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Heritage in Mud, Stone, and Reeds: Rediscovering Ancestral Construction Techniques

ArchDaily

However, looking back can offer valuable insights into a society that sometimes appears overly focused—if not obsessed—with the future and technology. It invites us to explore how our ancestors designed durable structures adapted to their environment. Read more »

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VolvoxLabs opens internship combining digital fabrication, media, and immersive environments

Archinect

The role, based in Brooklyn, NY, calls for an individual who is “passionate about technology-embedded installations, digital fabrication techniques, parametric design, and exploring new technologies in fabrication.”

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Designing for Water Scarcity: How Architects are Adapting to Arid Environments

ArchDaily

The Beacon, King Abdullah University of Science and Technology campus, naturally cooled. Image © Shutterstock | Volodymyr Dvornyk An arid environment refers to specific regions characterized by a severe lack of available water and extremely dry weather conditions. Read more »

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The Nubian Vault: Applying Old Construction Techniques to Modern Building Problems

Architizer

Using techniques passed down through generations, the ancient people of Nubia crafted gently curving vaults that were so extraordinary and resilient to the sands of time that they have endured for millennia. The mud bricks, made from the very soil beneath the builders feet, formed structures that were perfectly suited to their environment.

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At the Intersection of Innovation and Tradition: The Talavera Project

ArchDaily

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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Perforated Architecture: 20 Projects that Bring Back the Historic Musharrabiya

ArchDaily

Image © Niveditaa Gupta There is often an intricate relationship between architecture and the environment. Each part of the world has defined its own architectural techniques based on its unique climatic conditions.

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The New Canon: 5 Standout Techniques that Dominate Contemporary Architectural Photography

Architizer

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. Order your copy today.