ArchDaily

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

© Rasmus Hjortshoj If you follow BIG, you have probably already seen Bjarke Angles talk about hedonistic sustainability and how this concept permeates the most daring projects of the Danish office. CopenHill / BIG. Read more »

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ArchDaily

MARCH 17, 2024

In addition, because it is 100% recyclable and has a low environmental impact during its production, zinc is a sustainable choice for construction projects. Read more »

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Archinect

DECEMBER 27, 2023

The winners of the 2023 Archiproducts Design Awards are out now, with a new ‘Sustainability Award’ and superlative recognition added to honor the singular ‘Designer of the Year’ included in the program’s now eighth overall edition.

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ArchDaily

JANUARY 25, 2024

In today’s landscape, a sustainability roadmap is a strategic imperative for business resilience and growth. With the industry responsible for nearly 40% of global carbon emissions and substantial material waste, a shift towards sustainable practices is imperative.

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ArchDaily

FEBRUARY 4, 2024

Image © Resul Muslu via Shutterstock The UN-Habitat Urban Lab has published “My Neighborhood ,” a publication that offers a checklist of urban design principles aimed at creating more sustainable and resilient cities.

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ArchDaily

OCTOBER 1, 2023

As we understand it today, the sustainable architecture movement began to take shape at the end of the 20 th century. In this global discourse on sustainable architecture , wood has long been celebrated as a symbol of environmental consciousness and decarbonization. © Roland Unger | New Baris Souk Court / Hassan Fathy.

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ArchDaily

MARCH 6, 2024

© Pablo Gómez-Ogando / Courtesy of the Norman Foster Institute The Norman Foster Institute is now accepting applications for its Programme on Sustainable Cities, taking place in Madrid from January to December 2025.

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Archinect

DECEMBER 27, 2023

Continuing with our 2023 Year in Review series, let's take a look back at some of the story highlights focusing on decarbonization efforts, material research, policy implementation, and successful applications of sustainability principles this year. Building Electrification Energy-efficient heat pump technology is gaining in popularity.

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ArchDaily

APRIL 8, 2024

More than a mere exhibition, the Electrolux EcoLine Hub offers a fully immersive experience designed to enlighten visitors on the simplicity and significance of practices that can help them live more sustainably at home. Through this initiative, Electrolux aims to stimulate a broader dialogue on the topic.

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Avontuura

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

The post Morphosis unveils sustainable headquarters for Italian energy giant Eni appeared first on Åvontuura. The Morphosis-designed complex is comprised of three buildings interconnected by sky bridges. The Icon Tower is the tallest.

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ArchDaily

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

Moreover, by producing sustainable electricity, integrating this system into refurbishment projects contributes to the building’s day-to-day operations, effectively reducing its environmental impact. Read more »

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ArchDaily

NOVEMBER 4, 2023

Inserting new activities within an existing framework is increasingly becoming a defining aspect of contemporary architecture, as the need for sustainable alternatives to building anew turns more urgent.

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Archinect

APRIL 13, 2023

Nearly one year after breaking ground in Pasadena, construction is in full swing for the Resnick Sustainability Center on the Caltech campus. [.] When completed, the new complex will serve as the physical hub of the Resnick Sustainability Institute, which has existing at Caltech since 2009.

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ArchDaily

OCTOBER 13, 2023

To decarbonize architecture and control global emissions, it is important to rethink and reduce the upfront or embodied carbon impacts of demolitions, as well as implement sustainable construction strategies for buildings. Read more »

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ArchDaily

DECEMBER 21, 2023

Today, sustainability stands as a key challenge, adding new dimensions to the debate, bringing together form, function, the responsible choice of materials and long-term thinking. Adapting to these demands has never held more significance.

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ArchDaily

JANUARY 23, 2024

Image © Fresh Architecture Organized by Monaco Marina Management, the Monaco Smart & Sustainable Marina Rendezvous aims to propose innovative solutions and encourage their application towards the development of virtuous marinas. Project Architecture Award Competition Professional Category Fresh Architecture.

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ArchDaily

FEBRUARY 26, 2023

Image © Tyler Caine As world governments grapple with environmental crises, the construction industry rushes to reevaluate sustainable design and develop new ways of measuring its efficiency. The Global South faces distinctive challenges in building sustainable cities.

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ArchDaily

JUNE 27, 2023

With an emphasis on design excellence, sustainability, collaboration and user-centric approaches, innovation plays a key role in its quest to create iconic and sustainable architectural landmarks. Read more »

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Archinect

MARCH 9, 2023

Even as the tiny house movement continues to gain popularity and shipping containers are beloved both for their aesthetic appeal and supposed sustainability, it’s worth asking if they’re the right material for this purpose.

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Archinect

JUNE 6, 2023

A new project led by Studio Gang will deliver Stanford University a home for the recently-established Stanford Doerr School of Sustainability, called Stanford Sustainability Commons, at a site located on the western half of the school’s Palo Alto, California campus.

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Deezen

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

Retailer Finnish Design Shop has launched a tool to individually assess and rate the sustainability of more than 20,000 design products featured on its online store. The tool assesses five main categories: social responsibility, eco-friendly production, climate impact, sustainable materials, and circular design.

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ArchDaily

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

In light of this, there is a growing interest in alternative construction materials that offer a lower environmental impact and greater sustainability. Furthermore, the transportation process significantly increases its environmental footprint, as the materials are heavy and bulky.

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ArchDaily

DECEMBER 4, 2023

They aim to go back to basics through passive strategies, using natural materials and a contextual understanding to develop sustainable architecture. These projects, far from adopting approaches that reject technology, seek to promote conscious architectural practices.

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ArchDaily

MAY 24, 2023

This waste has a promising potential to replace energy-intensive building systems, such as concrete and brick, by providing building materials that combine sustainability and structural efficiency. Read more »

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Avontuura

MAY 1, 2024

The post De Zwarte Hond design a new, flexible and sustainable school building for Het Element appeared first on Åvontuura. The new school building for Het Element combines two pre-vocational secondary schools, three sports halls, a dojo and a language centre.

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ArchDaily

NOVEMBER 19, 2023

The project serves as a model for sustainability and environmental friendliness. Aiming to enhance community strength, the design boasts a timber framework , an energy-generating façade, and plenty of communal spaces. Read more »

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Archinect

OCTOBER 19, 2023

An energy-efficient family home designed and built by students from the California State Polytechnic University, Pomona (CPP) has been honored with ten awards at the inaugural Orange County Sustainability Decathlon (OCSD) in California.

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Aric Gitomer Architect

AUGUST 22, 2022

Sustainable houses are now the talk of the town. For many homeowners, having sustainable features on their property is now a must. Residential architects have also upgraded by adapting their designs to be more sustainable and environment-friendly. Let’s look at some essentials that can make your houses sustainable.

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Archinect

OCTOBER 18, 2022

” Special Commendations, Honor, Merit, and three select Climate Action Awards were given to projects that all met sustainability benchmarks laid forth by the AIA’s Framework for Design Excellence.

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Urban Design Associates

APRIL 26, 2024

Much of the sustainability-focused technology and resources available today give you the flexibility to create a completely custom space designed to fit your desired aesthetic. Here are four trends we are seeing in sustainable luxury properties that you can use to lower the environmental impact of your dream home.

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Westeck News

JANUARY 12, 2024

Content courtesy of FGIA – Fenestration & Glazing Industry Alliance Sustainability The fenestration industry continues to grow and strives for buildings that are both environmentally-friendly and energy efficient. FGIA actively participates in sustainability initiatives, with a focus on the fenestration and glazing industry.

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ArchDaily

JANUARY 29, 2024

Centro de Interpretação do Românico / spaceworkers. Image © Fernando Guerra | FG+SG "If the cement industry were a country, it would be the third-largest emitter of carbon dioxide in the world, with about 2.8 billion tons, surpassed only by China and the United States."

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Archinect

AUGUST 12, 2022

Continuing with Archinect's weekly job highlights , we've put together a list of firms that put sustainability and ecological design/research at the forefront of their practices. BKSK Architects, LLP seeks a Sustainability Coordinator Location: New York, NY Experience Level: 1-3 years. 1 Great Jones Alley by BKSK Architects.

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ArchDaily

DECEMBER 18, 2023

No Footprint House / A-01 ©Fernando Alda In the context of global initiatives to promote energy efficiency and the decarbonization of buildings, Latin America is at the center of the debate.

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Deezen

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

Development company Human Nature has received planning approval to transform a former industrial site in Lewes into a sustainable 685-home neighbourhood that will be the UK's largest made from timber. The Phoenix aims to provide sustainable housing to people with a range of income brackets.

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Avontuura

JULY 6, 2023

The post Geology-inspired sustainable tower “The Canyon” by MVRDV is completed in San Francisco’s Mission Rock appeared first on Åvontuura. The design references Californian rock formations, and features a landscaped public “canyon” that cuts through the building’s plinth.

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Architectural Record

MARCH 31, 2024

RECORD dives into the complex challenges of sustainable building through multiple perspectives, from envelope-pushing projects to material and technical innovations that promise industry-wide change.

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