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Sustainable Suburban Expansion: How Architects Are Reawakening Dormant Developments

Architizer

Addressing the ecological, economic and social challenges caused by urban sprawl underscores the urgent need for a sustainable approach to suburban expansion. Further, this forward-thinking approach embraces sustainable design practices, including green building techniques and energy efficiency.

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Deep Dive: Unearthing the Potential of Underground Development

Architizer

Consider the possibilities of expanding underground development to encompass a broader range of building typologies. Numerous countries across the globe are actively venturing into underground development beyond transportation and utility infrastructure. Utrecht, Netherlands. Photos by Petra Appelhof. Shanghai, China.

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ZAC Saint-Martin Apartments by Aldric Beckmann Architects: A Sustainable Design in Toulouse

Archeyes

The ZAC Saint-Martin Apartments in Toulouse, designed by Aldric Beckmann Architects, is a sustainable and innovative project that blends seamlessly with the surrounding greenery and the Concerted Urban Development Zone.

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Milan's L'Innesto development to provide net-zero social housing

Deezen

L'Innesto Milan is one of the winners of the Reinventing Cities global urban development competition , and Barreca & La Varra is aiming to make it the first zero-carbon example of Italy's "housing sociale". Read: Urban developments that "strive for zero carbon" to start on site in Milan, Paris, Reykjavik and Oslo.

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A conversation with Quang Truong: carbon fiber, zoning, and architecture's slow evolution

Portland Architecture

And that's before he wrote the world's first book about composite materials in architecture, became a Portland State University professor, and founded a software company to visualize complex zoning codes. Recently I talked with Truong to learn more about all these things: composite materials, zoning, education, mass timber.

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UNStudio wins competition for new mixed-use development in Düsseldorf

aasarchitecture

The New Heart proposal The proposed New Heart development is located directly on the Kennedydamm, in a unique location in Düsseldorf that is set to undergo major changes in the coming years. Accessibility, individuality and diversity form the cornerstones of the sustainable urban planning and architectural strategy.

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Sustainable Architecture: How Green Building Practices are Reshaping the Industry

DesignRulz

In the fast-paced architecture world, wherein buildings rise and cities expand rapidly, enforcing sustainable practices must be prioritized. However, a sustainable building goes beyond bricks and mortar. Architects are pivotal in executing these sustainable routines, affecting how buildings are designed, built, and utilized.