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Sustainable Resort Design: Integrating Green Practices into Site Planning in India, the USA, and the UK

Arcmax Architects

India, the USA, and the UK are leading the charge, adopting innovative green practices in resort site planning to meet the growing demand for eco-friendly travel options. The use of cutting-edge technology, such as geothermal heating and smart building systems, is becoming standard practice.

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From Timeless Materials to High-Tech Hybrids: A New Era in Architecture and Construction

Architizer

This approach creates a building with a localized construction footprint by taking advantage of materials found on-site and nearby CLT mills in Switzerland and Germany. Prefabrication also supports the innovative design solutions characteristic of hybrid construction, enabling complex and flexible designs without on-site constraints.

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Redefining Commercial Spaces: Trends in Modern Workplace Design

The Architecture Designs

Gone are the days of drab, fluorescent-lit cubicles that symbolize a monotonous work environment. These design principles acknowledge the innate human connection to nature and aim to create healthier, more vibrant work environments that boost morale and job satisfaction.

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Foster + Partners completes ICÔNE in Luxembourg

aasarchitecture

The 18,800 square-metre office building, filled with light and greenery, encourages a spirit of co-creation and collaboration. Its layout addresses the need for flexible and safe working environments that will emerge in the future. The scheme is targeted to achieve a BREEAM Excellent rating.

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Sustainable Architecture: How Green Building Practices are Reshaping the Industry

DesignRulz

Sustainable site selection: Architects prioritize site selection based on ecological criteria. Features like excellent insulation, smart glazing, and shading systems also help lower energy usage, making commercial buildings much cozier and less dependent on heating and cooling machinery.

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UNStudio wins competition for NION

aasarchitecture

It incorporates a photovoltaic facade, rainwater management, geothermal heating and cooling (30%-40% cooling / 70% heating), smart building management, demand-based air conditioning and LED lighting, energy recuperating elevators, e-charging stations with intelligent load management and green and open work environments.

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Construction reaches roof levels of landmark development above Hong Kong’s High Speed Rail West Kowloon Terminus by Zaha Hadid Architects

aasarchitecture

of garden terraces, plazas and atriums with shopping and dining on its lower five levels, the development incorporates two pairs of interconnected office towers located at both the northern and southern ends of the site. Providing almost 100,000 sq.

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