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SCAPE completes Living Breakwaters coastal resiliency project for Staten Island

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Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)’s Rebuild By Design competition in 2013. Image courtesy SCAPE/Ty Cole Staten Island was heavily impacted by Superstorm Sandy, prompting the launch of the U.S. A live oyster installation for the project is expected to follow by 2027.

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New environmental landscapes in urban Chinese parks | News | Architonic

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Driven by economic factors to improve energy security and dominate the emerging renewable energy market, China has, in fact, been the world’s leading investor in renewable energy since 2013. These <a href="[link] parks</a> turn urban environments into sustainable, functional and b…

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Weaving centre that "gives formal expression to local crafts" wins Mies Crown Hall Prize

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Located near the developing town of Guayaquil, the project was designed by Gómez of Natura Futura and Bamba to provide a space for local artisans and act as a contrast to local urban development that has resulted in deforestation. The weaving collective also participated in the construction of the project.

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Chinese architects facing nightmare working conditions amid real-estate crisis

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Spiralling developer debt and stalling projects After a long period of booming urban development, China's property industry is in turmoil, with developers struggling under spiralling debt and construction projects grinding to a halt. Photo by Chao Zhang Then, in 2021, Evergrande dropped a bombshell.

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Five key projects by architect and Dezeen Awards judge Francine Houben

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She is currently overseeing a diverse range of projects spanning cultural, educational, residential, and urban developments. From designing innovative mixed-use developments to revitalizing historic landmarks, our team is committed to creating architecture that enriches lives and enhances communities."

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Architecture and the Economy: Inside China’s Ghost Cities

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In recent months, as rumors of China’s economic crisis have spread, the images that seem to interest people the most are photographs of China’s so-called “ghost cities” — urban developments that are eerily under-occupied. But what do these images signify?

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The Future of Cities Should be Transit-Oriented

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Nowadays, many megacities are developing faster than when they were planned in the first place. As a result, roads have become too narrow, and parking lots are not large enough, yet the urban environment is unpleasant due to traffic and air pollution. TOD: The Solution To Today’s Urban Issues? Problematic Cities.

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