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University of Chicago researchers develop ‘chameleon-like’ material that can regulate buildings by changing from solid to liquid

Archinect

Researchers from the University of Chicago’s Pritzker School of Molecular Engineering have published details of a new material that can auto-regulate its environment by changing its infrared colors and liquid-solid state.

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The Future of Architecture: BioDiverCities and Nature-based Solutions (NbS)

Architizer

Imagine a city where vibrant green spaces and natural solutions not only enhance our urban landscapes but also boost our well-being, creating healthier and happier urban environments. Architects and landscape architects are instrumental in the practical implementation of NbS in urban environments. Photos by Rungkit Charoenwat.

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What are the Interior Courtyards of Spanish Houses like? 10 Examples in Contemporary Architecture and Design

ArchDaily

In contemporary housing, a wide range of possibilities is deployed, capable of accommodating various uses and activities that foster the relationship between the interior and exterior environment. Furthermore, notions of energy efficiency, thermal regulation, ventilation, and natural lighting are incorporated, among others.

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HawkinsBrown renovates Reading offices to create a "connection to nature"

Deezen

Informed by changing attitudes to workplace design following the Covid-19 pandemic, the two buildings have been renovated with a focus on wellbeing and a connection to nature. Particular attention was paid to the colour scheme, with a muted palette intended to evoke the nearby natural landscape and create a relaxing atmosphere.

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Sauna escapes that warm up users with natural wellness | News | Architonic

Architonic

</p> <p>The heat and/or humidity cause cardiovascular effects such as increased heart rate, skin blood flow, cardiac output and sweating, which itself facilitates temperature homeostasis – the body’s ability to regulate its core temperature.

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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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Natural Architecture: 7 Landmark Builds Making Landscape the Star Attraction

Architizer

Biodiversity, net zero and ‘nature-positivity’ increasingly direct conversations around the built environment. Architizer’s own series on Sustainable Practice is a case in point, as are myriad international and national regulations being introduced to try and force more ecological responsibility in the industry.