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Softblock rug revives "world's oldest rug-making technique"

Deezen

Rug manufacturer Peace Industry used an endangered Iranian felting technique to develop this colourful reversible rug with a different pattern on each side. The company established a programme that trains young artisans in traditional felt-making techniques and aims to provide them with sustainable livelihoods.

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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. One of the key drivers behind this uptick in Nubian Vault techniques being used in projects is the socioeconomic benefits.

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BIA/ACSA name three Brick in Architectural Education Prize winners for 2025

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Three winners of the 2025 Brick in Architectural Education Prize have been announced jointly by the Brick Industry Association (BIA) and Association of Collegiate Schools of Architecture (ACSA). The competition was judged by Ahmed K. Ali of Texas A&M University , Lisa Huang of the University of Florida , and the BIA's Chip Clark.

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Wooden World: How Helsinki Became a Leader in Architecture’s Timber Revolution

Architizer

Architizer's 13th A+Awards features a suite of sustainability-focused categories recognizing designers that are building a greener industry — and a better future. Still, it feels as though Finland and Helsinki, in particular, are striding ahead in their adoption of this developing industry.

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Chonburi Multi-Purpose Building / SUPHASIDH

ArchDaily

In Thailand, I retraced an old technique of building with rammed earth, thinking that perhaps the local building industry could learn something of. Completed in 2024 in Thailand. Images by Jessica Tang.

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Christien Meindertsma invents technique for 3D printing with wool

Deezen

Meindertsma's robot works like a 3D printer to build up layers of wool "The Wobot is a collaborative robot that makes it possible to build three-dimensional structures with wool industrially for the first time, without adding any material or using water in the felting process," said Meindertsma.

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The Art of Rendering: Take Our New ArchViz Survey and Win a $500 Amazon Gift Card!

Architizer

This survey will gather your experiences, opinions and challenges in architectural visualization, providing a valuable picture of the industry today and where it’s heading. Here’s a preview of what the survey will explore: Sustainability Tools : How is the industry adapting visualization techniques to support sustainable design practices?

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