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Eugene/Architecture/Alphabet: O

SW Oregon Architect

It has provided eligible individuals ever since with the opportunity to live independently, but in an environment that provides support activities such as cleaning, cooking, and transportation. Popular at the time of its construction, the lift slab technique has since fallen from favor.

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Feel the Burn: 6 Strategically Scorched Buildings That Celebrate Shou Sugi Ban

Architizer

Shou sugi ban, originally known as yakisugi, is an ancient wood-burning technique developed in Japan centuries ago. Prized for its dual protective and aesthetic qualities, this time-honored material treatment is now utilized all over the world. Inside, black wood-clad walls envelop patrons and create an intimate, cocooning atmosphere.

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Alsar Atelier and Oscar Zamora create Bogotá fog catcher

Deezen

It uses a construction fabric to collect water "Transforming into a semi-industrialized construction context since the early 2000s, this material was introduced within the Colombian construction system relatively recently, and it is rarely used in the informal environments of the country," Alsar Atelier founder Alejandro Saldarriaga told Dezeen.

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Greenpoint’s New Library Connects Community, Education, and the Environment

Architizer

The greatest design challenge faced during the project was the potential limitations imposed by a particular portion of the zoning resolution. Over 25% of all building materials utilized on this project use recycled content; 29% of materials are regionally sourced. Over 87% of all wood comes from sustainably managed forests.

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Back to Basics: Bioclimatic Design, Learning from History to Build For The Future

Architizer

At its core, bioclimatic architecture is guided by the local environment, incorporating intricate yet traditional ecological principles into the initial planning process of architecture. Many techniques fall under the banner of bioclimatic architecture, with each continent and society having unique requirements. Photos by Casey Dunn.

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Sustainable Architecture: How Green Building Practices are Reshaping the Industry

DesignRulz

Architects are pivotal in executing these sustainable routines, affecting how buildings are designed, built, and utilized. This multidisciplinary technique helps make sure that eco-friendly considerations are incorporated into every design aspect—enhancing energy efficiency, materials usage, and environmental implementation.

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Sustainable Suburban Expansion: How Architects Are Reawakening Dormant Developments

Architizer

Further, this forward-thinking approach embraces sustainable design practices, including green building techniques and energy efficiency. Moreover, it aligns with broader sustainability goals, promoting eco-friendly modes of travel that minimize environmental impact and create a more livable and resilient suburban environment.