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Rethinking Sustainability Through Site-Specific Strategies

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Image Paul Clemence Sustainability in architecture is often framed as a universal challenge, leading to standardized solutions that prioritize efficiency over context. However, architecture is inherently tied to its environment buildings interact with climate, topography, and cultural history in ways that demand specificity.

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Rowan Moore reviews new 'Difficult Sites' exhibition on challenging architectural parameters

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This small but rewarding show is a celebration of architectural skill and ingenuity, spurred on by whatever complexities might arise. If you're feeling up to the challenge, ' Difficult Sites: Architecture Against the Odds ', which opened on October 11th, will remain on view until March 25th, 2025 at the RIBA Architecture Gallery in London.

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Taming Nature: How Architecture is Redefining Its Relationship with the Environment

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Image Stanley Fung Integrating natural elements into architectural design has long been a fundamental pursuit in creating comfortable, sustainable environments that enhance both individual well-being and the relationship between buildings and their surrounding context.

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2024 showcased the potential of 3D printing in architecture

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The architecture world witnessed a transformative year in 2024, with 3D printing continuing to broaden the possibilities of design and construction.

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From Plan to Reality: Unlocking the Power of Aerial Imagery for AEC

Aerial imagery has emerged as a necessary tool for architecture, engineering, and construction firms seeking to improve pre-construction site analysis, make more informed planning decisions, and ensure all stakeholders have access to an accurate visualization of the site to keep the project moving forward.

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In Pursuit of Health: How Medical Concerns Shaped Modernist Architecture

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The intersection of architecture and medicine profoundly shaped modernist design, where transparency, light , and air became essential tools in the pursuit of health. More than sites of treatment, sanatoriums embodied contemporary medical theories in built form.

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Valencia Architecture City Guide: Unveiling 24 Architectural Highlights Across Spain’s Artistic Hub

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Image © saiko3p via Shutterstock Valencia , one of Spain's most vibrant cities, boasts a rich architectural history that mirrors its cultural and historical evolution. Each period left a distinct architectural imprint, giving Valencia a unique blend of Gothic , Baroque , and Renaissance structures alongside modern interventions.

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