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New Directions: 7 Ways Contemporary Architects Are Shaking Up Traditional Transport Spaces

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Yet, in deft hands, transportation structures can transcend this hazy realm of the in-between to become meaningful destinations in their own right. Meanwhile, a parking zone was absorbed into a new, wider public pathway that accommodates pedestrians and cyclists amid a burgeoning ecosystem of planting.

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Sustainable Interior Design: 6 Thought-Provoking Projects Prioritizing the Planet

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Leading the field, these six remarkable spaces recognized in the Sustainable Interior Project category of the 11 th A+Awards showcase the best eco-conscious design — and offer valuable blueprints for the industry. There’s impressive engineering behind this deceptively simple concept.

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The Future of Architecture: 10 Transformative Design Principles for a Sustainable World

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The urgency to address the pressing issues of climate change, social inequalities and the need for sustainable, resilient and livable communities is more evident than ever. Function-Based Zones 2. This necessitates a fundamental shift by implementing transformative architecture and planning concepts and design principles.

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The Evolution of the “15-Minute City” Concept

A4 Architects

Aerial view of Newport, Rhode Island (Photo Credits: PJ Dougherty) The 15-Minute City is an urban design concept that aims to create neighborhoods where all of a resident’s essential needs can be met within a 15-minute walk or bike ride. This includes access to housing, food, work, education, healthcare, recreation, and culture.

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DOXS NKLN by GRAFT

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Image © GRAFT The concept envisages a mixed-use development consisting of office and commercial units as well as educational and cultural facilities. This zone is intended to house small-scale manufacturers, gastronomy, cultural facilities, and a daycare center – uses that require a vibrant outdoor area.

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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. However, despite its historical presence, the concept of underground homes still faces challenges in the modern context. Architects: Want to have your project featured? Shanghai, China.

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Self-Healing Technology for High-Performance Coatings

SW Oregon Architect

president and CEO of Autonomic Materials explains the concepts underlying the technology of self-healing high-performance coatings. In a nutshell, the concept of self-healing coatings draws inspiration from biological systems and mimics their ability to regenerate and heal. Gerald Wilson , Ph.D