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Attention architects! The submission deadline for the 2024 AIA Hong Kong Honors & Awards is approaching fast—August 14th. Don’t miss this chance to showcase your exceptional work and gain recognition in the architectural community.
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SPARK Architects transformed a 132 sqm, 3-bedroom apartment in a Brutalist tower in Singapore into an open, vibrant space reflecting the owner’s love for art and design. The new layout features flowing, light-filled areas with bold colors and flexible, multi-functional furniture. Large windows highlight panoramic views, while art and high-quality finishes add character and sophistication, showcasing modern elegance.
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What kind of architects and architecture do we need?
To answer this important question, the 2024 AIA International Conference will gather architects and designers from around the world to consider where the profession is today - and where it should be heading tomorrow - in one of the world's most fascinating cities, Hong Kong.
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Join us at BCI Equinox Singapore to explore the latest in architectural, construction, and design innovations. This exclusive event offers networking opportunities with top suppliers and manufacturers, along with the chance to see cutting-edge technologies in action. Enjoy drinks and refreshments while discovering advancements that are shaping the future of our built environment.
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The third edition of the curated design show organized by dmg events and Fiera Milano will unite 350 international brands in Singapore.
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Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam - The AIA Hong Kong Chapter is set to host an exciting event that will shine a spotlight on sustainable design practices in Vietnam. "Practicing Sustainability | A Glocal Perspective in Vietnam" will take place from June 13-15 and feature a dynamic lineup of building tours, office visits, and a panel discussion.
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2 YEARS AGO
In a quest to explore the intersection of collaboration, cultural diversity, and architectural practice, Eric, a representative from the AIA Hong Kong Chapter, embarked on an enlightening journey to New York City. During his visit, Eric had the opportunity to delve into the vibrant design scene, engaging with three prominent architectural firms: Buro Koray Duman, Gehl Architects, and Henning Larsen. Their groundbreaking approaches to collaboration have redefined the boundaries of architectural practice, paving the way for innovative solutions in an increasingly interconnected world
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Kim Hock Corporation, a leading player in the metal recycling industry, is currently exploring the potential utilization of Singapore’s inaugural electric machines manufactured by Volvo Construction Equipment. This consideration stems from the company’s commitment to attaining a net-zero carbon footprint and enhancing the overall sustainability of its operations. At present, two L25 Electric compact wheel loaders from Volvo are being assessed at Kim Hock Corporation’s Jurong facility, marking the introduction of cleaner and quieter construction machinery in the dynamic city-state.
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If you plan to live in a multi-storey dwelling or a loft apartment, you will need to decide the staircase design that you want to implement in your home. With so many interior design styles trending nowadays, there are plentiful options of staircase design to choose from, one of them being a spiral staircase. Here we give you some spiral staircase inspirations and reasons why you will love having it in your home. Check them out!
PROJECT
5 YEARS AGO
Blossom, an international Asian cuisine restaurant, is one of the many restaurants that sets foot in Marina Bay Sands Hotel, Singapore. As a 550-square-metre space, its footprint is rather miniscule compared to the vast and extensive lobby where it is located. Many restaurants in this case, whether in large hotel lobbies, shopping mall atria, food courts, or airports, are usually designed to be as open as possible. These restaurants are common to be only bounded by low partitions, which usually function to demarcate the dining space so that it does not interfere with the overall circulation.
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Recently, compact design has gained much popularity as a solution to a denser and more expensive space in cities around the world. In terms of functionality, compact design boasts its spatial flexibility—being able to cover multiple needs within one space. If most compact designs are usually applied for residential buildings, the recently finished Deloitte Center for the Edge (Asia Pacific) office in Singapore explores the possibilities of this design approach for a shared space.
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In the recent years, adaptive reuse has become one of the most effective approaches in keeping unoccupied buildings with historic values from being demolished. By bringing new functions and purposes, aged buildings can gain new lives and at the same time offer shared memories and perspectives to the community. Generally, adaptive reuse principle is to leave a substantial portion of the historical significance intact while adding new elements to accommodate new purposes.
