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Deep Dive: Unearthing the Potential of Underground Development

Architizer

However, despite its historical presence, the concept of underground homes still faces challenges in the modern context. Underneath, a three-story bicycle parking facility was designed for convenience, speed and safety. Urban Metamorphosis: Exploring Underground Development Shanghai Suhe MixC World by Kokaistudios.

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One Green Mile | MVRDV + studioPOD

ArchiDiaries

Expanding upon this, MVRDV designed sinuous blue stripes to create a cohesive visual identity across all elements of the space, creating a concept for One Green Mile that offers a delightful and holistic urban spatial experience. Paving, bicycle paths, and bright, large-scale zebra crossings promote access and safety.

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Henning Larsen and Ramboll win competition to transform Prague Central Station

aasarchitecture

Driven by the introduction of a new tram line and anticipated 200% increase in the number of visitors, the new future mobility hub signifies a transformative milestone in Prague’s urban development. Our vision for Nový hlavák extends beyond the traditional concept of a station.

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Competitions: reGENERATE Ideas Challenge

Bustler

Entry is open to everyone – community members, students, youth, designers, urban development professionals, climate thought leaders, and everyone in between. How can we plan neighbourhoods that are inclusive and safe for everyone, now and into the future? Entrants can participate individually or in groups.

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Competitions: Food Connect - Home design challenge focusing on spaces for food

Bustler

Since ancient times, the first thing that humans designed was the shelter, built to bring about safety and security against the environment. Today, architecture has developed the concept of a home completely. The beginning of major parts of civilisation began with housing.

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Henning Larsen and Ramboll win competition to transform Prague Central Station

aasarchitecture

Driven by the introduction of a new tram line and anticipated 200% increase in the number of visitors, the new future mobility hub signifies a transformative milestone in Prague’s urban development. Image © Henning Larsen and Ramboll “Our vision for Nový hlavák extends beyond the traditional concept of a station.

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What Is A Manufactured Home?

The Architect's Guide

But the concept of a prefabricated or mobile home has been around for decades. The concept of a manufactured home came into existence in 1976, thanks to the National Manufacturing Housing Construction and Safety Act of 1974. But the Safety Act, passed by the U.S. Benefits and Features.