Engineering Facility, National University of Ireland in Galway, Ireland

The Engineering Facility, National University of Ireland designed by RMJM is located in Galway, Ireland. In an unusual twist, sections of the building’s foundations and structural engineering have been unveiled so that tutors may use them as reference points during lessons. Similarly a range of green treatments are on show for educational gain, such as [...]

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PyeongChang 2018 Winter Olympics Bid Oval in Gangneung, Gangwon, Korea

Located in Gangneung, Gangwon, Korea, PyeongChang 2018 Winter Olympics Bid Oval was designed by Studio Zoppini Associate has composed concept designs of a unique public space for the PyeongChang 2018 Winter Olympics bid. Working with structural engineers Expedition Engineering Ltd, the design studio looks to provide the town of Gangneung with a sporting facility of [...]

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Research Building Complex V on The University of Kyoto Katsura Campus in Kyoto, Japan

Designed by Showa Sekkei,Inc, Research Building Complex V on The University of Kyoto Katsura Campus  is located in Kyoto, Japan. This facility is part of a project undertaken by the University of Kyoto, to develop new research buildings on the Katsura Campus, which is home to the Graduate School of Sciences. Research Building Complex V [...]

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New Cistercian monastery in Cinigiano, Italy

Located in Cinigiano, Italy, New Cistercian monastery was designed by ARCHOS S.R.L. The monastic complex is articulated based on a square with sides of about 40 metres, characterised at its interior by an area for cult, accommodation facilities associated to services and the residence of monks belonging to the Community. The Cloister lies at its [...]

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BAE Systems reception in Lancashire, United Kingdom

Located in Lancashire, United Kingdom, BAE Systems reception was designed by Capita Architecture. Featuring a design inspired by the dynamic form of a Fighter Jet, the new reception building at BAE Systems’ manufacturing and aerospace facilityat Samlesbury in Lancashire has officially opened. The facility, designed by Capita Symonds, is responsible for building the front fuselage [...]

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