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Philippe Block on Sustainable Construction: “Building Technique Is More Important Than Materials”

Architizer

With this type, there is no space for any sort of conversational filler. From the jump, our conversation was all about proving his thesis that geometry, or building technique, is more important than materials when it comes to sustainable construction. With the right geometry, a lot can be done with a small amount of materials.

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Designers invent new materials from old jeans for exhibition at Levi's London concept store

Deezen

Promotion: fur and ink made from denim offcuts are just some of the experimental materials that have been created as part of a collaboration between Levi's and the British Council. Together, Envisions and STORE created 75 individual experiments that are made using techniques such as 3D printing, weaving and braiding.

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Mizzi Studio Designs 9 Royal Parks Kiosks Using Sustainable Materials and Traditional Craft Techniques

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Their design responds to the Grade I-listed landscape, with sustainable materials and traditional craft techniques creating simple, functional forms. Architizer: What inspired the initial concept for your design? We believe in the power of public space to bring people together and restore them both physically and emotionally.

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Important Portals: 6 Residential Designs Where Traditional Arches Meet Contemporary Concepts

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These attributes make them ideal for use in large public buildings such as music halls, theaters and sports arenas, where expansive spaces are essential to meet spatial requirements. This concept led them to craft a series of living spaces specifically tailored to accommodate artists, providing environments where creativity can flourish.

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City cars could become smaller thanks to electrification says Peugeot head of concepts

Deezen

The "global footprint of the automotive in big cities" could shrink thanks to advances in car technology, Peugeot 's Philippe-Emmanuel Jean told Dezeen at the European unveiling of the brand's Inception Concept EV.

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Raw but refined interiors that celebrate texture and material

The Spaces

Though hardly a new trend, ‘raw’ has really taken off in 2023 with material textures playing pivotal roles in interior design. The raw aesthetic leans into the rugged side of minimalism, celebrating the texture and honesty of materials. But what exactly is it? Raw interiors are irregular or rough, weathered and often handworked.

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A Reimagined Monument in Germany and a Scent Installation in the Netherlands: 9 Unbuilt Pavilions Submitted by the ArchDaily Community

ArchDaily

Image Courtesy of MAKHNO Studio Whether temporary or permanent, pavilions and urban installations represent an opportunity for architects to experiment with different shapes, materials, and textures. The results are often theatrical, welcoming visitors to new types of spaces, and blending the exterior and the interior. Read more »