ArchDaily

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

This is largely due to the constant evolution of society and technology, which sometimes tends towards universality and the adoption of a common language, rather than one of their own. This approach, which could be termed neo-craft, allows for the preservation of a distinct voice that reflects the authenticity of the local context.

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Archinect

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

Researchers at Chalmers University of Technology in Sweden have published their study into how materials made from nanocellulose and algae can be used as sustainable architectural materials. Related on Archinect: Architecture's top green projects and sustainability innovations in 2023 “For the first time.

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ArchDaily

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Some themes explored this year included reframing familiar things in unfamiliar ways, large-scale abstract geometries at the intersection of technology and art, and the use of innovative new materials. Read more »

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The Architecture Designs

APRIL 25, 2023

Introduction The high-quality mold manufacturing industry has experienced significant advancements in recent years, driven by the rapid development of material technologies. These innovations have led to more efficient production processes, better performance, and longer lifespans of molds.

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Archinect

DECEMBER 27, 2023

As we're quickly approaching the quarter mark of the 21st century, however, much more concrete action and innovation in various sectors of the AEC domain is needed — and is already happening — on the ground level as well, as we have seen in our reporting on Archinect. Image courtesy Wikimedia Commons user Øyvind Holmstad.

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ArchDaily

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

When designing, his studio experiments with different digital technologies through a sustainable lens and with a keen eye on social issues, aiming to deliver innovative and emotional experiences. In the interview, Requena shares his journey, highlighting the diversity of his team as a critical innovation point in his firm.

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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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ArchDaily

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

With walls and roofs composed mainly of transparent or translucent materials, these structures harness solar energy to create a controlled environment. Beyond their original role in plant cultivation, they have evolved into projects that emphasize sustainability, education, and conservation.

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Archinect

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023

Participants were encouraged to rethink spatial organization and incorporate unique aesthetics, new technologies, and innovative materials. The only requirement is that the structure's total floor area could not exceed 270 square feet. The winning projects can be seen below.

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ArchDaily

JUNE 27, 2023

Image © Hörður Sveinsson The purpose of innovation is to promote positive change and progress in various aspects of life. Renowned architecture and design firm Henning Larsen, founded in 1959 in Denmark, has a solid commitment to embracing innovation as a core element of its work. Read more »

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ArchDaily

OCTOBER 20, 2023

Image © ZHAW CPC concrete slabs are based on the technology of "carbon pre-stressed concrete," which originated from a long-term research project conducted by the Zurich University of Applied Sciences Winterthur (ZHAW) and Silidur AG, Andelfingen. CPC (Carbon Prestressed Concrete).

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ArchDaily

DECEMBER 21, 2023

Courtesy of Barry Wark 3D printing holds vast potential due to its ease of large-quantity manufacturing, its flexibility in terms of material exploration, and its ability to materialize all kinds of geometries.

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Architonic

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

For designers seeking to create meaningful experiences in interior space, embracing technological advancements and new design approaches to surface design is key. Yet while embracing the promise of the present, how can designers also make sure they are protecting the people and planet of the future? </p>

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ArchDaily

DECEMBER 5, 2023

Partly because dark colors better harvest sunlight to be turned into electricity, but also because silicon –the primary material used in most high-efficiency photovoltaic panels– tends to be dark in its crystalline form. Read more »

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Archinect

NOVEMBER 30, 2022

million contract was awarded under NASA’s Small Business Innovation Research program and will see ICON develop “space-based construction technology” with the aim of creating humanity’s “first-ever construction on another planetary body.” ” Concept render of ICON's proposed system.

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ArchDaily

OCTOBER 6, 2023

Image © Helene Sandberg Seratech's technology , developed by Sam Draper and Barney Shanks, eliminates the CO₂ footprint of concrete and reduces carbon emissions in construction. This innovative process uses silica, a waste product from flue gases, as a carbon-negative cement replacement in concrete. Read more »

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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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Architizer

DECEMBER 12, 2023

Environmental awareness has become one of the fundamental drivers for innovation in architecture. From the technological building systems we choose for our projects to considering the carbon impact of where a product comes from to have a better awareness of the materials our products are made out of.

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The Architect's Newsletter

JUNE 4, 2024

Wood is a leader in sustainable material trends. Among these new products is a technology that uses sliced instead of sawn wood, allowing for ten times more flooring to be The post Innovative wood products for interior and exterior projects appeared first on The Architect’s Newspaper.

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The Architecture Designs

JANUARY 25, 2023

Current innovations in aluminum composite panel technology are changing the face of building cladding products for construction projects. There are plenty of unique examples of cladding innovation, such as UV and abrasion-resistance properties; these innovations are available now and will change and improve the future of cladding.

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Deezen

APRIL 11, 2024

Dezeen School Shows: a 3D printed panel made from wood and clay that is filled in with hempcrete is included in this school show by the New York Institute of Technology. Each project's research explores three stages of design that encapsulate material research, computation design and robotics fabrication.

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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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Deezen

JANUARY 22, 2024

This roundup features distinctive university buildings from across the globe that use a variety of different textures, colours and unusual materials to stand out. In addition to classrooms, the building features an amphitheatre, study areas, technology bars and individual workspaces.

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ArchDaily

JANUARY 10, 2024

Image by Nick Fewings Unsplash For a long time, sustainability in the architectural field was synonymous with technology. Efficiency was directly linked to innovative technological devices that adorned buildings with gadgets.

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ArchDaily

MARCH 25, 2024

Solid ceramic blocks, recognized for their ability to withstand compression and offer strength and durability to structures, are materials frequently used in architecture. However, innovation in construction materials has made space for solutions that combine tradition and modernity, transforming the use of materials such as brick.

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aasarchitecture

NOVEMBER 3, 2022

With new urban planning strategy and digital technology, a global dairy industrial zone has been nurtured in Hohhot. Aedas Global Design Principal Ken Wai and Executive Director Wei Li led the team to create the one and only national dairy technology innovation centre in the heart of the zone. Image © Aedas. Image © Aedas.

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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. This video is a testament to the power of technology and human ingenuity to overcome even dire obstacles. That’s right, zero with a Z.

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Archinect

APRIL 28, 2023

The new center will serve as the headquarters for Newlab , a technology collective hosting startups in the field of decarbonization, energy, mobility, and materials.

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The Architecture Designs

DECEMBER 15, 2023

It’s a design philosophy that seeks to minimise the negative environmental impact of buildings by enhancing efficiency and moderation in the use of materials, energy, and development space. Perth architecture firms are exploring the use of recycled materials, which not only reduce waste but also add a unique aesthetic to buildings.

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ArchDaily

MAY 5, 2024

© Marc Goodwin | Expo 2020 Modular construction is a process in which a building is constructed away from its actual site, within controlled factory settings, using identical materials, and adhering to a set of codes and regulations.

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Deezen

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Dezeen School Shows: a project involving the fusion of wood and mycelium is included in Dezeen's latest school show by students at the New York Institute of Technology. In this case, clay is used as the relief material that receives the stamp while being contained within a wooden mould.

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ArchDaily

MARCH 11, 2024

In this context, contemporary architecture has sought to enrich the role of facades, maximizing their potential through technological innovation. Today, technology has been integrated to create a more textured and expressive architecture , explore diverse materialities, and promote circular and low-carbon architecture.

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Architizer

JANUARY 22, 2024

Architizer’s A+Product Awards celebrate the manufacturers at the forefront of material innovation. As time and technology progressed, the float glass process (pouring the molten glass from a furnace into a chamber that contains a bed of molten tin), conceived by Sir Alastair Pilkington in 1959, was groundbreaking.

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Archinect

APRIL 22, 2024

Titled 'Common Thread,' the passage is inspired by the medieval city’s lace-making tradition, using an innovative woven fabric to create what the team calls an “intricate spatial experience in a wave-like tunnel.” SO – IL has completed a passage of 3D knit textiles as part of the 2024 Bruges Triennial in Belgium.

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ArchDaily

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

Cortesia de Urbem Mass timber is an innovative construction solution that is gaining prominence worldwide due to its sustainability and technological benefits. In addition, its use allows for cleaner, lighter, and faster construction compared to traditional building methods.

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ArchDaily

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

Often, the most innovative and radical solutions emerge when architects attempt to renew a building while maintaining its original footprint and as many features as possible. Image © Helene Binet As cities grow and evolve, the question of preserving, rehabilitating, or adapting historic sites arises.

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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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