ArchDaily

OCTOBER 16, 2024

The combination of innovation, ecological awareness, and, fundamentally, the revaluation of natural resources that have accompanied humanity since its earliest days. While this knowledge was never truly lost, the techniques associated with these materials have long remained in the background. What is its 'secret'?

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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

DECEMBER 20, 2023

This building is made of (material). These AI systems are neural networks with billions of parameters, trained to create images from natural language, using a dataset of text–image pairs. With that in mind, a single prompt was developed for this experiment (with materiality as its variable) to delve into the obtained results.

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designboom

FEBRUARY 11, 2024

for the mindcraft project 2023, natural material studio has designed lighting works, LW-B004-1-3. The post natural material studio explores light through bio-textile materials appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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ArchDaily

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

Beyond the multiple interpretations that exist around the world, the pavilion, as an architectural principle and typology, tends toward extroversion, often associated with a centrifugal nature and visual openness toward the horizon, which is linked to its origins as a tent offering shelter from the elements.

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ArchDaily

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

Image © Marte Garmann How does floating architecture relate to nature? How are wellness spaces connected to natural environments ? Living in spaces around water continues to be one of the greatest interests and attractions for a large portion of the global population. Read more »

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ArchDaily

JULY 10, 2024

Image © Jakob Schoof Increasing urbanization, excessive waste production, excessive consumption of material goods, and exploitation of natural resources. There are many factors that contribute to the environmental impact of humans on Planet Earth.

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Deezen

DECEMBER 4, 2023

Copenhagen-based Natural Material Studio has handcrafted swirly panels made of spent grain salvaged from beer production for a restaurant opened by the local ÅBEN brewery. From the very start of the process, it was important for us not to force the waste material, so we let it dry naturally," explained Hvillum.

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ArchDaily

AUGUST 28, 2024

These materials highlight the varied geology of Latin America and illustrate how local cultures have adapted their construction methods to natural conditions, resulting in unique and meaningful architecture. Rory Gardiner Latin American architecture is rich and diverse. Read more »

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ArchDaily

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

Image © Akila Venkat & Chakkaravarthy In recent years, India has seen a resurgence of interest in natural building materials , a movement driven by escalating environmental concerns and a growing desire to revive traditional lifestyles. Earth Farmhouse / Studio Verge. Read more »

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ArchDaily

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

Moreover, they are natural infrastructures that constitute a material and immaterial heritage to address contemporary climate crises and to sustain local Andean communities, which have nurtured them for generations. Read more »

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Avontuura

NOVEMBER 16, 2022

The renovation of a traditional brick house had unprecedented ambitions : 0% concrete, 0% plastic, and 100% natural materials. The post This Normandy house renovation is built with 100% natural materials sourced within a radius of less than 100 km appeared first on Åvontuura.

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ArchDaily

FEBRUARY 25, 2024

Image © Gonzalo Viramonte From Tafí del Valle to San Carlos de Bariloche , the implementation of natural stone in contemporary Argentine architecture reveals the decisions of architects seeking to maintain a dialogue with their surrounding environment and highlight the purity of materials.

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Deezen

APRIL 19, 2023

Copenhagen-based Natural Material Studio and designer Zuzanna Skurka have created an installation at Milan design week from soft bio textiles made from surplus bricks. Rule one is, you should work with materials that are already there," studio founder Bonnie Hvillum told Dezeen in Milan. And that's the beauty and honesty of it."

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Deezen

MARCH 26, 2024

The University of Chicago John W Boyer Center was designed by Studio Gang in accordance with the French sustainability law requiring new public buildings to be built from at least 50 per cent wood or other natural materials. It will be built from at least 50 per cent natural materials in line with the French sustainability law.

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ArchDaily

APRIL 8, 2024

This includes sustainable energy concepts, support for regional producers, and the use of natural materials in the entire resort. Each villa uniquely combines natural materials, natural features, and a variety of the brand's fittings and fixtures.

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Deezen

AUGUST 15, 2023

Materials can become a much bigger part of our everyday lives and the way we see the world if people are willing to give up mass production, Natural Material Studio founder Bonnie Hvillum tells Dezeen in this interview. I want materials to play an active role in our way of understanding the world," she told Dezeen. "I

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Deezen

JUNE 13, 2023

Danish design practice Natural Material Studio has unveiled its Human Nature exhibition, which featured compostable biofoam seating and biomaterial textiles, at 3 Days of Design. We created a lot of materials for this exhibition, I think around 150 square metres," Natural Material Studio founder Bonnie Hvillum told Dezeen.

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Avontuura

DECEMBER 21, 2023

This innovative gateway building was designed for disassembly using durable materials, and is a distinguished addition to the harbor. The post Third Nature completes gateway building in Copenhagen designed for disassembly appeared first on Åvontuura.

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ArchDaily

JULY 14, 2024

He became a passionate surfer, bobbing in the waves of the Pacific, staring at the land, yet always feeling and hearing the ocean around him; profoundly connected to nature. “I That was when I felt most connected to nature and I was truly with myself… It’s still a really special thing for me.

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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. Timber emerges as an innovative construction material designed to minimize waste by preserving the natural contours of trees. In this context, A.I.

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Archinect

MARCH 5, 2024

Collectively named ‘The Houses at 8899 Beverly’ the eight homes seek to be “harmoniously linked yet individual” with architectural forms “combining natural materials such as wood, steel, glass, concrete, and stone.” ” Concrete House. Image credit: Olson Kundig / The Agency Concrete House.

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Avontuura

DECEMBER 7, 2023

The post Hiding in plain sight – Hello Wood’s newest CLT house blends natural and built environment with sustainable materials appeared first on Åvontuura. Imagine a house that plays hide and seek with you, dug into a mound, peeking out just enough to blend with the horizon.

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Hotel Designs

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

The team at Flooring by Nature works with architects and designers to source a wide range of sustainable flooring options, understanding that the choice of flooring material can impact both the overall aesthetic, as well as the environmental credentials of a space.

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ArchDaily

DECEMBER 4, 2023

Today, we are witnessing several projects and approaches in architecture that explore alternatives to energy-intensive building systems, materials , and technologies commonly used in today's construction. These projects, far from adopting approaches that reject technology, seek to promote conscious architectural practices. Read more »

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ArchDaily

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

In doing so, we also fail to understand its impact on us and on the larger systems of nature. Office Kim Lenschow aims to draw attention to this and to provoke critical thinking in relation to architecture and the materials that make it.

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ArchDaily

SEPTEMBER 8, 2024

Courtesy of Parklex Prodema Fire is a primordial force of nature, possessing both destructive and protective power throughout human history. Capable of devastating landscapes, crops, and entire cities, it also provides heat, enables cooking, and is used to generate energy.

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Archinect

AUGUST 24, 2023

Researchers at MIT have developed a lightweight architected material inspired by the cellular structures found in natural materials such as honeycombs and bones. The structures are described as "steel cork" by Gershenfeld due to their lightweight nature combined with high strength and stiffness.

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ArchDaily

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

Designed to integrate science and nature, the B777 building uses biogenic materials and low-carbon methods to reimagine traditional laboratory settings. Courtesy of Henning Larsen Henning Larsen and Ramboll have won the competition to design the new campus for the prestigious scientific research center, CERN.

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Deezen

JANUARY 23, 2023

Timber and rubber are among the natural materials used at this nursery in Stoke-on-Trent, which British practice Feilden Clegg Bradley Studios has designed to echo an adjacent nature reserve. One of the wings is dedicated to spaces for babies and preschool children, while the other is used for the forest school.

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designboom

OCTOBER 22, 2024

caneplexus blends tradition with modern design, offering sustainable architectural and décor solutions crafted from natural materials. The post smart, eco-conscious architecture and décor inspired by nature’s finest materials appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Deezen

DECEMBER 14, 2022

Copenhagen-based Natural Material Studio has unveiled an understated pouch made from biomaterial for fashion brand Calvin Klein that was designed as a Christmas gift wrap. Natural Material Studio designed the gift wrap for Calvin Klein. Three different-sized pouches are designed to wrap various Calvin Klein products. "We

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ArchDaily

APRIL 16, 2024

© James Steinkamp The question, "How can we control natural light in interior spaces?" Some design solutions include installing shading devices, planning spatial orientation, and building forms for indirect natural light. is fundamental in architecture. Therefore, it is crucial to control its entry effectively. Read more »

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Archinect

APRIL 10, 2024

This highlights the shared essence of Chinese and international culinary traditions across the seasons, emphasizing the importance of natural freshness. Natural Baking stands out among local Chinese bakery brands for its commitment to the core philosophy of "harmonizing with nature" and dedication to using "seasonal ingredients".

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Deezen

JANUARY 18, 2022

Danish designer Bonnie Hvillum's Natural Material Studio has collaborated with multidisciplinary studio Frama on a collection of biodegradable materials made from algae , clay and foam. Above: Natural Material Studio unveiled new materials with Frama. Photo is by Natural Material Studio.

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Deezen

MARCH 11, 2023

The angular timber-clad extension, which contains science classrooms, is intended to demonstrate the potential of natural materials in architecture. It was designed by Henning Larsen with the aim of having the carbon sequestered in the construction materials help to offset the building's lifetime emissions.

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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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