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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.

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Amphibious Architecture: Designing Resilient Coastal Communities for the Future

Architizer

As climate change unfolds, bringing about rising sea levels, increased occurrences of flooding and a surge in climatic events, the concept of living in a floating home — or houseboat — could potentially emerge as a pragmatic and innovative solution to face the environmental challenges associated with coastal living. Rotterdam, Netherlands.

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Ephemeral Structures, Enduring Ideas: Why Architectural Pavilions Still Matter

Architizer

The “À table” 2023 Serpentine Pavilion , designed by Paris-based architect Lina Ghotmeh, blends architectural innovation and cultural symbolism. Designed by Joseph Paxton, it epitomized the Industrial Revolution’s advancements with its innovative use of iron and glass. Order your copy today.

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6 Ways Residential Architecture Can Impact Your Health

Architizer

Beyond mere aesthetics, certain architectural qualities are crucial in shaping our living environments and influencing our physical, mental and emotional well-being. Abundant Natural Light MTMGhouse by NOARQ , Santo Tirso, Portugal One of my favorite podcasts to listen to in my spare time is The Huberman Lab Podcast.

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

Architizer

Beyond these innovative new standards, the water treatment facility evolves toward a model for learning and cultivating community awareness about water treatment processes and environmental stewardship. MWA also master-planned improvements to Windjammer Park adjacent to the site to weave the new development into the existing context.

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Deep Dive: Unearthing the Potential of Underground Development

Architizer

Singapore stands out as a pioneering leader in this field , while Japan, South Korea, China and Finland are also engaged in underground development as a sustainable response to urban congestion. Beyond transport infrastructure and storage facilities, underground spaces offer exciting possibilities for urban development.

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Competitions: Call for Entries : DUBAI 2100 Ideas Competition by Creathlon

Bustler

Its contemporary high-rise architecture, comprising glass, steel, and concrete, has set new benchmarks in urban design and architecture, earning global recognition for its world-record-breaking developments. Dubai is also committed to promoting social cohesion and tolerance, home to people from over 200 different nationalities.