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Bjarke Ingels Group Reveals Jinji Lake Pavilion

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For today’s edition, we’ve got a bundle of interesting articles, insights, and trends just for you. Let’s take a look:

  • BIG’s Jinji Lake Pavilion is a floating, sculptural space designed to connect visitors with nature while showcasing a bold approach to waterfront architecture.

  • Ceramic 3D printing is pushing material innovation, blending digital precision with traditional craftsmanship to create intricate, durable forms.

  • How is VR changing architecture? This deep dive explores how immersive technology is revolutionizing design, from conceptual visualization to real-time collaboration.

  • The Art Nouveau movement was all about flowing lines, organic forms, and stunning craftsmanship—this guide breaks down its architectural impact and enduring influence.

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Jinji Lake Pavilion by BIG Opens in Suzhou, Inspired by Traditional Courtyards

Situated along the waterfront in Suzhou, BIG – Bjarke Ingels Group reveals the Jinji Lake Pavilion. The Pavilion merges the traditional Chinese courtyard typology with the offerings of a modern public space.

Ceramic 3D Printing: The Next Wave of Sustainable Interiors

Discover the potential of 3D printing ceramics—sustainable, efficient, and innovative technology revolutionizing modern manufacturing.

Generative Architecture with AI (SD+FLUX)

Learn how to refine AI workflows and explore cutting-edge Generative AI applications being developed at MVRDV, one of the top innovative architectural firms. The workshop is scheduled for March 29 – 30, 2025.

Fusing Realities: AI-Driven Architectural Narratives

Leveraging state-of-the-art AI tools, this workshop will teach participants how to transform traditional 3D models into dynamic visual and interactive narratives. The workshop is scheduled for February 22 & 23, 2025.

Virtual Reality (VR) Glasses and Its Uses in Architecture and Design

Virtual Reality (VR) Glasses are revolutionizing architecture by offering more immersive and interactive ways to engage with designs. See newest VR Glasses and their uses in architecture and design.

The Art Nouveau Movement And Its Influence on Architecture

The Art Nouveau movement, flourishing between 1890 and 1910, was characterized by organic, flowing forms and natural motifs, influencing architecture, art, and design across Europe and the US.

Space Architecture And Exploring The Human Habitations

Space architecture, and human habitations in orbit and on other planets, are becoming the most emerging topics among architects, designers, and engineers.

Rising Above: Exploring The Potential of Floating City Concepts

Self-sustaining complex cities on water may seem like a solution for the sea-level rise and compact city planning caused by rapid population growth. Many fully-thought architectural projects have been produced in this regard and waiting for their realization.

Smart Materials: The future of efficient and cutting-edge design

In our forever-changing world, with the change of time, one strives for efficiency and adaptability to the future. Smart materials are the future of efficient and cutting-edge design and construction.


10 Futuristic Smart City Proposals Around The World

Designers, planners, and architects are working to create more sustainable and livable city concepts. Futuristic smart city proposals usually involve a high level of global preservation, advanced telecommunications, and artificial intelligence.

Parametric Explorations of Suggestive Design

This workshop covers parametric design in Grasshopper 3D, focusing on techniques like graph mapping and loop design to create dynamic geometries. The workshop is scheduled for March 8 & 9, 2025.

3D-Printing Concrete: Sketch to real-scale prototype

In this workshop, participants will learn how to approach the 3D printing process from the actual design to the final print. The result of the workshop will be a segment of the load-bearing facade with data ready for 3D printing. The workshop is scheduled for March 1 & 2, 2025.

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