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【ADF Web Magazine】Insta-Tourism, Overtourism, and Disneyization: challenges and solutions for modern tourismArchitect and researcher Matteo Belfiore explores the dual-edged phenomenon of Insta-tourism, which transforms destinations like Naples, Kyoto, and Santorini. While visually driven travel boosts tourism, it exacerbates overtourism and Disneyization, threatening cultural integrity, sustainability, and local authenticity. This article delves into these challenges and their implications for iconic global destinations.
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【ADF Web Magazine】SOKO by MARK+VIVI: A Classical 19th Century Industrial Buildings with Contemporary TouchesSOKO is MARK+VIVI’s first mixed-use project located in downtown Sherbrooke’s transitioning commercial neighborhood, just South of King Ouest. Nestled at the intersection of the Magog and Saint Francis rivers in Quebec’s quaint Eastern Townships, the newly renovated 12,000 square foot, 5-unit apartment building is currently home and studio for designers Mark Fekete and Viviana De Loera, founders of MARK+VIVI.
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Art Gallery/Museum Information - Recommended Exhibitions in January 2025We feature the exhibitions of art galleries and museums in January 2025. In addition to the schedule of events, we will provide you with detailed information, such as the works on display. Before your visit, please check each museum's website for the current opening hours.
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【ADF Web Magazine】The Orchestra Park in China by SoBAThe Orchestra Park, designed by SoBA (Soft Build Architects), in Kunshan’s Huaqiao Economic Development Zone covers 8,500 square meters between two high-density residential areas and along the confluence of two rivers. With mature camphor and dawn redwood trees and nearby wetlands, the project faced the challenge of integrating a skateboarding area, preserving the natural woodland, and adding essential amenities like restrooms.
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【ADF Web Magazine】CCCA | Orchid Pavilion for Casa Wabi, an orchid sanctuary created by Bernardo QuinzañosLocated on the outskirts of Puerto Escondido, Mexico, between the sea and the mountains, the Orchid Pavilion is a wooden structure characterized by its sustainable, lightweight, and enduring design. The pavilion is dedicated to the conservation of orchids native to the Oaxaca region and serves as a space celebrating the biological and cultural diversity of the surrounding landscape.
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【ADF Web Magazine】Suetomi AoQ Cafe Stand in Kyoto by Ryohei Tanaka / G ARCHITECTS STUDIODesigned by Japanese architectural firm Ryohei Tanaka / G ARCHITECTS STUDIO, this coffee stand belongs to AoQ, a new brand established by SUETOMI, the renowned confectionery shop in Kyoto. The stand is on Karasuma-dori street, which runs from the Kyoto train station, and is located on the ground floor of a two-story wooden building at an intersection surrounded by hotels and office buildings.
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【ADF Web Magazine】Abellon Waste To Energy (WTE) Campus at Jamnagar by INI Design StudioINI Design Studio designed Abellon Waste To Energy (WTE) Campus at Jamnagar in India. Waste management is a global issue with local impact, and reducing waste generation through prevention, reduction, recycling, and reuse is a core concern of the UN. India faces a pressing challenge, with 62 million tonnes of Municipal Solid Waste (MSW) generated annually, only 69% of which is collected, and a mere 28% treated, leading to open landfills.
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【ADF Web Magazine】A School in a Forest: The New Ecole Secondaire du BosquetABCP | Menkès Shooner Dagenais LeTourneux | Bilodeau Baril Leeming Architectes unveiled The New École Secondaire du Bosquet in Quebec, Canada. Society needs innovative architecture that tells a story and inspires excellence. This statement, a leitmotif of the architect's work, has, since 2020, been explicitly emphasized by the Quebec government in a vision and architectural signature aimed at framing the creation of a new generation of schools. And so, in the wake of this transformative social momentum, École secondaire du Bosquet welcomed its first students in autumn 2024.
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【ADF Web Magazine】Renovating and residing in affordable properties in Japan ? Part 10: Japanese Homes and Termite ControlIn Japan, termites pose a significant threat to homes, especially after demolition work. This article by Akihiro Yamamoto provides essential insights into effective termite control measures, highlighting the importance of addressing termite infestations early in the construction process. It covers the different species of termites, prevention strategies, and the use of chemicals to safeguard homes from extensive damage.
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【ADF Web Magazine】Chelsea Waterfront by Farrells: Integrated Urban Approach Regenerates the Historic Lots Road CommunityFarrells' urban planning and architecture project, Chelsea Waterfront, has been awarded the Jury Winner in both the Urban & Masterplan and Architecture + Urban Transformation categories of the Architizer A+ Awards. Chelsea Waterfront is a luxurious residential complex situated in the upscale neighbourhood of Chelsea, on the North Bank of the Thames River in London.
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【ADF Web Magazine】RSP in Singapore Received Honorable Wins with Multiple ProjectsRSP, a renowned global leader in multi-disciplinary architecture and engineering design based in Singapore, is proud to celebrate its exceptional achievements recognized through numerous prestigious international and local awards. These accolades highlight the group's remarkable work across project delivery, sustainability initiatives, technological innovation, and dedication to its employees. This success reached its peak in 2024, when RSP was honored with the esteemed Large Firm of the Year Award in Multi-Disciplinary Architecture at the Architecture Master Prize.
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【ADF Web Magazine】“Borrowed Time” by Abdul Vas to be held at Ecientoveinte in Madrid"Borrowed Time" by Abdul Vas to be held at Ecientoveinte in Madrid, Spain from November 28, 2024 to February 8, 2025. The exhibition is curated by Alexis Callado.
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【ADF Web Magazine】Architecture Hunter Awards announced Winners for the 2024The winners of the 2024 Architecture Hunter Awards (AHA) organized by Architecture Hunter, are announced. The AHA is an international distinction dedicated to honoring exceptional achievements across architecture, interior design, landscape architecture, and more. This year’s awards highlighted projects representing the forefront of creativity, sustainability, and purposeful design, emphasizing the impact of visionary work on the built environment. With a wide-ranging set of categories, the AHA seeks to honor projects that stand out not only for their aesthetic value, but also for their unique functional and environmental contributions.
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【ADF Web Magazine】INI Design Studio unveiled India’s largest and first planned inland aquarium: the Aquatic GalleryThe Aquatic Gallery designed by INI Design Studio in India is a 5th generation world-class public aquarium. Catering to the vision of edutainment and designed with a vision to bridge the gap between formal science education and the community at large, it is a major attraction in the Science City campus, which attracts more than 1 million people annually.
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【ADF Web Magazine】Park Court Jingu Kitasando The Tower by Hoshino Architects has won in the High Rise Buildings category ofPark Court Jingu Kitasando The Tower by Hoshino Architects has been awarded WINNER in the High Rise Buildings category of the Architecture MasterPrize 2024, a global architecture award recognizing design excellence and advancing appreciation for quality architectural design.
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