Architizer

DECEMBER 12, 2023

Get your products in front of the AEC industry’s most renowned designers by submitting today. Environmental awareness has become one of the fundamental drivers for innovation in architecture. While many sectors are charging forward, the field of materials is rapidly progressing and reshaping how we approach design specifications.

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ArchDaily

OCTOBER 6, 2023

This innovative process uses silica, a waste product from flue gases, as a carbon-negative cement replacement in concrete. ArchDaily had the chance to interview Sam Draper, CEO of Seratech, about the company's role in building a sustainable construction industry and their plans for scaling their innovative process. Read more »

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Deezen

MARCH 20, 2024

By making it easier to identify textiles that have a greater positive impact on people and planet, FranklinTill hopes to enable a shift towards regenerative materials. "We We can only move towards a regenerative approach to textiles by understanding the full lifecycle of our materials," said co-founder FranklinTill Caroline Till. "As

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MLL Atelier

JUNE 26, 2023

Why Innovation Matters Innovation is a crucial factor in advancing society forward. The concept of difference-in-degree and difference-in-kind illustrates the two forms of innovation. The latter, also known as disruptive innovation, can completely revolutionize an industry or society.

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Deezen

MARCH 21, 2024

Launched in 1949 on the premise of "pushing recycling in the design industry" by turning industrial textile waste into premium rugs, all of the brand’s products now contain 68 per cent waste material. Bolon's products contain 68 per cent waste material "Recycling is woven into everything we do," Bolon told Dezeen. "In

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ArchDaily

MARCH 28, 2024

So what is with the hype about innovation in “mass timber” construction over the past few years? The color photos show some impressive buildings in places where the wood industry has always been healthy, such as the Pacific Northwest and Scandinavia. The Japanese build log cabins with imported material that might as well be gold.

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Archinect

AUGUST 31, 2022

Rocker joins Georgia Tech after working in the software industry and holding separate academic positions at the Harvard GSD between 2005 and 2020. The School of Architecture at Georgia Tech University has announced the appointment of Ingeborg Rocker as its new Chair and William Harrison Professor of Architecture effective September 1st.

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Archinect

FEBRUARY 6, 2023

based engineering firm Buro Happold, says the real culprit is likely one that all new building innovations are forced to navigate: the building code itself. “If you can do something with less material, or put the pieces together faster, there are all kinds of cost savings right there, and all sorts of non-monetary benefits as well.

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Archinect

AUGUST 25, 2022

Engineers at RMIT University have developed a method to use disposable personal protective equipment (PPE) to make concrete stronger, providing an innovative way to significantly reduce pandemic-generated waste. [.] Three separate materials were shredded and then mixed into concrete at rates between 0.1

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Deezen

DECEMBER 22, 2023

The Revalu platform uses one million data points and an AI -powered accuracy checker to enable architects to compare the environmental impacts of different building materials. First, there is the material cloud, which gathers over one million data points related to the environmental impact of different materials.

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Deezen

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

Stone has the potential to become a go-to, low-carbon structural material, but barriers around quarrying and a lack of awareness must be overcome to make this a reality, experts tell Dezeen in this Stone Age 2.0 She explained that the proximity of a quarry to the construction site is important if the material is to be used sustainably.

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ArchDaily

MARCH 11, 2024

Image © Rasmus Hortshøj - COAST The principles of the circular economy have been most influential and applicable to the construction industry. Emphasizing the efficient use of resources, models around reuse and recycling of components and materials are increasingly being pioneered by global architecture practices.

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Architizer

MAY 2, 2022

Among architects and builders, Cosentino surfaces are known to be innovative and high-quality, but one should also add visionary and socially conscious to the list of descriptors. Indeed, Cosentino has long proven that synthetic materials can be just as elegant and intricate as natural materials. That’s right, zero with a Z.

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Deezen

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

The sustainability of structural stone is dependent on how and where it is quarried and its reputation as an infinite material is misleading, warns Slovak-British architect Natalia Petkova in this Stone Age 2.0 series, which is investigating the potential of the material as a viable, low-carbon, modern structural material.

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Hotel Designs

MARCH 6, 2024

Hotel Designs Product watch: innovative shower screens from Majestic London Product watch: innovative shower screens from Majestic London Since 1968, Majestic London has been leading the way in premium glass shower screens and enclosures. A Majestic shower is a true icon of beauty which transforms and enhances any bathroom space.

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ArchDaily

JANUARY 21, 2024

A major demand currently facing the industry is the need to respond to the growing wave of environmental awareness and embrace sustainable development objectives. © hansgrohe / Hansgrohe SE Hotel renovations today transcend mere improvements in guest comfort or alignment with prevailing design trends.

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ArchDaily

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

With various examples across different scales and applications, the material has shown promise in revolutionizing the industry by enhancing efficiency, strength, and comfort. This is mainly because the traditional industrial process of cutting logs into parts can generate substantial waste. In this context, A.I. Read more »

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The Architecture Designs

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

The incorporation of sustainable materials is no longer a fleeting trend, but a pivotal force in shaping the future of architecture. This in-depth examination delves into the historical origins of sustainable materials, their ongoing evolution, and their profound significance in modern architecture.

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ArchDaily

JULY 3, 2023

In this context, Edra creates unique objects that blend art and industrial production, reflecting contemporary domestic landscapes and experimenting with new shapes and materials. Read more »

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Deezen

OCTOBER 12, 2023

Dezeen Awards 2023 shortlists revealed this week The shortlisted projects were scored by our sustainability jury which includes fashion designer Patrick McDowell , industrial designer Jane Abernethy and architect Koichi Takada. Dezeen Awards 2023, in partnership with Bentley Motors , will reveal all shortlisted projects this week.

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Santa Cruz Architect

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

The construction industry is undergoing a transformative phase thanks to breakthroughs in material science. Advanced construction materials are revolutionizing the way we build, offering enhanced durability, sustainability, and efficiency. From self-healing concrete to smart materials, the possibilities seem limitless.

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Deezen

NOVEMBER 24, 2023

German branding and advertising agency Serviceplan has developed a skincare product made from textile -industry wastewater to promote Japanese startup Aizome's chemical-free dyeing process. The dots motif was continued across the other materials contained in the box – four double-sided leaflets, a 12-page booklet and a six-fold poster.

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Architonic

DECEMBER 18, 2023

2024, the curated Interior.Architecture.Hospitality LIBRARY presents innovative functional textiles from selected exhibitors, including Edmund Bell, Futura Leathers, Marburger Tapetenfabrik, Proneem, Textaafoam and Vanelli Tekstil. Function meets innovation meets design: the jury members agreed on the remarkably high quality of the su…

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Hotel Designs

OCTOBER 17, 2023

” Image caption: Makina | Image credit: Newmor Industrialis (meaning industrial in Latin), is a three-dimensional design collection that is the epitome of hushed opulence. This collection boasts striking and refined designs, elevated by textured and mylar bases, which blend intrigue and elegance, all with a distinct industrial flair.

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ArchDaily

OCTOBER 12, 2023

According to the 2021 Global Status Report for Buildings and Construction , almost 40% of carbon emissions come from the construction industry. Read more »

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Deezen

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

We want to open up our design industry to more businesses and distributors internationally, to make Korean design truly global, " Seoul Design Foundation's CEO Rhee Kyung-Don told Dezeen. Materials used in the brushes include silicon and plastics recycled from coconut shells.

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Archinect

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

Jury Chair and past Institute President Shannon Battisson said each “contain their own unique set of intricacies,” adding that, “Our hope was to send a message to all Australians about where our industry should be going in terms of sustainability, learning and listening to Country.”

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BD+C

AUGUST 17, 2020

The design industry has long been pervaded by the idea that sustainable materials are “not enough”—not flexible or durable enough, not creative enough, not inexpensive enough to justify their use. These outdated notions have prevented industry professionals from taking advantage of new advances and products.

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Deezen

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

British industrial designer Michael Young has joined Dezeen Awards China 2023 as a judge. Young , who is based in Hong Kong and has worked with industrial design for over 30 years, has a particular interest in technology and discovering new ways to interpret space. Here, he selects five projects that best reflect his work.

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Architonic

JANUARY 22, 2024

The first building of its kind with a façade of woven carbon and glass fiber tiles, the building stands as a symbol of the future potential of innovative fiber-based materials and textile techniques. Using a robotic winding process, the individual tiles are tailor-made for their intended purpose.</p>

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Santa Cruz Architect

OCTOBER 19, 2023

The construction industry has come a long way from the days of manual labor and rudimentary tools. In the 21st century, it has witnessed a revolution brought about by a series of technological innovations that have made construction faster, more efficient, and environmentally friendly.

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Archinect

OCTOBER 5, 2023

Energy-positive home with innovative biobased facade This remarkable sustainable home is equipped with biobased insulation and a wooden facade finished with fungus paint. The home's facade is constructed with wood and flax, biobased materials sourced from renewable resources with a minimal ecological footprint.

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ArchDaily

FEBRUARY 4, 2024

Courtesy of VINCENT CALLEBAUT ARCHTECTURES | HospiWood In constantly changing industry of architectural design, the rebirth of organic shapes stands as a testament to the power of design. Many times, organic architecture stands as a testament to what we are able to make in 2024, innovating in structural and material technology.

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Deezen

APRIL 30, 2023

However, one of our final year modules allows students to propose a vision for the future – it's called Advanced Design Innovation. This module allows students to create a range of innovative design proposals aimed at addressing some of the social issues, aspirations or trends predicted over the next ten to 15 years.

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Bustler

MARCH 25, 2024

Registration Deadline: May 17, 2024; Submission Deadline May 17, 2024 On 6 March the registration phase for the international ICONIC AWARDS 2024: Innovative Architecture started. The winners will be honoured at an awards ceremony on 7 October 2024 at EXPO Real in Munich, where they will have the opportunity to network internationally.

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Deezen

JANUARY 12, 2024

In an interview three years on, founder Borre Akkersdijk says it was "too big a jump" for an industry resistant to change. With the textile industry producing 92 million tonnes of waste every year, he thought that brands would welcome a free-to-use tool that made the process more transparent. We gave them the innovation to change.

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Hotel Designs

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

Hotel Designs Duravit focuses on sustainable and durable materials Duravit focuses on sustainable and durable materials Duravit is constantly researching innovative and ecological materials to help reduce CO2 emissions to enable durable and sustainable products to be manufactured.

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