Archinect

JULY 21, 2022

Damluji says it is easy to see why these mud buildings have not lost their appeal – they are well-insulated, sustainable and extremely adaptable for modern use. "It It is the architecture of the future," says Damluji.

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Materials Building Foundation Contemporary 296

Architizer

OCTOBER 14, 2024

Architizer's 13th A+Awards features a suite of sustainability-focused categories that recognizing designers that are building a green industry — and a better future. Looking back at all the winners in Sustainability categories, alongside the finalists and shortlisted projects, a few things jump out.

Sustainability 100

Sustainability Masterplanning Architecture Transportation 100

Dwell

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

Based in British Columbia, Hewing Haus utilizes clean construction methods and sources materials from responsibly managed local forests. Toews wanted to get owners into a new address without exhausting their patience, without compromising on sustainability or style in the meantime.

Sustainability 112

Sustainability Home Permits Management 112

Architizer

DECEMBER 12, 2023

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. While many sectors are charging forward, the field of materials is rapidly progressing and reshaping how we approach design specifications.

Innovation 89

Innovation Sustainability Materials Glass 89

Architizer

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

The plates, of course, use the most sustainable concrete available on the market. From the jump, our conversation was all about proving his thesis that geometry, or building technique, is more important than materials when it comes to sustainable construction. Block, it must be noted, is no longer simply a researcher.

Technique 97

Technique Sustainability Materials Construction 97

BD+C

FEBRUARY 26, 2020

Each year, the mainstream definition of “sustainable design” continues to broaden its reach. The emphasis has expanded far beyond energy, water and site into public health, social equity, wellness and transparency– underscoring how our effect on the environment is inextricably linked with its effects on us.

Sustainability 116

Sustainability Materials Environment Site 116

Archinect

JANUARY 25, 2022

Italy’s financial center is taking cues from Silicon Valley to transform an area more than twice the size of the Vatican into a sustainable, post-pandemic technology center. Plans for the new district include offices and housing accommodation for up to 60,000 people run entirely on renewable energy and made from recycled materials.

Site 246

Site Innovation Estimating Technology 246

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?

Materials 104

Materials Construction Construction Technique 104

Architizer

JULY 8, 2024

When architects talk about sustainability, the mind usually drifts to self-sustaining buildings, natural materials, green terraces and zero carbon emissions. Still, this selection of projects — all awarded A+Awards in Architizer’s Sustainability categories — collectively imbue the word “sustainable” with new meaning.

Sustainability 118

Sustainability Roofing Modern Project 118

Deezen

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

Promotion: US material sample brand Material Bank is launching its services in Europe, which will offer European architects and designers "the most sustainable way to search and sample materials". According to Material Bank, this enables designers to save time rather than ordering samples from different websites.

Materials 102

Materials Manufacturing Estimating Sustainability 102

Arcmax Architects

FEBRUARY 18, 2024

India, the USA, and the UK are leading the charge, adopting innovative green practices in resort site planning to meet the growing demand for eco-friendly travel options. This comprehensive guide explores the importance of integrating sustainability into resort design and how it is being implemented in these three countries.

Sustainability 52

Sustainability Site Smart Buildings Innovation 52

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.

Materials 142

Materials Building Architect Deconstruction 142

Architizer

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

We can’t just start building everything out of cardboard to be more sustainable, right? Instead, they focus on sustainability, cultural preservation and real community impact while also pushing the boundaries of creativity and functionality. Well, this firm begs to differ. Meet LUO Studio. Beginning with Version 1.0

Materials 94

Materials Modern Technique Sustainability 94

Deezen

JUNE 25, 2024

US studio Susan T Rodriguez Architecture & Design has incorporated local materials and energy-saving features into a Maine building that is meant to be "a new benchmark for academic buildings in northern climates".

Sustainability 130

Sustainability Civil Engineering Education Engineering 130

BD+C

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Suffolk Construction establishes Suffolk Sustainability Group Design veterans Steven Burke and Michael Swenson will lead the new sustainability initiative for Suffolk. Contractors Sustainability Sustainable Design and Construction Suffolk Construction, headquartered in Boston, has established the Suffolk Sustainability Group.

Sustainability 105

Sustainability Construction Construction Consulting 105

Deezen

MARCH 26, 2024

The University of Chicago John W Boyer Center was designed by Studio Gang in accordance with the French sustainability law requiring new public buildings to be built from at least 50 per cent wood or other natural materials. It will be built from at least 50 per cent natural materials in line with the French sustainability law.

Materials 145

Materials Nature Construction Construction 145

Deezen

JUNE 22, 2024

Located in the borough of Bexley, The Clearing is used for lessons in woodwork, nature conservation and sustainable woodland management. WonKy has created a woodland education centre in London Local studio WonKy designed the centre to function as "an all-weather space" and constructed it with a palette of reclaimed materials.

Education 116

Education Materials Clients Client 116

Deezen

JUNE 5, 2024

Interior design studio Jolie has completed The Nest restaurant with lime-wash walls and natural materials that is designed to be relocated in five years time. Lime-wash walls and natural materials decorate the space The restaurant has a bright dining area lined with wooden tables and chairs fronted by full-height glazing.

Materials 120

Materials Interior Nature Finishes 120

RMJM Architecture

AUGUST 16, 2024

Can you tell us about your journey in the field of site supervision and what led you to this role? My journey into site supervision began after I obtained my degree in Civil Engineering. My commitment and capability to address complex issues led to an opportunity to advance into a site supervisor role.

Safety 40

Safety Site Sustainability Industrial 40

Deezen

APRIL 25, 2024

to create a low-carbon materials charter for these spaces that includes lighting and street furniture. Putting this sustainable design agenda into practice, the street lighting was designed to be manufactured using decommissioned lampposts and components sourced from building sites. Concepto and Studio 5.5

Materials 133

Materials Building Manufacturing Firms 133

Deezen

JULY 26, 2024

The Paris 2024 Olympic Games have been billed as the most sustainable ever. While media depictions of Paris 2024 as the greenest ever Olympics are arguably overblown and some have accused the organisers of greenwashing , there can be little doubt that these games are pursuing an ambitious sustainability agenda.

Sustainability 129

Sustainability Transportation Events Estimating 129

Architizer

APRIL 22, 2024

In an era where the health of our planet is more critical than ever, embracing sustainability in our architectural projects isn’t just beneficial — it’s essential. Amidst the pressing challenges of climate change and environmental degradation, the call for sustainable practices has never been louder.

Sustainability 89

Sustainability Architect Design Utilities 89

Architizer

APRIL 22, 2024

In an era where the health of our planet is more critical than ever, embracing sustainability in our architectural projects isn’t just beneficial — it’s essential. Amidst the pressing challenges of climate change and environmental degradation, the call for sustainable practices has never been louder.

Sustainability 89

Sustainability Architect Design Utilities 89

BD+C

MARCH 20, 2023

3 ways prefabrication doubles as a sustainability strategy 0 qpurcell Mon, 03/20/2023 - 11:09 Modular Building Corie Baker, AIA, shares three modular Gresham Smith projects that found sustainability benefits from the use of prefabrication. Utilizing Prefabrication as a Sustainability Strategy 1.

Sustainability 128

Sustainability Utilities Construction Construction 128

Architizer

AUGUST 22, 2022

Their design responds to the Grade I-listed landscape, with sustainable materials and traditional craft techniques creating simple, functional forms. All are made from sustainable timber, barring the flagship Horseshoe Kiosk, which is clad in tubular brass, mirroring the ornate metals of the nearby Queen Victoria Memorial.

Technique 93

Technique Sustainability Materials Design 93

Deezen

AUGUST 4, 2024

Strong, versatile and often sustainable, timber is a favourite material among architects and designers. The post Eight wooden kitchens that make the most of the material appeared first on Dezeen. For more inspiration, see previous lookbooks featuring converted barns , eclectic hotels and micro interiors.

Materials 120

Materials Inspiration Interior Visualization 120

ArchDaily

APRIL 14, 2024

What siting, technological, or constructive strategies can be developed without harming the surrounding landscape? The application of modular design in architecture has been in practice for years, with a history involving the pursuit of standardization and modular coordination among materials, products, and more. Read more »

Landscape 317

Landscape Architecture Technology Technology 317

ArchDaily

MAY 23, 2024

In addition to the use of sustainable materials, the project also pays close attention to how the building materials are sourced, bringing visibility to the problem of modern slavery in the construction materials supply chain. Read more »

Foundation 290

Foundation Architecture Design Materials 290

Deezen

NOVEMBER 4, 2022

Swedish studio White Arkitekter has been chosen to design the all-electric Velindre Cancer Centre in Wales, which will be built partly with low-carbon materials and follow circular economy principles. Designed as an "elegant, sustainable new cancer centre", the building is intended to have as little impact on the existing site as possible.

Sustainability 105

Sustainability Transportation Design Landscape 105

Hotel Designs

MAY 14, 2024

Hotel Designs Roundtable: Can technology aid sustainable improvements in design? Roundtable: Can technology aid sustainable improvements in design? Image credit: Zennio SH: So at what point do you all start looking for sustainable solutions or alternatives for each of your projects? There needs to be a reason for everything.

Technology 98

Technology Technology Sustainability Design 98

DesignRulz

JULY 24, 2023

In the fast-paced architecture world, wherein buildings rise and cities expand rapidly, enforcing sustainable practices must be prioritized. However, a sustainable building goes beyond bricks and mortar. Architects are pivotal in executing these sustainable routines, affecting how buildings are designed, built, and utilized.

Sustainability 98

Sustainability Industrial Building Architecture 98

Architizer

DECEMBER 1, 2023

Between climate change and increasingly extreme weather conditions, this charge also encompasses more sustainable and resilient design. These ideas are shown on display both inside and out, from the massing to material choices like mass timber. Located in the heart of Atlanta, The Kendeda Building was designed to make a statement.

Sustainability 131

Sustainability Concept Students Inspiration 131

BD+C

APRIL 21, 2023

The Role of Engineered Wood in Sustainable Structures 1 kcichowicz Fri, 04/21/2023 - 11:23 Sustainability in construction is becoming more important as society moves towards a more sustainable future. What Makes a Sustainable Structure? How Do We Compare Building Materials?

Engineering 97

Engineering Engineering Structure Sustainability 97

aasarchitecture

MARCH 8, 2024

Image © vincentcallebaut architectures In this nomadic vision of new sporting and cultural practices, it is no longer the supporters who go to obsolete stadiums but sustainable and ecological stadiums that go to the supporters. Long live sustainable sport, respectful of the planet, humanity and biodiversity!

Sustainability 117

Sustainability Architecture Technology Technology 117

Architizer

MARCH 7, 2024

The urgency to address the pressing issues of climate change, social inequalities and the need for sustainable, resilient and livable communities is more evident than ever. This new movement, also known as Modernism, sought to address these issues by embracing new materials, technologies and, most importantly, new design principles.

Sustainability 126

Sustainability Architecture Design Restoration 126

Deezen

OCTOBER 7, 2023

The site is surrounded by water and forests, creating a secluded rural environment on the island that's located across the Yangtze River estuary from the vast metropolitan area. The rooms are decorated with neutral tones and natural materials Planning codes limited the height of the eaves.

Materials 126

Materials Roofing Site Glass 126

Deezen

DECEMBER 4, 2022

Architecture studio Polysmiths used cork panels to clad internal and external surfaces at Cork House in east London , which was built using materials available during the Covid-19 lockdown. This material palette gives the interior an earthy and cocooning feel. The studio used materials that were not affected by supply chain issues.

Sustainability 143

Sustainability Space Housing Regulation 143