Moving forward with his "ultra-marathon of photoshoots", architectural photographer Marc Goodwin is putting together an Atlas of Architectural Atmospheres by Arcmospheres, a project that seeks to document diverse architecture and design studios from around the world. Since 2016, the architectural photographer has been traveling "far and wide to capture the atmospheres of architecture studios in order to produce an online and print resource for the architecture community", and after a two-year hiatus due to the pandemic, Goodwin resumed his project with an exploration of Berlin's architecture offices, capturing the work environment of renowned firms such as Hesse, LAVA, JWA, and FAR frohn&rojas, to name a few.
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Explore Architecture Studios from Around the World Through the Lens of Marc Goodwin
First Images of Killa Design's Museum of the Future in Dubai Unveiled Ahead of Opening
New images of Dubai's Museum of the Future by Killa Design and Buro Happold have been unveiled ahead of its official opening on February 22nd, 2022. The museum promises a one-of-a-kind experience that merges science, technology, and the environment through distinct themes and immersive environments that tap into all five senses. The project aims to "transform the very perception of the future as we know it", showcasing a world that is imaginable 50 years from now.
Brazilian Pavilion Expo Dubai 2020 / MMBB Arquitetos + Ben-Avid + JPG.ARQ
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Architects: Ben-Avid, JPG.ARQ, MMBB Arquitetos
- Area: 3901 m²
- Year: 2021
3 New Projects in Dubai that Highlight the Possibilities of Fiber Cement Cladding
Made of cement reinforced with cellulose fibers, fiber cement cladding is a building material used to cover the exterior of a wide range of buildings, including hotels, schools, office buildings, retail centers, hospitals, corporate centers, and residential buildings. Fibre cement panels are aesthetically pleasing, long-lasting, and highly resistant to fire and weathering.
Architect Diana Najib Hamad provides interesting case studies for the use of fiber cement in three recent Dubai-based commissions.
German Pavilion Expo 2020 Dubai / LAVA
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Architects: LAVA
- Area: 4600 m²
- Year: 2021
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Professionals: schlaich bergermann partner , energytec , Steinlehner , Kardorff Ingenieure
The Green Arch Belgian Pavilion Expo 2020 Dubai / Vincent Callebaut Architectures + assar architects
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Architects: Vincent Callebaut Architectures, assar architects
- Area: 4824 m²
- Year: 2021
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Professionals: Besix + Besix 3D, Ney & Partners, RBG, MK Engineering, Jain, +1
Thematic Districts Expo Dubai 2020 / Hopkins Architects
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Architects: Hopkins Architects
- Year: 2021
Calatrava's UAE Pavilion Through the Lens of Stephane Aboudaram
A "symbolic interpretation of the flow of movement", Calatrava’s design for the UAE Pavilion at the 2020 Expo Dubai is a 15,000 square meters immersive and multisensory experience. Images recently shot by Stephane Aboudaram highlight a structure of 28 automated cantilevered wings, that open and rotate at a range of 110 and 125 degrees. Moreover, these photos also show a central skylight, that mimics the logo of this year’s expo.
Polish Pavilion at Expo 2020 Dubai References the Flight of Birds Through Kinetic Sculpture
Designed by Warsaw-based architecture practice WXCA and Swiss studio Bellprat Partner, the Polish Pavilion for Expo 2020 Dubai is a nod to the country's natural landscapes representing an essential part of Polish identity. Through a modular structure enveloped by a kinetic sculpture resembling a flock of birds, the project references the idea of mobility while showcasing the natural connection established by bird migration between Poland and UAE.
Brazil Pavilion at Expo 2020 Dubai Offers Sensory Experience of Brazilian Biodiversity
Designed by JPG.ARQ, MMBB Arquitetos, and Ben-Avid, the Brazil Pavilion at Expo 2020 Dubai offers a sensory experience that connects visitors of the World Expo with Brazilian biomes and cultural heritage.
South Korean Pavilion at Expo 2020 Dubai / Moon Hoon + Mooyuki
- Area: 6143 m²
- Year: 2021
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Professionals: SDM Engineering, Archcorp, Ssangyong
Spanish Pavilion at the Universal Expo Dubai 2020 / amann-canovas-maruri
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Architects: amann-canovas-maruri
- Year: 2021
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Professionals: Mecanismo Ingeniería, eadAT Ingenieros
Russian Pavilion at Expo 2020 Dubai / SPEECH
The Netherlands Pavilion at Expo 2020 Dubai Creates a New Temporary Biotope in the Desert
The Netherlands Pavilion at Expo 2020 Dubai proposes a circular climate system that harvests water, energy, manufactures rain and produces food, creating a temporary biotope that embodies the fusion between art, architecture and technology. Designed by V8 Architects, with a visitor experience curated by Kossmanndejong, the pavilion creates a multi-sensory narrative around natural phenomena. Industrial materials like metal sheets, steel tubes, ducts and pipes blend unexpectedly with vegetation and textile fabrics to create a spatial journey culminating in a centrepiece that provides a tranquil stop amidst the bustle of the Expo.
Finland's Pavilion at Expo 2020 Dubai Evokes the Country's Strong Connection with Nature
The Finnish Pavilion for Expo 2020 Dubai showcases the country's deep connection with nature and sustainability, contributing to its high quality of life. Titled "Snow Cape", the pavilion designed by JKMM Architects subtly evokes Finnish natural settings through materiality and atmosphere while embodying the principles of circular economy championed by the Nordic country. The structure with its tent-like entrance creates a point of commonality, reminding of Finland's nomadic heritage, as well as the Arabic text.
Canadian Pavilion at Expo 2020 Dubai Reflects on Landscapes and Endangered Ecosystems
Designed by Toronto-based practice Moriyama & Teshima Architects and construction company ElisDon, the Canadian Pavilion for Expo 2020 Dubai aims to bridge the two cultures by echoing Canada’s landscapes and incorporating Arabic architectural elements with its wooden lattice facade a reference to the traditional Mashrabiya. Accompanying the pavilion is the art installation Traces created by Montréal-based firm KANVA, which brings a poetic reflection on the uncertainty of the future of ecosystems to the exhibition grounds.
AGi Architects Designs Opportunity Pavilion at Expo 2020 Dubai
Designed by AGi Architects, Mission Possible, Expo 2020 Dubai's Opportunity Pavilion offers social and cross-cultural engagement through a universal and urban platform. Opportunity is one of the three main themes of this year's expo, alongside Sustainability and Mobility, which explore how we can "unlock the potential of individuals and communities, highlighting that each of us has a role to play in creating positive change". The structure resembles a large public plaza with a universal architectural identity since the feature has transcended generations, cultures, and eras.