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Natural Slate Rainscreen Cladding: Combining Geometric Layouts and Efficient Design

ArchDaily

SNHU Innovation and Design Education Building / HGA. Exploring materials beyond traditional masonry cladding or commercial curtain wall systems, Cupa Pizarras has developed natural slate rainscreen facades.

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Expanding the Architectural Prospects of Timber in Its Natural Form

ArchDaily

Although these practices are fairly absent in contemporary building techniques, new technological innovations expand the prospects of timber construction in architecture. Through design, the use of trunks or branches of trees in their entirety can accentuate their innate mechanical properties for structural sustainability.

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NEOM Unveils Siranna, its Latest Tourist Destination in Saudi Arabia

ArchDaily

Aiming to blend innovation and refinement, while integrating with the coastal terrain, the design seeks to offer a luxury escape, with a 65-key hotel and 35 residences. Prioritizing minimal intervention in nature, Siranna’s development utilizes specific techniques to preserve the local landscape. Read more »

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Roth Architecture creates electric car for navigating narrow Tulum roads

Deezen

Tulum-based design studio Roth Architecture has created an electric car accented with local materials to offer a "tranquil journey amidst nature" along the local roads. Local craftmanship techniques and contemporary construction methods like 3D-printing were used to construct the vehicle, which was produced in the studio's Fab Lab.

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Natural Connections exhibition aims to "help people rediscover nature"

Deezen

Devised by the American Hardwood Export Council (AHEC), Natural Connections was on show in the entrance hall of the cultural building Matadero Madrid. Top: Natural Connections features playful furniture pieces. The pieces were given minimal finishing to mimic the texture of the tree they came from.

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Innovations in Sustainable Architecture

The Architecture Designs

Innovative Materials in Sustainable Architecture source: pinterest.com One of the key aspects of sustainable architecture is the use of innovative materials. Beyond solar, innovative heating and cooling systems are being developed to reduce energy consumption and carbon footprint.

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The Perfect Harmony of Craftsmanship and Innovation: Discover the Sandua Furniture Collection

DesignRulz

Nothing is more beautiful than the perfect harmony of craftsmanship and innovation. While inherently distinct from one another, each piece within the collection seamlessly blends traditional craftsmanship with innovative design, resulting in a symphony of artistry. Bestseller No. 1 623 Reviews X Rocker Prism 2.1