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Büro Ole Scheeren Unveils a Live-Work-Play Development in Hangzhou, China

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Image © Büro Ole Scheeren Büro Ole Scheeren has revealed their design for an 800,000 sq ft development following the concept of live-work-lay in Hangzhou , China. Urban Glen by Ole Scheeren. Titled Urban Glen, the project situated between West Lake and the Qiantang River comprises two towers connected by a central plinth. Read more »

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The Triple Bottom Line in Architecture: Developing Properties for People, Planet, and Profit

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Image © Dave Burk Prioritizing people and the planet, when it comes to building construction and real estate development, is being seen as more than an ethical mandate - it is a highly profitable approach. In Toronto , Canada, the ongoing Downsview Airport redevelopment project showcases this mindset in practice.

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DEVELOPING: Los Angeles fires threaten iconic architecture and homes

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The dangerous fire situation unfolding on the ground across Los Angeles has captured the attention of Archinect as we try to keep on top of potential damage to homes, businesses, and historic structures in the Pacific Palisades, Altadena, and Pasadena, which is also our home.

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Courses on climate budgeting and resilience selected for 2025 Course Development Prize in Architecture

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The Association of Collegiate Schools of Architecture (ACSA), together with the Temple Hoyne Buell Center for the Study of American Architecture at Columbia University , have announced their annual selection of the Course Development Prize in Architecture, Climate Change, and Society.

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Revolutionize Concrete Durability with Kryton’s Integral Waterproofing Solutions

Kryton International leads the way in integral waterproofing solutions for concrete, helping architects, engineers, and developers protect their projects from moisture-related damage. This proven technology is trusted worldwide for its ability to self-seal micro-cracks, protect against water ingress, and withstand harsh conditions.

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Northwestern University researchers develop approach to create carbon-negative cement and concrete

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Researchers from Northwestern University have developed a carbon-negative building material that is made using seawater, electricity, and carbon dioxide. Their approach focuses on creating an alternative source of the calcium- and magnesium-based minerals that comprise materials, such as cement , concrete , paint, and plasters.

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Bjarke Ingels talks Bhutan smart city development with CBS' '60 Minutes'

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The 386-square-mile master plan's design features many public buildings and other important infrastructure that double as bridges, unfolding in the shape of a Mandala flower, which hosts 11 neighborhood-scale developments rendered with increased density as they cascade in ribbons down to a low-lying southern terminus.

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Sustainable Architecture: Design Green with the Client in Mind

Speaker: Pedro Clarke – Principal Architect at A+ Architecture, In Loco Program Director

There are a variety of approaches you can use to develop this collaborative sustainable culture. While these are legitimate concerns, it is our responsibility as architects to listen and foster a collaborative culture that answers client issues while also reducing our carbon footprint. Join this webinar to learn how!