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Twenty winning projects selected for 2023 International Holcim Awards

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The Holcim Foundation has announced its 20-strong slate of global winners as part of the 2023 Holcim Awards , an annual showcase of "contextual and practicable approaches to sustainable construction" that was established in 2004 by the Zurich-based organization.

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Mikhail Riches restores "original beauty" of brutalist Park Hill estate in Sheffield

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Following years of decline, property developer Urban Splash won a contract to renovate it in 2004. The project aims to restore the "original beauty" of the brutalist housing estate. Park Hill is Europe's largest listed structure and its restoration has been divided into five phases. Colourful balcony reveals have been added.

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Mikhail Riches unveils plans for final phase of Park Hill regeneration

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It will be the final stage of redevelopment at the brutalist Grade II*-listed complex, which has been underway since 2004, led by developer Urban Splash. It began falling into a state of decline in the 1980s and its overhaul began in 2004 when Urban Splash won a contract to renovate it. This process has been divided into five phases.

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News: Twenty winning projects selected for 2023 International Holcim Awards

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The Holcim Foundation has announced its 20-strong slate of global winners as part of the 2023 Holcim Awards , an annual showcase of "contextual and practicable approaches to sustainable construction" that was established in 2004 by the Zurich-based organization.

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Studio Egret West to transform former Heinz HQ into London housing

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A courtyard pool will be restored While the sculptural external concrete frames that animate the three-storey buildings will be retained, curtain wall glazing will be replaced to meet the current safety and environmental standards. "The

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A studio is for sale inside London’s iconic Isokon building

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However, it’s not been without its share of hardship: The Isokon served as a halfway house in the 1970s and was derelict by 2003 when it underwent an award-winning restoration by Avanti Architects in 2004 that returned its former glory. per month.

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Event: Leo Marmol, FAIA - Los Angeles: Building The Modern Utopia // SMC NOMAS

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Since its inception, the firm has developed a reputation for innovative design, sustainable architecture, and prolific restoration work. With a passion for mid-century Modern architecture, Leo has worked to restore many historic architectural icons in Southern California.

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