ArchDaily

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

As an example, beginning with the primitive huts used in the earliest forms of domestic architecture, furs were employed as an exterior covering to restrict the flow of air and, consequently, regulate the interior environment.

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Aric Gitomer Architect

JULY 12, 2022

Climate changes have had a massive impact on the global environment, and every individual has some part to play. Building green is beneficial for the environment and a positive step towards reducing the carbon footprint. Building green is beneficial for the environment and a positive step towards reducing the carbon footprint.

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ArchDaily

JANUARY 14, 2025

Tree House / 6a Architects Josefina Viaa The preservation of the environment and the harmonious integration of the built and natural elements are fundamental principles in contemporary architecture. Read more

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Archinect

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

Their vision in developing academic courses that champion the material and create stimulating learning environments through which students can learn sustainable design skills that apply to a range of different project types was recognized as both effective and nurturing of the next generation of architects.

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Archinect

MARCH 17, 2025

Utilizing natural, traditional building materials processed with simple but modern techniques, the Grass House proposes a contextual and healthy alternative to standard stick-frame construction. Designed as much for the hand to touch and the nose to smell as f.

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Architizer

DECEMBER 3, 2024

It is a city of striking contrasts and this unique blend of characteristics has created an environment where the architecture industry thrives, influenced by a political landscape that prioritizes sustainability, innovation and well-being. Building codes have been updated to accommodate taller wooden structures.

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ArchDaily

JANUARY 5, 2025

Courtesy of Messe Mnchen The use of innovative tools, techniques, materials, and technologies to shape the future of construction is a subject that captivates professionals across architecture, engineering, construction, and planning, as well as investors and industry leaders. Read more

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Deezen

JANUARY 7, 2025

Next up in our 21st-Century Architecture: 25 Years 25 Buildings series, we spotlight architect Dibdo Francis Kr 's Gando Primary School in Burkina Faso the "perfect learning environment". Kr 's first project, the primary school was constructed from local materials and aimed to incorporate local climate strategies.

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ArchDaily

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Although architecture tends to adapt to each culture, modeling its traditional techniques according to its context and shaping the surrounding environment, there is no guarantee that the traditional elements in it will endure or remain unchanged over time.

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Deezen

APRIL 8, 2025

APOC stands for A Piece of Cloth and refers to a computer-programmed manufacturing technique introduced by the late designer Issey Miyake in the 1990s, in which garments are cut out of a single tubular piece of fabric. Each element is detachable and can be laid flat and stored when not in use.

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ArchDaily

MARCH 26, 2024

Over time, shelters began to be made from materials found in nature, such as branches, leaves, and animal skins, evolving into more permanent and complex homes, with walls made of stone, bricks or wood, roofs to protect against rain and sun, and doors to control access. Read more »

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Archinect

JANUARY 16, 2024

” In announcing Kéré as an award recipient, the organization applauded the architect’s “ exemplary leadership in providing the Gando community the means towards a socially, economically, and ecologically sustainable future through projects that focus on education, health, and the environment.”

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ArchDaily

OCTOBER 20, 2024

Image Courtesy of Rieder Facades / Ditz Fejer Contemporary architecture evolves in tandem with the materials and construction techniques available in each region. Each material carries its own inherent logic.

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Archinect

JANUARY 21, 2022

With mass timber's popularity increasing over the years, it has become a difficult building material to obtain as of late. As a result, students preparing to enter the field of architecture and construction must learn the techniques and applications that fall in line with mass timber trends affecting the industry.

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ArchDaily

DECEMBER 31, 2023

As traditional custodians of the land, indigenous communities posses a profound understanding of their ecosystems, locally-available materials, cultural norms and social constrains. This knowledge holds insights valuable for shaping contemporary architecture, helping it adapt to both the people and their environments.

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Architizer

JANUARY 22, 2025

Earthquakes are among the most unpredictable and devastating natural phenomena, testing the resilience of the built environment and the ingenuity of architects and engineers. Showcase your work through Architizer and sign up for our inspirational newsletters. This greatly reduces earthquake shaking.

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Santa Cruz Architect

NOVEMBER 9, 2024

Concrete is one of the most ubiquitous and versatile materials in modern construction, utilized in everything from basic roadwork to record-breaking skyscrapers like Dubai’s Burj Khalifa. feet in diameter and topped by a 27-foot oculus, this dome exemplifies the ingenuity with which Roman builders approached material design and construction.

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ArchDaily

AUGUST 26, 2024

Linked to the site's uses and customs, this conception of space represents a way of living where the implementation of bioclimatic strategies , along with the use of local materials and construction techniques, come together to create an architecture connected to its environment and history. Read more »

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Architizer

DECEMBER 4, 2024

Through expressive materials, precise techniques and forward-thinking methods, these spaces echo the same dedication to excellence found in their curricula. Terracotta tile roofs and wooden facades create a strong connection to the local environment, both visually and materially.

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ArchDaily

SEPTEMBER 25, 2024

Image Courtesy of Pan Architetti Italy's influence on contemporary design has been profound and captivating, with Italian architecture consistently bridging cultural heritage and innovation, from advancements in construction techniques to the evolution of the neoclassical style. Read more »

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ArchDaily

MAY 12, 2024

Drawing inspiration from the fluidity of molten glass, the very title signifies a technique inherent in fused glass craftsmanship, where the material is allowed to organically flow into a predetermined shape guided by gravity. Read more »

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ArchDaily

JULY 14, 2023

By seeking the knowledge, skills, and decision-making of a communal collective, the project becomes more tailored to their needs, better designed to fit within their local context, and a platform to exchange techniques and vernacular skills. Read more »

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Architizer

DECEMBER 17, 2024

Each design tells a story not only of its function but also of the people, traditions and environment that shape it. In a way, architecture becomes a two-way exchange: the design adapts to reflect the spirit of its environment, while the designer absorbs lessons that redefine their creative process.

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Archinect

JANUARY 6, 2022

In an effort to represent the toll plastic waste has on the environment, a group of undergraduate architecture students from the Pratt Institute have constructed a series of inflatable structures that put into physical form the research they say simultaneously demonstrates the potential for its reduction and reuse as a building material.

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Architizer

DECEMBER 30, 2024

From the breezy verandas of colonial-era homes to the geometric forms of mid-twentieth-century tropical modernism, the region’s built environment has always responded to its unique climate and cultural context. Motorized sliding shutters and recessed lighting further contribute to a calm, patient-centered environment.

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Deezen

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

The Rwanda Institute for Conservation Agriculture respectfully sits within its landscape, using local bio-based materials while regenerating biodiversity and benefitting the local community through training and job creation," they said. Rwanda Institute for Conservation Agriculture by Mass Design Group.

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Archinect

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

The Corporativo UNO project aims to create a healthy and sustainable work environment that fosters people's productivity and well-being, through the use of natural elements and the integration of nature into workspaces. We also make sure to use sustainable construction and design techniques, such as the use of renewable energ.

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Archinect

JANUARY 31, 2023

Founded in 2004 by David Montalba, the Santa Monica / Lausanne firm operates across architecture and urban design with an emphasis on “creating environments that are both socially responsive and aesthetically progressive.” Over on Archinect Jobs , the firm is currently hiring for several positions in their Santa Monica studio.

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Architizer

JANUARY 27, 2025

Deserts in the Middle East are places of paradox; they are harsh and unyielding environments that have long inspired ingenuity and resilience. Architects and designers are drawing inspiration from the deserts sculptural forms and raw materiality, using these elements to craft projects that harmonize with their surroundings.

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Deezen

MARCH 4, 2025

I always aspire to be like water to permeate through a place without carrying a fixed form of my own and to seep into the local environment and the site itself," Liu once said. Beyond knowledge and technique, he adds common sense and wisdom to the designer's toolbox. The built environment is often being pulled in opposite directions.

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Architizer

JUNE 10, 2024

Hybrid construction materials and techniques might be the beacon of hope in a construction industry riddled with carbon-intensive practices and logistical challenges. Traditional construction methods and materials fall short of meeting the rigorous standards of eco-consciousness. Architects: Want to have your project featured?

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Architizer

DECEMBER 12, 2024

Some see it as a celebration of material, form and function; others perceive it as cold and uninviting. It is known for its bold forms and unapologetic use of raw materials, particularly exposed concrete. Brutalism is closely associated with Modernism , as both movements focus on functionality and honesty in materials.

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Deezen

AUGUST 18, 2024

Mexican design studio Locus has utilised 50 per cent recycled materials for the interiors of a Singaporean restaurant in Mexico City. From the conception stage, the use of sustainable materials was prioritised, particularly the use of national white oak wood in much of the interior design," said the studio.

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ArchDaily

JUNE 8, 2023

Image Courtesy of MAKHNO Studio Whether temporary or permanent, pavilions and urban installations represent an opportunity for architects to experiment with different shapes, materials, and textures. The results are often theatrical, welcoming visitors to new types of spaces, and blending the exterior and the interior.

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Architizer

AUGUST 6, 2024

As architectural tendencies have shifted towards more complex, dynamic and human-centered designs, the techniques and approaches in architectural photography have evolved to match. This technique can make the architecture feel more three-dimensional and dynamic, adding a sense of depth and realism.

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Architizer

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

Architecture, as has been well-documented, has been a contributing force in many ways — both by relying on materials that pump CO2 into the atmosphere but also by cultivating a widespread reliance on fossil-fuel-intensive systems — like air conditioning, electric lighting and more — due to poor design.

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Deezen

OCTOBER 20, 2024

It acts as a resource for research on Korea, introduces Korean writers to the New York audience, and provides educational materials for young Korean-Americans and those interested in Korean culture. They were fabricated as modular units using thin plywood panels, slats and metal components to be efficient and cost-effective.

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