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- Weaving Welsh Wool Into Biobased Building SystemsBiobased building materials continue to attract attention as the construction sector looks beyond carbon reduction alone towards circularity, healthy indoor environments and renewable resources.…
- Solar-Absorbing Façades: Turning Buildings into Energy SourcesA new solar façade technology developed by AkzoNobel, Emergo, and TNO is transforming the way buildings generate and store energy. Known as Calosol, the…
- Vertical Extensions Offer Sustainable Urban Housing SolutionA recent study by ETH Zurich highlights how vertical extensions—adding extra storeys to existing buildings—are emerging as a key tool for sustainable urban redevelopment…
- Japanese Concrete Buildings Absorb 14% of Cement Production’s Carbon EmissionsA recent study from Japan highlights an important environmental feature of concrete buildings: their ability to absorb and store carbon dioxide (CO₂) emissions. Researchers…
- Aesop’s New Barcelona Store: A Showcase of Local Identity and Sustainable DesignIn a bid to celebrate local heritage while addressing sustainability, Barcelona-based architecture firm Mesura designed the new Aesop store on Avinguda Diagonal, using salvaged…
- Adaptable wooden buildings of the futureThe Urban Adaptation competition, hosted by Finnish wood manufacturer MetsäWood, Aalto University and the Finnish Ministry of the Environment, challenged architects and students from…
- MaterialDistrict Utrecht 2026 Brings Material Innovation to the Building IndustryMaterialDistrict Utrecht once again took place in the characterful Werkspoorkathedraal. For three days (from 4 to 6 March), the venue transformed into a dynamic meeting place for professionals from the architecture and interior design sectors.
- Timber, Light and Well-being: A Sustainable Office Transformation in MontrealJodoin Lamarre Pratte Architectes has transformed its Montreal offices into a model of sustainable, human-centred workplace design. The renovation took place in three phases,…
- Vascular Concrete Inspired by Elephant Ears Could Revolutionise Energy-Efficient Building DesignResearchers at Drexel University have developed a novel building material that mimics the thermoregulating function of elephant and jackrabbit ears. By embedding a vascular…
- Early Detection of Wood Coating Deterioration Boosts Sustainability of Wooden StructuresWood has been a trusted material for construction for millennia, from the revered Japanese cypress to the sturdy ponderosa pine. Today, amid the growing…
- Compressed Earth Blocks: A Sustainable Alternative to Traditional BricksIn the quest for sustainable and affordable building materials, Compressed Earth Blocks (CEBs) present a compelling alternative to traditional bricks and concrete blocks. Made…
- 3D Printed Concrete Blocks Capture Carbon: A Sustainable Innovation for ConstructionScientists at Nanyang Technological University, Singapore (NTU Singapore), have developed a groundbreaking 3D concrete printing method that actively captures and stores carbon dioxide (CO₂).…
- Glow-in-the-Dark Wood Offers Sustainable Lighting SolutionsImagine a wooden deck, fence, or even an interior feature that lights up automatically at dusk, without relying on traditional energy sources. Thanks to…
- Carbon-Negative Binder Could Revolutionise Sustainable ConstructionResearchers from Aalto University and VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland have successfully developed a bio-based binder material that offers a carbon-negative alternative to…
- A Sustainable Transformation: A Family Home that Maximizes Space and Embraces Circular DesignThe renovation of this family home in Ganshoren was not just about creating more space—it was about integrating sustainable materials and circular design principles…
- Tomorrow’s Timber shows the way towards the next building revolutionTimber has evolved from a traditional building material to ‘mass timber’, an engineered high- performance product from which complete construction systems and even high-rise…
- Republica: A Circular Urban Village For Sustainable Collective LivingRepublica is a mixed-use development by Marc Koehler Architects in Buiksloterham, Amsterdam North. The project is located in a former industrial area that is…
- Pujiang Platform: A Timber Pavilion That Merges Architecture, Landscape and SustainabilityDesigned by MVRDV, the Pujiang Platform is a timber pavilion and public viewpoint in the hills east of Pujiang, near Chengdu in central China.…
- Cardboard and Earth Reshape Sustainable ConstructionResearchers at RMIT University in Australia have developed a new building material that could cut the carbon footprint of construction while tackling waste. The…
- Reclaimed Chopsticks Used in Sustainable Restaurant InteriorIn the San Marco neighbourhood of Jacksonville, Florida, USA, a new restaurant has opened its doors in a restored Art Deco theatre. Electric Dough…
- Sustainable and Circular Facade Panels Made from Wastewater ResiduesA project in the Netherlands is exploring the use of circular materials in architecture. In collaboration with NPSP Delft, the Dutch water authority Hoogheemraadschap…
- Adaptive Reuse in Burgundy: A Sustainable Approach to Rural ArchitectureA historic farm in Burgundy, France, has undergone a significant transformation under the direction of Le Dévéhat Vuarnesson Architectes (LVA). The project, initiated by…
- FoamPrint3D: Pioneering Biobased 3D Printed Foam for Sustainable DesignFoam materials are a staple in countless industries, from furniture and interior design to footwear and packaging. However, traditional foams often rely on petroleum-based…
- First permanent building made of hardwood CLT opens in UKThis summer, Maggie’s Oldham, a cancer support centre, became the first permanent building made from hardwood CLT (cross-laminated timber), designed by architectural firm dRMM…
