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COP29 Highlights: Key Takeaways for Cities and the Built Environment

ArchDaily

The outcomes of COP29 directly affect urban planning, architecture, and sustainability efforts. From commitments to climate finance and carbon markets to renewable energy and resilience-building, the summit's decisions provide a roadmap for transforming cities into hubs of climate innovation and adaptation. Read more ยป

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ICON Unveils Groundbreaking Construction Innovations at SXSW: Revolutionizing Building with Robotics, AI, and Sustainable Materials

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Pioneering advanced construction and large-scale 3D Printing , ICON was selected as ArchDailyโ€™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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Imagining the Future of Construction: From Bio-Based Materials to Innovative Data

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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? Kingspanโ€™s dedicated innovation center, IKON, hosted a panel of experts to discuss some of the key issues and explore solutions. Read more ยป

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From Agro-Waste to Decarbonization: The Innovative Materials Featured in 2023

ArchDaily

Image ยฉ 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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โ€œMake Universal Uniqueโ€: WoHo Systems' Approach to Prefabrication, Sustainability, and Adaptable Design

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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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Zinc Facades Merging Sustainability, Durability, and Modern Design

ArchDaily

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 ยป

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Breaking Ground: "Soil Sisters" and SOM Pioneer Green Architectural Innovation

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ยฉ Mohamed Aly Etman The โ€œSoil Sistersโ€ initiative explores how architectural design and sustainable material practices can contribute to soil nutrition and resilience. Read more ยป