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Oslo Works perches The Hotspot sauna on coast of Norway

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Wooden shingles cloak this stilted sauna , which architecture studio Oslo Works has elevated over the rocky shore of Nesodden peninsula, Norway , for the local community. People are putting their forces together in order to finance, build and share hothouse all along the shore."

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

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Although she concedes that much of the necessary climate action will have to come in the form of regulation and financial incentives, El Battouty says that architects should lead by example to show governments that decarbonisation is doable. And therefore, you've got the case for financing.". All photography is courtesy of ECOnsult.

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A4 Spotlight: Accessory Dwelling Units in RI

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The fact that the country was in the midst of the Great Depression and there were essentially no zoning regulations further facilitated the break-up of larger houses into apartments and ADUs. Local zoning regulations often lacked clear guidelines, created uncertainty for homeowners and hindered potential ADU development. Let’s connect.

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6 Reasons to Hire Professional Ac Repair Specialists

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Investing in air conditioning is perhaps one of the most effective strategies to promote the comfort of your home, as it helps regulate humidity and heat to ensure your room maintains a cool temperature. You may also see your energy bulls starting to shoot, thus harming your finances. These include the following: . To Save Money.

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GBBN creates set of housing blocks that reinterpret historic fabric of Cincinnati

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US architecture studio GBBN designed three brick buildings that allow social housing to both "fit in and stand out" in Cincinnati, Ohio.

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The "miracle" of Taiwan's luxury social housing

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Photo by Ethan Lee Meanwhile, a US-style housing voucher system intended to help the poorest households rent privately is beset by discrimination from loosely regulated landlords. Minglun Social Housing, designed by Bio-architecture Formosana and JH Day Building Workshop, was completed in 2020.

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Temporary Modular Buildings: The Future of Construction

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Difficult financing – Modular construction projects often require larger upfront investments than traditional construction projects. This can make it difficult to secure financing, especially for smaller businesses or projects. Still, overall build times are considerably less than regular building processes.