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Warehouse to Museum: FENIX Museum of Migration!

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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:

  • The FENIX Museum in Rotterdam is nearing completion, and its dramatic ‘Tornado’ structure is already turning heads—it’s a powerful tribute to migration and movement.

  • Check Dehkadeh Iwan breathes new life into Persian architecture, blending tradition with a modern twist to create something truly unique.

  • Love intricate details? These 8 Rococo structures are masterpieces of elegance and ornamentation, showcasing the best of this iconic European style.

  • And if you’re into tech, Advancing precision in BIM explores how cutting-edge tools are taking architectural accuracy and creativity to the next level.

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FENIX Museum of Migration Construction Update

The Fenix Museum of Migration, designed by MAD Architects, is scheduled to open in 2025 at Rotterdam City Harbor. MAD Architects released the FENIX Museum of Migration project drawings and renders in 2020, and now, ongoing construction lets us see the progress in detail.

Dehkadeh Iwan by Super Void Space

Inspired by the cultural elements of Iran, Dehkadeh Iwan is a representation of local history as an award-winning modernist result. This project is an exercise and experience that serves as a connection to a period of Iran’s glorious history.

8 Well Known Rococo Structures In Europe

Born in Paris between 1720 and 1730 as a reaction to the strict ideas of Baroque architecture, Rococo architecture (Late Baroque) is an elaborate and ornamental art movement.

Advancing Precision in BIM through LODs

An overview of optimizing the lifecycle in AEC Industry through BIM execution plans. LOD (Level of Development) unity for better workflow; explained through project phases.

Additive Footwear Design

This workshop will focus on using Houdini & Blender to create professional 3D printable footwear designs optimized for FDM & Resin printing technologies. The workshop is scheduled for January 4 & 5, 2025.

Parametric Workflows with Blender

This workshop teaches how to create custom toolpaths for 3D printing, CNC, and robotic fabrication using Blender's Geometry Nodes. The workshop is scheduled for January 11 & 12, 2025.

A Guide to Identifying Futurist Architecture in Modern Cities

This article will explore the futuristic architectural style, giving an overview of its history, evolution, and impact. The concept of futurism in architecture stands apart from traditional designs and reflects the ideology of innovation, speed, technology, and dynamic movement.

New Urban Landmark of The City: Taichung Top1 Global Trade Centre

The Top1 Global Trade Centre is located at the core of Xitun District, a prime location close to the transportation systems and landmarks. ‘The centre sits at a busy traffic intersection, offering excellent urban scenery.

Spatial Reflection of Sound Waves – Groove Heaven

The spatial correlates of sound waves; rhythm of a bassline serving as key design elements. "Transforming into a spatial experience that visitors can engage with not just through hearing but also through touch, sight, and movement."

Museum of Modern Aluminum Thailand / HAS design and research

MoMA is the abbreviation for Museum of Modern Aluminum. The project originated from a group of ambitious clients with the goal of reviving the significance of aluminum in Thailand.

The Diffusion Architect 2.0

This workshop will show you how to leverage AI diffusion models like SDXL and Flux to elevate your architectural design process and streamline workflows. The workshop is scheduled for January 18 – 19, 2025.

🆕3D-Printing Clay: Exploring Coded Patterns

This workshop teaches how to create parametric ceramic designs using Rhinoceros, Grasshopper, Human, LunchBox, and Pufferfish for 3D clay printing. The workshop is scheduled for February 1 – 2, 2025.

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