ArchDaily

OCTOBER 6, 2023

This innovative process uses silica, a waste product from flue gases, as a carbon-negative cement replacement in concrete. ArchDaily had the chance to interview Sam Draper, CEO of Seratech, about the company's role in building a sustainable construction industry and their plans for scaling their innovative process. Read more »

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Archinect

AUGUST 31, 2022

Rocker joins Georgia Tech after working in the software industry and holding separate academic positions at the Harvard GSD between 2005 and 2020. The School of Architecture at Georgia Tech University has announced the appointment of Ingeborg Rocker as its new Chair and William Harrison Professor of Architecture effective September 1st.

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Deezen

DECEMBER 18, 2023

As part of our review of 2023 , Dezeen's design and environment editor Jennifer Hahn has rounded up 10 of this year's most significant material innovations , including bricks made from toxic soil and a 3D printer for wool. You add a layer when you're cold and take off a layer when you're hot."

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Archinect

AUGUST 25, 2022

Engineers at RMIT University have developed a method to use disposable personal protective equipment (PPE) to make concrete stronger, providing an innovative way to significantly reduce pandemic-generated waste. [.] Three separate materials were shredded and then mixed into concrete at rates between 0.1

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ArchDaily

MARCH 28, 2024

So what is with the hype about innovation in “mass timber” construction over the past few years? The color photos show some impressive buildings in places where the wood industry has always been healthy, such as the Pacific Northwest and Scandinavia. The Japanese build log cabins with imported material that might as well be gold.

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Archinect

FEBRUARY 6, 2023

based engineering firm Buro Happold, says the real culprit is likely one that all new building innovations are forced to navigate: the building code itself. “If you can do something with less material, or put the pieces together faster, there are all kinds of cost savings right there, and all sorts of non-monetary benefits as well.

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ArchDaily

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

With various examples across different scales and applications, the material has shown promise in revolutionizing the industry by enhancing efficiency, strength, and comfort. This is mainly because the traditional industrial process of cutting logs into parts can generate substantial waste. In this context, A.I. Read more »

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ArchDaily

MAY 5, 2024

© Marc Goodwin | Expo 2020 Modular construction is a process in which a building is constructed away from its actual site, within controlled factory settings, using identical materials, and adhering to a set of codes and regulations.

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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. © hansgrohe / Hansgrohe SE Hotel renovations today transcend mere improvements in guest comfort or alignment with prevailing design trends.

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Architizer

DECEMBER 11, 2024

The 13th A+Awards invites firms to submit a range of timely new categories , emphasizing architecture that balances local innovation with global vision. The question is: can a nation so dependent on the free flow of ideas and materials thrive when its lifelines to the continent have been severed?

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ArchDaily

OCTOBER 27, 2024

These contests don't just celebrate innovation—they fuel it, inspiring the next wave of boundary-breaking projects. Thanks to such platforms, we get to witness the extraordinary fusion of beauty, ingenuity, and craftsmanship that ripples through the creative industry. Read more »

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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.

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ArchDaily

MARCH 11, 2024

Image © Rasmus Hortshøj - COAST The principles of the circular economy have been most influential and applicable to the construction industry. Emphasizing the efficient use of resources, models around reuse and recycling of components and materials are increasingly being pioneered by global architecture practices.

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Archinect

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

Jury Chair and past Institute President Shannon Battisson said each “contain their own unique set of intricacies,” adding that, “Our hope was to send a message to all Australians about where our industry should be going in terms of sustainability, learning and listening to Country.”

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ArchDaily

OCTOBER 9, 2024

Both feature facades made from large prefabricated concrete modules , showcasing the brutalist aesthetic and a dedication to using industrial materials and innovative construction techniques for their time. Located side by side, these buildings share a striking architectural style. Read more »

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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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ArchDaily

DECEMBER 23, 2024

Megan Jones The construction industry, traditionally reliant on the intensive use of non-renewable natural materials, is at a decisive moment to reevaluate its processes and mitigate its significant environmental impact. While recycling initiatives are gaining traction, they remain insufficient. Read more

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Archinect

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

This efficient, industrial approach reduced construction time significantly. Additionally, the design’s use of lightweight materials and the repetition of simple units allowed for fast and precise assembly, revolutionizing construction techniques and setting a precedent for future large-scale architectural projects.

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Archinect

MARCH 27, 2023

WoodWorks has announced the winners of the 2023 Wood Design Awards, an annual showcase of the industry’s most inspiring applications of mass timber and wood in building designs across the United States. Investing in a more sustainable future deserves to be recognized.

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ArchDaily

OCTOBER 12, 2023

According to the 2021 Global Status Report for Buildings and Construction , almost 40% of carbon emissions come from the construction industry. Read more »

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ArchDaily

DECEMBER 19, 2022

Today, interconnected and fast-paced lifestyles, future mobility trends and constant material innovation puts pressure on a slow-moving building industry. How can architecture keep up with this trend?

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ArchDaily

FEBRUARY 4, 2024

Courtesy of VINCENT CALLEBAUT ARCHTECTURES | HospiWood In constantly changing industry of architectural design, the rebirth of organic shapes stands as a testament to the power of design. Many times, organic architecture stands as a testament to what we are able to make in 2024, innovating in structural and material technology.

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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

MAY 24, 2023

This waste has a promising potential to replace energy-intensive building systems, such as concrete and brick, by providing building materials that combine sustainability and structural efficiency. Read more »

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Archinect

AUGUST 29, 2024

Within the new Hope Village master plan, which is being undertaken with help from Australia’s Clarke Hopkins Clarke (CHC), a new Community Building structure will take shape using earth materials and locally sourced timber sections. Construction will start in 2025.

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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. Notably, sustainability is a prevalent theme, with many products incorporating recycled materials and strategies to reduce environmental impact.”

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ArchDaily

JULY 3, 2023

In this context, Edra creates unique objects that blend art and industrial production, reflecting contemporary domestic landscapes and experimenting with new shapes and materials. Read more »

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Deezen

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

Stone has the potential to become a go-to, low-carbon structural material, but barriers around quarrying and a lack of awareness must be overcome to make this a reality, experts tell Dezeen in this Stone Age 2.0 She explained that the proximity of a quarry to the construction site is important if the material is to be used sustainably.

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Archinect

OCTOBER 5, 2023

Energy-positive home with innovative biobased facade This remarkable sustainable home is equipped with biobased insulation and a wooden facade finished with fungus paint. The home's facade is constructed with wood and flax, biobased materials sourced from renewable resources with a minimal ecological footprint.

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Archinect

APRIL 26, 2023

The roles, based in the firm’s New York City and Seattle offices, call for individuals with a bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, journalism, or a related field, with a minimum of 5-8 years of industry experience.

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Deezen

MARCH 20, 2024

By making it easier to identify textiles that have a greater positive impact on people and planet, FranklinTill hopes to enable a shift towards regenerative materials. "We We can only move towards a regenerative approach to textiles by understanding the full lifecycle of our materials," said co-founder FranklinTill Caroline Till. "As

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Archinect

AUGUST 11, 2022

The innovation could lead to reduced seafood waste and lower carbon emissions from concrete production. When the chitin was added to cement paste, the resulting material was up to 40% stronger. The findings were reported in the journal Cement and Concrete Composites.

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Deezen

DECEMBER 22, 2023

The Revalu platform uses one million data points and an AI -powered accuracy checker to enable architects to compare the environmental impacts of different building materials. First, there is the material cloud, which gathers over one million data points related to the environmental impact of different materials.

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Deezen

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

A garment clad with iridescent wooden sequins is among the projects on display at the Designs for a Cooler Planet exhibition at Finland's Aalto University , demonstrating innovative applications of cellulose. There is such a huge need in the fashion industry for more sustainable colourants."

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SW Oregon Architect

JUNE 16, 2024

Discovering it prompted me to reflect on the evolution of construction practices and the enduring legacy of industry standards. For more than a century, the print edition of the Sweets Catalog was a construction industry staple, providing architects, engineers, and contractors with comprehensive information on building products and materials.

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Deezen

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

The sustainability of structural stone is dependent on how and where it is quarried and its reputation as an infinite material is misleading, warns Slovak-British architect Natalia Petkova in this Stone Age 2.0 series, which is investigating the potential of the material as a viable, low-carbon, modern structural material.

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Hotel Designs

JULY 24, 2024

Hotel Designs The material world of Duravit The material world of Duravit Velvety cast-mineral material, distinctive natural patterns, and a host of fascinating materials raise the bar in the bathroom – Duravit looks at different ways these textures can be combined to create intriguing and exciting bathroom designs.

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