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This collection illustrates the versatility of models as a medium to convey complex design ideas.

Most of us who’ve worked in large office buildings are accustomed to the sight of colleagues wrappin g themselves with sweaters or blankets in the middle of a summer heatwave while others are perfectly comfortable. That’s because occupants are often at the mercy of a one-size-fits-all heated or air-conditioned environment. So, two years ago, Building Robotics…

In the history of tall buildings, the geographic epicenter has shifted numerous times. Almost a cent ury ago, North American cities New York and Chicago gave birth to sky-high structures spurred by the advent of steel frame construction and the invention of the elevator. Decades later, the Far Eastern cities of China saw an influx of…

In a world dominated by international firms delivering projects across the globe, it is refreshing t o see a project by a local architect with intimate knowledge of a site’s context and cultural history. This is the strength of Michael Bongiorno, architect at DesignGroup and the brains behind the renovation and extension of the Columbus Museum…

At Architizer, we find it interesting that some of the best-known companies in commercial wallcoveri ngs and textiles are family-owned or operated. Recently, we asked Carnegie Fabrics president Cliff Goldman why that is. “This side of the industry requires an entrepreneurial approach, one that is often best suited to people and organizations that are quick on…

With Thanksgiving right around the corner, gratitude, family, friends, and, of course, an epic holid ay dinner occupy the minds of many. In honor of all the home gourmets playing host to Thanksgiving this year, we look at the systems, components, finishes, and appliances that make up a dream kitchen for the design-savvy chef. Home Refinements…

We offered a quick take last week on just a handful of top stories from the show floor of the Washin gton Convention Center, site of Greenbuild 2015. Here are nine more pieces of news, from updates to popular architectural tools to new products and previews of what’s to come. SOFTWARE TWEAKS Vectorworks 1. Vectorworks®Its Architect…

Taking to the stage on the 10th floor of 7 World Trade Center in New York City last week, Spanish ar chitect Santiago Calatrava received the 2015 European Prize for Architecture. Awarded by the European Centre for Architecture Art Design and Urban Studies and the Chicago Athenaeum architecture museum, the prize recognizes innovative designers across the…

Built to illustrate how sustainable and energy-efficient products and materials can come together, t he Concept Home is a net-zero house that was displayed on the show floor of the Greenbuild 2015 conference and expo. The 1,620-square-foot prefab house — designed and built by Unity Homes with interiors by SmithgroupJJR to achieve LEED v4 Platinum —…