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."

Materials 115

Materials Nature Installation Technique 115

Archinect

APRIL 10, 2024

Crops are thriving, grains are fresh, and the carefully processed ingredients, infused with delicate techniques, bring forth a new burst of flavors in the ancient land. This highlights the shared essence of Chinese and international culinary traditions across the seasons, emphasizing the importance of natural freshness.

Nature 130

Nature Technique Design Commercial 130

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

Materials 98

Materials Nature Technique Consulting 98

ArchDaily

JUNE 28, 2023

Exploring materials beyond traditional masonry cladding or commercial curtain wall systems, Cupa Pizarras has developed natural slate rainscreen facades. From linear to honeycomb patterns, these geometric facade layouts meet the requirements of current architectural trends, which demand more sustainable and energy-efficient buildings.

Nature 246

Nature Technique Innovation Commercial 246

ArchDaily

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

Image © Valerie Bennett Timber has been a popular source of construction material for thousands of years. Although these practices are fairly absent in contemporary building techniques, new technological innovations expand the prospects of timber construction in architecture. Wood Chip Barn Project, 2016. Read more »

Nature 321

Nature IT Architecture Technique 321

Architizer

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

From the jump, our conversation was all about proving his thesis that geometry, or building technique, is more important than materials when it comes to sustainable construction. With the right geometry, a lot can be done with a small amount of materials. he said, about a minute into the conversation.

Technique 103

Technique Sustainability Materials Construction 103

Hotel Designs

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

Raffia, sisal, mica and banana bark are just a few of the stunning natural products Arte uses for its amazingly diverse range of natural wallcoverings. One of the country’s greatest natural resources is the banana tree. For Camago, wide, coloured strips are glued by hand to form a unique variegated texture.

Nature 52

Nature Art Materials Technique 52

Deezen

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

Designers including Fernando Laposse , Studio Furthermore and Future Facility will present work exploring materiality and artificial intelligence at a major exhibition curated by Dezeen for ASUS Zenbook during this year's London Design Festival.

Materials 115

Materials Nature Design Installation 115

Deezen

AUGUST 18, 2024

Mexican design studio Locus has utilised 50 per cent recycled materials for the interiors of a Singaporean restaurant in Mexico City. From the conception stage, the use of sustainable materials was prioritised, particularly the use of national white oak wood in much of the interior design," said the studio.

Materials 135

Materials Cities Interior Industrial 135

Deezen

JANUARY 9, 2024

The quincha walls reuse soil and adobe from the site and use more straw to lighten and insulate the material. The IFEA headquarters comprises two structures in a narrow, rectangular infill property.

Technique 130

Technique Construction Construction Consulting 130

Architizer

AUGUST 6, 2024

As architectural tendencies have shifted towards more complex, dynamic and human-centered designs, the techniques and approaches in architectural photography have evolved to match. This technique can make the architecture feel more three-dimensional and dynamic, adding a sense of depth and realism.

Technique 99

Technique Contemporary Architecture Visualization 99

Deezen

SEPTEMBER 22, 2024

Carpet brand Tai Ping has eliminated "by far the most polluting" part of its production process with the Biophilic rug collection, made exclusively from natural materials that are left raw and undyed. All of the colours you see come from the physical raw material," Rawlins said.

Nature 112

Nature Sustainability Materials Technique 112

Architizer

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

Whether it’s reimagining traditional techniques or experimenting with unconventional materials, LUO Studio is challenging the status quo by asking a simple question: How can architecture do better? This initial experiment was more than just a test of material — it was a statement about sustainability and creativity in architecture.

Materials 100

Materials Modern Technique Sustainability 100

Hotel Designs

JUNE 6, 2024

The new collection continues the success of Boost Natural and follows up on the collaboration with Brioni, fourth-generation member of a family of kiln workers from Gonzaga and founder of a unique business in Italy that has in its DNA the production of raw earth finishes with a contemporary look for the world of architecture.

Nature 102

Nature IT Inspiration Technique 102

Architizer

AUGUST 22, 2022

Their design responds to the Grade I-listed landscape, with sustainable materials and traditional craft techniques creating simple, functional forms. Jonathan Mizzi: The Royal Parks’ freestanding kiosks are inspired directly by their natural surroundings. What drove the selection of materials used in the project?

Technique 96

Technique Sustainability Materials Design 96

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

Materials 126

Materials Restoration Manufacturing Sustainability 126

The Architecture Designs

JANUARY 29, 2024

However, not all driveway materials can handle the same pressure washing methods. This overview covers the specialized techniques needed to revitalize your driveway while preventing avoidable mistakes. This overview covers the specialized techniques needed to revitalize your driveway while preventing avoidable mistakes.

Technique 52

Technique Materials Safety Nature 52

Santa Cruz Architect

NOVEMBER 9, 2024

Natural light is an essential design element that profoundly impacts a home’s aesthetics, energy efficiency, and livability. The Importance of Natural Light in Residential Design Understanding the value of natural light in a home extends beyond simply creating bright spaces.

Nature 74

Nature Construction Construction Windows 74

ArchDaily

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023

Cortesia de G Wood Pro (Tantimber) Wood is a material with unique characteristics –such as its natural warmth and tactile quality– capable of providing a sense of comfort and well-being, evoking emotions and memories, and creating a cozy atmosphere in interior spaces. Read more »

Technique 306

Technique Architecture Materials Nature 306

ArchDaily

MARCH 26, 2024

In prehistoric times, we sought refuge in caves, taking advantage of rock structures for protection against the natural elements and predators. Image © Fernando Alda Architecture has always played a key role in providing shelter and protection for human beings. Read more »

Architecture 320

Architecture Technique Roofing Materials 320

Archinect

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

Given the challenges of building appropriately for the extremes of the high desert, the Sky Disk collaborators were eager to use this building as a lab for emerging techniques that reduce carbon and toxic materials, while still exceeding stringent California standards for seismic code and energy efficiency.

Estimating 130

Estimating Technique Architecture Design 130

Deezen

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

Harnessing stone as a structural material can make architecture more enjoyable to both build and inhabit argues Tristram Carfrae, an Arup engineer working on the Sagrada Familia , in this Stone Age 2.0 Stone has become a luxury cladding material, whether used as a rainscreen, or as floor tiling," Carfrae told Dezeen. "We

Structure 140

Structure Materials Engineering Engineering 140

designboom

MARCH 2, 2023

the sculptures mix ancient symbols with contemporary techniques, reimagining our relationship with nature and spirituality. The post ritualistic ancestral symbols explored in spiritual + material sculptures by jorge mañes rubio appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

Materials 110

Materials Technique Contemporary Nature 110

The Architecture Designs

OCTOBER 28, 2024

For example, instead of saying, “The windows bring in natural light,” say, “Imagine starting your day with warm sunlight flooding the room, energizing you before work.” Share little-known architecture design trends or rare materials that will make their space stand out. Explain how each aspect of the design benefits them personally.

Technique 52

Technique Architecture Clients Client 52

Dwell

JUNE 16, 2022

Armadillo has added two handcrafted rugs to their collection that celebrate the beauty of jute and reimagine traditional techniques for contemporary living. The raw texture of the Mesa rug adds depth and natural beauty to contemporary interiors. Here, two rugs have been used to create clear zones within an open space.

Nature 130

Nature Home Technique Contemporary 130

Deezen

OCTOBER 31, 2023

These include making use of local materials with tactile qualities and ensuring a building is formed of interconnected spaces that are tailored to children's activities. People are used to spending time outside and observing nature," he told Dezeen. "We All our material choices were maxed out for performance.

Consulting 131

Consulting Materials Architecture Education 131

Habitus Living

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

Designed to embrace the beauty of the natural environment and provide the perfect balance of form and function, this double-storey extension seamlessly blends into the existing weatherboard worker’s cottage. Materiality throughout is an important consideration that works hand-in-hand with the architectural form.

Materials 52

Materials Nature Sustainability Technique 52

Deezen

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

Throughout these venues, there were a number of Japanese designers working with discarded or neglected materials and processes. He also showed sample pieces to explain his process, whereby he applied one colour to the wood before cutting away sections and applying a second colour, making the finished material less recognisable as driftwood.

Materials 130

Materials Design Technique Events 130

The Architecture Designs

JANUARY 19, 2023

Water damages in the cellar can be protected against with the best basement waterproofing technique. This technique is maybe the most usual do it yourself method of waterproofing. It entails utilizing a chemical material or epoxy to secure walls. Here are 9 approaches a cellar waterproofing business might utilize.

Technique 59

Technique Foundation Utilities Exterior 59

Deezen

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

Devised by the American Hardwood Export Council (AHEC), Natural Connections was on show in the entrance hall of the cultural building Matadero Madrid. Top: Natural Connections features playful furniture pieces. The pieces were given minimal finishing to mimic the texture of the tree they came from.

Nature 98

Nature Installation Manufacturing Students 98

Archinect

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

The Corporativo UNO project aims to create a healthy and sustainable work environment that fosters people's productivity and well-being, through the use of natural elements and the integration of nature into workspaces. We also make sure to use sustainable construction and design techniques, such as the use of renewable energ.

Technique 231

Technique Sustainability Environment Nature 231

DesignRulz

JUNE 16, 2023

In this blog article, we will explore why wood is gaining ground in construction and why it is becoming the material of choice for many builders and developers. As concerns about climate change and environmental impact grow, builders are seeking materials that have a smaller carbon footprint.

Modern 96

Modern Nature Construction Construction 96

Deezen

OCTOBER 21, 2022

After Seratech's carbon-neutral cement won the 2022 Obel Award , Dezeen has rounded up six ways in which researchers are working to decarbonise concrete – the single most polluting building material in the world. Biogenic Limestone by Minus Materials. Find out more about Seratech ›. Supported by a $3.2 million (£2.7

Materials 140

Materials Innovation Civil Engineering Industrial 140

Santa Cruz Architect

DECEMBER 12, 2022

eco-friendly) building material is one that minimizes its impact on the environment – whether in its production, use, or disposal – and that can be readily recycled. Here we discuss some candidates among the current generation of eco-friendly building materials. A sustainable (a.k.a. Sheep’s Wool.

Materials 83

Materials Sustainability Building Construction 83

Deezen

APRIL 6, 2023

Dezeen School Shows: we've picked six fashion and textile design student projects featured in Dezeen School Shows that showcase and discuss the intricacies of fabric and materials. These fashion and textile design students have created garments that showcase the their materiality in addition to their overall design.

Students 130

Students Materials Project Deconstruction 130

The Architecture Designs

MARCH 30, 2023

Roofers are responsible for installing, repairing, or replacing roofing materials on homes and other buildings. To complete their tasks, they use a variety of tools and techniques that you should be aware of before undertaking your next business or home renovation. It comes in an array of colors to replicate tile or slate roofs.

Technique 59

Technique Renovation Roofing Installation 59

Deezen

JULY 13, 2022

Di Frenna Arquitectos used natural materials such as stone, rammed earth , carrizo weaves and a traditional form of stucco to make Espacio Kaab in the Mexican city of Comala appear "as a volume that emerged organically from the ground". Some of the materials were sourced directly from Comala. "In The ground floor is sunken.

Nature 105

Nature Technique Materials Site 105