smart, eco-conscious architecture and decor inspired by nature's finest materials
Sustainable architecture combines ecological awareness and innovative practices, utilizing natural resources to create livable spaces that minimize environmental impact.
Inclusion and Adaptability in Times of Change | The Walrus
George Brown College's Limberlost Place exemplifies innovation in sustainable design, reflecting the institution's values of resilience, inclusivity, and adaptability in education leadership.
smart, eco-conscious architecture and decor inspired by nature's finest materials
Sustainable architecture combines ecological awareness and innovative practices, utilizing natural resources to create livable spaces that minimize environmental impact.
Inclusion and Adaptability in Times of Change | The Walrus
George Brown College's Limberlost Place exemplifies innovation in sustainable design, reflecting the institution's values of resilience, inclusivity, and adaptability in education leadership.
A new era: Inside 505 State Street, NYC's first fully electric skyscraper in Downtown Brooklyn * Brooklyn Paper
505 State Street is NYC's first electric skyscraper, combining sustainable design with mixed-use development and high demand for affordable housing.
Wood Up Tower / LAN Architecture
Wood Up project emphasizes urban connectivity and collective housing, promoting privacy and community, while minimizing environmental impact.
Bali Architecture Guide: 25 Projects Blending Tradition with Innovation in Indonesia's Most Visited Island
Bali's tourism boom drives urban density, creating a demand for innovative, sustainable accommodation and architectural solutions.
Exclusive Interview: WOHA on the Holcim Foundation Award-Winning BRAC University Campus - A Benchmark in Sustainable Architecture
The Holcim Foundation Awards champions transformative sustainable architecture, showcasing innovative projects like BRAC University that inspire global practices.
Shenzhen Longhua District Qingquan Foreign Language Junior School / Yijing Architectural Design
Designing high-density campuses in Shenzhen is vital for utilizing limited land and enhancing student experiences.
The project emphasizes sustainable architecture through innovative design and integration with green landscapes.
A new era: Inside 505 State Street, NYC's first fully electric skyscraper in Downtown Brooklyn * Brooklyn Paper
505 State Street is NYC's first electric skyscraper, combining sustainable design with mixed-use development and high demand for affordable housing.
Wood Up Tower / LAN Architecture
Wood Up project emphasizes urban connectivity and collective housing, promoting privacy and community, while minimizing environmental impact.
Bali Architecture Guide: 25 Projects Blending Tradition with Innovation in Indonesia's Most Visited Island
Bali's tourism boom drives urban density, creating a demand for innovative, sustainable accommodation and architectural solutions.
Exclusive Interview: WOHA on the Holcim Foundation Award-Winning BRAC University Campus - A Benchmark in Sustainable Architecture
The Holcim Foundation Awards champions transformative sustainable architecture, showcasing innovative projects like BRAC University that inspire global practices.
Shenzhen Longhua District Qingquan Foreign Language Junior School / Yijing Architectural Design
Designing high-density campuses in Shenzhen is vital for utilizing limited land and enhancing student experiences.
antony gibbon envisions 'burl treehouse' concept with shingled spheres floating in the trees
Antony Gibbon's Burl Treehouse concept embodies modular design, focusing on minimal environmental impact and structural integration within forested landscapes.
WILDGREEN BOTANIC Garden / Studio YUDA
The Wildgreen Botanic Garden emphasizes harmony with nature while showcasing native plants through educational spaces and a rustic architectural design.
Tinh An House / STD Design Consultant
The house in Quang Ngai integrates nature into its design, promoting sustainability and family connection.
The Trillium Awakening / NOD Studio
Awakening offers a sustainable hospitality model that harmonizes architecture with natural environments, promoting wellness and reflection.
Villa La Moraleja / Vasco Vieira Arquitectos
The villa design prioritizes harmony with nature, creating a space that feels like an organic extension of the landscape.
Nairobi Waldorf School / Urko Sanchez Architects
The project focuses on creating an innovative school environment that blends education with nature, utilizing sustainable and cost-effective designs.
antony gibbon envisions 'burl treehouse' concept with shingled spheres floating in the trees
Antony Gibbon's Burl Treehouse concept embodies modular design, focusing on minimal environmental impact and structural integration within forested landscapes.
WILDGREEN BOTANIC Garden / Studio YUDA
The Wildgreen Botanic Garden emphasizes harmony with nature while showcasing native plants through educational spaces and a rustic architectural design.
Tinh An House / STD Design Consultant
The house in Quang Ngai integrates nature into its design, promoting sustainability and family connection.
The Trillium Awakening / NOD Studio
Awakening offers a sustainable hospitality model that harmonizes architecture with natural environments, promoting wellness and reflection.
Villa La Moraleja / Vasco Vieira Arquitectos
The villa design prioritizes harmony with nature, creating a space that feels like an organic extension of the landscape.
Nairobi Waldorf School / Urko Sanchez Architects
The project focuses on creating an innovative school environment that blends education with nature, utilizing sustainable and cost-effective designs.
BDO Unibank's new headquarters emphasizes climate responsiveness and sustainability through its innovative design and landscaping approach.
Bus-Metro Line Shelters for 'Boavista-Imperio / Alvaro Siza Vieira
The project emphasizes integrating transportation with urban landscaping and community context, reflecting a commitment to pedestrian access and environmental considerations.
Chengdu Jiaozi Pedestrian Bridge / China Southwest Architectural Design and Research Institute
The Jiaozi Pedestrian Bridge integrates the financial district with natural park spaces through innovative design and functional connection.
Century-old townhouse transformed into striking but characterful eco home
The London Solar Townhouse exemplifies the integration of sustainable design in historic renovations.
BDO Unibank's new headquarters emphasizes climate responsiveness and sustainability through its innovative design and landscaping approach.
Bus-Metro Line Shelters for 'Boavista-Imperio / Alvaro Siza Vieira
The project emphasizes integrating transportation with urban landscaping and community context, reflecting a commitment to pedestrian access and environmental considerations.
Chengdu Jiaozi Pedestrian Bridge / China Southwest Architectural Design and Research Institute
The Jiaozi Pedestrian Bridge integrates the financial district with natural park spaces through innovative design and functional connection.
Zaha Hadid Architects Unveils First Ever All-Timber Football Stadium in Stroud, United Kingdom
Eco Park Stadium is the first all-timber football venue, emphasizing sustainable and innovative design.
Modular Factory Construction: Discover iHouse Estudio's Projects in Uruguay
iHouse estudio emphasizes sustainable architecture that integrates with nature, promoting environmental preservation and enhancing inhabitants' quality of life.
Form Follows the Existing: 15 Homes Designed to Preserve Local Trees
Architecture must harmonize with nature, preserving existing elements such as trees while fostering innovative designs that promote well-being and sustainability.
Zaha Hadid Architects Unveils First Ever All-Timber Football Stadium in Stroud, United Kingdom
Eco Park Stadium is the first all-timber football venue, emphasizing sustainable and innovative design.
Modular Factory Construction: Discover iHouse Estudio's Projects in Uruguay
iHouse estudio emphasizes sustainable architecture that integrates with nature, promoting environmental preservation and enhancing inhabitants' quality of life.
Form Follows the Existing: 15 Homes Designed to Preserve Local Trees
Architecture must harmonize with nature, preserving existing elements such as trees while fostering innovative designs that promote well-being and sustainability.
TOP 10 reader submissions of 2024 - private spaces
2024 showcased innovative and eco-conscious residential projects, highlighting the importance of harmonizing architecture with the environment.
KHO REN house / M+TRO.studio
Kho Ren residential project innovatively meets the needs of a multi-generational family by adapting design to land challenges and focusing on sustainability.
Brown House / BLDUS
The design prioritizes healthy materials for a sustainable and livable urban environment.
Niji House / Patio Livity
The home's design focuses on integrating comfort and environmental efficiency through innovative structural elements and airflow management.
TOP 10 reader submissions of 2024 - private spaces
2024 showcased innovative and eco-conscious residential projects, highlighting the importance of harmonizing architecture with the environment.
KHO REN house / M+TRO.studio
Kho Ren residential project innovatively meets the needs of a multi-generational family by adapting design to land challenges and focusing on sustainability.
Brown House / BLDUS
The design prioritizes healthy materials for a sustainable and livable urban environment.
Niji House / Patio Livity
The home's design focuses on integrating comfort and environmental efficiency through innovative structural elements and airflow management.
fluid ferrocement shell sculpts cavernous spaces for earthscape studio's home in india
Sustainability in architecture involves integrating with nature, using local materials, and innovative construction techniques to minimize environmental impact.
Daillens Sports Facility / LOCALARCHITECTURE
The Daillens Sports Centre's design is a pioneering example of sustainability, utilizing local materials and innovative architectural concepts.
Rhythm of the Wood Restaurant / MAS Architects
The restaurant design emphasizes sustainability and harmony with nature by using local materials and innovative structures.
fluid ferrocement shell sculpts cavernous spaces for earthscape studio's home in india
Sustainability in architecture involves integrating with nature, using local materials, and innovative construction techniques to minimize environmental impact.
Daillens Sports Facility / LOCALARCHITECTURE
The Daillens Sports Centre's design is a pioneering example of sustainability, utilizing local materials and innovative architectural concepts.
Rhythm of the Wood Restaurant / MAS Architects
The restaurant design emphasizes sustainability and harmony with nature by using local materials and innovative structures.
On the New Life of Buildings: Concepts, Reflections, and Adaptive Reuse Projects of 2024
Adaptive reuse encourages revitalizing spaces while enhancing environmental sustainability and community well-being.
Startup Village Julich / Julius Taminiau Architects
Startup Village promotes innovation and collaboration through its flexible design and community-centered approach.
The Ruscher Joinery / Simon Moosbrugger Architekt
The Rüscher carpentry business transformed its operations with a new building that meets modern industrial standards while preserving community aesthetics.
On the New Life of Buildings: Concepts, Reflections, and Adaptive Reuse Projects of 2024
Adaptive reuse encourages revitalizing spaces while enhancing environmental sustainability and community well-being.
Startup Village Julich / Julius Taminiau Architects
Startup Village promotes innovation and collaboration through its flexible design and community-centered approach.
The Ruscher Joinery / Simon Moosbrugger Architekt
The Rüscher carpentry business transformed its operations with a new building that meets modern industrial standards while preserving community aesthetics.
'We demolished a 1970s bungalow to create a modern home with sustainable features' - take a tour of this stunning space
Stephen and Helen Surtees built their ideal home from scratch after realizing existing homes didn't meet their needs.
concrete and glass interplay upon kn global seoul headquarters' facade by zaira
The KN GLOBAL Headquarters embodies the engineering identity of the firm through innovative architectural design and material use that reflects the company's values.
FCstudio's coastal house stacks steel, glass, & stone layers amid sao paulo's rugged terrain
Brisa House exemplifies modern coastal architecture, harmonizing sleek design with natural landscapes while emphasizing verticality and custom craftsmanship.
'We demolished a 1970s bungalow to create a modern home with sustainable features' - take a tour of this stunning space
Stephen and Helen Surtees built their ideal home from scratch after realizing existing homes didn't meet their needs.
concrete and glass interplay upon kn global seoul headquarters' facade by zaira
The KN GLOBAL Headquarters embodies the engineering identity of the firm through innovative architectural design and material use that reflects the company's values.
FCstudio's coastal house stacks steel, glass, & stone layers amid sao paulo's rugged terrain
Brisa House exemplifies modern coastal architecture, harmonizing sleek design with natural landscapes while emphasizing verticality and custom craftsmanship.
This Passivhaus offers a unique perspective on what an eco friendly home can look like
Arbor House demonstrates innovative eco-friendly design characterized by unique materials and features that enhance energy efficiency and aesthetic harmony with the environment.
Phu Quoc House / NH Village Architects
The Phu Quoc house design emphasizes sustainable architecture by harvesting rainwater and creating a strong connection to the environment.
On the waterfront in Helsinki a zen regeneration game
Helsinki's Katajanokan Laituri building exemplifies sustainable architecture and minimalistic design, contributing to its status as the world's most sustainable travel destination.
This Passivhaus offers a unique perspective on what an eco friendly home can look like
Arbor House demonstrates innovative eco-friendly design characterized by unique materials and features that enhance energy efficiency and aesthetic harmony with the environment.
Phu Quoc House / NH Village Architects
The Phu Quoc house design emphasizes sustainable architecture by harvesting rainwater and creating a strong connection to the environment.
On the waterfront in Helsinki a zen regeneration game
Helsinki's Katajanokan Laituri building exemplifies sustainable architecture and minimalistic design, contributing to its status as the world's most sustainable travel destination.
kymaia hotel's sandy, stepping suites emerge from coast of puerto escondido, mexico
Kymaia Hotel combines luxury and sustainability, offering guests an immersive experience in Oaxaca's coastal biodiversity.
This Stunning Lodge Is One of the Most Affordable Luxury Stays in Italy's Dolomites - With Panoramic Views and a Spring-fed Pool
Odles Lodge seamlessly integrates luxury living with nature by utilizing local materials and providing modern amenities in a serene mountain environment.
kymaia hotel's sandy, stepping suites emerge from coast of puerto escondido, mexico
Kymaia Hotel combines luxury and sustainability, offering guests an immersive experience in Oaxaca's coastal biodiversity.
This Stunning Lodge Is One of the Most Affordable Luxury Stays in Italy's Dolomites - With Panoramic Views and a Spring-fed Pool
Odles Lodge seamlessly integrates luxury living with nature by utilizing local materials and providing modern amenities in a serene mountain environment.
The sustainable winery in Mendoza showcases innovative construction by utilizing recycled materials to minimize carbon footprint and enhance aesthetic appeal.
Adega Menin Wine Company / Arnaldo + Joao Pimentel Barbosa
The MWC winery's design maximizes the use of gravity and minimizes visual impact while ensuring efficient wine production and storage.
MAAL Wines / Mora Hughes Arquitectos
The sustainable winery in Mendoza showcases innovative construction by utilizing recycled materials to minimize carbon footprint and enhance aesthetic appeal.
Adega Menin Wine Company / Arnaldo + Joao Pimentel Barbosa
The MWC winery's design maximizes the use of gravity and minimizes visual impact while ensuring efficient wine production and storage.
The Frankfurt Prototype promotes sustainable living through multifunctional spaces and resource-efficient design.
wood and cork towers create water reservoir and wildlife shelter in luxembourg forest
The Arquitecturas Extremas water reservoir integrates infrastructure with biodiversity, serving both as a water source and wildlife refuge in a protected forest.
Resting Chapel / JUNG Architekti
The Resting Chapel promotes contemplation and ecological balance amidst vineyard and solar energy integration, emphasizing innovative land reclamation and community engagement.
The Frankfurt Prototype / Barkow Leibinger
The Frankfurt Prototype promotes sustainable living through multifunctional spaces and resource-efficient design.
wood and cork towers create water reservoir and wildlife shelter in luxembourg forest
The Arquitecturas Extremas water reservoir integrates infrastructure with biodiversity, serving both as a water source and wildlife refuge in a protected forest.
Resting Chapel / JUNG Architekti
The Resting Chapel promotes contemplation and ecological balance amidst vineyard and solar energy integration, emphasizing innovative land reclamation and community engagement.
studio gang takes to boston to design treehouse: harvard's first mass timber building
Harvard's Treehouse is an innovative, low-carbon conference center emphasizing community engagement and sustainable design principles.
Puey Ungpahakorn Centenary Hall / Arsomsilp Community and Environmental Architect
The project honors Dr. Puey Ungphakorn's legacy by promoting environmental awareness and community engagement through sustainable architecture.
POHULA(va) / 1+ X
PÕHULA(va) is a sustainable straw installation designed for community interaction, serving as a stage and pavilion while promoting environmental awareness.
studio gang takes to boston to design treehouse: harvard's first mass timber building
Harvard's Treehouse is an innovative, low-carbon conference center emphasizing community engagement and sustainable design principles.
Puey Ungpahakorn Centenary Hall / Arsomsilp Community and Environmental Architect
The project honors Dr. Puey Ungphakorn's legacy by promoting environmental awareness and community engagement through sustainable architecture.
POHULA(va) / 1+ X
PÕHULA(va) is a sustainable straw installation designed for community interaction, serving as a stage and pavilion while promoting environmental awareness.
Building a sustainable home could get more expensive under Trump
Proposed tariffs could significantly impact the growth and adoption of sustainable building practices, particularly mass timber construction and energy-efficient designs.
MADE's timber kindergarten in latvia is the baltic states' first public passive house building
The Salaspils Timber Kindergarten sets a precedent as the first public Passive House building in the Baltic States, integrating sustainability with adaptability.
Building a sustainable home could get more expensive under Trump
Proposed tariffs could significantly impact the growth and adoption of sustainable building practices, particularly mass timber construction and energy-efficient designs.
MADE's timber kindergarten in latvia is the baltic states' first public passive house building
The Salaspils Timber Kindergarten sets a precedent as the first public Passive House building in the Baltic States, integrating sustainability with adaptability.
The Two Face House exemplifies sustainable architecture with façades tailored to local climate and landscape, using reclaimed materials for energy efficiency.
clover studio mimics bedouin tents, scattering hegra viewpoints across alUla desert
Clover Studio's Hegra Viewpoints integrates modern design with cultural sensitivity to enhance AlUla's landscape while prioritizing environmental preservation.
Kona Village / Walker Warner
Kona Village restores its historical essence with modern sustainability, celebrating Hawaiian heritage while minimizing environmental impact.
"Eya" House / TARA Arquitectura
Eya house bridges modern architecture with traditional Yucatán elements to create a sensory, nature-integrated living space.
clover studio mimics bedouin tents, scattering hegra viewpoints across alUla desert
Clover Studio's Hegra Viewpoints integrates modern design with cultural sensitivity to enhance AlUla's landscape while prioritizing environmental preservation.
Kona Village / Walker Warner
Kona Village restores its historical essence with modern sustainability, celebrating Hawaiian heritage while minimizing environmental impact.
"Eya" House / TARA Arquitectura
Eya house bridges modern architecture with traditional Yucatán elements to create a sensory, nature-integrated living space.
The Jean Macé School Group Extension emphasizes sustainable architecture through traditional materials and design, focusing on integration with its environment.
Bold architectural designs can create tranquil retreats in urban environments.
Sustainable living solutions are increasingly vital, incorporating natural materials and advanced technology.
Adaptive architecture can cater to the needs of diverse living situations.
Eco-sensitive designs significantly enhance and respect their natural surroundings.
DeDe House / OYO architects
DeDe House exemplifies adaptive design by combining contemporary architecture with sustainable practices while honoring the historical context of its location.
Top 10 Architecture Posts of 2024
Bold architectural designs can create tranquil retreats in urban environments.
Sustainable living solutions are increasingly vital, incorporating natural materials and advanced technology.
Adaptive architecture can cater to the needs of diverse living situations.
Eco-sensitive designs significantly enhance and respect their natural surroundings.
DeDe House / OYO architects
DeDe House exemplifies adaptive design by combining contemporary architecture with sustainable practices while honoring the historical context of its location.
The new Sports Hall blends modern architecture with sustainability, creating a community space that reflects the local heritage while meeting sports needs.
residence by OKDO doubles as green focal point in previously deforested japanese site
OKDO's Woodland House reimagines a deforested area into a sustainable community space through open design and ecological enhancement.
rippling rooftop shades rural school in oaxaca, designed by territorio estudio
The innovative school in Oaxaca integrates sustainable design with nature, emphasizing community, environmental impact, and a connection between indoor and outdoor learning.
Boston University Center for Computing & Data Sciences / KPMB Architects
The Boston University Center for Computing & Data Sciences enhances community and sustainability through innovative architectural design.
residence by OKDO doubles as green focal point in previously deforested japanese site
OKDO's Woodland House reimagines a deforested area into a sustainable community space through open design and ecological enhancement.
rippling rooftop shades rural school in oaxaca, designed by territorio estudio
The innovative school in Oaxaca integrates sustainable design with nature, emphasizing community, environmental impact, and a connection between indoor and outdoor learning.
Boston University Center for Computing & Data Sciences / KPMB Architects
The Boston University Center for Computing & Data Sciences enhances community and sustainability through innovative architectural design.
The Sanctuary Experience Centre demonstrates sustainable and adaptive architectural practices while minimizing material waste.
House on Hill / Green Studio
The House on Hill is designed for temporary use, highlighting sustainability and minimal environmental impact while adapting to the surrounding landscape.
Sanctuary Experience Center / Abin Design Studio
The Sanctuary Experience Centre demonstrates sustainable and adaptive architectural practices while minimizing material waste.
House on Hill / Green Studio
The House on Hill is designed for temporary use, highlighting sustainability and minimal environmental impact while adapting to the surrounding landscape.
Flat and Curved Facades in Harmony with Design, Performance, and Sustainability
Facade design integrates protection, performance, and aesthetics, evolving through material advancements for sustainable and innovative architectural solutions.
Trends in Hotel Common Spaces: From Lounges and Co-Working Rooms to Terraces and Swimming Pools
Sustainable technologies and biophilic design are revolutionizing contemporary hotel architecture, prioritizing environmental care and user comfort.
House for a Family in Strasbourg / nara.
The renovation preserves historical features while modernizing functionality, blending old-world charm with contemporary design.
studio heech's partition puts contemporary twist on traditional korean wattle & daub method
Modern interiors can benefit from reinterpreting traditional building techniques.
Natural materials are essential for sustainability in contemporary design.
Flexible spaces enhance user experience while connecting with nature.
A Beaux Arts Apartment in NYC Is Transformed Into a History-Referencing Pied-a-Terre
The renovation focused on wellness and restoring historical architectural details, emphasizing a blend of modernity and respect for the building's history.
Trends in Hotel Common Spaces: From Lounges and Co-Working Rooms to Terraces and Swimming Pools
Sustainable technologies and biophilic design are revolutionizing contemporary hotel architecture, prioritizing environmental care and user comfort.
House for a Family in Strasbourg / nara.
The renovation preserves historical features while modernizing functionality, blending old-world charm with contemporary design.
studio heech's partition puts contemporary twist on traditional korean wattle & daub method
Modern interiors can benefit from reinterpreting traditional building techniques.
Natural materials are essential for sustainability in contemporary design.
Flexible spaces enhance user experience while connecting with nature.
A Beaux Arts Apartment in NYC Is Transformed Into a History-Referencing Pied-a-Terre
The renovation focused on wellness and restoring historical architectural details, emphasizing a blend of modernity and respect for the building's history.
Developer gives first look at planned skyscraper near Grand Central Terminal - but lacks key piece to make it a reality
BXP's skyscraper development at 343 Madison Avenue requires an anchor tenant before proceeding, underscoring market demands in the area.
New York City's first all-electric skyscraper filling up with tenants in Downtown Brooklyn
New York City's first all-electric skyscraper is fully solar-powered and symbolizes a shift towards sustainable construction.
Architect Bjarke Ingels: I'll have a construction site on the moon by 2032
Bjarke Ingels' group aims to construct lunar buildings using innovative 3D printing technology, bridging extraterrestrial exploration with sustainable architectural practices on Earth.
The Cool Garden blends traditional Chengdu elements with modern design, providing a tranquil social space for visitors.
circular voids embrace mexico's ancestral trees in eco-conscious residence by MCxA group
MCxA Group's Santa María del Oro residence prioritizes sustainability and community integration through innovative design and environmental consciousness.
Japan just sent the world's first wooden satellite to space
The world's first wooden satellite, LignoSat, aims to explore wood's durability in space for future sustainable architecture on the moon and Mars.
Living in the Box: All You Need to Know About Container Home Construction - Yanko Design
Shipping container homes are an affordable and sustainable housing option that appeals to a variety of buyers.
Sinfonia Verde Home / Studio Saxe
The architects designed a unique home in the Osa Peninsula that harmonizes with its jungle surroundings, emphasizing sustainability and immersion in nature.
three-layered brick shell enhances airflow within nam house by cta in vietnam
Nam House uses bioclimatic design strategies to combat urban heat, enhancing comfort and reducing stress in a dense city environment.
Pocket Passiv Is a Tiny 366-Square-Foot Home in Australia
Pocket Passiv is a sustainable tiny house project that maximizes space and energy efficiency in urban areas, exemplifying innovative architectural design.
VB56 House / VANBOOM
VANBOOM's VB56 is an energy-positive prefab house that sets a new standard for sustainable, custom-built homes.