ArchDaily

JUNE 21, 2024

© Tommaso Riva As awareness of sustainable development grows, bamboo is emerging as an attractive alternative to traditional construction materials. This innovative material is making significant inroads in the construction of sports facilities, showcasing how sustainable practices can shape a greener future.

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ArchDaily

JUNE 27, 2023

Image © Hörður Sveinsson The purpose of innovation is to promote positive change and progress in various aspects of life. Renowned architecture and design firm Henning Larsen, founded in 1959 in Denmark, has a solid commitment to embracing innovation as a core element of its work. Read more »

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ArchDaily

JULY 2, 2024

While the debate rages on, many improvements and alternative approaches have emerged around this material, highlighting that achieving sustainable construction involves using the right material for the right job from the outset. Read more »

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ArchDaily

DECEMBER 18, 2024

At the forefront of this evolution are materials and construction systems , the essential building blocks of design and execution. Historically, architecture relied on natural raw materials like wood, stone, and metals, which defined built spaces but often strained ecosystems.

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ArchDaily

APRIL 2, 2024

programming hygromorphic response, open when wet and open when dry, and thicker materials for slow response. But what if everything we are looking for (in terms of sustainability) could come from the materials themselves, taking advantage of their intrinsic properties, without even relying on electricity? Read more »

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ArchDaily

OCTOBER 16, 2024

Image © Brechenmacher & Baumann Photography A new generation of sustainable practices is transforming the architectural landscape. The combination of innovation, ecological awareness, and, fundamentally, the revaluation of natural resources that have accompanied humanity since its earliest days. What is its 'secret'?

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ArchDaily

OCTOBER 27, 2024

This pavilion, commissioned by Iceland Design and Architecture, will showcase an innovative approach to creating sustainable building materials from controlled lava flows. architects. Read more »

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ArchDaily

MAY 8, 2024

Image Courtesy of VitrA Producing sustainable materials and products demands constant analysis of how we conserve resources and manage waste effectively. In that context, sustaining the dialogue on waste disposal is fundamental to positively impacting our environment and maximizing circular economy opportunities. Read more »

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Archinect

JUNE 12, 2024

They were designed as landmarks, inspired by themes of circularity, community, and sustainability. The structures respond to the LFA’s theme of “Reimagine,” in which they utilize everyday materials in innovative ways to encourage reflection on material recycling , reuse , and climate change.

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ArchDaily

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

In’Cube Danone Research & Innovation Center / Arte Charpentier. Image © Christophe Valtin Wood, one of the oldest building materials, has been continuously reinvented throughout history. As trees absorb carbon dioxide during their growth, their wood stores that carbon, keeping it out of the atmosphere. Read more »

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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

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

Researchers at Chalmers University of Technology in Sweden have published their study into how materials made from nanocellulose and algae can be used as sustainable architectural materials. Related on Archinect: Architecture's top green projects and sustainability innovations in 2023 “For the first time.

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ArchDaily

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Courtesy of Geberit Even the most mundane elements of everyday life have undergone remarkable developments throughout the years, especially when it comes to practicality, efficiency, and sustainability. Read more »

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Archinect

MARCH 15, 2022

The annual awards program celebrates excellence and innovation in wood building design, recognizing designers for their skill and ingenuity with the material. “Wood stands the test of time as a nimble and sustainable building material.

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ArchDaily

OCTOBER 8, 2024

Image Courtesy of RHEINZINK In architectural design, materials play a crucial role not only in shaping a building's aesthetics but also in its performance and in reflecting the ideologies of its creators. Wellness-focused design is also gaining importance, prioritizing environments that support physical and mental health.

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ArchDaily

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

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. The optimization of time and physical resources in construction calls for innovative methods that enhance efficiency.

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ArchDaily

DECEMBER 21, 2023

For architectural innovators, exploring new technological potentials and envisioning ways to enrich people’s lives have long been driving forces, shaping responses to contemporary challenges.

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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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ArchDaily

MARCH 25, 2024

Solid ceramic blocks, recognized for their ability to withstand compression and offer strength and durability to structures, are materials frequently used in architecture. However, innovation in construction materials has made space for solutions that combine tradition and modernity, transforming the use of materials such as brick.

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ArchDaily

JANUARY 21, 2024

© Mohamed Aly Etman The “Soil Sisters” initiative explores how architectural design and sustainable material practices can contribute to soil nutrition and resilience. Read more »

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Archinect

SEPTEMBER 29, 2022

Leventhal Center for Advanced Urbanism (LCAU) for the Mextrópoli Architecture and City Festival in Mexico City is leveraging the school’s recent innovations in materials research to weave a narrative about the centuries-old capital through four materials: paper, wood, earth, and concrete.

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ArchDaily

OCTOBER 1, 2023

Thus, the relationship between furniture and space becomes a constant dialogue in which design, aesthetics, and materials contribute their dimension. Today, furniture should not be limited solely to fulfilling an aesthetic and functional role, but should also have a purpose in the context of contemporary design and sustainable development.

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ArchDaily

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

The evolution of facades reflects advancements in materials, technology, and design flexibility. In earlier times, facades used simple materials like brick, stone, and wood, offering structural support while showcasing regional styles. STACBOND exemplifies this innovation, enabling creative, sustainable design solutions.

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Enscape

DECEMBER 10, 2024

Discover top sustainable building materials leading eco-friendly trends with innovative solutions for optimized, greener construction.

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ArchDaily

MAY 8, 2024

This omnipresence is no coincidence; the versatility of plastic has made it suitable for a variety of applications, and was described by its inventor—Leo Baekeland— as “the material of a thousand uses.” Faced with this problem, one possible direction is to shift away from utilizing it. Read more »

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ArchDaily

JANUARY 10, 2024

Image by Nick Fewings Unsplash For a long time, sustainability in the architectural field was synonymous with technology. Efficiency was directly linked to innovative technological devices that adorned buildings with gadgets.

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Deezen

DECEMBER 11, 2024

The realities of climate change have driven another big year in material innovation in 2024. Find out more about Ame Flaxwood tiles by Christien Meindertsma and Dzek Sometimes the innovation is not in making something new but making us rethink something old.

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ArchDaily

JUNE 19, 2023

Image © Bernd Bieder/imageBROKER/Superstock As the challenges posed by climate change increase in number and intensity, it also heightens the need to find sustainable building practices that connect to ecosystems and livelihoods rather than harm them. Read more »

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ArchDaily

APRIL 4, 2024

From the revitalization of urban fragments to the exploration of innovative construction methods, architects navigate a terrain shaped by sustainability imperatives, community inclusivity, and evolving urban dynamics. Read more »

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ArchDaily

MARCH 4, 2024

Courtesy of Limbo Accra Running from November 11, 2023 until March 10, 2024, The Sharjah Architecture Triennia l celebrates innovations in the built environment , particularly in the global south. These installations offer innovative perspectives on adaptability, sustainability, and cultural significance within the architectural landscape.

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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. The requirement to address sustainability is driven by a growing social awareness of environmental issues.

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ArchDaily

JUNE 4, 2024

Courtesy of Cbdesign Furniture made from natural materials is widely valued for its beauty and texture, especially when it comes to wood, bamboo, reed, and rattan. Additionally, their lack of uniformity and strength can compromise consistent quality, while harvesting the raw materials can have negative environmental impacts.

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Deezen

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

Rwanda Institute for Conservation Agriculture has won Dezeen Awards 2024 sustainable project of the year following the announcement of all six sustainability category winners at a party in London. The six winners awarded in Dezeen's annual awards programme were by studios including Kooo Architects , Isomi and Kvadrat.

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Deezen

JUNE 18, 2024

Using recycled materials is a better route to reducing the environmental impact of Nike 's products than designing for disassembly , the sportswear brand's chief designer officer Martin Lotti says in this interview. And many of our shoes we're doing right now, 80 per cent of the materials we have have recycled content in it.

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ArchDaily

APRIL 7, 2024

This approach has stimulated the creation of innovative materials to reuse waste in various contexts. Since then, they have continued to innovate in materials, fusing the traditional flooring branch with sustainable creative design.

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Archinect

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

The Awards’ 42nd overall edition drew a total of 47 winners across ten categories from a 70-entry shortlist and represents the best examples of adaptive reuse, sustainable design, creative approaches to creating high density, and a “connection to Country,” according to the organization.

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ArchDaily

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

With walls and roofs composed mainly of transparent or translucent materials, these structures harness solar energy to create a controlled environment. Beyond their original role in plant cultivation, they have evolved into projects that emphasize sustainability, education, and conservation. Read more »

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