Santa Cruz Architect

DECEMBER 23, 2024

Tianjin Eco-City is proposed as a sustainable solution to the urban future (image credits: China.org.cn) As cities across the globe grapple with the challenges of rapid urbanization, climate change, and resource scarcity, the concept of EcoCities has emerged as a guiding framework for sustainable urban development.

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Sustainability Restoration Cities Development 89

ArchDaily

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024

Fran Parente The term " retrofit ," unlike rehabilitation or restoration , has been adopted by the market to address technological upgrades in existing buildings. These projects focus on aligning constructions with local technical standards and adapting spaces to be more functional and sustainable , meeting current demands.

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Sustainability Innovation Building Restoration 263

Avontuura

APRIL 21, 2022

The post Hugh Broughton Architects and English Heritage unveil Clifford’s Tower restoration in York appeared first on Åvontuura. Clifford’s Tower crowns the mound raised by William the Conqueror in 1068. For centuries it was the keep and strongpoint of York Castle.

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ArchDaily

MARCH 17, 2025

Curated by architect and designer Iassen Markov , the project explores the future of sustainability in a world where natural processes are increasingly mediated by artificial intelligence and human intervention. Outside, physical interventions disrupt natural balances, highlighting the fragile interplay between technology and the environment.

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Archinect

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

This restoration marks the start of Howard University’s $785 million Central Campus Master Plan , the largest campus development project in the school’s history. As noted by Howard University, preservation and sustainability are at the core of the institution’s real estate development initiatives.

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Restoration Real Estate Building Renovation 246

Architizer

APRIL 14, 2025

As the climate crisis affects the built environment and urban populations continue to grow, the need for sustainable and resilient housing is more urgent than ever. Explore eight sustainable residential buildings, each designed to reduce ecological impact while also promoting a healthier, more modern and connected way of living.

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Residential Sustainability Project Building 87

ArchDaily

JUNE 8, 2023

Restore to Impact , the international Call for Ideas powered by the Chiesi biopharmaceutical Group, aims to identify innovative, evolutionary and transversal concepts as guidelines for the future regeneration project of its historic industrial site in via Palermo in Parma. Read more »

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ArchDaily

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024

Completed in 2024 in Nyon, Switzerland. Images by Pepe Fotografia. Marking a new development in their long-term research on urban wellbeing, London- and Turin-based design innovation firm, completes the third.

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Archinect

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

RIBA's Regional Director of London, John Nahar, said: "There is such a diverse range of work in this year’s selection, from the restoration of some of London's most recognized landmarks, to high-quality social housing and innovative live/work solutions.

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Hotel Designs

APRIL 17, 2025

The property will redefine luxury hospitality in the region with a philosophy that combines sustainability, style, and rejuvenation to create a transformative guest experience. Image credit: Mikkel Vang 1 Hotel Melbourne is a showcase of architectural innovation and sustainable design.

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Dwell

MARCH 17, 2025

The design team worked with the historic commission and the found imagery to strip back added elements, restoring original window openings and sandblasting the brick surface back to its original unpainted condition. Homes Oz-Green Shell Is Actually a Sustainability Move

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ArchDaily

JULY 19, 2023

In the Symbiocene era, humans actively collaborate with nature, acknowledging their interdependence with Earth's ecosystems and striving to regenerate and restore the natural environment, thus creating a more harmonious and sustainable world. Read more »

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Sustainability Restoration Architecture Environment 189

Deezen

OCTOBER 16, 2024

The original facade was retained and restored with a new extension distinguished from the original concrete exterior with copper cladding that nods to its modular design. Revitalising built infrastructure, instead of resorting to demolition, is crucial for sustainable urban development," said Rossington. "By

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Archinect

MARCH 24, 2022

The 14 projects span single-family, affordable housing, and specialized housing projects, and include new construction, renovations, and restorations. Below, we have published the 14 winning projects.

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Housing Home Restoration Renovation 362

Deezen

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

It is intended to serve as a model for sustainable land use and construction, aiming to protect and restore the local ecology, and is shortlisted in the education project and sustainable building categories of the Dezeen Awards 2024.

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Students Education Roofing Design 136

Deezen

DECEMBER 31, 2024

The glass facade has been restored Alsterschwimmhalle's roof structure is just eight centimetres thick and reaches 24 metres at its peak. Restoring the building without disrupting them posed a huge challenge for the studio. Alsterschwimmhalle was shortlisted in the sustainable renovation category of the Dezeen Awards in 2024.

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Restoration Remodeling Roofing Renovation 126

Archinect

MAY 11, 2024

For the complete directory of newly listed competitions, click here.

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Restoration Design Concept Architecture 264

ArchDaily

JULY 11, 2024

The project also features sustainability measures aimed at lowering its maintenance costs, further exemplifying the intersection of affordable housing, heritage restoration, and sustainable urban living.

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Industrial Real Estate Housing Restoration 284

ArchDaily

JANUARY 20, 2025

Image Lauro Rocha From the field of architecture and construction, the concept of material reuse is closely tied to circular economy and the reduction of carbon footprints , paving the way toward a more sustainable and responsible future.

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Materials Interior Technique Restoration 275

ArchDaily

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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Nature Cities Restoration Sustainability 276

Archinect

JULY 3, 2024

Aspects of the work will include creating a new entrance, improving logistics and circulation for the museum, and restoring the existing Van der Steur, Bodon, and Henket buildings, which are considered national monuments.

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Renovation Safety Restoration Sustainability 299

Archinect

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

The Holcim Foundation has announced its 20-strong slate of global winners as part of the 2023 Holcim Awards , an annual showcase of "contextual and practicable approaches to sustainable construction" that was established in 2004 by the Zurich-based organization.

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SW Oregon Architect

MARCH 30, 2025

Therefore, while adaptive reuse is a sustainable approach, it may not be the most practical or attractive option for developers. Reflecting on the past vibrancy of 13th Avenue underscores the potential for the future redevelopment to restore and enhance a sense of community.

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ArchDaily

JUNE 29, 2023

This project comprises the restoration, renovation, and conversion of the historic court building in Antwerp, preparing it in a sustainable fashion. Completed in 2022 in Antwerp, Belgium. Images by Stijn Bollaert.

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Restoration Renovation Sustainability Building 263

Architizer

OCTOBER 23, 2024

Architizer's 13th A+Awards features a suite of sustainability-focused categories that recognizing designers that are building a green industry — and a better future. What if these new recording and building practices could provide the blueprint for not only restoring but actually replicating the detail and craftsmanship of historic buildings?

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Archinect

AUGUST 5, 2024

“We hold dear existing spaces through restoration and renovation,” the firm says about its approach. We delight in using sustainable materials that respect the environment they’re built into and that last for generations to enjoy.

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Deezen

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

The shortlisted projects were chosen for their focus on sustainability. Jacoby Studios was nominated for "the beautiful execution in mixing repair and restoration with disciplined new-build", the jury said.

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Project Restoration Housing Sustainability 122

Archinect

DECEMBER 22, 2023

SOM's restoration of Lever House in Manhattan. To explore specific job titles from the architectural profession, consult Archinect's Guide to Job Titles series. Also, follow our Archinect Tips series to improve your portfolio, resume, and interviewing skills, to increase your overall chances of getting that next job.

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Management Project Cities Architect 306

Archinect

APRIL 26, 2024

In a social media post , Snøhetta says: “Our masterplan will strengthen the relationship between earth, people, and nature, while beginning to heal and restore the scarred landscape to its original state of biodiversity and natural richness. ” The firm h.

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Project Masterplanning Government Restoration 279

ArchDaily

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024

From the aqueducts in ancient Rome to the grand canals of Venice, water has not only sustained life but also played an important role in shaping the urban environment. There is a growing movement to reopen and re-naturalize urban waterways to restore them as vital ecological corridors within the city. Read more »

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Cities Project Safety Restoration 263

Archinect

JUNE 17, 2024

By protecting, restoring and sustainably managing forests within their watersheds, cities can improve water quality and quantity in a cost-effective way. But nature offers solutions, too. And they can make water sources more resilient to a changing climate.

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EntreArchitect

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

Based in Nigeria but with a vision that spans continents, Inedu-George has emerged as one of the most influential voices in West African architecture, blending cultural heritage, sustainability, and innovative design to address pressing urban and societal challenges. One notable project is the restoration of a 150-year-old church in Ghana.

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Deezen

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

The project, shortlisted for a 2024 Dezeen Award in the sustainable interior category , saw Tengbom relocate from a modernist inner-city office to a factory built in 1934. metres was spray-painted pink "To minimise waste and provide an easy and sustainable end-of-life disposal, visible screws have been used everywhere," said Tengbom. "No

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Materials Sketching Sustainability Interior 111

Deezen

APRIL 29, 2024

Architecture studio dMFK Architects has restored and renovated the Voysey House office in Chiswick, London , which was originally designed as a wallpaper factory by architect CFA Voysey. This included replacing the non-original windows with steel reproductions of the original frames.

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Archinect

MAY 4, 2022

To coincide with the recent Earth Day celebrations, the Chicago Architecture Center has opened up its archives for a look inside the revolution that could restore the city, traditionally thought to be a mecca for the seminal works of 19th- and 20th-century architectural pioneers, to the top of the new mantle of sustainable design.

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Cities Restoration Sustainability Client 264

Archinect

AUGUST 30, 2024

The street will be restored with an expanded median for pedestrians. Its redesign aims to enhance public space, promote sustainable transit options, and foster community for residents and visitors.

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Cities Space Transportation Restoration 264

Hotel Designs

OCTOBER 30, 2024

Image credit: Ruby Hotels Ruby is well aware of the fact that conversion of existing structures is more efficient and sustainable than a new construction. Ruby Hotels proudly showcases a transformation rooted in sustainability and style, where the echoes of the past resonate with the vibrant pulse of the present.

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