to fabricate more complex geometries." Learn how you can partner with Penn State Research on impactful work like this: https://lnkd.in/ek2-GyKi Penn State University

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Don’t miss the chance to submit your work for the TAD Vol. 9, Issue 1: Generative Call for Submissions before the June 15 deadline!  TECHNOLOGY | ARCHITECTURE + DESIGN (TAD) seeks submissions that critically investigate the potential of generative systems in the allied design fields. Topics for this submission may include but are not limited to, the development, application, and role of generative processes and technologies in the design of the built environment across multiple scales; innovative applications in materials, fabrication, and construction; assessing the impacts of artificial and augmented intelligence on design cognition; innovative applications in design education, and more. The editors strongly encourage submissions highlighting contributions of women, minorities, and other people traditionally excluded or underrepresented in the field.  ⁠ Visit https://bit.ly/TADCFP to learn more and submit! ⁠ #TAD #technology #architecture #design #journal #peerreview #research #publication #designpractice #architecting #submityourwork #generative

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Day 20 of World Landscape Architecture Month reflecting on creating objects with multiple functions in urban public spaces. #wlam2024 American Society of Landscape Architects The best public spaces provide variety, joy and flexibility, allowing people to determine the function of objects based on how they interpret them. What if a sculptural form was also a seat, a play opportunity and public art? We need more playable landscapes as well as play spaces. It was a joy seeing the #sculpturalseats at #strandaldwych transformed into a playable landscape because it was interpreted as an object of play. LDA Design Millimetre Makes MUF ARCHITECTURE / ART LLP says it well, “Can we make spaces for more than one thing at a time? Where you’re not fixing the meaning but making something that can be appropriated?” #digitalfabrication #accoya #ldadesign

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Gensler studied the intersections between what today’s post-secondary students and #office workers are looking for in work environments – and how this will shape future office #design. “To focus on my work” is the top reason people come into the office – for all generations, ranging from Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X, and Baby Boomer. Let’s make office spaces as productive and attractive as possible by addressing one of the biggest complaints: poor #acoustics! Contact us to learn how #soundmasking can help. https://lnkd.in/gFX84FCS

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🌟 Exciting News Alert! 🌟 🏗️ MWAD Studio has just released a new blog post, and it’s a must-read for anyone passionate about pioneering future architecture! 🚀 If you have a few minutes to spare, I highly recommend checking it out. Dive into the latest insights and trends shaping the future of our built environment. Let’s explore the possibilities together! #FutureArchitecture #MWADStudio #Innovation #ArchitectureBlog 🏙️📝

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“In Sustainability and Privilege, Gabriel Arboleda wrestles with the language of social design, sometimes known as social impact design, public interest design or, in my corner of the field, community-engaged design.” In this online review, Ceara O'Leary, an architect, planner, educator, and scholar in Detroit, MI, establishes the overarching ideas posed by Arboleda and how they can reinvent the definition of social design and its role in working with under-resourced communities. Throughout the review, O’Leary details how the book focuses on social design and its many identities, such as social impact design and community-engaged design. As a community-engaged architect, O'Leary also shares her insight on the proposed ideas brought up in Arboleda's book. Visit https://lnkd.in/eqARhRFq to read the full review. Image credit: University of Virginia Press. #JAE #JAEOnlineReview #BookReview #Sustainability #Privilege #SocialDesignPractice #SocialDesign #CommunityEngagedDesign

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The original official name for the (geographically) smallest state in the union is the largest and longest: "Rhode Island and Providence Plantations." Although it is small in size, it is big in aspiration and self-image. The state is really comprised of dozens of small towns and villages, many founded long before it became a state, and these communities all have their own pride, history and architectural character. A4 Architecture is fortunate to work in many of these communities, particularly the ones near the coastline (which is many of them since this is the Ocean State after all). One town that is right in the middle of the state but isolated and protected by being on its own island in the middle of the Narragansett Bay, is Jamestown. Here is a short article on this community that, like Rhode Island itself, is small in size but big in aspirations and pride of place: https://lnkd.in/evKWkAcb Thank you for reading, liking, commenting and sharing this post, if you find it interesting or informative! #JamestownRI #ArchitecturalHistory #PrideOfPlace #RhodeIsland #ShingleStyle #BeavertailLighthouse

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Check out my recently published article in Interiors! #interiors #biophilia #biophilicdesign #spatialecology #interiority #wellbeing #senseofplace #narrative

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