This Residential Building Is Made Entirely of Wood
Designed by architectural firm Mei architects and planners, SAWA is a wooden residential building that is regarded as being the "healthiest building in the Netherlands."
Old Barn Transformed Into an Artist’s Studio by Studio Bua
Rather than demolishing what was once an old concrete barn and constructing a brand new building on top of the site, architectural practice Studio Bua led by Mark Smyth has instead transformed the derelict structure into a modern and livable studio for an artist.
Carlo Ratti Associati Designs Office Tower With Vertical Hydroponic Farm
Italy-based architecture firm Carlo Ratti Associati has unveiled the innovative and eco-minded design of an office tower in Shenzhen, China that features a vertical hydroponic farm extending the entire height of the building.
This Structure Absorbs Ultraviolet Rays and Emits Light at Night
The Photosynthesis Protective Shell is a UV-resistant shielding space that is capable of absorbing ultraviolet rays from the sun and emitting the captured energy as light during darker hours.
N-ARK’s Floating Greenhouse Aims to Address Rising Sea Levels and Flood Salinity
With the aim to reinvent architecture by the ocean, N-ARK hopes to develop a floating greenhouse and achieve circular farming.
Mango Unveils New Sustainable and Energy Efficient Store Concept
Taking inspiration from Mediterranean culture and style, as well as changing consumer patterns, Mango’s new stores will have sustainability and energy efficiency at the fore.
UK Property Investment Firm Unveils Plans for Zero Carbon Hotel
UK-based property investment firm Helmsley Group has announced plans to build a carbon zero hotel in York, England.
World’s Tallest Residential Building in NYC Soon to Complete Construction
Although construction was temporarily suspended in March, Extell Development has not changed the completion date of Central Park Tower, their most grand project yet, which is expected to be finished by late 2020.
Tiny Houses and Sustainability: How You Can Live Greener
Tiny houses are homes under 400 square feet and are specially constructed to be mobile, affordable and personal. Popular among environmentalists, minimalists, and retirees, tiny houses are becoming more common as housing prices continue to rise.
Toyota and BIG Set to Build a Futuristic City at the Foot of Mount Fuji
At the 2020 Consumer Electronics Show (CES), automobile company Toyota and architecture firm Bjarke Ingels Group (BIG) have unveiled the design for a new city in Japan that will become the world's first urban incubator dedicated to the advancement of mobility once built.
Whale-Inspired Structure Set to Open in 2022
Designed by Danish studio Dorte Mandrup, The Whale is a visitor attraction that aims to enhance the heart of whale-watching. Rather than fighting against the landscape, the building works in harmony with the ocean.
The Twist Designed by Bjarke Ingels Group Is Part Bridge, Art Sculpture and Museum
As a beautifully-crafted hybrid of architecture, infrastructure, and sculpture, The Twist displays a unique take on building design. The Twist, designed by Bjarke Ingels Group (BIG), is a part of the Kistefos Sculpture Park in Norway.
Self-Sufficient Cabin Created by Footwear Company On
Reflecting back on its place of origin, Swiss footwear and apparel company On has created a fully self-sufficient cabin located 2,500 metres up in the Swiss Alps.
The Holy Rosary Chapel Explores Form and Light
Designed by Trahan Architects, the complex is said to be an “honest exploration of form, function, light and materials that results in an engaging and profound study in sacred space”.
Church Converted into a Theatre by Architects Luigi Valente and Mauro Di Bona
With the aim to achieve functional restoration of Saint Rocco's church in Italy for cultural purposes, architects Luigi Valente and Mauro Di Bona have converted the building into a theatre and multi-purpose hall.
Office Building That Produces Surplus Energy Set to Open in 2019
A collaboration of various environmentally conscious innovators called Powerhouse is set to unveil their latest building project in Trondheim, Norway.
The World’s Largest Underwater Restaurant is Opening in Norway
Set to open spring 2019, an establishment called Under will be the world's largest underwater restaurant.