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#mass-timber
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago
Toronto startup

It shapes the whole experience': what happens when you build a city from wood?

The high school extension in Sickla utilizes sustainable timber materials, significantly reducing construction noise and climate impact.
fromInverse
6 months ago
Miscellaneous

Is This Sustainable, Entirely Wood Skyscraper the Future of Cities?

Mass timber construction is emerging as a sustainable alternative to traditional materials, reducing carbon emissions and promoting an aesthetic appeal.
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago
Toronto startup

It shapes the whole experience': what happens when you build a city from wood?

The high school extension in Sickla utilizes sustainable timber materials, significantly reducing construction noise and climate impact.
fromInverse
6 months ago
Miscellaneous

Is This Sustainable, Entirely Wood Skyscraper the Future of Cities?

Mass timber construction is emerging as a sustainable alternative to traditional materials, reducing carbon emissions and promoting an aesthetic appeal.
more#mass-timber
Environment
fromEarth911
3 weeks ago

Embodied Carbon: What Is It and Why Is It Important?

Embodied carbon significantly impacts a building's environmental footprint, often underestimated compared to operational carbon.
#3d-printing
fromEarth911
1 month ago
Environment

Earth911 Podcast: Accelerating Adoption of Low-Carbon Concrete with Eco Material Technologies' Grant Quasha

Construction companies are rethinking material sourcing due to shifting trade dynamics and the need for sustainable solutions.
fromEarth911
1 month ago
Environment

Earth911 Podcast: Accelerating Adoption of Low-Carbon Concrete with Eco Material Technologies' Grant Quasha

Construction companies are rethinking material sourcing due to shifting trade dynamics and the need for sustainable solutions.
more#3d-printing
Renovation
fromHomebuilding & Renovating
2 months ago

Breakthrough 'plastic' mortar could slash heat loss in buildings by 55%

A new mortar mix made from recycled plastics and aerogels reduces heat loss significantly, aiding energy efficiency and combating plastic waste.
#circular-economy
Business
fromwww.housingwire.com
3 months ago

Future-proofing real estate: Why developers are turning to modular for sustainability and resilience

Modular construction enables sustainable practices in housing development without the traditional cost increase, enhancing resiliency against economic and environmental challenges.
Business
fromwww.housingwire.com
3 months ago

Future-proofing real estate: Why developers are turning to modular for sustainability and resilience

Modular construction enables sustainable practices in housing development without the traditional cost increase, enhancing resiliency against economic and environmental challenges.
more#circular-economy
fromwww.barkinganddagenhampost.co.uk
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

New tower block on site of former union base reaches build milestone

The Transport House development in Dagenham signifies a major step towards providing sustainable housing for families, set to open in the new year.
East Bay (California)
fromwww.mercurynews.com
5 months ago

Williams: Concrete, the world's second-most used material, needs a makeover

Concrete is essential for infrastructure but significantly contributes to carbon emissions, with 8% of global emissions stemming from cement production.
#architectural-design
fromArchDaily
8 months ago
Design

Woven Passage to Cloudy Peaks & Sky Ring / line+ studio

Xiayanbei Village's enhancement project focuses on creating a unique identity through sustainable design that integrates culture and ecology.
fromArchDaily
8 months ago
Design

Woven Passage to Cloudy Peaks & Sky Ring / line+ studio

Xiayanbei Village's enhancement project focuses on creating a unique identity through sustainable design that integrates culture and ecology.
more#architectural-design
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