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Sustainable Suburban Expansion: How Architects Are Reawakening Dormant Developments

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By prioritizing pedestrian-friendly spaces and promoting alternative transportation methods — such as public transit and shared micro-mobility — New Urbanism aims to reduce dependence on private vehicles. This holistic approach to transportation planning can reduce traffic congestion, improve air quality and enhance community well-being.

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Deep Dive: Unearthing the Potential of Underground Development

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Underground construction has traditionally been associated with transportation infrastructure, storage facilities and utility tunnels. Numerous countries across the globe are actively venturing into underground development beyond transportation and utility infrastructure. Architects: Want to have your project featured?

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Västerås Travel Center by BIG – Bjarke Ingels Group

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The roof answers dilemmas caused by the city’s ongoing development by connecting the transportation hub’s complex programs in a clearly readable unit. On top of this landscape an environment of commercial surfaces with street furniture and protected zones gives an organic and soft expression.

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Skidmore, Owings & Merrill (SOM) Design Iconic External Diagrid for Shenzhen Rural Commercial Bank Headquarters

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Shenzhen Rural Commercial Bank Headquarters is the new home for a bank that has grown from a rural credit union into a modern commercial bank. The structural system serves multiple purposes at once, creating an open and column-free environment, which is passively shaded and naturally ventilated. Project Status: Built.

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Where Modern Urbanism Went Wrong (and 6 Ways To Get It Back on Track)

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One approach is the implementation of traffic calming measures, such as road narrowing, chicanes, speed bumps and pedestrian zones, which reduce vehicle speeds and improve safety. Modern urban planning often sidelines public spaces for commercial and residential development, leading to underutilized areas.

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Chongqing Yuelai TOD by CAN

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The TOD development is located in Chongqing Yuelai Eco-City, a strategic zone of Liangjiang New Area, whereas Liangjiang New Area is the first national-level opening up area in inland China. The design promotes sustainable living and aims to create a liveable and ecological environment. Image © CAN. Image © CAN. Image © CAN.

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Wuhan Film Production Studio Plot D and Plot E by Aedas and gad

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Andy Wen and Executive Director Yijun Qian led the team to win the competition of Wuhan Film Production Studio Plot D and Plot E (Residential and Commercial) Design Scheme in the heart of city. The overall Cloud City development is a mix of office, residential and commercial.