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Norman Foster to launch UN sustainability declaration for architects

Deezen

The United Nations has written a set of "principles for sustainable and inclusive urban design and architecture" for architects to sign up to called the San Marino Declaration, which architect Norman Foster is set to launch. In a way, it's a condensation of the Sustainable Development Goals , which were also developed by the United Nations.".

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A4 Spotlight: : Innovations in Sustainable Energy

A4 Architects

However, on the horizon, a wide variety of sustainable energy alternatives are being developed, promising a more enduring future. Harnessing tidal power is one example of possible sustainable energy. Coastal nations like the United Kingdom and Canada are leading the efforts on this front, demonstrating the viability of this technology.

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Deep Dive: Unearthing the Potential of Underground Development

Architizer

Underground construction has traditionally been associated with transportation infrastructure, storage facilities and utility tunnels. Numerous countries across the globe are actively venturing into underground development beyond transportation and utility infrastructure. Architects: Want to have your project featured? Shanghai, China.

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What is Rammed Earth Construction?

Santa Cruz Architect

In an age where sustainability and environmental consciousness are at the forefront of architectural innovation, ancient building techniques are experiencing a renaissance. Modern rammed-earth technology combines traditional wisdom with contemporary engineering, offering a sustainable solution to contemporary construction challenges.

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Lend Lease's mass-timber tower was shipped from Austria to Australia

Deezen

"A showpiece for natural and new, it is where modern architecture meets a natural building material, called cross-laminated timber (CLT), which will unlock a new era in the future of sustainable development and healthier living," said Lend Lease at the time of completion.

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Temporary Modular Buildings: The Future of Construction

Architecture Ideas

Luckily, widespread changes in company sustainability policy and key advances in technology ensure that the industry remains on track. This has the potential to be a costly and time-consuming process, and there is always the risk of damage during transportation.

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Three interconnected solutions for 'saving' urban centers

BD+C

In the last three years, urban centers have been hammered by an unprecedented series of connected, compounding crises—from existential threats like the pandemic and climate change, to complex issues of safety, equity, and affordability. If people are to come to the office, they’re coming because it’s a destination, not an obligation.