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AIA Los Angeles pens open letter to 2028 Olympics & Paralympics organizers

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The American Institute of Architects Los Angeles (AIA|LA) has released an open letter sent to organizers of the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games on behalf of its members, encouraging their strategizing with the chapter toward outcomes they say will be a “big win” for multiple stakeholders in the community.

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8 Shenton Way by SOM among Asia’s most sustainable skyscrapers

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The building is scheduled for completion in 2028. Nature and sustainability are driving forces behind the design. The tower incorporates leading-edge post-pandemic design features. The tower is inspired by bamboo forests—a biophilic design that echoes vertical elements found in nature.

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Bolon marks 75 years with flooring made from "68 per cent recycled material"

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Bolon's flooring is manufactured in Sweden "In 2020 we set an ambitious goal to halve our climate impact and ensure that all our products contain at least 50 per cent recycled material by 2028," said the brand. To find out more about Bolon's sustainability pledges, visit its website.

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New opera house in Diriyah by Snøhetta

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Scheduled to open in 2028, the opera house will be built by Diriyah Company and operated by the Royal Commission for Riyadh City. Operator: Royal Commission of Riyadh City Client: Diriyah Company Size: 46 000 m2 Expected Completion: 2028 Images: Courtesy of Snøhetta

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UNStudio win competition for Namildae Resort in Sacheon

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Our eco-friendly design will not only have a sustainable impact on the environment and the economy, it will also enhance quality of life in the area by bringing new experiences for the well-being of local residents and visitors.“ The Namildae Resort is expected to be completed in 2028. Source and images Courtesy of UNStudio.

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Royal Diriyah Opera House by Snøhetta

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Scheduled to open in 2028, the opera house will be built by Diriyah Company and operated by the Royal Commission for Riyadh City. The buildings are strategically oriented to create shaded outdoor zones that provide cool pockets away from intense sun and include vegetation and incorporated water misting for warmer periods.

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4 key innovations and construction trends across airport design

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4 key innovations and construction trends across airport design 0 qpurcell Mon, 12/04/2023 - 10:04 Airports Here are some of the key trends Skanska is seeing in the aviation sector, from congestion solutions to sustainability. Passengers also like knowing they’re using an airport focused on sustainability.