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They Built Their Japanese-Inspired Home So That Their Children Could Inherit It

Dwell

In Melbourne, a family builds a forever house with simplicity, sustainability, and longevity top of mind. The striking shou sugi ban cladding is one of this family home’s many sustainable measures. Photo: Marnie Hawson Natalie and Lauren opted for high-quality finishes to ensure the kitchen would stand up to many years of use.

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Sustainable Interior Design: 6 Thought-Provoking Projects Prioritizing the Planet

Architizer

Ethically sourced fixtures and fittings with low carbon footprints can infuse schemes with character, creating immersive spaces that not only inspire but also actively contribute to a better future. Lightweight and easy to transport and assemble, this ingenious system could spell a more sustainable future for exhibition typologies.

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Design trend predictions for 2024 include rush for sustainable accreditation

Deezen

His predictions for what we will see when it comes to design next year range from the rise of material intelligence to the rush for sustainable accreditation. Fifty shades of sustainable For several years now, overuse of the word 'sustainable' across all areas of society has reached the point where its very meaning has become opaque.

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Turning Corn Waste Into an Innovative Bio-Based Material

ArchDaily

Adopting the spirit of the circular economy by harnessing agricultural waste such as corn cobs, rice straw, and sugar cane bagasse for building materials marks a fundamental shift towards sustainable practices, promoting a closed-loop system that minimizes waste and optimizes resource efficiency.

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Architects’ Guide: 18 Ways To Make Your Designs More Sustainable

Architizer

In an era where the health of our planet is more critical than ever, embracing sustainability in our architectural projects isn’t just beneficial — it’s essential. Amidst the pressing challenges of climate change and environmental degradation, the call for sustainable practices has never been louder.

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Asking $4.9M, a Sustainable Home in Bend Embraces the Outdoors

Dwell

Minimal, sleek finishes complement soaring, sloped ceilings that reach a height of 22 feet. Built with a focus on sustainability and efficiency, this home’s innovative use of technology includes solar panels, geothermal and radiant heating, and mini splits, while ICF walls and structural insulated panels ensure optimal insulation year round.

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Talenti Outdoor Living: Where design meets sustainability

Habitus Living

For the company’s founder Fabrizio Cameli inspiration starts not with market trends, material innovation or functional requirements but with consideration of the environment in which Talenti furniture will eventually find itself. Inspired by the theme of a wooden box, the collection is presented in a rigorous language.