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KPF presents Detroit's new University of Michigan Center for Innovation design

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A new project in Detroit from Kohn Pedersen Fox will deliver the University of Michigan 's Center for Innovation (UMCI), a six-story academic research and teaching facility that is expected to open by the spring of 2027.

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Technical innovation and beauty present amongst 2022 Wood Design Awards winners

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The annual awards program celebrates excellence and innovation in wood building design, recognizing designers for their skill and ingenuity with the material. The winning entries to the 2022 Wood Design Awards have been revealed by WoodWorks – Wood Products Council this morning.

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The winning MICROHOME competition designs present innovative modular off-grid structures

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Participants were encouraged to rethink spatial organization and incorporate unique aesthetics, new technologies, and innovative materials. The only requirement is that the structure's total floor area could not exceed 270 square feet. The winning projects can be seen below.

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Architectural Interventions in UNESCO World Heritage Sites: A Dialogue Between Preservation and Innovation

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© Archive Olgiati | Pearling Site Museum and Entrance / Valerio Olgiati Contemporary architecture in UNESCO World Heritage contexts presents a unique challenge: revitalizing historically significant sites while adhering to strict preservation guidelines.

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Making the Case for Plastic-Free Architecture: Innovative Solutions for the Present (and Future)

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Plastic Island. Image Courtesy of Emily-Claire Goksøyr As you read this, you may notice that you are surrounded by several items made of plastic. 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.”

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Turning Corn Waste Into an Innovative Bio-Based Material

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Cortesia de CornWall® The practice of upcycling –present in a variety of industries from fashion to construction– not only revitalizes discarded items, adding new values and functions, but also contributes to turning them into valuable resources. CornWall® , developed by StoneCycling , is a pioneering innovation in this regard.

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FOAID 2024: Celebrating Innovation and Collaboration in Architecture and Design

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Courtesy of FOAID The primary function of an architecture event is to promote the exchange of knowledge, ideas, and innovations among professionals, students, and enthusiasts in the field. In partnership with CNBC TV18, the event attracts thousands of participants every year.