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The Resilient Construction Imperative in the Face of Climate Change

Santa Cruz Architect

In the midst of these challenges, resilient construction practices emerge as a critical solution to ensure the longevity and adaptability of our built environment. This article explores the importance of resilient construction in the context of changing climate conditions, emphasizing the twin pillars of durability and adaptability.

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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. The result is a remarkable self-built residential property unlike any other.

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Fuggerei of the Future | MVRDV

ArchiDiaries

To celebrate the 500th anniversary of the world’s oldest social housing complex, the Fuggerei in Augsburg, MVRDV partnered with the Fugger Foundations to develop a manual for the creation of new Fuggerei around the world, allowing the concept to adapt to new contexts while ensuring that they adhere to the values and principles of the original.

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Nanjing Joy City by Benoy

aasarchitecture

The project will also leverage the high growth rate of the urban development axis on Pubin Road and the Chengnan River vitality zone. With commercial blocks to the west, it adopts the construction style of traditional lanes and alleys. In this way, it creates new retail space for Millennials within the urban landscape.

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Nanjing Joy City by Benoy

aasarchitecture

The project will also leverage the high growth rate of the urban development axis on Pubin Road and the Chengnan River vitality zone. With commercial blocks to the west, it adopts the construction style of traditional lanes and alleys. In this way, it creates new retail space for Millennials within the urban landscape.

Cities 52
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10 Narrative-Driven Architectural Drawings Win the “Storied Drawing Awards”

Architizer

While the Egyptian government has been dragging people out of their homes in Warraq and Sinai as development plans move forward, people are forced into poorly planned habitats that pay no real attention to people’s needs or their economic activities. Only then, people can be part of a better urban future.

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Spanish Architecture News: Buildings in Spain

e-architect

Spanish Architecture News 2022, Building Projects, New Construction Design, Property Images. Contemporary Building Development in Spain – New Built Environment Updates. The NIU project arises with the purpose of innovating construction systems to increase precision in the materialization of architecture. 22 September 2021.