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Forging the Future of Eco-Conscious Construction: The Imperative of Tailored Sustainability Blueprints

ArchDaily

European cities, with their rich historical architectures blended with modern infrastructures, face unique challenges in sustainable urban development, making the integration of eco-friendly practices essential. Read more ยป

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Goldfinger launches ash furniture that lets people "own a piece of Tate Modern"

Deezen

Social enterprise Goldfinger has launched its bespoke Tate Modern furniture collection made from fallen trees at London Design Festival. The furniture has chunky square legs with rounded corners, intending to reference the Tate Modern building and Trellick Tower, where the Goldfinger workshop is located.

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Unlocking Urban Potential: Street Vending Integration Strategies in Informal Settings

ArchDaily

From the days of the Roman Forum to the Silk Road and the markets of ancient Greece, they are undoubtedly essential parts of urban life, or โ€œthe center of all that is unofficial. However, these erratic and adaptive urban spaces serve core functions in any developing city, acting as pillars of community in many different facets of society.

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Where Modern Urbanism Went Wrong (and 6 Ways To Get It Back on Track)

Architizer

The lively squares, cozy cafes and narrow paths make you wonder: Why do these old cities feel so magical while modern city life often feels disconnected? But is it too late to bring the charm of old cities into modern urban life? The secret lies in their foundational design principles. Not at all.

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HELIO Tower by BEHF Architects

Archinect

The Erdberger Mais area in Vienna's third district is currently one of the largest urban development zones in the city. BEHF Architects were commissioned to develop not only a masterplan for the area but also to create a high-quality residential tower.

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"Reports of modernism's death turned out to be greatly exaggerated"

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On the 50th anniversary of Pruitt-Igoe's demolition, it's clear that Charles Jencks declaration that modernism had died was a self-serving myth, writes Catherine Slessor. This month sees the 50th anniversary of the "Death of Modern Architecture" as precisely calibrated to the day, hour and minute by Charles Jencks.

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How to Utilize Aluminum in Modern Construction Projects

Architecture Ideas

In this modern day, aluminum is used in making roofs, translucent panes, staircases, solar protection, furniture, siding, doorframes and windows, air conditioning systems, and heating systems , among others. Using aluminum in modern construction projects will help you to reduce your costs.