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The Future of Architecture: 10 Transformative Design Principles for a Sustainable World

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This article was written by Edward Mazria, FAIA, the founder and CEO of Architecture 2030 whose mission is to rapidly transform the built environment from a major emitter of greenhouse gases to a central source of solutions to the climate crisis. Roof Gardens These principles continue to influence urban planners and architects to this day.

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Sneak peek: The Chedi Hegra in Saudi Arabia’s first UNESCO World Heritage Site

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Situated within Saudi Arabia’s first UNESCO World Heritage Site and opening by Q4 2023, The Chedi Hegra will offer 35 bespoke guestrooms, each with its own distinct connection to the Hegra landscape, a breath-taking testimony of human expression within the natural environment.

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Sustainable Suburban Expansion: How Architects Are Reawakening Dormant Developments

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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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Sustainable Practice: 7 Examples of Radically Resilient and Adaptable Architecture

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Each year, the best blueprints are recognized in the Architizer A+Awards , and for 2023 a full Sustainability category was introduced. Located in China’s Jiangnan region, this large development provides food production, flood protection, water purification, biodiversity protection, and new homes in an attractive green delta environment.

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House Hh by a2o architecten

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An old bungalow looked dilapidated and the garden was overgrown; the site was strongly separated from the surroundings. We went in search of a sustainable future vision for this beautiful place to live. The new house nestles in this restored environment. New trees and forest vegetation are planted around the house.

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Sustainable Hotel Brand Beyond Green Adds Five New Hotels

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Since it first opened its doors in 2017, Edgewood Tahoe has continued to uphold its commitment to sustainability with the installation of electric car charging stations, a decrease in the use of water and chemicals, and an expansion of the wildlife habitat at the Edgewood Tahoe Golf Course.

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Sustainable hotel brand Beyond Green grows its global portfolio

Hotel Designs

Guests can relax and rejuvenate at the resort’s intimate spa with sea inspired services or indulge in local and sustainable cuisine in the ocean view dining room, Sea Glass. The new offerings come on the tail of a year of growth for Beyond Green, which saw new properties in Canada, Spain, and the Caribbean in 2022.