Architizer

JANUARY 22, 2025

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Safety Zoning Innovation Architecture 130

Architizer

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

At its heart, Architizer’s A+Product Awards celebrates products and materials that redefine the possibilities of design, technology and sustainability within architecture. Among the defining themes in last season’s winning entries was sustainability.

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Innovation Inspiration Sustainability Industrial 121

Archinect

MARCH 7, 2025

This edition of Bustler's curated picks of noteworthy architecture and design competitions features four calls seeking forward-thinking and sustainable home designs that address Los Angeles' housing shortage, research proposals that address the connection between the built environment and human health, innovative hospitality products, and schemes for (..)

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Innovation Architecture Sustainability Environment 162

Architizer

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

From resilient structures to adaptive landscapes, these projects provide a blueprint for how the built environment can harmonize with water rather than succumb to it. The park offers spaces for retreat and recreation, transforming the waterfront into a vibrant, sustainable landscape that reconnects the city with nature.

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Innovation Design Landscape Sustainability 119

Deezen

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

Rwanda Institute for Conservation Agriculture has won Dezeen Awards 2024 sustainable project of the year following the announcement of all six sustainability category winners at a party in London. The sustainability master jury described the renovation as "ambitious and surgically done".

Sustainability 137

Sustainability Renovation Real Estate Industrial 137

ArchDaily

DECEMBER 3, 2023

Courtesy of Kingspan What insulation materials are needed to meet the challenges facing the modern built environment, including how to create a more sustainable future? Kingspan’s dedicated innovation center, IKON, hosted a panel of experts to discuss some of the key issues and explore solutions. Read more »

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Innovation Materials Construction Construction 326

Architizer

JANUARY 24, 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. People need up-skilling in the art of not destroying the environment, upon which their own existence depends. Digging deeper, there are key wins with sustainable architecture.

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Sustainability Architecture Design Environment 125

ArchDaily

MARCH 13, 2024

Pioneering advanced construction and large-scale 3D Printing , ICON was selected as ArchDaily’s Best New Practices of 2021 due to its boundary-breaking technology that is advancing capability in the built environment. The Texas -based startup has just unveiled various toolkits and products to modernize construction processes further.

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Innovation Materials Construction Construction 293

ArchDaily

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Image © Erik Melander Innovative materials play a crucial role in shaping the future of architecture. They offer not only novel ways to craft buildings but also sustainable and efficient solutions to address pressing environmental challenges. As part of our year-in-review, we reflect on the innovative materials that were featured.

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Innovation Materials Sustainability Visualization 293

Archinect

OCTOBER 14, 2024

Led by Katherine Chia and Arjun Desai, the firm describes its approach to design as one that “merges technology, material innovation, sustainability, and the craft of building into collaborative and socially dynamic environments.”

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Space Architecture Firms Commercial 279

ArchDaily

MARCH 17, 2025

Image Dian Stanchev Architecture evolves, particularly in how it reflects the relationships between people, their behavior, and the environment. According to the World Bank , 56% of the population currently lives in urban environments, and it is estimated that by 2050 this number will reach 70%. Read more

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Residential Innovation Estimating Environment 274

ArchDaily

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

The traditional construction industry suffers from inefficiencies that render methods slow, expensive, or harmful to the environment. Excessive material waste and lengthy build times pose significant challenges to built environment professionals, calling attention to the complexity and rigidity of conventional construction processes.

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Sustainability Innovation Industrial Environment 261

Santa Cruz Architect

DECEMBER 23, 2024

Tianjin Eco-City is proposed as a sustainable solution to the urban future (image credits: China.org.cn) As cities across the globe grapple with the challenges of rapid urbanization, climate change, and resource scarcity, the concept of EcoCities has emerged as a guiding framework for sustainable urban development.

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Sustainability Restoration Cities Developer 89

ArchDaily

OCTOBER 8, 2024

Today's architectural megatrends are driven by the need for sustainability, resilience, and material innovation, particularly in response to climate change and resource conservation. Wellness-focused design is also gaining importance, prioritizing environments that support physical and mental health. Read more »

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Sustainability Modern Design Innovation 246

Architizer

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

This cladding is the real deal for sustainable design, requiring no upkeep or repainting while reducing water, energy and carbon impact during the construction phase. Designed to disappear when not in use, it is an innovative screen that delivers 44% more natural light than traditional screens.

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Innovation Home Housing Sustainability 116

EntreArchitect

JANUARY 6, 2025

Embracing Innovation: A Conversation with Evan Troxel Evan Troxel is no stranger to the EntreArchitect community. ” The Adoption Gap: A Persistent Challenge for Architects One of the key themes Evan discussed was the gap between innovation and adoption in the architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) industry.

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Innovation Small Firm Architect Technology 109

SW Oregon Architect

JANUARY 19, 2025

Towering skyscrapers, opulent stadiums, and dazzling facades captivate our imaginations, yet they often come at a costboth to the environment and to our connection with the spaces we inhabit. Alain de Botton reminds us that our environments hold the power to reveal our better selves. Restraint does not imply a lack of ambition.

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Architecture Environment Estimating Sustainability 210

ArchDaily

MAY 8, 2024

In the built environment, plastic has been incorporated into various materials, products, and construction systems , contributing to an environmental crisis that seriously affects the well-being of millions of living beings. Read more »

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Innovation Utilities Architecture Environment 312

ArchDaily

AUGUST 23, 2023

Image © Billie Grace Ward via Flickr In the ever-evolving landscape of urban development , cities are faced with an array of challenges that demand quick and innovative solutions, ranging from the critical issue of affordable housing to the pressing need for efficient and decongested infrastructure and sustainable energy practices.

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Regulation Sustainability Urban Development Housing 246

Architizer

DECEMBER 3, 2024

Architizer's 13th A+Awards features a suite of sustainability-focused categories recognizing designers that are building a greener industry — and a better future. Like many of its neighbors, such as Riga, Tallinn, Stockholm and Copenhagen, Helsinki is a leader in design and culture, brimming with incredible architecture and innovation.

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Government Technique Innovation Sustainability 130

ArchDaily

JANUARY 6, 2025

In the heart of Yucatn, Awakening represents an innovative approach to sustainable hospitality, designed to harmonize with the natural environment. Completed in 2024 in El Cuyo, Mexico. Images by Santiago Baravalle.

Innovation 349

Innovation Sustainability Environment Nature 349

ArchDaily

JANUARY 21, 2024

© Mohamed Aly Etman The “Soil Sisters” initiative explores how architectural design and sustainable material practices can contribute to soil nutrition and resilience. Read more »

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Innovation Architecture Sustainability Environment 298

ArchDaily

AUGUST 7, 2023

Courtesy of World Urban Parks How can we create inclusive, equitable and dignified public spaces that are adaptable and responsive to the local environment? Read more »

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Sustainability Space Innovation Design 246

Archinect

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

RIBA's Regional Director of London, John Nahar, said: "There is such a diverse range of work in this year’s selection, from the restoration of some of London's most recognized landmarks, to high-quality social housing and innovative live/work solutions.

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Project Restoration Innovation Sustainability 173

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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Events Architecture Innovation Sustainability 352

Archinect

JANUARY 29, 2025

Casa Pirul was born as an innovative concept: the harmonious integration between architecture and the environment where it is located. Thus, we managed to merge the exterior with the interior of the residence in an efficient and sustainable way. As for engineering, we implemented an ambitious electrical sys.

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Development Developer Architecture Housing 130

Archinect

DECEMBER 23, 2022

“The award seeks to challenge the future of daylight in the built environment with an open-minded and experimental approach,” the organizers say. ” The 2022 edition attracted 507 projects submitted from 211 schools of architecture in 63 countries.

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Innovation Students Environment Sustainability 264

Architizer

JANUARY 15, 2025

People engage with architecture daily, yet often without awareness of how these design innovations impact their lives. This connection is significant because AI tools and parametric design play an important role in achieving sustainable goals.

Architect 121

Architect Architecture Sustainability Technology 121

ArchDaily

JULY 1, 2024

From futuristic skyscrapers to co-working spaces, the future of work environments respond to the dynamic needs of modern businesses and their employees. The realm of office architecture is a chance for designers to innovate and influence work cultures. Read more »

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Environment Innovation Sustainability Modern 339

ArchDaily

APRIL 4, 2024

Image Courtesy of MASSLAB In every city, urban housing projects represent most of the built environments, reflecting an intricate weave of societal needs and architectural visions.

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Project Housing Sustainability Innovation 362

ArchDaily

MARCH 4, 2024

Courtesy of Limbo Accra Running from November 11, 2023 until March 10, 2024, The Sharjah Architecture Triennia l celebrates innovations in the built environment , particularly in the global south. DAAR's "Concrete Tent" combines elements of a mobile tent and concrete house, exploring the concept of "permanent temporariness.”

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Installation Innovation Sustainability Events 347

ArchDaily

JANUARY 21, 2024

A major demand currently facing the industry is the need to respond to the growing wave of environmental awareness and embrace sustainable development objectives. The requirement to address sustainability is driven by a growing social awareness of environmental issues.

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Renovation Sustainability Innovation Management 300

ArchDaily

MAY 24, 2024

Formerly neglected spaces, overlooked or dismissed as mere leftovers of urban planning, are now transformed into dynamic environments for community engagement and artistic expression. Read more »

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Cities Space Installation Innovation 313

Architizer

JANUARY 13, 2025

From campuses that feel like futuristic parks to skyscrapers with views to match their innovation, these offices are not just workplaces; theyre masterful designs that prioritize sustainability, creativity and employee well-being. It also added over half a mile of protected bike lanes and pedestrian-friendly pathways.

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Space Glass Firms Sustainability 116

ArchDaily

MAY 8, 2024

Image Courtesy of VitrA Producing sustainable materials and products demands constant analysis of how we conserve resources and manage waste effectively. In that context, sustaining the dialogue on waste disposal is fundamental to positively impacting our environment and maximizing circular economy opportunities.

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Materials Sustainability Management Innovation 284

ArchDaily

APRIL 24, 2024

They recognize and celebrate outstanding achievements in architectural projects, promoting excellence and innovation, while also providing visibility and exposure for architects and companies, highlighting projects that might otherwise go unnoticed. Read more »

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Housing Education Innovation Sustainability 307

Architizer

OCTOBER 22, 2024

Inviting designers to rethink the possibilities of the built environment, the 12th Annual A+Awards marked a pivotal moment for the global architecture community. The following five honorees embody the essence of reimagining architecture, showcasing projects that push boundaries and set new standards for creativity, sustainability and impact.

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Firms Innovation Sustainability Environment 123