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Ecology centre in coastal Maine is "model of holistic sustainability"

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In every aspect of its design, the building responds to COA's ambitious goals for sustainability, from macro issues of siting, massing and systems' design to micro issues of material selection and detailing," the architectural studio said. The structural system is made primarily of wood, and the facades are clad in northern white cedar.

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An Interim Landscape at NC State University Is a Masterclass in Reuse

Landscape Architecture Magazine

By Kyle Wurtz The interim landscape recalled both Harrelson Hall and the Piedmont’s ecology. Bell Associates and completed in 1968, University Plaza was among the first landscape architecture projects to be funded by the state on an educational campus. Courtesy Kimley-Horn. Designed by Richard C.

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Architectuur Maken designs sculptural staircase overlooking Dutch landscape

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Dutch studio Architectuur Maken has completed De Niewe Herdgang, a sculptural staircase rising 25 metres to create a watchtower over the landscape outside the city of Tilburg , the Netherlands. Landscape and people are inextricably linked. Structural engineer: Rutger Snoek, Transist-or. Landscape architect: Eelerwoude.

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This Cocoon-Like Cabin in England Has a Prefab Shell

Dwell

With a focus on sustainability and simplicity, this cabin is a clear reflection of Peter’s approach to rural architecture—balancing modern methods with a strong connection to the natural environment. The windows are positioned to frame key aspects of the landscape, so every glance outside reminds you of where you are."

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News: Chipperfield, DS+R, Maltzan among shortlisted teams for Dallas Museum of Art revitalization

Bustler

The shortlisted teams are: David Chipperfield Architects (London) with HarrisonKornberg Architects (Local Architect); James Corner Field Operations (Landscape Architect); Pentagram (Exhibition Design); Thornton Tomasetti (Structural Engineer); Arup (Services and Lighting); and AtelierTen (Sustainability).

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Lemay creates mass-timber chalet with sloped green roof in Quebec

Deezen

Used as an extension of founder Louis T Lemay's personal residence, the design for the 2,500-square-foot (232-square metre) house came out of Lemay's in-house sustainable design lab called the Phénix. It's home, one that interconnects you with nature while having as low an impact as possible on it," Lemay said.

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"There are a lot of dangerous myths" about sustainability says Norman Foster

Deezen

British architect Norman Foster explains his studio 's approach towards sustainability and his views on concrete, timber, aviation and Architects Declare in this exclusive interview. Foster said the studio, which is the UK's largest, aims to create buildings that are both sustainable and improve people's lives.