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- 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…
- Circular Building: pre-fab construction with circular materialsThe building industry is responsible for a large part of the CO2 pumped into the air daily. Using the principles for a circular economy,…
- Future Building Materials in ChinaMateria is continuing its collaboration with Architect@Work with an exhibition at the Beijing show. The exhibition includes innovative materials, lectures and on site presence.…
- No ordinary building blockA new composite building block system works by 3D printing X-shaped blocks which are then snapped together to form super strong constructions. Could the…
- 3D Printed Airport Building Demonstrates Fast And Low-Carbon ConstructionMilan Bergamo Airport has introduced Ol Casél, Italy’s first 3D printed building for airport services. The project sits within the airport’s Logistics Park and…
- Itaca: A 3D-Printed Building Model for Circular and Self-Sufficient ArchitectureItalian technology company WASP has completed the structural printing of Itaca, the first certified self-sufficient building created through 3D printing. The project is located…
- Carbon-Negative Building Material Offers Alternative to ConcreteResearchers at Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) have developed a carbon-negative building material that could change how we construct buildings. The innovation, published in the…
- Turning Waste into Sustainable Biomaterials: A Breakthrough for Architecture and Product DesignA Dutch research consortium led by TU Delft has launched an ambitious project to transform low-grade organic waste into durable, high-performance biomaterials. With a…
- Bodegas Dominio d’Echauz: A Winery Shaping the Future of Sustainable DesignBodegas Dominio d’Echauz is a winery located in the region of Castile, Spain, designed by Fran Silvestre Arquitectos. The project combines architectural design with…
- Low-carbon Housing Materials for Sustainable Urban LivingIn Paris’ 19th arrondissement, architectural firm MAO Architectes has created a forward-thinking residential building that blends low-carbon housing materials with traditional craftsmanship. This 15-unit…
