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UNStudio wins competition for new mixed-use development in Düsseldorf

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The New Heart proposal The proposed New Heart development is located directly on the Kennedydamm, in a unique location in Düsseldorf that is set to undergo major changes in the coming years. Accessibility, individuality and diversity form the cornerstones of the sustainable urban planning and architectural strategy. Source by UNStudio.

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“A different way of developing cities” — SERA Architects' Tim Smith discusses the OMSI District and civic ecology

Portland Architecture

The district is projected to include 1,200 housing units, forming with the Burnside Bridgehead development to the north a residential bookend to the otherwise non-residential Central Eastside. There are ambitious sustainability goals here, its backers promise, and a commitment to equity. Brian Libby: Congratulations on your fellowship.

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A4 Spotlight: Converting to Sustainable Energy

A4 Architects

However, some other countries have managed to almost completely convert their energy systems from ones like those found in the Unites States to nearly 100% sustainable systems in less than two decades. In 2006, the Uruguayan government launched its National Energy Policy, which set ambitious targets for renewable energy development.

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The Forestias Bangkok sustainable quarter

e-architect

Image: Rungkit Charoenwat Grant Associates first collaborated with architects Foster + Partners, TK Studio Co, and a wide team of consultants in 2017 to develop this unique and distinctive landscape concept. The entire development is based on smart city principles, with autonomous vehicles, smart meters and sensor networks.

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Competitions: International Competition for the development of the master plan for the "Adem Jashari" Memorial Complex in Prekaz, Municipality of Skenderaj, in the Republic of Kosovo.

Bustler

Registration Deadline: Sep 6, 2023; Submission Deadline Sep 7, 2023 PROJECT NAME: Development of the Master Plan for the “Adem Jashari” Memorial Complex in Prekaz, Municipality of Skenderaj, in the Republic of Kosovo. This Memorial Complex is the most significant site of memory in Kosovo. TEAM REQUIREMENTS TO PARTICIPATE IN THE COMPETITION.

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Construction reaches roof levels of landmark development above Hong Kong’s High Speed Rail West Kowloon Terminus by Zaha Hadid Architects

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development above Hong Kong’s High Speed Rail West Kowloon Terminus. Adjacent to the West Kowloon Cultural District, the development connects established and emerging neighbourhoods with a network of public gardens and landscaped plazas. Construction works have reached roof level at the new 3.2 million sq.

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"There are a lot of dangerous myths" about sustainability says Norman Foster

Deezen

British architect Norman Foster explains his studio 's approach towards sustainability and his views on concrete, timber, aviation and Architects Declare in this exclusive interview. Foster said the studio, which is the UK's largest, aims to create buildings that are both sustainable and improve people's lives.