Friday5 - July 9, 2021 - MillerClapperton

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IN THIS WEEK’S FRIDAY5

Metal Architecture recently announced the recipients of the 2021 Design Awards. This year’s winners represent a variety of outstanding projects in eight separate categories, plus a Grand Award Winner, which went to the Oklahoma Contemporary Arts Center in Oklahoma City. According to the magazine, there was very little discussion over awarding the project designed by Rand Elliott Architects the Grand Award, as well as the winner in the Smooth Metal Wall Panel category. The judges were clearly impressed! For more about the Contemporary Arts Center and the other winning projects, click below.

Location: Mission Viejo, CA
Product: Reynobond FR (MCM)
General Contractor: McCarthy Building Companies, Inc.
Architect: HED

The new Advanced Technology and Applied Science (ATAS) building at Saddleback College is under construction in Mission Viejo, CA. The design of the 52,100 SF project showcases the diverse programs that will be housed inside the ATAS building, including Architecture Drafting, Computer Technology, Marine Biology, and Horticulture to name a few. MillerClapperton is fabricating 5,500 square feet of Metal Composite Material for the project.

It’s true that the vast majority of the world’s population live in large, vibrant cities and sometimes, urban dwellers need a break from the noise and chaos that comes along with city living. Whether it be a far away beach or a cabin deep in the woods, there’s a perfect destination for anyone looking to escape the daily grind. With a renewed focus on getting away, hospitality architecture is leading the way on solutions for all types of travelers by creating unique spaces that connect with the natural environment. Keep reading for small-scale hotels, cabins, and lodges that are successfully coexisting with nature.

Despite humble beginnings more than a century ago, the Olympics has grown exponentially in recent decades as more sports were included and more countries joined the event. There’s no questions that hosting the Olympics is an enormous undertaking and it has only become more expensive. ArchDaily explores the complex story of Olympic urbanism, the architectural legacy of the Games, success stories, and what the Olympics leave behind in their hosting cities. Opinions differ and some consider the investment as bringing little benefit while others see it as a fantastic opportunity to improve infrastructure.

Recommendation: Interview with Jacinta Leong
Interview By: ArchDaily

ArchDaily talks to production designer Jacinta Leong about her thoughts on the connection between films and architecture. Her work as an Art Director has encompassed several movies that look ahead to the future – especially in relation to technology in society. Leong has worked on Alien, Mad Max: Fury Road, and Pacific Rim: Uprising, among others, and the “interview explores her beginnings and inspirations, as well as her work process in the era of digital tools.”

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