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JANUARY 13, 2025

This interest is not purely to tend aesthetic tastes, as studies consistently show that exposure to nature reduces stress, improves focus, and enhances overall well-being. However, in dense urban environments, the challenge lies in finding innovative ways to make this vision a reality for apartments where every inch matters.

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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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DECEMBER 30, 2024

The Cleveland Museum of Natural History celebrated the grand opening of its multiyear $150 million transformation earlier this month. Image courtesy Cleveland Museum of Natural History. Image courtesy Cleveland Museum of Natural History. Image courtesy Cleveland Museum of Natural History. first for museums.

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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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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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JULY 18, 2024

As a result, the space exhibits a refined naturalism that, as with the other inclusions in Prix Versailles restaurant selections, is a “tribute to architecture and its commonality with people.” ” Image: DOF Sky | Ground IDIN's name itself is an acronym for Integrating Design Into Nature.

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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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FEBRUARY 28, 2024

© YuChen Chao Photography architects: Yuan Architects Location: Hualien, Hualien County, Taiwan Project Year: 2022 Photographs: YuChen Chao Photography Area: 240.0 m2 Read more »

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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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SEPTEMBER 29, 2024

The latest project by Polish firm Mobius Architekci is a contemporary farmhouse-style home , designed to have a harmonious relationship with its natural surroundings. It is situated on a large plot of land, appearing to naturally emerge from the landscape.

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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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JANUARY 7, 2025

In 2024, a wave of projects and studies stood out for their innovative use of natural materials, particularly in the Global South.

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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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MARCH 3, 2025

Image Cortesa de Fundacin Cosmos What does it mean to design while considering the rhythms and cycles of nature? What social relationships and connections with the natural environment can cities foster today and in the future? Santuario de la Naturaleza Humedal Ro Maipo. Read more

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MARCH 4, 2025

BoysPlayNice Many people living in large urban centers have, at some point, wished to trade the chaos of city life for the calm and tranquility of nature. COCO Art Villas Costa Rica / ARCHWERK + Formafatal.

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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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JANUARY 13, 2025

During the last edition of Open House Stockholm , visitors could explore its surrounding natural landscapes and connect with the space. Read more

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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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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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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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FEBRUARY 27, 2024

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

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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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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 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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ArchDaily

FEBRUARY 2, 2025

In a recent interview with Louisiana Channel, ecoLogic Studio discusses a new approach to architecture that explores the relationship between nature and urban design. Today, they argue, there is an opportunity for architects to learn from nature and design urban spaces that are both sustainable and functional.

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FEBRUARY 17, 2025

Following our previous visit to Two Street Studio , we are moving our Meet Your Next Employer series to Salt Lake City this week to explore the work of Feldman Architecture.

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JANUARY 13, 2025

Following our previous visit to MBB Architects , we are keeping our Meet Your Next Employer series in New York this week to explore the work of Studio MM. A nine-person firm based in the Hudson Valley, Studio MM specializes in client-focused contemporary residential design.

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MARCH 4, 2025

Based on his experiences, his works are anchored in his understanding of reality and a respect towards China's multi-traditional history and internal diversity; all while achieving a seamless balance between architecture and nature, tradition and modernity. such as my pursuit of narrative and poetry in design." Read more

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MARCH 4, 2025

Jiakun's approach is deeply rooted in Chinese philosophy , common sense, and local craftsmanship , ensuring that architecture grows naturally from its surroundings rather than being imposed upon them.

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