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Jul 2025

Zayed National Museum Set to Open in December 2025: Foster + Partners’ Vision Comes to Life in Abu Dhabi

The long-awaited Zayed National Museum in Abu Dhabi, designed by Foster + Partners, is finally opening in December 2025. Discover its architectural features, cultural significance, and sustainability goals. After years…

24

Jul 2025

Practice / Studio

Remote Work: A New Frontier for Architects’ Creativity

We all wonder how remote work is reshaping architecture jobs nowadays. Collaborative studio applications, where ideas are circulated and practical teamwork fosters innovation and originality, have long been articulated with…

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Jul 2025

Career

The Top Architecture Resume/CV Designs to Spark Your Layout Ideas

In architecture, you're trained to think critically about form, structure, and flow. These same ideas apply when presenting oneself professionally. A architecture resume or CV is often the very first…

22

Jul 2025

Architecture

LEED vs IGBC: What’s the Difference Between These Green Building Certifications?

Curious about the difference between LEED and IGBC certification? Explore how these two green rating systems work, their benefits, and which one is right for your project. A few years…

21

Jul 2025

Architecture

Floor Plan vs Elevation: What’s the Difference and Why It Matters in Architecture

Confused between a floor plan and an elevation drawing? Discover the key differences, purposes, and how both are essential in architectural design. A must-read guide for students, clients, and aspiring…

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Jul 2025

Career

B.Arch vs M.Arch: What’s the Difference and What You Need to Know?

Curious about the difference between B.Arch and M.Arch? This guide explains the key distinctions in course structure, eligibility, career paths, and more—helping you make the right decision in your architecture…

19

Jul 2025

Architecture

Generalist vs. Specialist Architect: What Does the World Need Today?

There’s been enough debate — in classrooms, firm reviews and design conferences — about whether or not it is more lucrative to be a generalist architect or a specialist architect.…

18

Jul 2025

Architecture

Unfolding the truth behind Brutalist Inspiration for New Designers

The word "brutalist," once known for its harsh, bold, and monolithic style, is now experiencing a striking renaissance among professionals. The brutalist architecture, rooted in the social housing movements of…

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Jul 2025

Trending

How IIT Indore’s Cement-Free Concrete is Paving the Way for Greener Construction

Discover how IIT Indore’s innovative cement-free concrete—made from industrial waste—is reshaping sustainable construction in India and beyond. Concrete Without Cement? IIT Indore Makes It a Reality. The construction industry is…

17

Jul 2025

Architecture News

Peter Zumthor’s New LACMA Design Redefines the Museum Experience

Explore the newly unveiled David Geffen Galleries at LACMA, designed by Peter Zumthor. Discover how this architectural icon is reshaping the future of museum design in Los Angeles. After years…