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Former London council home remodelled to create bright and open living space

December 8, 2016 Cad Blocks 0

R2 Studio has renovated a 1960s home on a London council estate, creating a playful interior for a family with two young children. The three-bedroom Delawyk Module House is one of three properties that R2 Studio has remodelled in London’s Herne Hill. The London-based practice added six square metres to the 80-square-metre house through an extension to the entrance. This had the added

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People’s Architecture Office uses prefabricated panels to update Beijing hutong house

December 8, 2016 Cad Blocks 0

People’s Architecture Office has overhauled a rundown home in one of Beijing’s historic hutong neighbourhoods, using prefabricated panels to create a contemporary and light-filled residence. The Beijing studio overhauled and extended the residence, which is located in the city’s Changchun Jie Hutong neighbourhood. The client, Mrs Fan, had lived in the house as a child until her parents moved to

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ArchDaily Architect’s Holiday Gift Guide 2016

December 8, 2016 Patrick Lynch 0

It’s that time of year again to find the perfect gift for that special architect in your life. We’re all aware of architects’ peculiar habits and discerning tastes – meaning a last minute trip to store probably won’t cut it for finding the right present. But not to worry, ArchDaily is here to help you out with a list of great items any architects would love to receive.  Read on to see ArchDaily’s top gifts for architects! 

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Black and Gold: How Paul Revere Williams Became the First African-American to Win the AIA’s Highest Honor

December 8, 2016 Rory Stott 0

Yesterday, the American Institute of Architects (AIA) announced that they had awarded the 2017 Gold Medal to Paul Revere Williams. Despite the manic production rate of his five-decade-long career, those not familiar with the architecture of Hollywood’s early years might be forgiven for not recognizing Williams’ name. But he is notable for having designed around 3,000 buildings, for being “the architect to the stars” including, among many others, Frank Sinatra… and for being the first black member of the AIA.