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Amphibious Architecture: Designing Resilient Coastal Communities for the Future

Architizer

As climate change unfolds, bringing about rising sea levels, increased occurrences of flooding and a surge in climatic events, the concept of living in a floating home — or houseboat — could potentially emerge as a pragmatic and innovative solution to face the environmental challenges associated with coastal living.

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The Resilient Construction Imperative in the Face of Climate Change

Santa Cruz Architect

Concept of dreams about a new home. Durability: The Foundation of Resilience Durability is the bedrock of resilient construction. Additionally, investing in robust foundations and structural designs can ensure the long-term integrity of buildings in the face of seismic activities and other environmental stresses.

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Fuggerei of the Future | MVRDV

ArchiDiaries

Excerpt: Fuggerei of the Future is a public program developed by the architectural firm MVRDV that proposes building blocks that are climate responsive. Finally, in Augsburg, the study’s formula manifests as a more dense urban development. It responds to the tremendous social and ecological questions of our time.

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"If we want a new materiality we have to reimagine our relationship with the world"

Deezen

Promotion: architects Joseph Grima and Vo Trong Nghia were among a group of international urban design thinkers who met at the 2022 Living Cities Forum in Melbourne, Australia to discuss the construction industry's material use in a world of finite resources. Since 2007, the decorated firm has won more than 130 international awards.

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Back to Basics: What is the Meaning of “Tectonic” in Architecture Today?

Architizer

This thought process laid the foundation for Vitruvius, a Roman architect and engineer, to articulate the fundamental principles of good architecture: firmitas , utilitas and venustas — firmness, utility and delight.

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Tarpon Bend Residence, Fort Lauderdale USA

e-architect

Reflecting the firm’s deep commitment to a design philosophy it dubs ‘Environmental Modernism,’ the award-winning residence also showcases numerous sustainable design moves. Berkowitz Contemporary Foundation , Miami Design District. Berkowitz Contemporary Foundation. Metropica Development , South Florida.

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Manchester School of Architecture presents 13 architecture student projects

Deezen

The &rchitecture course explores how professional and personal behaviour can enable urban development and construction to be more inclusive, respond to diverse economic models, protect and produce public commons, and make sustainable use of materials and labour. Making our cities more inclusive has never been more urgent.

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