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Hotels in Mexico: Utilizing Natural Materials and Waste in Contemporary Construction

ArchDaily

Image © Pacha Mother / Adrian Hernandez In the quest to promote a more sustainable construction where the use of natural materials contributes to the transmission of local traditions and cultures , an increasing number of architecture projects are exploring different resources and techniques to address environmental, economic, or social concerns.

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

Architizer

The plates, of course, use the most sustainable concrete available on the market. From the jump, our conversation was all about proving his thesis that geometry, or building technique, is more important than materials when it comes to sustainable construction. Block, it must be noted, is no longer simply a researcher.

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Christien Meindertsma invents technique for 3D printing with wool

Deezen

Dutch designer Christien Meindertsma has developed a robot that can build three-dimensional volumes out of wool. The device uses a felting technique to bind the wool together The attachment works with all different types of wool. It's a technique you can use with any European wool," the designer told Dezeen.

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Mizzi Studio Designs 9 Royal Parks Kiosks Using Sustainable Materials and Traditional Craft Techniques

Architizer

Their design responds to the Grade I-listed landscape, with sustainable materials and traditional craft techniques creating simple, functional forms. The kiosks mark the entrances to Hyde Park, Green Park and St James’s Park, designed as 360-degree sculptural entities with canopies that swell out like a tree’s crown.

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Solar passive building techniques contribute to sustainable designs & energy efficiency: Ar. Shailendra Surana

Building and Interiors

Regarding the future of architecture, there is no doubt that sustainable building materials and designs… The post Solar passive building techniques contribute to sustainable designs & energy efficiency: Ar. Shailendra Surana appeared first on Building And Interiors.

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Architects’ Guide: 18 Ways To Make Your Designs More Sustainable

Architizer

In an era where the health of our planet is more critical than ever, embracing sustainability in our architectural projects isn’t just beneficial — it’s essential. Amidst the pressing challenges of climate change and environmental degradation, the call for sustainable practices has never been louder.

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Architects Guide: 18 Ways To Make Your Designs More Sustainable

Architizer

In an era where the health of our planet is more critical than ever, embracing sustainability in our architectural projects isn’t just beneficial — it’s essential. Amidst the pressing challenges of climate change and environmental degradation, the call for sustainable practices has never been louder.