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.

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Archinect

DECEMBER 27, 2023

Continuing with our 2023 Year in Review series, let's take a look back at some of the story highlights focusing on decarbonization efforts, material research, policy implementation, and successful applications of sustainability principles this year. Image courtesy Wikimedia Commons user Øyvind Holmstad.

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Archinect

AUGUST 10, 2024

Department of Energy ’s Oak Ridge National Laboratory and the University of Maine are leading interesting new engineering research into floor cassettes made using recyclable natural materials that are strong enough to be used in multi-story buildings. The project came together at the initiative of the SHoP offshoot Assembly OSM.

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Archinect

DECEMBER 1, 2023

Working within the institution’s Digital Building Technologies group led by Professor Benjamin Dillenburger, Bedarf’s project emerged from a doctoral thesis on lightweight insulating construction elements, and how complex shapes could be manufactured with fewer material inputs. “Without automation,

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ArchDaily

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

Even with material and technological advances over time, this function remains fundamental. Nowadays, high-performance building envelopes expand this protective function by using advanced materials and technology, transforming into essential elements of sustainable and resilient design.

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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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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. Adapting to these demands has never held more significance.

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ArchDaily

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

Image © Christophe Valtin Wood, one of the oldest building materials, has been continuously reinvented throughout history. As contemporary architecture becomes more and more concerned with sustainability and environmental responsibility, the popularity of the material has also increased. 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

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

When designing, his studio experiments with different digital technologies through a sustainable lens and with a keen eye on social issues, aiming to deliver innovative and emotional experiences. He also addresses crucial questions about fostering innovation and creativity with new materials in architecture, among other topics.

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ArchDaily

MAY 17, 2023

While it remains a universally used material in architecture, its widespread use has led to an increased demand and less efficient resource management. To address issues such as warping, aging, and high environmental costs associated with solid wood , materials like Technowood have been developed. Read more »

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ArchDaily

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

Image Courtesy of WoHo Systems Contemporary challenges and technological developments inevitably trigger changes in how we design and build our cities. The traditional construction industry suffers from inefficiencies that render methods slow, expensive, or harmful to the environment.

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ArchDaily

MAY 24, 2023

Cortesia de FIANDRE Architectural Surfaces When it comes to buildings, there are several factors that contribute to creating something truly luxurious: attention to detail, use of premium, high-quality materials, and unique designs.

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ArchDaily

JUNE 27, 2023

With an emphasis on design excellence, sustainability, collaboration and user-centric approaches, innovation plays a key role in its quest to create iconic and sustainable architectural landmarks. Read more »

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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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Archinect

MARCH 9, 2023

Even as the tiny house movement continues to gain popularity and shipping containers are beloved both for their aesthetic appeal and supposed sustainability, it’s worth asking if they’re the right material for this purpose. A simple technology, they have helped facilitate global trade like no other.

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JULY 12, 2022

Several residential architects are now of the opinion that when looking for a new roof, homeowners could invest in a sustainable roofing system. However, most sustainable roofs have at least one of these factors, so you are good. Let’s look at the sustainable alternative to roofing materials. How to Proceed.

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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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SW Oregon Architect

MAY 28, 2023

president and CEO of Autonomic Materials explains the concepts underlying the technology of self-healing high-performance coatings. The latest edition featured a fascinating presentation on self-healing technology for coatings by Gerald Wilson , Ph.D, president and CEO of Autonomic Materials, Inc. Gerald Wilson , Ph.D

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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

JULY 13, 2023

The 2023 installment was centered on the theme of sustainability in its various forms, encompassing subjects related to migration, digital building technologies and material research, future urban developments, and housing, bringing together architects, designers, artists, academics, and photographers from 52 different countries.

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ArchDaily

JANUARY 10, 2024

The material, once seemingly forgotten by modernity, has resurged with full force, facing significant challenges but also revealing promising opportunities. Due to technological advancements and research into the limits and possibilities of this material, there has been a significant leap in the development of wood in construction.

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ArchDaily

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

Cortesia de Urbem Mass timber is an innovative construction solution that is gaining prominence worldwide due to its sustainability and technological benefits. In addition, its use allows for cleaner, lighter, and faster construction compared to traditional building methods.

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ArchDaily

APRIL 14, 2024

What siting, technological, or constructive strategies can be developed without harming the surrounding landscape? The application of modular design in architecture has been in practice for years, with a history involving the pursuit of standardization and modular coordination among materials, products, and more. Read more »

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ArchDaily

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

With the advancement of technologies and construction methods, prefabrication has turned into a symbol of innovation, adaptability, and custom design. It allows the creation of multifunctional and flexible spaces that respond not only to practical needs but also to the aesthetic and sustainable demands of modern architecture.

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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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ArchDaily

JUNE 11, 2024

With an oeuvre that blends respect for context, lightness and technology to create environmentally conscious and aesthetically pleasing structures, his approach combines advanced materials with traditional techniques. This is often made explicit in his sketches, as an initial concern, and clearly comes through in the finished works.

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Archinect

JUNE 27, 2024

The initiative hopes to construct off-planet sustainable housing and furniture designs from mycelial composite bricks. Habitations would be grown on the lunar surface using water to a lightweight support material containing dormant fungi.

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ArchDaily

MAY 23, 2024

Set within a rapidly developing area of Shanghai , the 11-storey structure is covered by a curved technological roof that follows the stepping structure. The project is conceived as a showcase of the company's vision of food production, with an extensive sustainability agenda encompassing various strategies.

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ArchDaily

MAY 2, 2024

In addition to aesthetic explorations, many of the products selected are tackling important themes of interest, from the need to develop more sustainable materials with a reduced carbon footprint, to the potential impact of new technologies such as artificial intelligence. Read more »

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ArchDaily

MARCH 11, 2024

In this context, contemporary architecture has sought to enrich the role of facades, maximizing their potential through technological innovation. Today, technology has been integrated to create a more textured and expressive architecture , explore diverse materialities, and promote circular and low-carbon architecture.

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ArchDaily

OCTOBER 12, 2023

Image © Ossip Van Duivenbode, Ronald Tilleman Moving towards a sustainable future is a global challenge that involves all disciplines working together. European Patent Office, Netherlands. According to the 2021 Global Status Report for Buildings and Construction , almost 40% of carbon emissions come from the construction industry.

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Archinect

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

Following our previous look at an opening for a Digital Design Specialist at Branch Technology , we are using this week’s edition of our Job Highlights series to explore an open role on Archinect Jobs for an Emerging Scholar in Design at The University of Texas at Austin.

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Archinect

MARCH 21, 2024

Henning Larsen has unveiled a new tool for designers that allows them access to a database of biogenic materials examples taken from around the world. Together with collaborators Copenhagen School of Design and Technology (KEA) , Ramboll , Speckle, and Chevrant, the entry took home first place for the 'Best Mashup Project' at the Hackathon.

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Archinect

SEPTEMBER 21, 2024

MIT engineers have created 3D-printed glass bricks that could offer a new approach to construction with sustainable and reusable materials. The team, led by Assistant Professor Kaitlyn Becker and former MIT researcher Michael Stern, developed the glass bricks using a custom 3D printing technology from MIT spinoff Evenline.

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ArchDaily

DECEMBER 19, 2022

Today, interconnected and fast-paced lifestyles, future mobility trends and constant material innovation puts pressure on a slow-moving building industry. Based on the principles of a circular economy, Urban Beta and BetaPort create a sustainable construction plan, ready to grow and change over time. Read more ».

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ArchDaily

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

Image © Valerie Bennett Timber has been a popular source of construction material for thousands of years. Through design, the use of trunks or branches of trees in their entirety can accentuate their innate mechanical properties for structural sustainability. Wood Chip Barn Project, 2016. Read more »

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