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Bamboo in Latin American Housing: 10 Houses Revealing the Future of the Material in Architecture

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Image © Yeferson Bernal, Juan David Toro The use of local materials in architecture is becoming more and more important as there is a growing need to find new, sustainable construction methods that can help address the current climate crisis. Milguaduas House / ritmo arquitectos. Read more »

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Philippe Block on Sustainable Construction: “Building Technique Is More Important Than Materials”

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With this type, there is no space for any sort of conversational filler. And like the Gothic cathedrals he loves, these structures would stand for centuries, persisting through hurricanes, earthquakes and floods. This structure, he explained, has stood for over 500 years. he said, about a minute into the conversation.

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Lima cultural facility features pink walls and traditional construction techniques

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The IFEA headquarters comprises two structures in a narrow, rectangular infill property. The second structure is completely new Along the street edge – set off from the sidewalk by a small entry courtyard – the administrative office building is in a preserved monumental house characterised by pink stonework.

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BIG designs all-wood cubic structure as "living curriculum" at University of Kansas

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The structure will serve as an educational building for the University of Kansas ( KU ) School of Architecture & Design in Lawrence, Kansas. The Makers' KUbe is conceived as a showcase in timber tectonics, traditional joinery, robotic manufacturing and sustainable materials."

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Mizzi Studio Designs 9 Royal Parks Kiosks Using Sustainable Materials and Traditional Craft Techniques

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Their design responds to the Grade I-listed landscape, with sustainable materials and traditional craft techniques creating simple, functional forms. Conceived as a family of individual curvaceous structures, their graceful tree-like canopy unites their design language. What drove the selection of materials used in the project?

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How Thermal Modification Can Make Wood in Architecture Last a Lifetime

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Cortesia de G Wood Pro (Tantimber) Wood is a material with unique characteristics –such as its natural warmth and tactile quality– capable of providing a sense of comfort and well-being, evoking emotions and memories, and creating a cozy atmosphere in interior spaces. Read more »

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Bamboo canopy and CLT gathering space feature at Design Pavilion in New York

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A "sacred space" made from CLT panels and a cloud canopy made from strips of woven bamboo are among the pavilions being shown at New York City's Design Pavilion event. Created by Shanghai-based studio llLab and designer Michael Bennett of Studio Kër, the two pavilions display sustainable building materials and techniques.

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