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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. Architects hold "key to a more sustainable future".

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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. Consider the possibilities of expanding underground development to encompass a broader range of building typologies. Architects: Want to have your project featured? Shanghai, China.

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American Housing Month – June 2023 Is Here!!!

Aric Gitomer Architect

Each year, the American Housing Survey (AHS) is sponsored is sponsored by the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and conducted by the U.S. However, the housing industry faces numerous challenges that limit its ability to meet the growing demand for safe, affordable, and sustainable homes. Census Bureau.

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Stockholm Wood City: The World’s Largest Wooden City

Santa Cruz Architect

Swedish urban developer Atrium Ljungberg has initiated Stockholm Wood City, anticipated to be the world’s largest urban wooden construction project. Their goal is to set a new standard for sustainable construction. The project, to be built in Sickla in south-central Stockholm, will extend over 62 acres.

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Competitions: Call for Entries : DUBAI 2100 Ideas Competition by Creathlon

Bustler

Its contemporary high-rise architecture, comprising glass, steel, and concrete, has set new benchmarks in urban design and architecture, earning global recognition for its world-record-breaking developments. Dubai’s growth in architecture is largely due to the discovery of fossil fuels and the global market’s trade opportunities.

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Henning Larsen and Ramboll win competition to transform Prague Central Station

aasarchitecture

Redefining the city’s landscape and propelling its vision to becoming a more sustainable, livable place, the design champions low-emission mobility options, adaptive reuse and timber construction. Central to the design is a large, open-roof timber canopy, unifying the surrounding park, central station, and communal transport center.

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Uppsala Central by C.F. Møller Architects

aasarchitecture

A new development plan for Uppsala C with the aim of creating a vibrant meeting place, and at the same time an attractive and efficient transport hub. A new development plan for Uppsala C with the aim of creating a vibrant meeting place, and at the same time an attractive and efficient transport hub. Image © C.F.