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.
The project is located in an area surrounded by mountains and water, home to the Bouyei people (an ethnic minority in China). The coexistence of humans and nature seems to create a harmonious community.
Beijing MM Farm: In contrast to the modern urban center, the mountainous areas surrounding downtown Beijing retain the rustic and natural charm gifted by nature over decades. Situated in a mountain village in Beijing, this elementary school had been abandoned for many years, consisting of four brick and wooden structures arranged repetitively and surrounded by high boundary walls. With the desire to transform the building into a high-end resort hotel without making significant changes to the original structure, this presented both a challenge and an opportunity for designers to utilize the surrounding resources during the design process.
Aranya Hidden Place Hotel, a refined retreat located on the Golden Coast in Qinhuangdao, is a five-story architectural marvel meticulously designed by PLAT ASIA atelier d. Nestled within the Aranya community, this architectural wonder offers a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of urban life.
BE house - a stunning architectural marvel designed for an entrepreneurial family of four in Argentona, a quaint city located just a 30-minute drive from Barcelona. This remarkable dwelling sits on a 370sqm plot, boasting an optimal orientation and nestled amidst a charming neighborhood of small houses.
Clan Hotel - Ruang Nyaman: With a vision to create a space where entrepreneurs can live and work while sharing ideas and forming business communities, the project utilizes existing infrastructure with materials like bamboo and coffee branches, giving the building a distinct identity.
Bamboo Cloud - lLab, originating from a creative idea aimed at creating a natural space that stimulates community gathering and interaction, began with construction in Yangshuo, Guilin.
Concrete Yin Yang House - HYLA Architects: The house design faced numerous challenges on a difficult site. The front of the house faces a busy, high-density street, while the sides and rear are tightly built up. Fortunately, the southern boundary of the house opens onto a wide field and an adjacent road, providing unobstructed views.
IKEA Store (Querkraft) - No Cars in the City. This building makes a significant contribution to the future of a livable and eco-friendly city, as well as the future of retail. It’s an IKEA designed for urban areas with excellent connections to public transportation and a rooftop offering various attractive services.
The Hainan Energy Trading Building Project is proudly located in the new administrative district of Jiangdong, a newly emerging area known for its industries, finance, and residential developments on the outskirts of Haikou, the capital of Hainan Province, China.
Split Garden was created to address the rising value of land, exploring how multi-layered design can evolve, creating distinct areas within a site with multiple tenants, while also integrating nature into the built environment on a relatively small area.
A New Beauty Salon in Kakamigahara City, Gifu Prefecture: This salon is situated between a stream and a forest. The salon is located next to the Nagara River, one of Japan's three famous rivers, flowing to the north, and the Kiso River, which is recognized as one of Japan's 100 most famous rivers, flowing to the south. This area is surrounded by water sources and greenery, with landmarks such as the "Forest of Learning," the "Natural Heritage Forest (Forest Natural Park)," and the "Kakamigahara Alps Japan Line Unuma Forest."
Alive Residence - Sa Ta Na Architects: Creating Balance between Urban Life and Nature: The design concept of the house revolves around the use of natural light and cool breezes. The empty space surrounding the house is transformed into a garden, with plants even being grown on the balcony to create an ideal living environment. This is the heart of the design.