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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.
Light and Shadow: The Art of Architecture in a Small Urban House
Architecture is not only about blurring the boundaries between inside and outside but also about creating an interactive relationship between humans, nature, and the built environment. In a cramped urban setting with neighboring houses on three sides, the designers have developed a design language that optimizes the use of natural light, ventilation, and convenient green spaces within the home.
A Symbol of Life Values in a Sustainable World, A New Housing Prototype in Southeast Asia
Bernaung is an architectural project that embraces the concept of sustainable comfort in tropical regions. The design re-arranges daily living activities under a large roof, optimizing energy efficiency.
Nature's Playground: Exploring the Power of Recovery and Play at Battery Playscape
Battery Playscape is a flexible and captivating playground located in southern Manhattan. Designed to connect children with nature and raise awareness about climate change, this project integrates sustainable design principles into a playful environment.
Combining Modern Educational Science with Biophilia: A Foundation for Comprehensive Development for Students
Oiseau Lyre, a biophilic-style school located in the Nordic climate, was designed by r2k architecte in Noisy-le-Grand, France. Aiming to create an innovative educational model, this school explores an educational system from Finland, offering a diverse communal space.
Foster + Partners Reveals New Airport Design for Phnom Penh, Enhancing Global Connectivity and Tropical Nature Symbolism
Foster + Partners studio has unveiled a new design for Techo International Airport in Phnom Penh, Cambodia, which is being constructed 20 kilometers south of the city center. Drawing from the local context and tropical climate, the design by Foster + Partners will feature a new airport along with a terminal whose net-like roof is designed to resemble the canopy of trees in an artificial tropical forest.
When the Office is Located in a Park – A Dream Workspace in Australia
The office functions gathered in Victoria Park offer the best working environment for employees and a welcoming experience for visitors. The building, featuring high-end amenities and low energy consumption, exemplifies sustainability excellence by integrating the structure with the surrounding landscape. Trees and greenery are used to provide shade and cool the building.
Green Milestone in the Heart of Paris: A Landmark for Paris's Vision
The Aquatic Sports Center and pedestrian bridge in Saint-Denis, Paris, designed by VenhoevenCS and Ateliers 2/3/4/ for Heritage, is the only permanent structure built for the 2024 Olympics. The Aquatic Sports Center stands out as a curved wooden sculpture overlooking the Grand Paris landscape, blending technical innovations with the highest environmental certifications. With its smart configuration, limited material and energy use under an ultra-thin suspended roof, and the largest solar farm in any French urban area, the arena will host 5,000 spectators for Olympic competitions such as water polo, diving, and artistic swimming.
Concept WRRF Yixing: Breakthrough in Wastewater Treatment Process Towards the Future
The Concept WRRF Yixing project is a forward-thinking wastewater treatment facility, aiming to transform traditional wastewater treatment plants into sustainable recycling plants.
From the Bodhi Leaf to a World-Class Technology Park: Exploring the Hangzhou Alibaba DAMO Industrial Park
Designed by Ken Wai, Global Design Director of Aedas, in collaboration with Executive Directors Wei Li and Feili Shen, the Alibaba DAMO Nanhu Industrial Park in Hangzhou has been completed.
How Can Cities Cool Down Large Urban Car Parks? 4 Tactics To Consider
In today's context, the urban heat island effect is becoming increasingly severe as road surfaces and buildings absorb heat from the sun and reflect it back, leading to a rise in temperatures and contributing to global warming.
University in India Designed by Foster+Partners with Outstanding Green Standards
The Research Center of DY Patil University has opened in Navi Mumbai. The ten-story building is designed to support the university's teaching methods and philosophy, providing high-quality learning and living spaces for 3,000 students. The project also includes a two-hectare rooftop garden with native plants, pond animals, and relaxation areas. The new building – the first educational project undertaken in India – is the result of close collaboration between Foster + Partners and the University's President, Dr. Vijay Patil. The project has achieved a LEED Platinum rating, the highest level of recognition.
Blurring the Line Between Public Spaces and Nature: The Commercial Podium Located in Shanghai
Karupannya Rangpur Limited's Greenfield factory in Rangpur, Bangladesh, is a unique workplace that fosters a sense of belonging like a home for its employees. The factory, designed to integrate surrounding climate values and create a strong connection to the earth, stands out in an industrial space where leisure is often overlooked.
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