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17 Most Incredible Sustainable Houses that Sync with Nature

Architecture Ideas

While homes are your go-to places to feel secure, sustainable homes make a promise of safety to the natural environment. With certain breakthroughs in technology, designers have cracked the code for a greener approach by building sustainable houses. 17 Most Incredible Sustainable Homes Embedded in Nature. S House, Vietnam.

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The next steps for a sustainable, decarbonized future

BD+C

The next steps for a sustainable, decarbonized future 0 qpurcell Thu, 03/02/2023 - 13:03 Sustainability For building owners and developers, the push to net zero energy and carbon neutrality is no longer an academic discussion. Government regulators are increasingly requiring that buildings perform more efficiently.

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The Village at Alyeska by Skylab

aasarchitecture

The multi-phased project began with an extensive master planning effort, building upon the foundation of the original plan. Elements of sustainability and environmental stewardship will be integral to the fabric of the design, woven throughout to reflect a commitment to preserving the pristine wilderness of the region.

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49 Sustainability Organizations For Architects Around the World

Architizer

From certification systems to subsidies for sustainable construction, there is no shortage of incentives and signposts to help guide the AEC industry toward a cleaner future. While architects routinely taut buildings as “sustainable,” it is a challenge to provide a universal measure of sustainability for architecture globally.

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Moody Nolan unveils design of athletic facility at Obama presidential campus

Deezen

The Obama Foundation and US architecture studio Moody Nolan have released images of an athletic facility to be built on the Obama Presidential Center campus in Chicago. Called Home Court, the building will host a regulation-size NBA basketball court , sports facilities and community spaces and serve as a wellness and gathering hub.

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Re-imagining Construction: The Top 20 Tallest Mass Timber Buildings

Santa Cruz Architect

Photo by Voll Arkitekter + Rikardo Foto Mass timber construction has revolutionized the architectural landscape, offering a sustainable and innovative alternative to traditional building materials. To ensure stability, the basement, foundation, and cores are built from concrete. Mjøstårnet is the tallest mass timber building in Europe.

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Sustainable Practice: Kunlé Adeyemi on Makoko Floating Systems and Building Water Cities

Architizer

The community — its demographic, economy, infrastructure, social system — and policies and regulations for building in Lagos. But we soon saw that even with this, putting foundations into mud means costs quickly escalate. The legal framework. ” Architizer is thrilled to announce the winners of the 11th Annual A+Awards !