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Researchers uniting ‘fragmented construction sector’ win RIBA Scott Brownrigg Award for Sustainable Development

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The RIBA has awarded the 2024 RIBA Scott Brownrigg Award for Sustainable Development to three researchers who are seeking to decarbonize the built environment by uniting a “fragmented construction sector.”

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Caltech's new Resnick Sustainability Center gets scientific from the outside in

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Caltech ’s new Resnick Sustainability Center (RSC) has opened after the completion of an 80,000-square-foot design produced by the LA-based Yazdani Studio of CannonDesign.

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Revitalizing Historic Cairo: May al-Ibrashy's Vision for Heritage, Community, and Sustainable Conservation

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Heritage conservation in Cairo is not just about safeguarding these structures; it's about integrating them into the lives of local communities , ensuring they remain dynamic and accessible spaces. However, preserving this legacy is an ongoing challenge in the face of urban pressures, climate change, and socio-economic dynamics.

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BIG and Nokken unveil “Softshell”: a modular tent for sustainable, off-grid architecture

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BIG (Bjarke Ingels Group) has collaborated with modular architecture company Nokken to create Softshell, a semi-permanent, timber-framed tent designed to address sustainability challenges in hospitality and residential design. The Softshell’s timber frame and recyclable canvas create a low-impact accommodation solution.

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Revolutionize Concrete Durability with Kryton’s Integral Waterproofing Solutions

With Kryton's Krystol Internal Membrane (KIM) technology, concrete becomes inherently waterproof, extending the lifespan of structures while minimizing maintenance. Download our comprehensive guide to learn how Kryton can help your next project achieve unmatched durability, efficiency, and long-term sustainability.

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'Recycled' Roman churches offer clues for modern sustainable architecture, WaPo deep-dive argues

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As the planet faces a climate crisis that could dwarf the human impact of the collapse of Ancient Rome, these churches are getting another look: as a model of the sort of recycling that is key to a sustainable global economy and building sector, currently responsible for more than a third of all greenhouse gas emissions.

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Taming Nature: How Architecture is Redefining Its Relationship with the Environment

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Image Stanley Fung Integrating natural elements into architectural design has long been a fundamental pursuit in creating comfortable, sustainable environments that enhance both individual well-being and the relationship between buildings and their surrounding context.