Rene Submissions

BROWSE ALL FROM THIS AUTHOR HERE

Exclusive Video Interview: London’s New Sustainability Landmark, the Natural History Museum Gardens

 | Sponsored Content

Over the past two decades, the Holcim Foundation Awards has committed USD 20M to spotlight transformative projects by architects, designers, and engineers who pioneer sustainable design and construction practices. To capture these stories, the Foundation launched a short film series titled Words with Winners.

Your Go-To Guide for Interior Decorative Wall Panel Installation

 | Sponsored Content

Choosing the right method to install interior decorative wall panels can mean the difference between a flawless and a protracted affair. In today's design landscape, wall panels are lauded for their transformative powers–bringing depth, texture, and character to any room. These panels have a storied history, evolving through centuries to reflect the spirit of each era: from the opulence of Renaissance carving to the refined elegance of Rococco boiserie, with each style defined by the craftsmanship of its time. 

But when it comes to installing these panels, today's designers and architects have a veritable toolkit of techniques at their disposal. Each method has its own advantages, whether traditional or cutting-edge, and choosing the right approach is as much about aesthetics as it is about practicality. In this guide, we'll take a close look at the spectrum of methods available, from classic fixtures to modern innovations–each ready to help bring design vision to life. 

Open House Thessaloniki 2024

Open House Thessaloniki returns on November 23 and 24, bringing the city’s architecture to life with over 70 open buildings and a variety of parallel events. This year, the festival focuses on “Accessibility and Inclusion,” promoting architecture that is welcoming, functional, and open to everyone. With free guided tours led by dedicated volunteers, visitors will have the opportunity to explore Thessaloniki’s rich architectural heritage and contemporary designs that shape the city’s landscape today.

Open Call: International Design Competition for Youngsan River Exciting Zone

The Yeongsan River, which flows through downtown Gwangju, holds immense potential and future value as an ecological, historical, and tourism resource. However, its potential has yet to be fully realized. By planning the Asia Water Heritage Experience Center and Water Playground with a story, we aim to establish a cohesive theme and create an immersive space. city of Gwangju plans to simultaneously develop two unit projects, the Asia Water Heritage Experience Center and the Natural Playground Experience Center. Together, they will create a synergy effect as a multi-purpose space called the Yeongsan River Exciting Zone.

Sergei Tchoban: Toward a New City

Exhibition: Sergei Tchoban: Toward a New City
OPENING: November 5, 2024; 4 PM
EXHIBITION: November 6, 2024 – November 24, 2024
VENUE: Urban Redevelopment Authority (URA)
ADDRESS: 45 Maxwell Road, 069118 Singapore

Dialogue - Contemporary Design with Alvar Aalto

This exhibition presents an ongoing, cross-cultural design collaboration between Finnish interior architect and designer Esa Vesmanen and the Japanese brand minä perhonen. Within the interior of Maison Louis Carré, Vesmanen and Akira Minagawa—artist, designer, and founder of minä perhonen—integrate the influence of Alvar Aalto into their shared creative dialogue. Minagawa, inspired by Nordic design culture, shares with Esa Vesmanen a deep interest in tactile materials and craft-based techniques. Their design discussions inspired a special edition of Vesmanen's Finom lighting line, which explores the possibilities of paper-thin plywood, continuing Aalto's legacy of experimenting with wood's formal potential.

Call for Entries: International Design Competition for National Archives Museum of Korea

International Design Competition for the National Archives Museum

Global Change Starts Local: The 2024 Politecnico di Torino Student Award

 | Sponsored Content

Can academic projects explore new directions and contribute to public discourse on global and local issues? The 2024 Politecnico di Torino Students Award aimed to address these questions, showcasing how architectural research, training, and experimentation can be integrated into a school curriculum.

Politecnico di Torino is ranked among the top 10 architecture schools in Europe (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2024 - Architecture and Built Environment). With over 3,000 students, the Department of Architecture and Design offers a Bachelor's degree in Architecture and three Master's programs—Architecture for Sustainability, Architecture Construction City, and Architecture for Heritage—all featuring dedicated English tracks. The Department offers also two Bachelor's and one Master's programmes in Design.

CTBUH 2024 Mass Timber Student Design Competition

The Council on Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat (CTBUH) is now accepting submissions for the CTBUH 2024 Mass Timber Student Design Competition.

Shaping a Sustainable Built Environment Through Industry-Wide Upskilling

 | Sponsored Content

By now, most people in the construction industry know that addressing the carbon emissions that come from the built environment is key to solving the climate challenge. Yet, knowing where to start can be a challenge for many professionals. That's why education and upskilling across the value chain—from architects to urban planners, and real estate developers to engineers—are essential to fostering sustainable construction practices.

Jeffrey Huber Lecture at Florida International University

Jeffrey Huber:
Jeffrey Huber, FAIA, ASLA, NCARB, LEED AP, WEDG is a principal and manages the South Florida studio of Brooks + Scarpa. In addition to practice, Huber currently serves as a Professor of the School of Architecture at Florida Atlantic University. He holds master's degrees and licenses in both architecture and landscape architecture. A distinguished architect and landscape architect, Huber's work specializes in public realm projects that combine ecological, landscape, urban, and architectural design. He has advanced sustainability initiatives in soft cities, agricultural urbanism, green school design, missing-middle housing, transit-oriented development, low-impact development/green infrastructure, and adaptation/transformation design methodologies to address emerging and future climate disruptions.

View of the City: Vedute and Panoramas from the Albertina

View of the City: Vedute and Panoramas from the Albertina

Open Call: YOUTH CITY Urban Regeneration Design Competition

Competition Title: "The Appointment between Youth and City" Wuxi Urban Regeneration Design Competition