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This week, readers are discussing the RIBA's findings that "many" architecture professionals are underpaid and debating the progress of BIG's latest project in Toronto. Read on for more and join the debate!

 

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Anya Moryoussef Architect perches black-stained cabin alongside lake in Ontario

"Moody and dramatic!"

Readers are discussing an off-grid cabin in Ontario by Canadian studio Anya Moryoussef Architect, clad in black-stained wood.

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Mountainous residential development by BIG rises in Toronto

"Was this designed in Minecraft?"

Commenters react to construction photography of a residential project underway in Toronto, designed by Danish studio BIG.

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RIBA report finds "many" architecture professionals not paid Real Living Wage

"What is the source of the problem and how can it be tackled?"

A report published by the Royal Institute of British Architects has revealed low pay, poor mental health and a culture of unpaid overtime across the industry. Readers aren't surprised, but still have questions.

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Slate strips out tech for "radically customisable and affordable" electric truck only available in grey

"Finally an approach to vehicular design which addresses what people really use them for!"

A truck featuring crank windows, plastic composite body panels and no radio, designed by automaker Slate, has been described as a "breath of fresh air" by commenters.

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Studio Gang encases Atlanta academic building in metal screens

"An incredibly efficient solution to create a highly graphic identity for the building"

Readers are appraising Studio Gang completed academic building at Spelman College in Atlanta encased in red metal screens.

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Moser's Magnus vases "channel the essence of brutalism"

"Wonderful! The coloring is brilliant"

Commenters are stunned by a series of hand-blown crystal vases by Czech glassworks Moser, inspired by brutalist buildings.

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Sheree Commerford restores 1950s Australian guesthouse to conjure the Mediterranean

"Very inviting – great vibes"

Designer Sheree Commerford collaborated with craftspeople and artists to transform an old seaside inn in Yamba, Australia, into a self-check-in hotel. Readers love the results.

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Weiss/Manfredi adds "crystalline" conservatory to historic Pennsylvania garden

"The organic irregularity is stunning – intriguing but not abstractly overbearing"

Commenters are enthusiastic about a glazed conservatory with a pleated roof completed by Weiss/Manfredi and landscape firm Reed Hilderbrand at Longwood Gardens in Pennsylvania.

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Freight Architects models inward-facing Singapore home on traditional shophouses

"Spatially pretty interesting"

Local studio Freight Architects designed an "unfolding" series of rooms and gardens at this home in Singapore. Readers are in favour.

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