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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.".

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

Architizer

As these types of transactions often qualify for tax benefits and alternative financing sources, architects undertaking such projects also often grow their knowledge in financial areas. On average , adapting a pre-existing structure costs 16 percent less than ground-up construction and reduces construction timelines by 18 percent.

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HOK Architects: Architecture Office News

e-architect

His tenure saw HOK win hundreds of design awards, strengthen its commitment to sustainable and regenerative design, open three new offices, diversify its leadership, and increase its pro-bono work and charitable giving. These include 4220 Duncan and multiple other projects at the Cortex Innovation Community; the St. Louis studio.

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Best Places to Live in North Carolina

Architecture Ideas

Charlotte: Economic Diversity and Urban Excitement Charlotte, North Carolina’s biggest city, has an industry that ranges from technology to finance. Those who like active exploration, art, music, and innovative cuisine will find abundant activities to suit their tastes. For What Reason Should You Live in North Carolina?

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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.

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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. According to Reuters and Honeywell’s report, The Growing Importance of Sustainability in Buildings , nine in 10 organizations see their property portfolio reaching net zero as extremely (57%) or somewhat (29%) important.

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"Hard to find causes for optimism" say architects as COP27 begins in Sharm El-Sheikh

Deezen

Architects and built environment sustainability experts have expressed frustration at the slow pace of global action to reduce carbon emissions as the COP27 climate-change summit kicks off in Egypt. But Arup director for climate and sustainability Michael Kennedy struck a more positive tone. "My My expectations are high," he said. "In