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APRIL 29, 2024

Courtesy of Feldman Architecture and Western Window Systems When it came to designing a nature-embracing modern home in Palo Alto, California, USA, architect Tai Ikegami took his responsibility to protect and venerate the magnificent trees on the lot seriously.

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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. House in Candonga / Fomento Estudio.

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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.

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JANUARY 1, 2025

From transforming highways into vibrant parks to restoring waterways and integrating nature into urban planning , these projects reflect a shared commitment to sustainability, livability, and resilience. In Portland , the 1978 creation of Tom McCall Waterfront Park set a pioneering example by replacing a highway with green spaces.

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JUNE 19, 2024

© 3XN 3XN GXN and landscape architect DETBLÅ have won the commissions for the design of a new Centre for Coastal Nature and Sport Fishing in Assens, Denmark. The proposal features a subtle oval structure to showcase local stories of the natural environment.

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SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

© Sjavit Maestro Connection with nature has become increasingly important in architectural theory and practice in recent years, especially after the COVID-19 pandemic , which emphasized the role of natural environments in healing. Steno Diabetes Center Copenhagen / Vilhelm Lauritzen Architects + Mikkelsen Architects + STED.

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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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JANUARY 10, 2024

Completed in 2023 in Shanghai, China. Images by Yujie Luo, Fangfang Tian, Yang Liu, Yumeng Zhu. Still remember the last time yourself on a swing? When I swung on this swing for the first time, I couldn't help but burst into laughter. Not sure if.

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ArchDaily

MAY 15, 2024

Image © Pacha Mother / Adrian Hernandez In the quest to promote a more sustainable construction where the use of natural materials contributes to the transmission of local traditions and cultures , an increasing number of architecture projects are exploring different resources and techniques to address environmental, economic, or social concerns.

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ArchDaily

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

In light of a collective effort involving local communities and new generations, the construction of installations and structures in these natural environments is aimed not only at meeting functional needs but also at educational, research, and environmental conservation purposes. Read more »

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ArchDaily

MARCH 20, 2024

While bedrooms are given priority to choose the most favored spots alongside exterior walls – giving them access to the fresh air , natural light , and better views provided by windows – sanitary spaces are often left to feed from the scraps in the aftermath, afforded only a sliver of external wall, if any. Read more »

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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 ? Hotspot Sauna / Oslo Works. 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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SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

How can built environments be created to adapt to the needs of older adults? Read more »

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NOVEMBER 11, 2024

Image Cortesía de Andrés Cedillo Integrating contemporary art with the landscape in a dialogue between human creation and the natural environment, the Sculpture Space of the National Autonomous University of Mexico (UNAM) represents one of the most important public artworks in Latin America. Espacio Escultórico de la UNAM.

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ArchDaily

SEPTEMBER 27, 2024

Tourism has played a key role in this process, focusing on creating spaces that maximize the enjoyment of the natural environment and integrating local landscapes into urbanized areas.

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ArchDaily

MAY 23, 2024

Teaming up with high-end Norwegian adventure and outdoor brand Norrøna, the studio has designed a nature hotel. © MIR | Courtesy of Dorte Mandrup Danish architecture studio Dorte Mandrup has just released the designs for its new project in the Arctic Region.

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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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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.

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ArchDaily

MAY 7, 2024

© Jacopo Salvi Carlo Ratti, the curator of the 19th International Architecture Exhibition —La Biennale di Venezia, along with Pietrangelo Buttafuocco, The President of La Biennale di Venezia, have revealed highly anticipated details for the upcoming edition. Titled “Intelligence. Artificial. Read more »

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DECEMBER 28, 2024

Completed in 2024 in Zamalek, Egypt. Images by Yehia El Alaily. Having previously worked with Ziad Zaki as a contractor, Ramzi Makram-Ebeid was already familiar when he became a client for this residential.

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Archinect

JULY 17, 2024

The jury sought designs that "demonstrated how natural light could shape architectural decisions." Participants in the now second edition of this contest were tasked with designing a home sans the incorporation of any artificial light. 1st Prize: Dancing Flow Designers: Haneul Kim, Sayun Park, and Eunbi Lee (South Korea)

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ArchDaily

JUNE 14, 2024

The firm's portfolio and research showcase an integrative way of building, with projects demonstrating a close connection between the built environment and their immediate surroundings, whether in natural landscapes or urban contexts. Their programs emphasize flexibility, possibilities, and inclusion, prioritizing human well-being above all.

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AUGUST 15, 2024

© Morten Aagaard Krogh architects: ADEPT Location: Amager Naturpark, København, Denmark Project Year: 2024 Photographs: Morten Aagaard Krogh Area: 35000000.0 m2 Read more »

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OCTOBER 16, 2023

© Arch EXIST architects: Advanced Architecture Lab[AaL] architects: Wiki World Location: Huanggang, Hubei, China Project Year: 2023 Photographs: Arch EXIST Area: 600.0 m2 Read more »

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JANUARY 4, 2024

© Paul Phan architects: Sense Design Studio Location: Ward 7, 485 Đ. Nhật Tảo, Phường 7, Quận 10, Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh, Vietnam Project Year: 2023 Photographs: Paul Phan Area: 118.0 m2 Read more »

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NOVEMBER 18, 2024

The Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County (NHM) has opened its $75 million NHM Commons expansion to the public. The new spaces facilitate engagement with science, culture, and nature, including areas for those visiting without a ticket.

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JUNE 24, 2023

© Derek Swalwell A healthy environment that is also visually appealing in our homes has become increasingly sought when it comes to designing houses and residential spaces, especially during the world’s current context.

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ArchDaily

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

For over 30 years, this natural artery remained hidden. Image © trabantos via Shutterstock Cheongye Stream, known as Cheonggyecheon (청계천) in Korean, runs eastward through the heart of Seoul , passing through 13 neighborhoods in four districts of the capital of South Korea.

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ArchDaily

JUNE 25, 2024

In their Manifesto: The New American Dwelling , they argue that the single-family home, once the great American dream, needs to be redefined to emphasize minimalism, efficiency, health, connection with nature, durability, and personal kindness, moving away from wasteful, artificial, and toxic practices.

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ArchDaily

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

The project, which emphasizes harmony with nature, is scheduled to open by the end of 2024. Courtesy of MAD Architects MAD Architects has provided an exciting update on the construction of Lishui (LIJ) Airport in China, now in its final stages. Read more »

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ArchDaily

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

The Mysk Al Badayer Retreat in the desert outside Dubai, United Arab Emirates.

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ArchDaily

DECEMBER 4, 2024

Image © Rendergram Residential architecture within natural settings presents a distinct departure from urban design. Unlike the densely populated, man-made environments of cities, the context shifts to a pre-existing, often subdued, natural landscape. House in Ribeira dos Moinhos / João Cepeda Architect.

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NOVEMBER 24, 2024

Image Courtesy of Forestier Read in a void, Maison Forestier 's remit of an ongoing 'quest for perpetual originality and mastery of the delicate balance between nature and design' may sound a little abstract.

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Archinect

DECEMBER 26, 2024

Photo credit: Fernando Guerra Photo credit: Fernando Guerra Inside, subtle transitions between the living and social spaces emphasize a "fluid interplay between architecture and nature."

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SEPTEMBER 15, 2024

© Silas Andersen architects: C.F. Møller Architects Location: Randers, Denmark Project Year: 2024 Photographs: Silas Andersen Area: 83000.0 m2 Read more »

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NOVEMBER 28, 2024

Courtesy of Fiandre A surface does more than simply cover a space—it transforms it, infusing personality, rhythm, and soul. It evolves from being a mere backdrop to becoming an active element that shapes the atmosphere through the interplay of material, form, and light.

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SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

On an island within the Finnish archipelago, a sleek, pebble-shaped sauna seems to delicately balance atop a small rock formation. Called Kivi Sauna, the structure was designed by Helsinki -based design and architecture studio Sotamaa.

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