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Traditional Techniques Applied to Contemporary Architecture in the Amazon

ArchDaily

Photo: Jean Dallazem The architecture of indigenous peoples is deeply rooted in their surroundings, in the sense that materials are locally sourced and empirically tested, to discover the construction techniques and dwellings that best respond to the values of the community and their understanding of housing.

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Carbonized Wood: A Traditional Japanese Technique That Has Conquered the World

ArchDaily

Popular Japanese techniques have reached even the most remote corners of the globe, gaining traction across various fields that range from technical craftsmanship to digital innovation.

Technique 276
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Philippe Block on Sustainable Construction: “Building Technique Is More Important Than Materials”

Architizer

Reducing the amount of concrete used in construction would have a major impact on climate change. Yet they are just as strong, and can easily be used in the construction of high-density, high-rise buildings, meeting a practical need in a world with a population projected to grow by over 2 billion in the next thirty years. Photo by J.

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Lima cultural facility features pink walls and traditional construction techniques

Deezen

The quincha walls reuse soil and adobe from the site and use more straw to lighten and insulate the material. The IFEA headquarters comprises two structures in a narrow, rectangular infill property.

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Bamboo in Latin American Housing: 10 Houses Revealing the Future of the Material in Architecture

ArchDaily

Image © Yeferson Bernal, Juan David Toro The use of local materials in architecture is becoming more and more important as there is a growing need to find new, sustainable construction methods that can help address the current climate crisis. Read more »

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Exploring Local Material in Contemporary Architecture: PWDC Transforms Building Surfaces in Nigeria

ArchDaily

This design practice, Co-led by Adeyemo Shokunbi , aims to contribute to a Nigerian architectural language through the renaissance of local materials. These projects brought the Laterite finishing technique to life and now help build the case for a Nigerian architectural language. Read more »

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Exploring the Realm of Advanced Construction Materials

Santa Cruz Architect

The construction industry is undergoing a transformative phase thanks to breakthroughs in material science. Advanced construction materials are revolutionizing the way we build, offering enhanced durability, sustainability, and efficiency. From self-healing concrete to smart materials, the possibilities seem limitless.