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Five key projects by architect and Dezeen Awards judge Francine Houben

Deezen

"Architecture rooted in context" The architect aims to design buildings that are fundamentally connected to their surroundings, while pursuing sustainable innovation. She is currently overseeing a diverse range of projects spanning cultural, educational, residential, and urban developments.

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Ephemeral Structures, Enduring Ideas: Why Architectural Pavilions Still Matter

Architizer

The “À table” 2023 Serpentine Pavilion , designed by Paris-based architect Lina Ghotmeh, blends architectural innovation and cultural symbolism. Designed by Joseph Paxton, it epitomized the Industrial Revolution’s advancements with its innovative use of iron and glass. Order your copy today.

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Dubai Mangroves by URB

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This initiative aims to integrate ecological preservation with urban development, enhancing Dubai’s coastline with a vision of planting more than 100 million mangrove trees over 72 kilometers. The project is spearheaded by URB, the same masterminds of the Dubai Reefs Project and The Loop in Dubai.

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Competitions: International Competition for Implementation-Oriented Urban Design of the Core Area of Hangzhou Linping Digital & Smart City

Bustler

The urban growth of Hangzhou Metropolitan Area has been moving from the "West Lake Era" (West Lake centered development) to the "Qiantang River Era" (River-supporting development), the era of technology and innovation corridor, and now towards the integrated development of the Yangtze River Delta. Ltd, Shenzhen.

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Amphibious Architecture: Designing Resilient Coastal Communities for the Future

Architizer

As climate change unfolds, bringing about rising sea levels, increased occurrences of flooding and a surge in climatic events, the concept of living in a floating home — or houseboat — could potentially emerge as a pragmatic and innovative solution to face the environmental challenges associated with coastal living. Photo by Aaron Leitz.

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Red Dunes Playtopia, Guanggang New Town, Guangzhou

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This innovative design showcases undulating red dunes that create an alluring landscape for children’s activities. By seamlessly integrating functional installations within the natural topography, the project evokes the charm of a mountain nest or a jungle treehouse.

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Competitions: Call for Entries : DUBAI 2100 Ideas Competition by Creathlon

Bustler

Its contemporary high-rise architecture, comprising glass, steel, and concrete, has set new benchmarks in urban design and architecture, earning global recognition for its world-record-breaking developments. Dubai is also committed to promoting social cohesion and tolerance, home to people from over 200 different nationalities.