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Adaptive Reuse as a Strategy for Sustainable Urban Development and Regeneration

ArchDaily

Image © Simon Menges “New ideas must use old buildings,” said Jane Jacobs in her seminal book The Death and Life of Great American Cities , championing the reuse of existing building stock as a means to catalyze positive change and foster diverse urban environments.

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Five key projects by architect and Dezeen Awards judge Francine Houben

Deezen

Together with the partners, we lead the firm in creating architecture that responds to the context, culture, client requirements, and environment, enriching the human experience through thoughtful and sustainable design," Houben told Dezeen. Houben explained each award is a "testament to the hard work, creativity, and dedication of our team".

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Harvard University Science and Engineering Complex by Behnisch Architekten | Universities

Architonic

The building’s adaptable, innovative environments support the school’s profound commitment to cutting-edge academic collaboration, create vibrant public spaces at a variety of scales, and set a distinctive architectural tone for the Allston campus.

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A City Within a City: How Micro-City Design Breathes New Life into Multi-Use Concepts

Architizer

Urban Ecosystems: The Rise of Micro-Cities for Vibrant and Harmonious Living Urban developments conceptualized as micro-cities integrate high-density living with diverse mixed-use functionalities, revolutionizing urban living within the broader context of existing cities.

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Ephemeral Structures, Enduring Ideas: Why Architectural Pavilions Still Matter

Architizer

The latest edition of “ Architizer: The World’s Best Architecture ” — a stunning, hardbound book celebrating the most inspiring contemporary architecture from around the globe — is now available. Order your copy today. Order your copy today.

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Building Bridges: How Architects Are Ripping Up the Rulebook on Water Treatment Facility Architecture

Architizer

In the realm of urban development, these projects transcend the mere functionality of water purification, envisioning these indispensable facilities as integral components of a larger recreational system encompassing parks and gardens.

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Where Modern Urbanism Went Wrong (and 6 Ways To Get It Back on Track)

Architizer

Urban planners can also encourage pedestrianism by integrating green spaces and street trees, which not only beautify the environment but also provide necessary shade and reduce pollution. This integration supported a vibrant street life, with shops, homes and public spaces interwoven into the urban fabric.

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