ArchDaily

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

By integrating new technologies, contemporary strategies are giving new life to existing buildings, propelling already-built projects into the future. By seamlessly combining technologies with design freedom, these solar facades adapt to each project’s style while acting as rain screens with a long, maintenance-free service life.

Renovation 306

Renovation Sustainability Safety Technology 306

Archinect

DECEMBER 27, 2023

Continuing with our 2023 Year in Review series, let's take a look back at some of the story highlights focusing on decarbonization efforts, material research, policy implementation, and successful applications of sustainability principles this year. Building Electrification Energy-efficient heat pump technology is gaining in popularity.

Innovation 290

Innovation Sustainability Project Architecture 290

ArchDaily

DECEMBER 4, 2023

Today, we are witnessing several projects and approaches in architecture that explore alternatives to energy-intensive building systems, materials , and technologies commonly used in today's construction. These projects, far from adopting approaches that reject technology, seek to promote conscious architectural practices.

Sustainability 317

Sustainability Structure Nature Building 317

ArchDaily

DECEMBER 21, 2023

For architectural innovators, exploring new technological potentials and envisioning ways to enrich people’s lives have long been driving forces, shaping responses to contemporary challenges. “Architecture should speak of its time and place, but yearn for timelessness,” says one of the most prominent architects of our time, Frank Gehry.

Sustainability 299

Sustainability Roofing Building Technology 299

ArchDaily

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

When designing, his studio experiments with different digital technologies through a sustainable lens and with a keen eye on social issues, aiming to deliver innovative and emotional experiences. Inspired by practices that intersect various uncommon layers in their creations, we talked with architect Guto Requena.

Technology 278

Technology Technology Nature Architecture 278

ArchDaily

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

Even with material and technological advances over time, this function remains fundamental. Nowadays, high-performance building envelopes expand this protective function by using advanced materials and technology, transforming into essential elements of sustainable and resilient design.

Sustainability 264

Sustainability Building Modern Technology 264

ArchDaily

MAY 24, 2023

Lately, the environmental impact of building decisions has also entered heavily into this equation, and the development of a luxury project requires all steps and products to take sustainability into account.

Sustainability 246

Sustainability Technology Technology Building 246

ArchDaily

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

Image Courtesy of WoHo Systems Contemporary challenges and technological developments inevitably trigger changes in how we design and build our cities. WoHo Factory. The traditional construction industry suffers from inefficiencies that render methods slow, expensive, or harmful to the environment.

Sustainability 264

Sustainability Innovation Industrial Environment 264

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.

Sustainability 257

Sustainability Innovation Building Restoration 257

ArchDaily

MAY 17, 2023

Combining technology and super-strength composites with natural wood veneers, Technowood maintains the beauty and characteristics of solid wood, but with greater durability and a sustainable approach, making it a suitable alternative. Read more »

Technology 264

Technology Technology Nature Management 264

ArchDaily

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

Beyond their original role in plant cultivation, they have evolved into projects that emphasize sustainability, education, and conservation. As advances in materials and environmental management progress, they can seamlessly be integrated into architectural designs, offering innovative solutions that blend functionality with aesthetics.

Technology 305

Technology Technology Space Building 305

ArchDaily

JUNE 27, 2023

With an emphasis on design excellence, sustainability, collaboration and user-centric approaches, innovation plays a key role in its quest to create iconic and sustainable architectural landmarks. Read more »

Innovation 264

Innovation Sustainability Architecture Firms 264

ArchDaily

OCTOBER 6, 2023

Image © Helene Sandberg Seratech's technology , developed by Sam Draper and Barney Shanks, eliminates the CO₂ footprint of concrete and reduces carbon emissions in construction. This groundbreaking technology won the 2022 Obel Award for its focus on embodied emissions. Co-founders of Seratech Sam Draper and Barney Shanks. Read more »

Sustainability 299

Sustainability Construction Construction Materials 299

ArchDaily

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

As contemporary architecture becomes more and more concerned with sustainability and environmental responsibility, the popularity of the material has also increased. The materials derived from wood are thus associated with less greenhouse gas emissions on the condition of trees being harvested from sustainably managed forests.

Innovation 325

Innovation Modern Technology Technology 325

ArchDaily

DECEMBER 1, 2024

Image © Naver As the AI fervor continues to reshape how people see the world, 2025 looms as yet another year in the march toward technological advancement. While some worry about the dominance of technology in society, architects are shifting their attention to the foundations of a digital future: data centers.

Sustainability 264

Sustainability Construction Construction Architecture 264

Archinect

MARCH 9, 2023

Even as the tiny house movement continues to gain popularity and shipping containers are beloved both for their aesthetic appeal and supposed sustainability, it’s worth asking if they’re the right material for this purpose. A simple technology, they have helped facilitate global trade like no other.

Sustainability 246

Sustainability Architecture Transportation Technology 246

ArchDaily

MARCH 25, 2024

This is one of the areas in which brick can play a significant role, aided by new technologies. In contemporary construction, the integration of solar control measures has become essential to improve the energy efficiency of buildings, especially in hot climates where the need to mitigate the effects of solar radiation is critical.

Sustainability 312

Sustainability Technology Technology Innovation 312

ArchDaily

AUGUST 8, 2023

Technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI) and digital fabrication systems have been perceived as labor-replacing threats varying by context. In contrast, biomaterials derived from fungi or agro-waste provide environmentally friendly construction alternatives, promoting sustainability and circular economies.

Technology 246

Technology Technology Architecture Industrial 246

ArchDaily

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

The evolution of facades reflects advancements in materials, technology, and design flexibility. STACBOND exemplifies this innovation, enabling creative, sustainable design solutions. In earlier times, facades used simple materials like brick, stone, and wood, offering structural support while showcasing regional styles. Read more »

Sustainability 237

Sustainability Design Visualization Technology 237

ArchDaily

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

© _DDF_dos_KIT architects: Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT) architects: Professorship for Digital Design & Fabrication (DDF) Location: Karlsruhe, Germany Project Year: 2024 Photographs: _DDF_dos_KIT Area: 6.5 m2 Read more »

Technology 258

Technology Technology Design Architect 258

Archinect

NOVEMBER 14, 2022

Implementing sustainability practices continues to be a priority among architecture firms, institutions, and organizations around the globe. This is the case for the New Jersey Institute of Technology's Hillier College of Architecture and Design. Its efforts and commitment to being a sustainable campus continue beyond there.

Sustainability 246

Sustainability Architecture Architecture Firm Education 246

Archinect

JUNE 9, 2022

Department of Energy’s Better Buildings Challenge to help construct a digital twin, or virtual replica, of a section of the city to help make its buildings more sustainable and reduce carbon emissions. Cityzenith, a Chicago-based digital twin platform, announced last week that it is partnering with the Los Angeles branch of the U.S.

Cities 340

Cities Technology Technology Management 340

ArchDaily

JANUARY 10, 2024

Image by Nick Fewings Unsplash For a long time, sustainability in the architectural field was synonymous with technology. Efficiency was directly linked to innovative technological devices that adorned buildings with gadgets. Marina Gardens, Singapore.

Concept 342

Concept Building Technique Utilities 342

ArchDaily

MARCH 13, 2024

Pioneering advanced construction and large-scale 3D Printing , ICON was selected as ArchDaily’s Best New Practices of 2021 due to its boundary-breaking technology that is advancing capability in the built environment. The Texas -based startup has just unveiled various toolkits and products to modernize construction processes further.

Innovation 299

Innovation Materials Construction Construction 299

Archinect

MARCH 17, 2023

A new prototype multilayered fluid window system devised by researchers at the University of Toronto may have the potential to be an effective tool in the push toward greater sustainability in the building industry, according to their research published in the national academy of sciences journal PNAS.

Technology 246

Technology Technology Developer Development 246

ArchDaily

JULY 13, 2023

The 2023 installment was centered on the theme of sustainability in its various forms, encompassing subjects related to migration, digital building technologies and material research, future urban developments, and housing, bringing together architects, designers, artists, academics, and photographers from 52 different countries.

Sustainability 246

Sustainability Space Building Urban Development 246

ArchDaily

JULY 25, 2023

The discussion touched on a number of subjects, including BIG’s approach to design, based on their principle of “ Hedonistic Sustainability ,” the meaning and opportunities behind this change in mentality, the inter-applicability of technological innovations across different fields and even across planets, and the need to develop a New European Bauhaus (..)

Sustainability 246

Sustainability Technology Technology Innovation 246

Archinect

FEBRUARY 16, 2023

New York City’s recent ban on fossil fuels is making the green technology built into the merely two-year-old KPF-designed tower obsolete in terms of energy sources, the NYT 's Ben Ryder Howe writes. The building captures every drop of rain that falls on it, and reuses that runoff to heat or cool its 9,000 daily visitors.

Sustainability 276

Sustainability Design Engineering Engineering 276

ArchDaily

DECEMBER 18, 2024

From regenerative materials that integrate biology and engineering to circular economy principles redefining resource use, and hybrid approaches that blend traditional methods with cutting-edge technology, these innovations are reshaping the blueprint for the built environment. Read more

Materials 227

Materials Architecture Engineering Engineering 227

ArchDaily

AUGUST 21, 2024

Imagem © Chao Zhang The 21st century has dramatically transformed school architecture , driven by new educational philosophies, technological progress, and social values emphasizing sustainability and inclusion. North courtyard with the outdoor auditorium below.

Space 352

Space Education Technology Technology 352

Archinect

MAY 23, 2023

Toyo Ito has shared a video update at the conclusion of his firm’s monumental academic building project, titled "Gaia," for the Nanyang Technological University (NTU) in Singapore. Image courtesy Nanyang Technological University, Singapore via Faceboo.

Building 363

Building Technology Technology Students 363

ArchDaily

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Courtesy of Geberit Even the most mundane elements of everyday life have undergone remarkable developments throughout the years, especially when it comes to practicality, efficiency, and sustainability. Read more »

Innovation 306

Innovation Modern Technology Technology 306

ArchDaily

JULY 2, 2024

While the debate rages on, many improvements and alternative approaches have emerged around this material, highlighting that achieving sustainable construction involves using the right material for the right job from the outset. Read more »

Innovation 331

Innovation Sustainability Management Technology 331

ArchDaily

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

Cortesia de Urbem Mass timber is an innovative construction solution that is gaining prominence worldwide due to its sustainability and technological benefits. In addition, its use allows for cleaner, lighter, and faster construction compared to traditional building methods.

Construction 306

Construction Construction Technology Technology 306

Archinect

MAY 11, 2023

Plans call for a “future-foward” stadium design that will become a model for sustainability. “Our design team has created a sustainable, technology-driven experience and integrated the stadium into the context of a future.

Design 363

Design Sustainability Technology Technology 363

ArchDaily

JANUARY 10, 2024

The aesthetic and architectural appeal of engineered wood, coupled with its intrinsic association with sustainability, has been a catalyst for the increase in wood-centric projects around the world. Read more »

Concept 312

Concept Project Architecture Sustainability 312

ArchDaily

APRIL 2, 2024

Image © Artem Holstov / Newcastle University When discussing sustainability in construction, we are used to an approach based on complex technological solutions, expensive sensors, costly materials and, most recently, artificial intelligence.

Materials 334

Materials Building Sustainability Technology 334