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Going Green with Water Damage Restoration

The Architecture Designs

However, using green solutions for water damage restoration provides eco-friendly alternatives to reduce the hazardous materials used in traditional restoration techniques. These methods involve fewer hazardous materials than traditional repair techniques, reducing the environmental impact of water damage.

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

Architizer

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.

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7 Formidable Sustainable Firms Dynamically Disrupting the Architectural Status Quo

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Sustainability has become something of a buzzword in the industry. In some instances, sustainability is employed as a marketing tool, reinforced by superficial practices with little environmental benefit. Order your copy today.

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Sustainable Suburban Expansion: How Architects Are Reawakening Dormant Developments

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Addressing the ecological, economic and social challenges caused by urban sprawl underscores the urgent need for a sustainable approach to suburban expansion. Further, this forward-thinking approach embraces sustainable design practices, including green building techniques and energy efficiency.

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RootStudio transforms former Oaxaca convent into culinary centre

Deezen

Strict preservation guidelines dictated that the old building had to be restored as it was first built An array of commercial and recreational facilities are also incorporated, such as a restaurant, kitchen, cocktail and tasting rooms, gallery, cafeteria, multipurpose rooms, auditorium, courtyards, arcade gardens and retail premises.

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Jay Blades, Babette Porcelijn and Rajeev Kathpalia join Katie Treggiden on Dezeen Awards sustainability jury

Deezen

Indian architect Rajeev Kathpalia, TV presenter Jay Blades and designer Babette Porcelijn have joined the Dezeen Awards 2022 sustainability jury. Led by sustainable design expert Katie Treggiden , the panel also includes co-founder and creative director Nick Shute from Dodds and Shute , as well as textile designer Lauren Chang.

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Transforming Uppsala Town Hall inspired by Kintsugi

Avontuura

The transformation visibly repairs and restores the old old town hall while adding new qualities through modern building techniques. The post Transforming Uppsala Town Hall inspired by Kintsugi appeared first on Åvontuura.