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P.S.1 installation features several wind chimneys

September 1, 2009

…stack effect of natural air flow to cool the courtyard where various museum-related events are scheduled. The work is on view until late September. For more information, visit www.ps1.org/exhibitions/view/296/….

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IASS: Evolution and trends in design

September 1, 2009

…The International Assoc. for Shell and Spatial Structures (IASS) will hold its annual symposium at the Universidad Politécnica de Valencia, Valencia, Spain, with the aim of gathering a…

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Dutch firm designs scrim stage for culture points

September 1, 2009

…graphics of M.C. Escher’s Metamorfosis wrapping the entire façade. Final selection of a city for the cultural event will not take place until 2013. For more information, visit www.cepezed.nl….

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Wimbledon’s new retractable roof lets the match begin, and continue

July 1, 2009

…fans and players to Wimbledon, preserving the legacy of the prestigious sports venue. For more information, visit www.gore.com/tenara. Abbie Yarger is a freelance writer and editor based in Minnesota….

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Colorful clouds decorate architecture office

July 1, 2009

…Thompson also describes the use of color as “personal” and “soulful.” With that, the colorful clouds are the perfect complement to the architects’ workplace. For more information, visit www.transformitdesign.com….

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Millennium Park pavilion embodies past, present and future

July 1, 2009

…the aluminum structure used as a frame for the fabric. The pavilion will be open to the public from July 19 through October 31. For more information, visit www.zaha-hadid.com….

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Formfinder

July 1, 2009

…the world. Formfinder Light is available for free download through its Web site, but if you want to upgrade to Formfinder Professional you need to pay the price. The major…

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Biological approach presents possibilities for designing fiber composite structures

July 1, 2009

…Exploiting the concept of “adaptive growth” found in nature may suggest new methodologies for creating fiber composite structures. By Christina Doumpioti Introduction A main goal of my research…

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Greenwich Market gets a makeover

July 1, 2009

…Upon approval, construction on the project will begin in January 2010. The market will reopen in early 2012, in time for the London Olympics. For more information, visit www.hopkins.co.uk….

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Regulatory considerations in the design of fabric awnings

July 1, 2009

…a voluntary certification process such as Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certification (www.usgbc.org). As with zoning ordinances, LEED certification emphasizes compliance with design concepts established in an approved…

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