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A City Within a City: How Micro-City Design Breathes New Life into Multi-Use Concepts

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Urban Ecosystems: The Rise of Micro-Cities for Vibrant and Harmonious Living Urban developments conceptualized as micro-cities integrate high-density living with diverse mixed-use functionalities, revolutionizing urban living within the broader context of existing cities.

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Five key projects by architect and Dezeen Awards judge Francine Houben

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"Together with the partners, we lead the firm in creating architecture that responds to the context, culture, client requirements, and environment, enriching the human experience through thoughtful and sustainable design," Houben told Dezeen.

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Building Bridges: How Architects Are Ripping Up the Rulebook on Water Treatment Facility Architecture

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There is, however, a discernible shift towards designing water treatment facilities with a newfound emphasis on aesthetics, sustainability and integration into the landscape. In both instances, the projects seamlessly fuse the built environment with the natural landscape, with wetlands taking center stage as distinctive highlights.

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Eco Quartier Building: Sustainable Living for a Greener Future

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The global climate crisis has prompted many people to rethink their way of living and embrace sustainable practices that reduce their carbon footprint. Eco quartier buildings have emerged as a popular solution that provides sustainable living spaces for communities. What is an Eco Quartier Building? What is an Eco Quartier Building?

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The Future of Architecture: BioDiverCities and Nature-based Solutions (NbS)

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Imagine a city where vibrant green spaces and natural solutions not only enhance our urban landscapes but also boost our well-being, creating healthier and happier urban environments. Architects and landscape architects are instrumental in the practical implementation of NbS in urban environments.

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Sustainability and liveability claims of Saudi 170-kilometre city are "naive" say experts

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"There would be so many physical and environmental phenomena that would have to be dealt with to achieve the incredible minimal and singular character that the renderings propose," said Marshall Brown, director of the Princeton Urban Imagination Center and an associate professor of architecture at Princeton University.

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Deep Dive: Unearthing the Potential of Underground Development

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However, despite its historical presence, the concept of underground homes still faces challenges in the modern context. Singapore stands out as a pioneering leader in this field , while Japan, South Korea, China and Finland are also engaged in underground development as a sustainable response to urban congestion.