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Sustainable Productions: More than just enterprises responsibility
There are increasingly strict regulations from export markets and brands on greening production and supply chains, as well as sustainable development criteria. This forces Vietnamese textile and garment enterprises to improve their greening process more strongly. Going green is not only the responsibility of each business; the entire industry needs to participate to create a green business community and build a sustainable supply chain image in the eyes of consumers and international buyers.
Exploring Brisa Apartments: Perfect Views, Design, and Comfort in the Heart of Leblon
The Brisa building is located in Leblon, one of the most beloved neighborhoods for Cariocas, at the corner of Igarapava Street and Visconde de Albuquerque Avenue. Situated on a tree-lined street, it serves as an important hub connecting two bustling commercial areas, with convenient amenities within easy reach for residents, including access to the refreshing beach area.
Revamping the School Campus: Enhancing Learning and Rehabilitation Experiences for Children with Disabilities
Damin High School in Ningbo, established in 1987, is a full-time institution dedicated to students with special educational needs and disabilities. The majority of students have moderate to severe disabilities, with autistic students making up a quarter of the total. The project's goal is to renovate the entire campus to bring new energy, enhancing the spiritual and educational values for these children through unique architectural and landscape strategies.
Revitalizing Green Values in an Abandoned Space in New York - Pier 15
Since 2004, SHoP Architects has undertaken a series of projects to restore and bring new life to the long-forgotten waterfront area of Lower Manhattan. Extending from the Financial District to the historic South Street Seaport and neighborhoods in the Lower East Side, the projects include new parks, piers, recreational spaces, bike paths, and commercial areas.
What Makes This Building the Most Sustainable Project in Germany, a World Leader in Engineering?
The seven-story EDGE Suedkreuz Berlin office complex was sustainably constructed using modular wood-hybrid building methods. Covering an area of around 20,000 square meters, it has become the largest wood-hybrid building in Germany. The German Sustainable Building Council (DGNB) certified the project as Germany’s most sustainable building in 2022.
"Casa Abacateiro" A spacious and welcoming environment
"Casa Abacateiro" was born from the desire of a couple to create a spacious and welcoming environment for family life, where the boundaries between interior and exterior, home and garden, blend naturally, creating a sense of connection and openness. Throughout the entire house, a series of rooftops with varying heights cover garden patios. This is part of a bioclimatic strategy, allowing control of natural light and ventilation, which contributes to passive climate regulation.
From Tree Form to Structural Design: The Impressive Architecture of ATREYdesign Studio
ATREY DESIGN STUDIO is a hub of inspiration, design, and creative innovation. The vision of this project is to create an office that radiates unique design ideas every day. The main inspiration for the project is the form of a tree, which is the most striking feature of the building, resembling a sturdy tree trunk with branching limbs, as if sprouting new growth. The complex form of the tree has been translated into the studio’s structure, focusing on the relationship between shape and structural strength—ultimately making the building appear as a living, organic entity.
Modular Design Method Brings Green Value to London: Bench and Green Planter Project in a Bustling Urban Area
Butler Wiltshire has just completed a series of benches and plant containers for the City of London, made from recycled clay and wood. These modular sculptures and interlocking pieces are designed to reflect the city's unique architectural heritage and provide much-needed seating and green space in a district filled with skyscrapers.
Revival of an Abandoned Garage in Downtown Oviedo into a Co-Working Office
In today’s digital environment, the dynamics of workspaces are evolving at an unprecedented pace. A blend of digital accessibility, collaborative strategies, and a holistic approach has reshaped traditional concepts of the workplace. The design value of this co-working office lies in its integration, fostering multi-generational collaboration to enrich the work experience.
Southwest Library Designed as a “Campground on the Park,” Inviting the Community to Discover and Promote Sustainable Urban Experiences
The Southwest Library in Washington, D.C., is considered a new city landmark and is the first public building in Washington constructed using dowel-laminated timber (DLT). The library combines DLT to achieve a modern architectural aesthetic that complements the strong geometry of the neighborhood. Collaborating with the engineering firm StructureCraft, architects from Perkins&Will optimized the aesthetics, sustainability, and efficiency of DLT in design, detailing, and construction. While folded arches are not new, creating them from DLT is innovative, requiring close collaboration between designers and engineers to bring this vision to life.
Admiring a Building with Unique Aesthetic and High Energy Efficiency in California
Located in a residential neighborhood near downtown Danville, this newly constructed home was designed based on the family’s old home, where they had lived for many years. After dismantling and recycling the old structure, a new, unique contemporary architectural home took shape. It features an underground garage and a main level built into the hillside, complemented by pool areas, terraces, and carefully preserved gardens both in the front and back yards.
Seeking a Living Experience in Harmony with Nature through Minimalist Values: The Design Solution for AN 867 in Mexico
AN 867 is a high-rise development project located in a residential area in western Mexico City. The project was conceived with the desire to create a flexible space that uses sustainable materials such as concrete and natural pine wood. The building is situated on a 268 m² plot, featuring four floors of apartments and two underground parking levels. With an entrance lobby slightly below street level that connects with the parking levels, this area offers a private space with lush greenery for building occupants.
Transformation of Fellenoord 15: A Fortress Representing Sustainability and Adaptability
Redeveloping existing buildings is increasingly favored over demolition to reduce the environmental impact of the construction industry. In the case of Fellenoord 15, the current building was difficult to access and no longer met the needs of a changing and expanding workforce.
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