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Foster + Partners opens new office in Seoul’s Jongno District. Foster + Partners has opened a new office in Seoul, South Korea’s capital and largest city. The office is located within Samcheong-dong, a vibrant neighbourhood that is characterised by its wide array of artistic and cultural landmarks. An existing three-story building on leafy Samcheong-ro has been transformed into a state-of-the-art workspace, which will support the practice’s ongoing work in the region. The Seoul studio is supporting the development of several major projects in the city, which are currently confidential. The practice has previously completed a number of projects in Seoul, including Apple Myeongdong, which occupies the full width of a city block in the bustling neighbourhood; Hankook Technodome in Daejeon, a 98,000-square-metre research and development facility that attracts the industry’s top talent; and Hankook Technoplex in Pangyo, which reflects Hankook’s development as a global brand and echoes its excellence in engineering. “Our new office is in the historic centre of Seoul and only a stone’s throw from some of its most spectacular landmarks – from Gyeongbokgung Palace to the National Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art. It is a great privilege to be working at the heart of this inspiring city, which perfectly balances history, art, culture, and cutting-edge innovation.” Se Kwan Kim, Partner at Foster + Partners. Magnificent ginkgo trees on Samcheong-ro inject colour into the new office space and change through the seasons. The building features bright and spacious open-plan workspaces, formal meeting rooms, and social areas for employees to enjoy together. 🔗 Find out more: https://brnw.ch/21wP3hl © Studio GRAFFITO #Architecture #Design #Construction #Seoul

How can we learn from other industries and apply those lessons to the global construction value chain? On 26 November, Will Plowman, Partner and Architect at Foster + Partners will form part of a panel on ‘Regenerative construction: Developing a circular built environment’ at the Big 5 Global Leaders Summit organised by the UAE-UK Business Council, in Dubai. Through delving into world success stories around regenerative construction, Will aims to look at how the global construction sector shifted the needle on sustainability targets and the feasibility of putting ESG at the forefront of all construction decisions. 📅 26 November 2024, 12:45 (GST) 📍 Dubai World Trade Center 🔗 Register: https://brnw.ch/21wOSYU #Architecture #Design #Construction #Big5GlobalLeadersSummit #UAEUKBusinessCouncil

Yesterday we had the privilege of welcoming renowned physicist and Nobel Laureate, Professor Sir Konstantin Novoselov to Foster + Partners’ London campus for an inspiring talk on ‘Materials for the Future.’ Professor Novoselov, who was awarded the Nobel Prize in Physics in 2010, alongside Andre Gei, for their groundbreaking work on graphene, discussed designing materials with dynamic, biologically inspired properties—such as self-healing, memory functions and adaptability to external conditions. His presentation opened up discussions on creating artificial living systems and their transformative applications. “Today’s materials are predominantly defined by their properties, which are independent of time and environment. In many cases, such stability is useful, as it makes the behaviour of devices based on such materials robust and predictable. But what if we had a free hand to design any materials we want, with any properties we want – what kind of materials from our dreams we would design? One of the dreams are materials which have some characteristics of biological systems: those with self-healing capabilities, with memory functions, those which can evolve differently depending on external conditions. I will be discussing the methodologies to design such artificial living systems and the areas of their applications.” #InnovationInDesign #FutureMaterials #SustainableInnovation #Graphene #Architecture #Sustainability #SmartMaterials

Curious about the significance of Transit-Oriented Development and its role in creating sustainable urban environments? On 20 November Colin Ward, Senior Partner at Foster + Partners presented on ‘Urban Connectivity – Architecture and the City’ at the PT. MRT Jakarta TOD Fair. Through exploring the role of architecture in enhancing urban connectivity, particularly in the context of the new MRT Jakarta line, Colin presented case studies on how thoughtful design around transport hubs can improve accessibility, reduce congestion, and create more liveable cities. ‘Asia has an intergenerational connectivity and an emphasis on both family and tradition. Looking at that familiarity and the relationships that exist in Asia tells you how to design developments in Jakarta that would be very different from other locations… Looking at the history of Indonesian architecture, families and working cycles, I am a big believer that you can come up with a very interesting and unique design approach.’ 🎥 Watch the recording of Colin presenting from 00:43:58 and speaking as part of a panel discussion from 02:11:00 on the MRTv YouTube channel: https://brnw.ch/21wOONM #Architecture #Construction #Design #MRTJakarta #TODFair #TODFair2024 #IncreasingMobility

Can high-efficiency heating systems help achieve net-zero goals by 2050? On 25 November, Phil Holker, Senior Environmental Design Analyst, will be presenting on ‘A techno-financial performance analysis of heat pumps and recovery systems in future energy markets,’ at uSIM 2024, in Edinburgh. Phil will present his research on how transitioning to high-efficiency heating systems can support the UK’s net-zero carbon goals by 2050. He will focus on assessing high-efficiency air-to-air heat pumps and heat recovery systems with regards to financial viability and carbon savings. 📅 25 November 2024, 10:00 (GMT) 📍 Edinburgh Climate Change Institute (ECCI) 🔗 Register: https://lnkd.in/e8HJARhz #Architecture #Design #Sustainability #NetZero #Engineering #Construction #uSIM2024

Designs revealed for Bilaj Al Jazayer Beach masterplan in Bahrain. Foster + Partners’ Bilaj Al Jazayer Beach masterplan will create a dynamic new destination on Bahrain’s southwest coast. Spanning 3.5 kilometres of beachfront, the walkable mixed-use district provides new homes, hotels and retail, alongside public green spaces and state-of-the-art amenities. Drawing inspiration from Miami’s low-rise Art Deco buildings and Bahrain’s traditional vernacular, the masterplan puts forward a multi-layered and human-centric approach to architectural design. Learning from Bahrain’s traditional passive design strategies, the mixed-use neighbourhoods feature shaded green courtyards and alleyways, which provide cool outdoor spaces for everyone to enjoy. The centrepiece of the masterplan is a public surf park, which uses state-of-the-art wave generating technology to replicate the natural ocean environment on land. “We are creating a green and walkable community on the beach, which offers a range of crafted experiences for residents and visitors. The permeable development features tree-lined streets, shaded courtyards, and a spectacular public park that directly connects with the waterfront. Needless to say, the west-facing district will also offer some of the best sunset views in Bahrain.” Gerard Evenden, Head of Studio at Foster + Partners. The masterplan framework has been developed for Edamah, a leading real estate investment and development company that is committed to creating sustainable, high-quality developments, which enhance Bahrain’s urban landscape. 🔗 Read the full article: https://brnw.ch/21wOM4Y #Architecture #Design #Construction #MixedUse #Masterplan #BilajAlJazayerBeachMasterplan 

Are you passionate about innovation, sustainability, and the future of architecture in the Middle East? On 22 November Tomasz Wozny, Partner and Architect at Foster + Partners will deliver a keynote at the AIA Middle East Year End Conference in Doha, Qatar. Tomasz will share his experience in Qatar, including involvement in the design, management, and construction phases of Foster + Partners projects. Tomasz will delve into the design philosophies and processes, exploring how architecture can enhance urban landscapes, promote sustainability, and foster human connections. 📅 22 November 2034, 15:15 (AST) 📍 Park Hyatt, 2780 Wadi Msheireb St, Doha, Qatar 🔗: https://brnw.ch/21wOKp4 #Architecture #Construction #Design #AIAMiddleEast

We are looking for a Machine Learning Researcher to join our Applied Research + Development team. Your involvement will include strategic R&D around developing, implementing and evaluating new models, agents and techniques, as well as deploying standard models and methods towards prediction and automation - including building the relevant software to support wider deployment of these derivative applications. The Applied Research + Development team produces cutting-edge technologies, including development and implementation of AI and machine learning algorithms, to support Architecture, Engineering, Construction and Operations (AECO) for the built environment. We take these technologies through all stages of the innovation lifecycle, from R+D prototypes through to robust production applications. 🔗 Apply today: https://lnkd.in/eXypUW_9 #MachineLearningResearcher #ARD #LondonJobs #AI

Interested in attending Architecture for Humanity at YACademy? The course’s workshop, guest tutored by Nicola Scaranaro, Partner and Architect at Foster + Partners. Nicola’s experience includes buildings that have pioneered a sustainable approach to architecture and includes an extraordinarily wide range of work, from urban masterplans, airports, civic and cultural buildings, hospitality and residential, workplaces, research and development, and skyscrapers. During his special lecture he will focus on the post-catastrophy planning and the masterplan developed after the devastating Türkiye-Syria earthquake in February 2023. 🔗 Find out more: https://lnkd.in/ekCy2MGt The course runs from 17 May 2025 - 23 May 2025. Application deadline 13 December 2024. #Architecture #Design #Construction #Engineering