ArchDaily

OCTOBER 10, 2024

Today, the city is a dynamic example of how modern and contemporary architecture can coexist with ancient structures. In parallel, urban planning projects like transforming the former Turia riverbed into a lush green park have redefined public space and sustainability in the city. Read more »

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ArchDaily

OCTOBER 29, 2024

However, with the decreasing availability of labor and new demands for efficiency and sustainability, the construction sector has gradually begun to explore innovative alternatives. In this context, the Parkside Carvoeira building in Florianópolis stands out as a landmark of innovation, being the tallest wood frame building in Brazil.

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Deezen

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

The brand says the fabric is more sustainable than conventional textiles because the aloe requires no pesticides and uses less water during cultivation than other plants, especially cotton. This gives spaces an ethereal, contemporary glow without sacrificing privacy.

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ArchDaily

OCTOBER 31, 2024

Architectural grafting , a concept recently popularized by Jeanne Gang in The Art of Architectural Grafting , presents a transformative approach to urban regeneration and sustainability. By reimagining historic buildings for modern use, this approach fosters a sustainable evolution of cityscapes. Read more »

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ArchDaily

NOVEMBER 17, 2024

Courtesy of onix The evolution of new technologies, innovative applications, and a shift towards sustainable solutions are central to contemporary hotel architecture. These developments aim to raise awareness about environmental care while enhancing indoor comfort and well-being.

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ArchDaily

FEBRUARY 24, 2025

Image Courtesy of Weinberger The Brick Award is presented every two years to honor innovative, sustainable, and visionary brick architecture worldwide. This prestigious award recognizes excellence across various categories and offers a global platform to highlight the versatility and potential of bricks in contemporary architecture.

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Archinect

DECEMBER 21, 2022

24 projects have been recognized as the “best in contemporary architecture” at the 2022 Prix Versailles. ” According to the organizers, winning projects were chosen in line with the principles of “intelligent sustainability,” encompassing each project’s ecological, social, and cultural implications.

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ArchDaily

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

By integrating new technologies, contemporary strategies are giving new life to existing buildings, propelling already-built projects into the future. Image Courtesy of SolarLab Renovations involve design processes that transform, refurbish and enhance architectural elements. Read more »

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Deezen

MARCH 23, 2025

The central service counter at Krume Bcker's new space is formed from compounded earth Mallol Arquitectos chose to build the counter out of compacted earth, combining local materials and ancestral techniques to create a contemporary aesthetic. months," said Mallol Arquitectos. The photography is by Mauricio Carvajal.

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ArchDaily

DECEMBER 21, 2023

For architectural innovators, exploring new technological potentials and envisioning ways to enrich people’s lives have long been driving forces, shaping responses to contemporary challenges.

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ArchDaily

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024

These projects focus on aligning constructions with local technical standards and adapting spaces to be more functional and sustainable , meeting current demands. Fran Parente The term " retrofit ," unlike rehabilitation or restoration , has been adopted by the market to address technological upgrades in existing buildings.

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ArchDaily

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

Image Courtesy of WoHo Systems Contemporary challenges and technological developments inevitably trigger changes in how we design and build our cities. WoHo Factory. The traditional construction industry suffers from inefficiencies that render methods slow, expensive, or harmful to the environment.

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ArchDaily

OCTOBER 7, 2024

As it evolves, terrazzo adapts to modern building standards and growing environmental awareness, ensuring its relevance in contemporary architecture and design while expanding sustainable solutions. Read more »

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ArchDaily

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

© Mohamed Somji architects: Schiattarella Associati Location: Diriyah, Saudi Arabia Project Year: 2024 Photographs: Mohamed Somji Photographs: Antoine Horenbeek Photographs: Hassan Al Shatti Photographs: Guido Petruccioli Area: 12000.0 m2 Read more »

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ArchDaily

MAY 15, 2024

Image © Pacha Mother / Adrian Hernandez In the quest to promote a more sustainable construction where the use of natural materials contributes to the transmission of local traditions and cultures , an increasing number of architecture projects are exploring different resources and techniques to address environmental, economic, or social concerns.

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ArchDaily

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

Image © Fernando Schapochnik IR Arquitectura is not just a studio; it defines itself as a platform for exploration that integrates architectural practice with tangential topics such as the city, landscape , technology , and sustainability. Read more »

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Archinect

JULY 3, 2023

Founded and led by David Thompson, and based on Sunset Boulevard, the firm describes itself as “driven by a commitment to collaboration and craftsmanship to create enduring environments that are user-focused, innovative, and sustainable.”

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ArchDaily

OCTOBER 17, 2023

That is, of course, until new living and working patterns blurred these boundaries to respond to contemporary trends. It was common for each use to be separated into its own room, making enclosed, rigid spaces the standard norm for architects to follow. Read more »

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Architizer

APRIL 14, 2025

As the climate crisis affects the built environment and urban populations continue to grow, the need for sustainable and resilient housing is more urgent than ever. Explore eight sustainable residential buildings, each designed to reduce ecological impact while also promoting a healthier, more modern and connected way of living.

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ArchDaily

DECEMBER 3, 2023

While construction techniques have evolved and been updated over the years, there is still a long way to explore where the understanding of climate, geographic location, sustainability, structural requirements, and other factors determine its degree of application.

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ArchDaily

MARCH 25, 2024

In contemporary construction, the integration of solar control measures has become essential to improve the energy efficiency of buildings, especially in hot climates where the need to mitigate the effects of solar radiation is critical.

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Avontuura

JULY 14, 2022

The morphology of the houses and farm buildings on the site is reinterpreted, giving rise to large contemporary longères. The post HEMAA and Hesters Oyon complete contemporary archetype for the school of Heudebouville appeared first on Åvontuura.

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Archeyes

JANUARY 11, 2025

The post White Fortress by TAEP/AAP: A Contemporary Residential Landmark appeared first on ArchEyes. Located in the coastal landscape of Al Khiran, Kuwait, the White Fortress is a modern residence designed by TAEP/AAP. Completed in 2023, the house reinterprets Northern Gulf architectural principles of.

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ArchDaily

JUNE 19, 2023

Image © Bernd Bieder/imageBROKER/Superstock As the challenges posed by climate change increase in number and intensity, it also heightens the need to find sustainable building practices that connect to ecosystems and livelihoods rather than harm them.

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ArchDaily

JULY 13, 2023

The 2023 installment was centered on the theme of sustainability in its various forms, encompassing subjects related to migration, digital building technologies and material research, future urban developments, and housing, bringing together architects, designers, artists, academics, and photographers from 52 different countries.

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Archinect

DECEMBER 20, 2021

The awards seek to promote sustainable design across a variety of fields in the built environment and “underscore the admiration and respect we owe to works of architecture in view of the lasting marks they leave. Each category saw three winners selected, picked from a pool of 94 candidates.

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Archinect

APRIL 21, 2022

The Kendall College of Art and Design (KCAD) at Ferris State University has announced its five finalists for the 2022 edition of the Wege Prize , a nine-year-old global student design competition to provide circular economic solutions to a slate of pressing contemporary issues.

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Avontuura

JULY 17, 2023

The post JAJA Architects and Brandsberg Dahl complete contemporary wood church with natural light filtering through gable roof appeared first on Åvontuura. The nave is placed as a direct extension of the main street creating a plaza for both the church and town.

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Avontuura

FEBRUARY 11, 2024

The post Amelia Tavella in the running for the European Union Contemporary Architecture – Prize Mies van der Rohe 2024 appeared first on Åvontuura. The young architect had to rebuild it without abandoning the remnants of the past. It now exists in two scenes.

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Archinect

MARCH 12, 2025

UC Berkeley architecture professor and 2025 Cooper Hewitt National Design Award recipient Ronald Rael is one of the artists taking part in this year’s Desert X exhibition with an installation showcasing the power of raw earth materials and their eventual use in promoting sustainable building practices in Los Angeles.

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ArchDaily

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

These gatherings facilitate the exchange of innovative ideas, the exploration of sustainable practices, and the fostering of collaboration among architects, designers, and urban planners. The World Urban Forum in Cairo focuses on local sustainable actions, while Dubai Design Week showcases innovative design in the Middle East.

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ArchDaily

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

As contemporary architecture becomes more and more concerned with sustainability and environmental responsibility, the popularity of the material has also increased. The materials derived from wood are thus associated with less greenhouse gas emissions on the condition of trees being harvested from sustainably managed forests.

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Archinect

FEBRUARY 11, 2022

The design team worked with real estate developer Jacob Root to create the project with the hopes of diversifying the housing stock available to those interested in the area where new residential construction costs usually begin at $600,000.

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Archinect

APRIL 25, 2023

” Image courtesy UNStudio As always, UNStudio says sustainability will be the project’s central concern, adding that it will serve as a “landmark in sustainability and future-proof design in China. It aims to be a benchmark for newly integrated urban developments in Nanjing, across the country, and beyond.”

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ArchDaily

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

Image Courtesy of The Isamu Noguchi Foundation and Garden Museum Contemporary architecture's approach to space is fairly linear: enveloping a specified volume within some form of material construct. Mexican architect Carlos Lazo's Cuevas Civilizadas project in Mexico City.

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Architizer

JANUARY 31, 2025

Architizer's 13th A+Awards features a suite of sustainability-focused categories recognizing designers that are building a greener industry and a better future. Notable works: Braslia Cathedral (1958-1970); Pampulha Modern Ensemble (1943); Copan Building (1957); and the Museum of Contemporary Art in Niteri, Brazil (1996).

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Architizer

DECEMBER 12, 2024

Brutalism is now seen as a reflection of the post-war social and cultural climate, sparking debates on its architectural value and integration into contemporary urban landscapes. Does Brutalism align with or contradict contemporary sustainability practices?

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