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Eugene/Architecture/Alphabet: O

SW Oregon Architect

USS West Mahomet in "dazzle" camouflage, circa 1918 (photo from the Naval History & Heritage Command, public domain, via Wikimedia Commons) Olive Plaza is otherwise most notable as an example of a multistory building that utilizes the lift-slab type of structural system.

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Young Architect Guide: The Three Pillars of Form-Finding in Architecture

Architizer

These physically driven techniques use data and analysis to help us refine a design’s performance in areas like stability, safety and load-bearing capacity to achieve a harmonious, creative and stable structure. There are a number of physically-driven form-finding techniques. UAD ), Shaoxing, China | Photos by Qiang Zhao.

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From Timeless Materials to High-Tech Hybrids: A New Era in Architecture and Construction

Architizer

Hybrid construction materials and techniques might be the beacon of hope in a construction industry riddled with carbon-intensive practices and logistical challenges. Hybrid construction materials and techniques offer an alternative approach to traditional and modern building materials and methods.

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Electrification & Decarbonization of Buildings

SW Oregon Architect

To achieve our ambitious climate targets, protect our residents, and build a viable future for coming generations, we must utilize the best building techniques and technologies that are currently fully adopted in the marketplace, readily available, affordable, and environmentally preferable.

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Sustainable Architecture: How Green Building Practices are Reshaping the Industry

DesignRulz

Architects are pivotal in executing these sustainable routines, affecting how buildings are designed, built, and utilized. This multidisciplinary technique helps make sure that eco-friendly considerations are incorporated into every design aspect—enhancing energy efficiency, materials usage, and environmental implementation.

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Ten architectural installations from Burning Man 2024

Deezen

The team said it was a "homage to the unsung hero" used as a safety measure in cities. Temple of Togetherness by Caroline Ghosn The design chosen for this year's yearly temple combines elements of church architecture and Lebanese weaving techniques in a complex wooden form.

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What is Rammed Earth Construction?

Santa Cruz Architect

In an age where sustainability and environmental consciousness are at the forefront of architectural innovation, ancient building techniques are experiencing a renaissance. Firstly, rammed-earth buildings utilize locally sourced materials, reducing the carbon footprint associated with transportation and extraction.