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Sustainable Building Models: An Eco-Friendly Structure in Natural Slate Within a Multi-Ecological Neighborhood

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They aim to go back to basics through passive strategies, using natural materials and a contextual understanding to develop sustainable architecture. In this project, using natural slate as cladding for the ventilated facade system and employing local resources in the structure was essential for the building's ecological footprint.

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Call For Entries: Italian Prize For Sustainable Architecture

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Gold Medal 2020 XIV Edition Italian Prize Sustainable Architecture / HOME*: Humanitarian and (un) Ordinary Machine for Emergency. registered holder of the trademark “ Fassa Bortolo ”) and the Department of Architecture of the University of Ferrara. 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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A Refuge in the Harsh Alpine Landscape: Three Connected Villas That Embrace Nature

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This includes sustainable energy concepts, support for regional producers, and the use of natural materials in the entire resort. Each villa uniquely combines natural materials, natural features, and a variety of the brand's fittings and fixtures. Read more »

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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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Lasting Elegance: Zinc as a Sustainable Choice in Architecture

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Cortesia de Rheinzink In nature, zinc is mainly found as zinc sulphide ore or zinc carbonate, which is mined to obtain the metal. In addition, because it is 100% recyclable and has a low environmental impact during its production, zinc is a sustainable choice for construction projects. Read more »

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Hiding in plain sight – Hello Wood’s newest CLT house blends natural and built environment with sustainable materials

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The post Hiding in plain sight – Hello Wood’s newest CLT house blends natural and built environment with sustainable materials appeared first on Åvontuura. Imagine a house that plays hide and seek with you, dug into a mound, peeking out just enough to blend with the horizon.