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Looking Forward to COP28: Can Decisions About the Built Environment Save Us From the Climate Crisis?

ArchDaily

The COP presidency has launched a consultation on thematic areas, encouraging international stakeholders to highlight the most pressing issues that should be prioritized in COP28. The themes for this year are Technology & Innovation, Inclusion, Frontline Communities, and Finance. Read more »

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The New Language of Building by Reinier de Graaf

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How to build world-class, award winning, creative, innovative, sustainable, liveable and beautiful spaces that foster a sense of place and well being. What is the meaning of “innovation” in architecture? Book cover What is the significance of such terms? When does a building warrant the label “world-class”?

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IQON by BIG completes first building in South America

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IQON (by BIG) and QORNER (by Safdie Architects) represent the ongoing transformation of Quito into a cornerstone of architecture, design and innovation. and IFC (International Finance Corporation). Photo © Pablo Casals Aguirre. Source by BIG. Photo © Pablo Casals Aguirre.

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Nanjing K.Wah G72 by UNStudio

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UNStudio’s proposed design concept envisions a dynamic waterfront community, a low-density and lush green working-living environment, which is expected to add new vibrancy to Nanjing, while contributing as a hub for culture, finance and innovation.

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"Listening to any contemporary conversation on architecture is like being indulged in a form of Orwellian Newspeak"

Deezen

A place for people from across the globe to make their mark on the world in creative and innovative ways, created by a team of world-class architects and engineers". What is the meaning of "creativity" or "innovation" in architecture? "An unprecedented urban living experience". "A When does a building warrant the label "world-class"?

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IQON Quito, Ecuador mixed-use building

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IQON (by BIG) and QORNER (by Safdie Architects) represent the ongoing transformation of Quito into a cornerstone of architecture, design and innovation. and IFC (International Finance Corporation). In addition to IQON, BIG and Uribe Schwarzkopf’s EPIQ Residences, located nearby, is slated to finish construction in 2023.

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Why Do I Wear Ties?

SW Oregon Architect

A much younger me (on the far left) with the other members of the Urban Innovations Group in 1987. 1) The modern practice of wearing conservative neckties persists in certain fields, such as finance, law, and business consultancies. That's Charles W. Moore seated in front. Most of the guys are wearing ties.

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