Archinect

APRIL 22, 2024

The offsite construction will eventually yield eight new gates and a total of 150,000 square feet of space following a first-of-its-kind integrated design for manufacturing and assembly (DFMA).

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Archinect

OCTOBER 27, 2022

Moss Structural Engineers and the Toronto Metropolitan University announce the winners of its now-returned, in-person, annual TimberFever student design-build competition. He added, "I wanted to give students the opportunity to work with tools, learn about wood, and introduce collaboration between engineers and architects."

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Deezen

DECEMBER 6, 2024

The office building is prominently located on the riverfront and is designed for flexibility and a potential future conversion into apartments, ensuring the long-term sustainability of the building," said David Chipperfield.

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Deezen

JUNE 25, 2024

In every aspect of its design, the building responds to COA's ambitious goals for sustainability, from macro issues of siting, massing and systems' design to micro issues of material selection and detailing," the architectural studio said.

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Deezen

MARCH 17, 2025

We identified from the outset some key features of historic Tudor architecture that we wanted to incorporate: an expressed timber post-and-beam structure, a spatial arrangement around a central fireplace, and a strong connection to a mature garden setting," he added.

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Deezen

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

These decks are paired with open air circulation, offering both generous views of the city and a sustainable solution for development." The building includes "punched balconies" The building also has "punched balconies", which are recessed rather than projecting, to offer tenants more access to daylight and the outdoors.

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Architizer

JANUARY 22, 2025

Over the years, advancements in materials science, structural engineering and computational modeling have transformed how architects approach earthquake-resistant design. As urban populations grow and climate change exacerbates natural disasters, the need for buildings that prioritize safety and durability has never been more urgent.

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Dwell

AUGUST 27, 2024

Designed and built during Melbourne’s extended Covid lockdowns, the home reflects an inventive response to low-cost, multi-generational, and sustainable living while also telling a story of personal and ecological renewal. Our ambition was to create a materially honest and highly sustainable home for a family of four. Post it here.

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Dwell

JULY 27, 2022

Project Details: Location: Aichi, Japan Architect: Nori Architects / @nori_architects Builder: TOKORO Structural Engineer: Seiji Okawa Textile Designer: Yuki Tsutsumi Equipment Advisor: Kozo Takase Lighting Advisor: CHIPS LLC.

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Deezen

JANUARY 19, 2023

British architect Norman Foster explains his studio 's approach towards sustainability and his views on concrete, timber, aviation and Architects Declare in this exclusive interview. Foster said the studio, which is the UK's largest, aims to create buildings that are both sustainable and improve people's lives.

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Dwell

MARCH 17, 2025

Homes Oz-Green Shell Is Actually a Sustainability Move Houses We Love: Every day we feature a remarkable space submitted by our community of architects, designers, builders, and homeowners. Have one to share? Post it here.

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Architizer

DECEMBER 14, 2022

The Kendeda Building for Innovative Sustainable Design – The Kendeda Building was created to foster environmental education, research, and a public forum for community outreach. As the first Living Building of its kind in the Southeast US, the project sets a new standard for sustainability. Budget: 10M – 50M.

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Deezen

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

"By pushing the columns to the edge of the structure, each floor can be modified as educational needs evolve, and will retain the flexibility to expand from the back in the future." Other sustainable elements include ample daylighting, solar-controlled fabric shades and water-saving plumbing fixtures.

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Architizer

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

More recently, the firm has published a Sustainability Manifesto and introduced a Sustainability Team to collaborate throughout the design process. As Architizer’s Editor-in-Chief noted, “For Foster + Partners, sustainability is not just a trend — instead, it’s been integral to the firm’s work for decades.

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SW Oregon Architect

DECEMBER 5, 2021

My responsibility is to connect multiple and complex fields of knowledge and engage in multidisciplinary thinking to help the design team arrive at the most cost-effective, sustainable, and attractive design solution possible. The systems perspective is the antithesis of the silo mentality.

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Deezen

JANUARY 27, 2025

Working with structural engineers Florian Kosche, two construction methods were developed that minimised the use of concrete and steel in the structure, both of them based on the use of cross-laminated timber (CLT) and glue laminated timber (glulam). Did we get it right?

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Bustler

APRIL 26, 2023

The shortlisted teams are: David Chipperfield Architects (London) with HarrisonKornberg Architects (Local Architect); James Corner Field Operations (Landscape Architect); Pentagram (Exhibition Design); Thornton Tomasetti (Structural Engineer); Arup (Services and Lighting); and AtelierTen (Sustainability).

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Deezen

MAY 24, 2024

We need creativity to overcome the social-housing stigma and we need architects who can invent new ways to create housing that is decent, has dignity, is beautiful and sustainable within the budgets allowed." "If "More good architects should get involved in social housing," Libeskind told Dezeen. "We The photography is by Hufton + Crow.

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Bustler

JANUARY 28, 2024

The AISC says all equally promote advances in safety, benefits to the local community, and environmental consciousness in addition to their innovations in terms of structural engineering. “In The winners will be featured in the May 2024 issue of Modern Steel Construction magazine.

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Dwell

AUGUST 3, 2022

The local planning authority recommended the firm design a new, sustainable home rather than revive the disjointed cottage, on the condition the new home matched the footprint of the old. Houses We Love: Every day we feature a remarkable space submitted by our community of architects, designers, builders, and homeowners.

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Dwell

AUGUST 6, 2024

However, the design is also unapologetically contemporary, combining clean lines, meticulous detailing and sustainable construction principles. The new extension is built from a highly insulated and cost-effective timber frame structure, clad entirely in English sweet chestnut.

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Deezen

JANUARY 19, 2022

Located at the Changhua Coastal Industrial Park near Taichung, the building will be covered in angled photovoltaics and used to store and maintain sustainable energy equipment. MVRDV and Taipower 's goal is for the building to generate enough electricity for it to be self-sustaining. The building will contain a public gallery. "Of

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Deezen

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

Flexible indoor event space sits in the centre of the complex "Citypark exhibits a seamless fusion of structural engineering and architectural design," said the studios.

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Deezen

JANUARY 15, 2025

We have created respectful and highly sustainable new additions to publicly activate the ground floor, accommodate modern working environments, and answer the needs of tomorrow's occupier and visitor, prolonging the life of the building for many more years to come." The photography is by Gareth Gardner.

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Santa Cruz Architect

FEBRUARY 23, 2025

Generic) In the evolving landscape of sustainable architecture, the term “NETZEB” stands out as a beacon for the future of building design. As the push for sustainability grows, NETZEBs are becoming increasingly relevant, offering a pathway to energy-efficient, environmentally responsible construction. Tom Chance (CC BY 2.0)

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Dwell

JANUARY 20, 2023

The steel framework supporting the sustainable retreat is designed as housing to keep winged friends safe from predators. These buildings sustain the myth that appearing to be one with the land equates to a reduced impact on the environment. Cabin is built with sustainably-sourced CLT panels and glulam beams. Have one to share?

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Deezen

JUNE 21, 2022

These buildings sustain the myth that appearing to be one with the land equates to a reduced impact on the environment," the architecture studio added. The 1,000 square-foot cabin is intended to appear contemporary, while also being more sustainably built and consuming fewer resources throughout its usable life.

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Deezen

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

Used as an extension of founder Louis T Lemay's personal residence, the design for the 2,500-square-foot (232-square metre) house came out of Lemay's in-house sustainable design lab called the Phénix. It's home, one that interconnects you with nature while having as low an impact as possible on it," Lemay said.

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Deezen

JANUARY 12, 2024

Read: Ten airports designed with sustainability in mind Photovoltaic glass gathers energy for the terminal, while the windows were placed to ensure plentiful natural light throughout the year. MEP engineering, special systems, asset management: Arora Engineers, Inc. The terminal will begin full operations later in 2024.

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Deezen

AUGUST 16, 2024

Project credits: Architecture: Modern Office of Design + Architecture, Dustin Couzens, Ben Klumper, Nicholas Tam, Cara Tretiak Interior design: Modern Office of Design + Architecture, Cara Tretiak Landscape architecture: Modern Office of Design + Architecture, Nicholas Tam Urban Farming consultant: YYC Growers, Rod Olson Energy modelling: EMBE Consulting (..)

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Deezen

MARCH 7, 2022

This includes the use of Porotherm clay block party walls and timber structure, along with internal finishes such as Blue Lias stone flooring sourced and sustainably sourced douglas fir and spruce detailing. Structural engineer: Osbourne Edwards. Sustainability consultant: Conker Conservation.

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Deezen

AUGUST 19, 2022

Timber was selected for its affordability, sustainability and its capacity to weather appealingly. Structural engineer: Entuitive. "We started by setting up the vertical timber battens and horizontal cladding in a rhythm of fins across the facade.". Windows and skylights allow plenty of natural light to enter the studio.

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Dwell

APRIL 21, 2023

Project Details: Location: Victoria, Australia Architects: Archier / @ archier_ Footprint: 2,454 square feet Builder: Hardwick Build Co Structural Engineer: Astleigh Landscape Design: Lisa Ellis Gardens Interior Design: Client in partnership with Kerry Smith Interior Design Photographer: Thurston Empson / @ thurstonempson From the Architects: " The (..)

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Dwell

DECEMBER 13, 2022

Instead, the design of BD House became a layered transformation in which cultural heritage, sustainable transformation, and the rich natural qualities of the area combine.

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Deezen

MAY 7, 2024

In collaboration with structural engineer Michel Virlogeux and the construction group Webuild , the proposed design will feature primary support pillars "well away from the navigation channel used by large vessels". This means it's more material-efficient and ultimately sustainable, according to the team. "In

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Deezen

AUGUST 26, 2022

Symes designed Pepper Tree Passive House for local builder Adam Souter, whose company Souter Built aims to create high-performance sustainable homes. According to the studio, the project encapsulates its ethos of "advancing sustainable architecture" in Sydney. Structural Engineer: Northrop. Builder: Souter Built .

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Deezen

DECEMBER 5, 2023

Project credits: Lead architect: Ondrej Chybik, Michal Kristof Design team: Jiri Vala, Jiri Richter, Radek Satora, Ondrej Svancara, Ondrej Mundl, Ilya Lebedev, Lukas Kvasnica, Martyna Bobinska, Magdalena Czopka, Antonin Hampl, Martin Holy, Martin Iglesias Structural engineer: SDS Group shpk, Bollinger + Grohmann Landscape architect: Marko & The (..)

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