CRA-Carlo Ratti Associati has unveiled images of its design for a new cultural center in Addis Ababa, the capital of Ethiopia. The project is located in Kazanchis, a cultural, musical, and historic neighborhood currently undergoing transformation as part of a government-led urban renewal program focused on corridor development. This neighborhood was home to the traditional compound of the […]
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Armani reveals plans for branded coastal villas in UAE
Luxury fashion brand Armani has revealed its plans for its first series of branded residences, which will be built in Ras Al Khaimah, UAE, and have private beach access. Named the Armani Beach Residences, the “highly exclusive and limited collection” homes are being designed by the brand’s founder Giorgio Armani for a site on Raha Island in the Mina […]
Halfway Through Expo 2025 Osaka: 10 Must-Visit Pavilions
As Expo 2025 Osaka passes the midpoint of its six-month duration on July 13, the international exposition continues to serve as a global platform for architectural experimentation, cultural exchange, and technological innovation. Officially opened on April 13 on the reclaimed island of Yumeshima, the event is organized under the theme “Designing Future Society for Our Lives,” and has […]
Architectural Lessons of LEGO
LEGOs are universal world-building units and a popular gateway into architecture. Of course, you can build almost anything with them, cars, spaceships, you name it, but buildings of all kinds — from police-stations to castles — are some of the most popular subjects. What makes LEGOs so appealing to young, and not-so-young architects? What, specifically, […]
V-Ray 5 for 3ds Max, update 1.
V-Ray 5, update 1 brings even more workflow optimizations to help you save time and achieve photorealistic results fast. Fine-tune pixel-perfect parts of your renders with support for masks in the VFB. Add realism to your renders with Progressive Caustics. Or access the Chaos Cosmos content library for a consistent experience across products. And more. […]
Render Technical Guide
Lumion visualization software brings the art of rendering into the everyday craft of the architect. It encourages your drive for excellence, and clarity, as you express form and function in the built environment, and it’s specially designed to nurture your creativity, diligence, and love for architecture. In this guide, we’re exploring how Lumion fits seamlessly […]
Mies van der Rohe, a Pioneer of the Modern Movement
Ludwig Mies van der Rohe (27 March 1886 – 17 August 1969) is one of the most influential architects of the 20th century, known for his role in the development of the most enduring architectural style of the era: modernism. Born in Aachen, Germany, Mies’ career began in the influential studio of Peter Behrens, where […]
The Design Of Educational Spaces
The ongoing pandemic has been a disruption to the everyday routines of billions around the world, as due to being confined to their households, the separation between work and rest has become extremely blurry, with people forced to rethink and reconfigure the layout of their personal spaces. Conversations have abounded on how to create flexible […]