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Is Mass Timber a Good Choice for Seismic Zones?

ArchDaily

But some are extremely potent, and when they occur near urban areas, they are one of the most destructive forces on Earth, causing death and damage to the built environment. Some solutions and materials work better in the event of an earthquake. Wood is one of them.

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All(zone) chosen to design MPavilion 2022 in Melbourne

Deezen

Bangkok architecture studio All(zone) has been revealed as the next practice to design Melbourne's MPavilion , an annual architecture commission similar to London's Serpentine Pavilion. Bangkok-based architecture studio All(zone) will become the ninth designer of the pavilion.

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Modulyss' carpet tiles aim to "foster an environment of comfort and inclusion"

Deezen

Modulyss has nine carpet tile collections that each offer numerous design variations Carpet tiles can help both to zone areas and to indicate spatial transitions to people who have visual impairments through their striking patterns and their use in tandem with each other, says the company. Find out more about Dezeen partnership content here.

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The Timeless Appeal of Spanish-style Houses: A Guide to Design, Materials and Adaptation in Urban Environment

DesignRulz

A Spanish-style house located in an urban environment would likely incorporate elements of traditional Spanish architecture, such as terracotta roof tiles, stucco exterior walls, and arched openings. However, the design of the house would need to be adapted to the constraints of an urban environment.

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Undulating green roof helps Creek Cabin "live in harmony with the surrounding environment"

Deezen

Creek Cabin is a house in Suffolk by MAP Architecture and Jon Broome Architects "For me, this project was about finding a way to live in harmony with the surrounding environment," MAP Architecture partner Robert Mawson told Dezeen. To be flood resilient, the bricks had to be selected with a low moisture absorption.

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Advertecture: 7 Stylistic Spaces Blending Branding with the Built Environment

Architizer

The built environment can be an integral part of this strategy. From a bustling stock exchange, a dynamic head office and a flagship store to an electric car charging station and a scientific symposium, discover how these seven outstanding projects, celebrated at the 11 th A+Awards , are fusing branding and the built environment.

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Marge Arkitekter Break the Volume and Create Varied Outdoor Environment for the Kvarnkullen Kindergarten

Architizer

While to the rear, facing the surrounding green spaces and the children’s play area, the volume is broken down to create a more varied outdoor environment at a more childlike scale. The demand of the wear and tear on the building and outdoor environment was therefore of high importance. © Johan Fowelin. © Johan Fowelin.