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The Importance of Constructive Details in Architecture: Interview With Building Science Fight Club

Posted: 21 Feb 2022 11:30 PM PST

Courtesy of Buildind Science Fight Club Courtesy of Buildind Science Fight Club

It is difficult to measure, observing a completed building, the amount of work, resources and knowledge that were deposited there. All decisions made influence in some way the performance of the building and its durability. As for the execution details, not all architects allow the dissemination of their constructive solutions. There are professionals, however, who go against the grain and focus on disseminating knowledge, identifying common design decisions that can lead to pathologies (such as leaks, rot, corrosion, mold and odors) and more economical ways to avoid them. This is the idea behind Building Science Fight Club, an Instagram profile whose purpose is to explain some issues and critically analyze certain constructive details and ways of installing materials. We spoke with Christine Williamson, creator of the platform, about her journey. See the full interview below:

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Container House / Måns Tham Arkitektkontor

Posted: 21 Feb 2022 11:00 PM PST

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5 Ways Real-Time Visualization Offers a Complete Understanding of Design

Posted: 21 Feb 2022 10:45 PM PST

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Real-time visualization is used to generate renderings with excellent visual quality from a BIM or CAD model. When integrated into your design workflow, it can also facilitate collaboration and allows all parties within an architectural project to engage throughout the design process.

Here are five ways in which integrating real-time visualization can provide a complete understanding of design at various project stages. 

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GMP Architects Unveils Winning Proposal of Xiaomi Headquarters in Beijing

Posted: 21 Feb 2022 10:30 PM PST

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Gerkan, Marg and Partners (gmp Architects) have won the design competition for global smartphone producers Xiaomi's headquarters in Changping Future Science City in Beijing. Titled "Mi Cube", the project reflects the company's philosophy of "Smart Technology, Minimalist Design" through an architecture that combines a geometric and structured facade with a multifaceted and dynamic interior sequence of spaces.

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London School of Economics Marshall Building / Grafton Architects

Posted: 21 Feb 2022 10:00 PM PST

© Nick Kane © Nick Kane
  • architects: Grafton Architects
  • Location: Houghton St, London WC2A 2AE, United Kingdom
  • Project Year: 2022
  • Photographs: Nick Kane
  • Area: 18000.0 m2

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OPEN Reveals Design for Yantai's New Landmark

Posted: 21 Feb 2022 09:30 PM PST

Courtesy of OPEN Courtesy of OPEN

OPEN recently revealed the design of Sun Tower, a new landmark structure for the Chinese coastal city of Yantai. The project echoes the area's characteristic Ming dynasty watchtowers and proposes a cultural facility that re-establish the visitor's connection with nature. Comprising a semi-outdoor theatre, an exhibition space, a library and an observation deck at the top referred to as the "phenomena space", the structure is intended as a place "of reflection and contemplation".

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