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"The future of design is creative and fun" said Ida Rasouli

We had a great conversation with Ida Rasouli, an Iranian architect, multidisciplinary designer, and concept artist. She is the founder and creative director of Celeste Design Studio.

Happy Fridays!

Kai Tak Sports Park is a sports venue that can hold up to 50,000 people and is located at the old Kai Tak Airport in Kowloon, Hong Kong. It is expected to be ready by 2025.

Makers' KUbe is a new timber building designed by BIG, BNIM, and the University of Kansas. It will serve as a studio and teaching space that will showcase sustainable practices through its mass timber diagrid design.

Renzo Piano Building Workshop has revealed the concept for a three-story cultural center in Boca Raton, South Florida, USA.

This weekend, there will be a workshop called "Creative Direction with AI," It's meant for people who have varying levels of experience in design, including those who are new to using AI tools. The sessions will focus on mastering technical tools, navigating Midjourney workflows, and honing curation techniques.

In addition, we recently announced full-access membership packages, which will allow you to access all the new and previous courses, check it out! 🚀

Lastly, check out the latest episode of PA Talks, where we had the opportunity to chat with Ida Rasouli - a talented Iranian architect, multi-disciplinary designer, and concept artist.

Let's dive into this newsletter! 🚀

A review of venues and exhibitions at Milan Design Week 2024

Milan Design Week is a dynamic and influential event in the global design calendar. It showcases innovation and fosters an environment where artists and designers from around the globe can connect and inspire each other while developing professionally.

The architectural aesthetics of 3D-printed structures

Throughout history, material innovation has propelled architectural evolution. It determined the direction and scenarios of interplay between functionality and aesthetics that contributed to the very foundation of the design philosophy followed by architects and designers of today.

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PA Talks 63 – Ida Rasouli

"The future of design is creative and fun," said Ida Rasouli.

In Episode 63 of PA Talks, we had a great conversation with Ida Rasouli, an Iranian architect, multi-disciplinary designer, and concept artist. Throughout the episode, she shares her journey, insightful thoughts on integrating AI into design processes, and her professional plans for the future.

10 useful furniture design software for your personalized design solutions

The free-spirited nature of design is what makes it beautiful. Therefore, customization plays a huge role in shaping the very basics of architecture and interior design. It helps curate spaces that have character, meaning, and, most importantly, emotion attached to them.

Women architects in a male-dominated field: Can architecture ever be free of sexism?

When thinking about the built environment, one thinks about heritage and cultural creations influenced by what people think and believe, showcasing the values and traditions in society. Think about skyscrapers and what they represent – Power and dominance, which are often associated with masculinity.

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Dubai Presentedby Store showcases 3D-printed elements and AV technology

External Reference designed the Dubai Presentedby Store as an interactive space featuring 3D-printed details and audiovisual technologies. This collaborative effort transforms 130 square meters of Dubai Mall into an immersive experience.

10 tech tools to elevate your architecture practice

An architect uses various instruments and tech tools to simplify daily tasks. The tech tools are used by architects for a variety of tasks, including mobility, working remotely, and promptly resolving problems that crop up during construction.

BIG reveals a new mass timber building called the “Makers’ KUbe”

BIG, BNIM, and the University of Kansas (KU) have revealed a new timber building called the “Makers’ KUbe.” The KUbe will be a studio space and serve as a teaching space where showcasing sustainable practices through its mass timber diagrid design.