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Significant Progress in the JEC Tower ProjectOne of the world’s most ambitious skyscraper projects is showing new momentum after a long period of stagnation. Saudi Arabia’s JEC Tower has reached the 69th floor of its central core, a notable development…
There is a moment in every project when the drawing meets the drill. The structure has been cast, the reinforcement locked in place, the concrete cured into its final form. Everything appears complete until a subcontractor arrives with a request…
There are moments in architecture when the entire profession collapses into one question.Not a question of structure or budget or code.A question of meaning.A question of who pays for the song we dance to.It happened to me during one of…
It started with what looked like a simple question.On site, I asked if increasing the steel diameter — say from 16mm to 20mm — would make the structure stronger.Logic says yes: thicker steel, greater strength.But architecture and structural design rarely…
It was supposed to be a simple variation.But variations, like cracks in concrete, reveal more than they fix.Earlier this week, we had one of those moments on site that remind you why architects should never step away from the numbers.A…
Millau Bridge Project – Technical OverviewIntroductionThe Millau Viaduct in France is an engineering project designed to enable highway passage across a deep and complex valley.It is a cable-stayed bridge composed of steel and reinforced concrete elements, intended to maintain efficient…
There is a certain kind of fear that only builders know.It is not the fear of deadlines or budgets, but the fear of imperfection the anxiety that somewhere, deep within the concrete, a mistake is hiding. After seventeen years in…
In the architecture and construction world, projects rarely fail because of concrete or steel. They fail because of tone.Not the sound of machines, but the tone of authority the blurred lines of who speaks, who decides, and who should remain…
Studio Bressan has taken up a 19th-century stone farmhouse perched on a hill on the Asolo hills in Italy and turned it into a residence that bears witness to both the past and the present. The project retains the historic…
Balance of Structure and Form in Wall DesignThe wall model seeks to create a delicate balance between structure and form, forming a resting area under a suspended roof. Each unit within the design represents a small wing, giving the wall…
For decades, architects, designers, and manufacturers have treated the web as a showroom. A place to display catalogs, publish project images, and collect inquiries. But last week, something seismic happened. OpenAI’s latest announcement, Instant Checkout within ChatGPT, may soon transform…
After Decades of Attempts: The Italian Dream Becomes RealityAfter many years of planning and postponements, Italy’s ambitious dream of connecting Sicily to the mainland seems closer to becoming a reality. The government has approved the commencement of construction for the…
In 2010, I worked with a local architectural office in Saudi Arabia, on a project that became one of the most paradoxical and eye-opening experiences of my early career. We were commissioned to deliver a hotel in Mecca, not just…
Location: Alcalá de la Selva, Teruel, SpainProject Size: 1,460 sq ft (136 m²)Completion Date: April 2024Site Area: 0.175 acresTotal Construction Cost: $321,000Program: A Seasonal Retreat for a 50-Year-Old Family HomeValdivieso Arquitectos’ Winter Pavilion extends a rustic single-family house built half…
In an era where brains are replaced by processors and years of experience are compressed into a .zip file, global work systems are reeling under the onslaught of Artificial Intelligence. What’s now termed “job extinction” is no longer mere jargon…
Project OverviewOriginally designed in 1973 by modernist architect and SCI-Arc co-founder Ray Kappe, the Glass Ridge House sits in a quiet cul-de-sac in La Cañada Flintridge. Rediscovered and renovated by OWIU Design—founded by SCI-Arc alumni Amanda Gunawan and Joel Wong—the…
Sweden’s government has decided to issue state loans to fund the construction of a new generation of nuclear reactors, instead of relying on private financing. This move is part of Sweden’s efforts to secure its nuclear future and reduce its…
The Portlantis Rotterdam exhibition offers visitors a unique experience by narrating the story of the port, which serves as the backbone of the city of Rotterdam. In this article, we will explore the key aspects of the project, including its…
IntroductionThe teamLab Phenomena Abu Dhabi project aims to deliver an art experience based on interaction with natural elements and technology. This permanent venue focuses on experimental artworks that change in response to light, air, and water, allowing each visit to…
IntroductionLocated along Dubai’s shore, Jumeirah Marsa Al Arab finishes a waterfront trilogy that includes the Burj Al Arab and Jumeirah Beach Hotel. The project’s architecture draws inspiration from the curves and forms of classic yachts, creating a seamless visual connection…
The recent implementation of extensive tariffs by President Donald Trump has introduced significant complexities into the global construction industry. These tariffs, varying across regions, are poised to influence material costs, project budgets, and international trade relations. This article examines the…
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