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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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American Housing Month – June 2023 Is Here!!!

Aric Gitomer Architect

During American Housing Month, organizations and government agencies across the country may hold events, workshops, and outreach programs to educate the public on housing-related issues. Each year, the American Housing Survey (AHS) is sponsored is sponsored by the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and conducted by the U.S.

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Six social architecture projects highlighted at Re:Arc symposium in Colombia

Deezen

Held in Bogotá's Museo Del Chico in March, Re:Arc's third symposium featured presentations from design studios and initiatives such as São Paulo-based Arquitetura Na Periferia , which seeks to educate women in construction techniques and Argentina-based Region Austral, a studio centred around community-based urban planning.

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IAAC Unveils the Design for Mobile World Capital Pavilion at Mobile World Congress 2024

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Themed as “Remember the Future,” the inauguration featured His Majesty, the King of Spain, and other guests including government officials and industry leaders. IAAC has already designed the pavilion for MWC 2023, which featured a large cross with six arms constructed using Cross-Laminated Timber (CLT).

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Maldives reveals "world's first true floating island city" to cope with rising sea levels

Deezen

With the Maldives islands predicted to be uninhabitable by 2100 due to rising sea levels, the government of the Maldives hopes to offer up to 20,000 locals and foreigners the opportunity to move to the floating city as early as 2024. In the Maldives, 80 per cent of the country sits less than one metre (three feet) above sea level.

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Competitions: International Competition for Implementation-Oriented Urban Design of the Core Area of Hangzhou Linping Digital & Smart City

Bustler

The city is opening up a new development pattern facing the world and the future. On the basis of the Hangzhou Eastern Intelligent Manufacturing Corridor, the Hangzhou Municipal Government further proposed the strategic concept of "One Core and Two Wings" to integrate spatial resources in the eastern part of the city. Ltd, Shenzhen.

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YACademy architecture students design conceptual pediatric clinics

Deezen

Group 1's clinic centres around an inner courtyard "These architecture projects focus on pediatric clinics, which range from buildings that aim to generate a sense of community, to projects intended to enhance the urban development of a remote village. To view more about YACademy, visit its website.