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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.
Combining Concrete, Curves, and Imagination: A Paradise Oasis in the Heart of the City
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.
New IKEA Building in Vienna with a Simple yet Effective Design Strategy
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.
Indoor Park in a High-Rise Building: Step into the Green World of the Hainan Energy Trading Building Project
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.
How to Combine Investment Value with Community Benefits? Aruma Split Garden and Sustainable Design Solutions for Tropical Environments
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.
The Intersection of Wood and Water: A Unique Beauty Salon in Japan
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."
How to Harmonize Urban Living with Nature in Home Design? An Example from a House in Thailand
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.
Coconut Club & Park - Low-Tech Solutions for Sustainable Architecture, Entertainment Zones, and Public Spaces in Phnom Penh
The Coconut Club Entertainment Zone, located in Phnom Penh, is designed for children, teenagers, and families. It features restaurant spaces, bars, clubs, and outdoor play areas intertwined with a river and tropical plants.
HERmit Space-Beijing MAHA Art Gallery - RSAABüro Ziyu Zhuang
MAHA HERmit Space is an exhibition space located in a high-end residential park in the heart of Beijing. It is a unique project comprising three distinct areas: the "Island Area," the "Cave Area," and the "Slope Area."
International Institute for Geo-Information Science and Earth Observation (ITC) - A Sustainable Home for Students and Researchers in the Netherlands
The International Institute for Geo-Information Science and Earth Observation (ITC) is one of the prominent faculties at the University of Twente, Netherlands. Students pursuing Master's and PhD programs, along with researchers from around the world, converge in Enschede to explore sustainable solutions for the future.
Alarine Earth Home - The Fusion of Professional and Personal Life, Humanity and Nature by an Architect and a Construction Engineer
Jamshedji, founder and principal architect at Zarine Jamshedji Architects, along with Beuke, has extensive experience in the construction industry. The architect shares: "We sought a location that reflects our desire for living values." From this, a design vision emerged almost immediately. The aspiration to create a home that 'blends' seamlessly into the land and landscape, without disrupting or obstructing the views from the adjacent rice paddies, became the foundation for this project.
A Nature-Centric Lifestyle: Kaggalipura and the Story of Multi-Functional Caves
Kaggalipura is a small town located 40 kilometers south of Bangalore. A 3-acre plot of land has been transformed into an orchard with fruit trees such as mangoes, sapotas, bananas, coconuts, avocados, and jackfruits. The concept began with multi-functional caves, embedded deep into the earth, designed around the existing trees and evolving over many years to become part of the natural landscape.
Green Energy Factory and Office with Educational and Environmental Regeneration Strategies in Thailand
Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) is an alternative energy source in many countries and is an effective solution for addressing the global energy crisis. Beyond processing and supplying this energy source, the facility aims to provide educational activities and enhance visitors' awareness of its importance.
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