Remove 2030 Remove Development Remove Finances Remove Innovation
article thumbnail

Sustainable architecture efforts hindered by "sloppiness" says UN climate ambassador

Deezen

This could involve securing private investment to develop low-carbon material innovations and construction techniques, as well as focusing on local, low-cost solutions – especially in the Global South where climate change is already wreaking havoc. And therefore, you've got the case for financing.".

article thumbnail

Why All Architects Should Tackle an Adaptive Reuse Project At Least Once in their Careers

Architizer

Renovation is not only a new creative frontier for architects, it is the future of architecture: according to Deloitte estimates, up to 90 percent of future development will involve re-designing existing buildings. At this point, adaptive reuse is mainstream, and the carbon-saving benefits are well-known (and widely touted).

Project 90
Insiders

Sign Up for our Newsletter

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

Trending Sources

article thumbnail

HOK Architects: Architecture Office News

e-architect

Hoisington expressed his commitment to enhancing HOK’s global presence as a preeminent, interdisciplinary design firm while building on Hellmuth’s legacy: “Design remains our core focus, shaping everything from project opportunities and business organization to innovation, research, education, mentorship and community engagement.

article thumbnail

3D Printing: The Sustainable Solution to Global Housing?

Santa Cruz Architect

From the United Arab Republic to the heartland of the United States, innovative companies are harnessing the power of 3D printing to revolutionize housing projects, promising faster construction times and reduced costs. Innovation also be required across the housing sector’s value chain in terms of land use and infrastructure.

article thumbnail

Sustainable Architecture Can’t Save the Planet. Change My Mind.

Architizer

This is an optimistic goal considering it requires a 45% drop in emissions by 2030 and net zero by 2050. But, across the board, for every square foot we need to develop with the environment in mind, more changes must be made to how the end product is used. rise above pre-industrial levels to avoid ecological catastrophe.

article thumbnail

Leeds Teaching Hospitals, Northern England

e-architect

government has committed to build by 2030 as part of its New Hospital Programme (NHP). The design team is now undertaking staff and patient engagement sessions to gather input and support the next stage of design development. The design will benefit everyone—staff, patients, and visitors. Architects: Perkins&Will – [link].

article thumbnail

100 Best Architecture Firms in the World [2020 Update]

Architecture Quote

The firm is known for its innovative designs, such as for the creation of the Abeno Pedestrian Bridge and the Tokyo Metropolitan Matzusaka Hospital. Their most famous project is located in the Mandani Bay development project in Cebu. The Belgian firm has won the first prize at the Golden Rules for Urban development.