Deezen

MARCH 11, 2023

The angular timber-clad extension, which contains science classrooms, is intended to demonstrate the potential of natural materials in architecture. It was designed by Henning Larsen with the aim of having the carbon sequestered in the construction materials help to offset the building's lifetime emissions.

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ArchDaily

JUNE 11, 2024

Natural House / Ideo arquitectura. Image © Salva López The history of the use of lime in the construction industry dates back thousands of years, spanning cultures and communities worldwide. the ancient Egyptians used quicklime mixed with water as a building material for their pyramids. In fact, around 4000 B.C.,

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Hotel Designs

JUNE 6, 2024

The new collection continues the success of Boost Natural and follows up on the collaboration with Brioni, fourth-generation member of a family of kiln workers from Gonzaga and founder of a unique business in Italy that has in its DNA the production of raw earth finishes with a contemporary look for the world of architecture.

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Archinect

SEPTEMBER 14, 2022

Brooklyn’s Pratt Institute School of Design has just announced the winner and honorable mention honorees of its third annual Material Lab Prize celebrating student-designers whose work "revolves around material exploration and considers waste streams as a springboard for new design thinking."

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Architectural Record

MARCH 31, 2024

As architects seek more environmentally friendly materials, the natural stone industry is embracing more sustainable practices such as water recycling, renewable energy, and site restoration.

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Deezen

JANUARY 18, 2022

Danish designer Bonnie Hvillum's Natural Material Studio has collaborated with multidisciplinary studio Frama on a collection of biodegradable materials made from algae , clay and foam. Above: Natural Material Studio unveiled new materials with Frama. Photo is by Natural Material Studio.

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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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Architizer

JUNE 10, 2024

Hybrid construction materials and techniques might be the beacon of hope in a construction industry riddled with carbon-intensive practices and logistical challenges. Traditional construction methods and materials fall short of meeting the rigorous standards of eco-consciousness. Architects: Want to have your project featured?

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Architizer

MAY 21, 2024

The examination of repurposing the roof materials from the Montréal Olympic Stadium in the recently published article on the Olympic construction dilemma , has prompted me to explore the broader implications of recycling construction waste. The judging process for Architizer's 12th Annual A+Awards is now away.

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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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Archinect

JUNE 16, 2023

In recent years, the aviation industry in China has accelerated rapidly. Relying on this, Jiande Aviation Town has become the only characteristic town in Zhejiang province to build the whole industrial chain of general aviation. Preserving the original nature of the site was the starting point of.

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Architizer

JUNE 3, 2024

Designed by award-winning architecture firm Perkins Eastman , the raceway facility blends seamlessly into its natural surroundings with pattern stock and S4S material, offering a thrilling experience for racing enthusiasts while embodying a commitment to environmental stewardship.

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Deezen

DECEMBER 7, 2023

A grape-based leather alternative and sequins made from tree cellulose are among 15 material innovations on show as part of fashion house Stella McCartney 's exhibition at the COP28 climate conference. The fashion industry accounts for eight per cent of global greenhouse gas emissions," McCartney said. "We

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Deezen

JANUARY 17, 2024

Florida-based manufacturer Renco has created a building block made of repurposed materials that interlocks and stacks for "LEGO-like" construction. They were first used in Turkey after earthquakes to rebuild infrastructure faster and more affordably after natural disasters. The photography is courtesy of Renco.

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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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Deezen

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

Harnessing stone as a structural material can make architecture more enjoyable to both build and inhabit argues Tristram Carfrae, an Arup engineer working on the Sagrada Familia , in this Stone Age 2.0 Stone has become a luxury cladding material, whether used as a rainscreen, or as floor tiling," Carfrae told Dezeen. "We

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Architizer

MAY 22, 2024

We’ve looked at a number of highly technical projects, nevertheless materials have usually been natural, or as natural as possible. They are a continuation of landscapes reimagined as materials. Due to the location, strict regulations were in place in terms of what could be built, how and with which materials.

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ArchDaily

APRIL 9, 2024

Image © Paul Vu As construction materials costs increase , builders and developers are seeking alternatives to traditional home construction methods to address housing shortages. This technology promises quicker, cheaper construction and the potential to extrude local and recycled materials.

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Deezen

MARCH 29, 2022

Called A New Nature , the exhibition features pieces that many may already associate with Noguchi – such as his handcrafted Akari light sculptures – as well as rarer and lesser-known works. Or for the idea of Noguchi as someone as interested in naturalizing industry as he was in direct carving," he told Dezeen.

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Deezen

JANUARY 30, 2024

MDes student design projects are not merely formal and aesthetic propositions but also profound explorations that scrutinize the complex interplay between the natural and artificial elements in society and global culture. The post University of Illinois Chicago presents six industrial design projects appeared first on Dezeen.

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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 evolution marks a crucial step towards preserving the delicate balance between man-made structures and the natural environment.

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Deezen

APRIL 6, 2023

Dezeen School Shows: we've picked six fashion and textile design student projects featured in Dezeen School Shows that showcase and discuss the intricacies of fabric and materials. These fashion and textile design students have created garments that showcase the their materiality in addition to their overall design.

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Deezen

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

Australian architecture studio Carr drew on 20th-century industrial warehouses for this office building in Melbourne, which features a stepped frontage of perforated red-brick columns. Inside, the brick columns of the facade have been left exposed, along with bare concrete columns and ducting that continue the industrial feel.

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Deezen

JUNE 16, 2023

The conversation of sustainability is at the forefront of design but there is "still a long way to go" said designer Caroline Till at the Materials of Tomorrow symposium during 3 Days of Design. Personally, I think we’ve got a bit of a crisis in the design industry. Now if a material has a past life it's aspirational," she said. "I

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Life of an Architect

MARCH 19, 2023

When you think of a building – whatever scale or project type, the items that go to create that building are most frequently associated with the materials that are selected that define the appearance of the building. Continue reading Ep 121: Material Selection at Life of an Architect. The "Why" jump to 12:51 Why choose the material?

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Deezen

OCTOBER 18, 2023

From factories and warehouses to shop fronts and underpasses, Hicks explores the structures that make up the post-industrial landscape of the West Midlands region known as the Black Country. Colour and surface material are key focuses for my work." "I The vivid colours in the images are all as they appear.

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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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Deezen

JUNE 7, 2022

Colorado-based Prometheus Materials has developed masonry blocks from a low-carbon cement-like material grown from micro- algae. The blocks, which meet the American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) standards, were made using an organic cement-like material grown in bioreactors that reproduces itself in ways similar to coral.

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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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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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Architizer

APRIL 4, 2024

Nestled in the heart of America, Arkansas is rich in natural beauty and cultural heritage. Known for its picturesque landscapes, including the majestic Ozark Mountains and the winding Arkansas River, the state’s architecture is grounded in its natural surroundings. acre raw industrial brownfield block in south Fayetteville.

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Deezen

FEBRUARY 3, 2024

Spanish architect Juan Gurrea Rumeu used a palette of warm, textural materials and carefully positioned voids to create atmospheric living spaces inside this house he designed for himself and his wife in Barcelona. The post Tactile materials "accentuate the value of shadows" in Bolívar House appeared first on Dezeen.

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Deezen

JULY 14, 2023

In order to address growing environmental concerns within the furniture and wider design industries, brands are opting to make their products using renewable, recyclable and reclaimed materials, and processes with circular principles in mind. The tiles are also coated with a water-based sealant distilled from waste vegetables.

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Deezen

APRIL 15, 2023

Architect and restauranteur Elly Ward has opened the low-impact restaurant Edit in London, drawing inspiration from its vegan, minimal-waste menu to create an interior filled with reused and recycled materials. These were among the many recycled materials that Ward used for the project. "I I wanted the design to match that philosophy."

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Deezen

JUNE 26, 2023

Interiors studio Atelier Caracas has brought industrial influences and offbeat materials into this apartment in Caracas , designed around the restrictions posed by Venezuela 's recent political and economic crisis. There is a finesse in this artisanal slash industrial approach, which we always like to pay homage to in our designs."

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The Architecture Designs

JUNE 2, 2023

Industrial roller shutters are a crucial component in many commercial and industrial settings, offering security, durability, and flexibility. By the end of this article, you will gain a comprehensive understanding of industrial roller shutters and their role in modern industries.

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Bustler

SEPTEMBER 14, 2022

Brooklyn’s Pratt Institute School of Design has just announced the winner and honorable mention honorees of its third annual Material Lab Prize celebrating student-designers whose work "revolves around material exploration and considers waste streams as a springboard for new design thinking." Read the full post on Bustler.

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