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How to Improve Internal and External Environments with Glass Ceilings

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Image © XINLEE As a highly transparent material that stands up to all but the most extreme of weather conditions, is easily formed into any size or shape, and, once formed, will last for thousands of years, glass is still one of the most innovative and crucial materials used in architecture. Read more »

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Casting Furniture with Upcycled Plastics and Urban Debris: Los Colados Project

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Courtesy of Locus For decades, our society and the development of our built environment have been strongly associated with intensive extractive processes. While these methods were fundamental to the growth of urban areas, they also laid the groundwork for significant challenges that contemporary generations face today. Read more »

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Durable and Resilient Solar Facades: 5 Essential Architectural Principles

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From compositional, geographic, and environmental elements, facades incorporate a series of gestures that shape the building envelope, serving as the interface between the environment and life inside the building. They generate a positive impact on the built environment by seamlessly incorporating sustainable energy production into buildings.

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Exploring Indigenous Wisdom: A Journey through Architecture Rooted in Tradition and Community

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As traditional custodians of the land, indigenous communities posses a profound understanding of their ecosystems, locally-available materials, cultural norms and social constrains. This knowledge holds insights valuable for shaping contemporary architecture, helping it adapt to both the people and their environments.

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Studio Wok designs Milan bakery Pan as contemporary take on Japanese culture

Deezen

The intention was for a deeper understanding, working on the concept of quality, both in materials and in details." Fibreglass was also used for an external bench "We did a lot of research looking for a 'poor' material that could be ennobled by being used in an innovative way," Studio Wok told Dezeen.

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The Essential Role of Commercial Seating in Contemporary Architecture

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Within contemporary architectural design, the importance of commercial seating plays a pivotal role. These pieces are more than just practical; they significantly contribute to the visual and functional quality of both public and commercial environments.

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The Role of Sustainable Materials in Today’s Architectural Design 

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As societal tides continue to pivot towards global sustainability practices, contemporary architectural design is undergoing a transformative shift. The incorporation of sustainable materials is no longer a fleeting trend, but a pivotal force in shaping the future of architecture.