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Hotels in Mexico: Utilizing Natural Materials and Waste in Contemporary Construction

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Image © Pacha Mother / Adrian Hernandez In the quest to promote a more sustainable construction where the use of natural materials contributes to the transmission of local traditions and cultures , an increasing number of architecture projects are exploring different resources and techniques to address environmental, economic, or social concerns.

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The Use of Natural Stone in Contemporary Argentinian Architecture

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Image © Gonzalo Viramonte From Tafí del Valle to San Carlos de Bariloche , the implementation of natural stone in contemporary Argentine architecture reveals the decisions of architects seeking to maintain a dialogue with their surrounding environment and highlight the purity of materials.

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Exploring Local Material in Contemporary Architecture: PWDC Transforms Building Surfaces in Nigeria

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Image © Mujib Ojeifo In Lagos , a city with a complex urban fabric that includes historical buildings and vast interpretations of contemporary architecture, lies PatrickWaheed Design Consulting (PWDC).

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The Merits of Greenwashing: Social Stigma around Natural Construction in India

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Image © Akila Venkat & Chakkaravarthy In recent years, India has seen a resurgence of interest in natural building materials , a movement driven by escalating environmental concerns and a growing desire to revive traditional lifestyles. Earth Farmhouse / Studio Verge. Read more »

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Bofedales: Natural Infrastructures and Andean Landscapes

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Moreover, they are natural infrastructures that constitute a material and immaterial heritage to address contemporary climate crises and to sustain local Andean communities, which have nurtured them for generations. Read more »

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How to Use Earthy Tones in Architecture: From the Vernacular to the Contemporary

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Image: © Indra Wiras Earthy tones, from those used in traditional vernacular constructions to contemporary interior design trends, are instrumental in crafting inviting, organic, and harmonious environments. They are readily available in various construction materials, paints, and coatings, allowing for captivating texture combinations.

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The Symbolism of Yakisugi: Explore the Beauty and Durability of this Wood in Contemporary Architecture

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RT Residence / Jacobsen Arquitetura © Pedro Kok Wood in contemporary construction is often associated with coziness, simplicity, and a certain sense of nobility.