DUCK Architecture

For #tag based searches, vist the archive above ‘u-‘ define functions (house, commercial etc.) ‘b-‘ define build types (new, renovation, extension) ‘a-‘ define arrangements (open plan, segmented plan etc.) ‘l-‘ defines the number of levels ‘g-‘ defines the location of the project ‘m-‘ defines materials (timber, stone, glass) ’t-‘ defines textures (natural, artificial, neutral, colourful) ‘c-‘ defines if it’s urban or rural ‘p-‘ refers to any particular elements worth referencing ’s-‘ defines size of building

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The New Stone Age: 12 Contemporary Houses in Latin America and the Diversity of Their Natural Stones

Learn about different types of stones, their characteristics and applications in residential projects in Latin America.

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Upper Watt Residence / Seear-Budd Ross

Completed in 2023 in Wellington, New Zealand. Images by Thomas Seear-Budd. Brief and Overview - The client approached us to convert a s

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7 Bioclimatic Façade Strategies for Tropical Architecture

Discover bioclimatic strategies applied to the facades of projects situated in tropical climates.

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Sustainable Policy: How Deconstruction Plans Are Revolutionizing Construction Waste Management in the United States

Discover how U.S. cities like Portland and Boulder are leading the way in sustainable construction practices through deconstruction ordinanc

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Balancing Function and Aesthetics: Incorporating Natural Light and Ventilation in Facades

Facades with Perforated Elements – such as cobogó or mashrabiya – are an excellent solution for integrating natural light and ve

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Concrete Pigmentation in Architecture: Beyond Neutral Bases

Is it possible to assert the existence of a timeless material in architecture from an aesthetic standpoint? Undoubtedly, wood and concrete e

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StavKirker: Explore the Medieval Wooden Churches of Norway

The Medieval Churches of Norway, known as Stave Churches (StavKirker), showcase Norwegian mastery in ship carpentry and stand as exemplary p

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How Does a Trombe Wall Work?

Named after engineer Felix Trombe, the system combines glass and a dark, heat-absorbing material to conduct heat slowly into the house

Often forgotten, passive wall technology - hard to model its effectiveness perhaps? It also puts thermal mass on the outside which can mean purging the heat through an open door.

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Is it Possible to Grow Cement? Prometheus Materials and the Transformation of Concrete

Explore the impressive properties of Prometheus Materials' zero-carbon bio-concrete, a sustainable alternative to traditional co

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Reinventing History: 20 Remarkable Renovations of Stone Houses in Spain

What does architectural restoration, transformation, or renovation entail?

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House Plans Under 100 Square Meters: 30 Useful Examples

How can you take advantage of space most effectively? How can you avoid wasted material? Get inspired with these 30 houses measuring j

My favourite as ever - small houses. The best value-for-space designs which make housing more than box-shape rooms full of poorly matching furniture, into something highly functional and intelligently useful. Just be sure you know what you want/need!

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The Crucial Role of Glass Facades in Four Housing Projects

The choice of windows and doors can significantly affect the aesthetics and functionality of a building. Learn how the Air-Lux s

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All Purpose Homes: Are Residential Spaces Taking Over the Role of First, Second, and 'Third Places'?

The list of expectations that a house has to fulfill is long and ever-evolving, but the onset of the pandemic forced residential spaces to take on new roles.

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How Does Artificial Intelligence Perceive the Contemporary Home? Different Perspectives from 15 Countries

Through over 100 images, Ulises Design Studio presents different contexts to answer how Artificial Intelligence understands the contemporary home.

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Bathrooms Made of Modular Components: Minimalist Aesthetics and Functionality

Discover how bathroom accessories can be more than functional, bringing elegance and personality to the space. Get to know antoniolupi's SHOWDOWN collection.

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Overcoming Barriers: Social Justice in Latin American Architecture

This February 20th, a new edition of the World Day of Social Justice will be celebrated.

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11 Rules to Follow When Creating Vibrant Public Spaces

11 rules to follow when creating vibrant public spaces, with relevant existing examples from the world.