Sponge cities, also known as “sponge city initiatives” or “sponge urban planning,” are an innovative approach to urban development and sustainable urban design, primarily aimed at addressing and mitigating urban flooding and water management issues. These initiatives are becoming increasingly important as urbanization and climate change contribute to more frequent and severe floods in many…
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12 tips: getting to NETZERO data centers
Designing data centers to be “net-zero” refers to creating facilities that have a net-zero carbon footprint, meaning they generate as much renewable energy as they consume and offset any remaining emissions through various sustainability measures. Achieving net-zero status for data centers is a significant challenge but can be accomplished with careful planning and the integration…
Top 14 Tips for Sustainable Resort Design
Designing a sustainable resort requires careful planning and consideration of environmental, social, and economic factors. Sustainability should be integrated into every aspect of the resort, from site selection and construction to daily operations and guest experiences. Here’s a step-by-step guide to help you design a sustainable resort: Define Your Sustainability Goals: Begin by setting clear…
12 Ways Architects are trying to stop Global Warming
Sustainable Design: Architects are incorporating sustainable design principles into their projects, focusing on energy efficiency, passive heating and cooling techniques, and the use of renewable materials. Green Building Certifications: Many architects aim to obtain certifications like LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) or BREEAM (Building Research Establishment Environmental Assessment Method) to ensure their buildings…
Top 10 Building Materials being developed to Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissions
As the construction industry continues to prioritize sustainability and the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions, innovative building materials are being developed to support these goals. Here are some new and emerging building materials that can help reduce greenhouse emissions: Carbon-negative concrete: Traditional concrete production is a significant source of greenhouse gas emissions due…
12 Tips on How to build with Circular Economy Building Materials
Finding circular economy building materials involves looking for products and materials that are sourced, manufactured, and used in a way that prioritizes sustainability, resource efficiency, and waste reduction. Here are some strategies to help you find circular economy building materials: Research sustainable suppliers: Look for suppliers and manufacturers that specialize in producing circular economy building…
Protected: Architecture Hacker’s Guide to Europe’s Brilliant Build Upon
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Architecture Hacker Guide to Smart Cities
Orla Huq Smart Cities rely on collaboration between private, public entities and individuals sharing data using smart phones and smart meters, networks of sensors and wifi placed throughout the cities. They leverage technology to serve users to make cities more livable and alive…………. Cities share the apps and strategies with each other through great networks…
Architecture Hacker Guide to making Sustainable Cities
New York’s low line underground park above leads with ideas to green subways Orla Huq Green Cities: (Green Role Models: Melbourne Australia, Copenhagen Denmark) People need to be housed close enough to work and entertainment to eliminate need for cars Design bike, landscaping and pedestrian friendly streets