LeadA new method has been developed to incorporate coffee waste into concrete, increasing its strength and durability by up to 30% compared to traditional mixes, marking a step forward in sustainable construction materials.Innovation in Concrete Environmental and Functional Impact Significance…
Japanese Crafts Arrive in LondonJapanese craftsman Nakagawa has opened his first European branch in the British capital, London. The store’s architectural design was created by Jones Neville, while A Practice for Everyday Life handled the visual identity.Centuries-Old RootsNakagawa’s origins date…
Construction Waste: A Growing CrisisConstruction waste has become one of the most prominent environmental challenges of our modern era. Buildings are erected and then demolished, leaving behind mountains of debris piling up in landfills. With limited sustainable solutions, the burden…
IntroductionExternal cladding is one of the most important architectural elements that plays a prominent role in protecting buildings and enhancing their aesthetic appearance, alongside improving thermal insulation efficiency and providing energy sustainability. In this article, we review in detail the…
In May 2025, the Netherlands unveiled one of the most ambitious architectural innovations of the year through the Wall Reef ecological façade installed on a residential complex in Rhoon, south of Rotterdam. This three-dimensional façade, inspired by coral reefs, uses…
Structural engineered bamboo stands out as one of the most promising sustainable building materials today. Therefore, the upcoming seven-storey observation tower in St. Louis plans to use this material combined with stainless steel, marking a pioneering effort in eco-friendly construction….
Sustainable building materials play a crucial role in today’s architecture. Recently, a student team at the Technical University of Munich developed an innovative façade system inspired by Jugendstil. This project combines heritage design with digital fabrication to create a sustainable…
Biodegradable building materials represent a breakthrough for the construction industry aiming to reduce plastic pollution and improve sustainability. HIRO Technologies has pioneered this concept by creating a diaper embedded with fungi that accelerate decomposition. This innovation provides a roadmap for…
As environmental challenges grow, the construction industry is moving toward more eco-friendly materials. Among the most exciting innovations is mycelium — the root-like network of fungi — which is changing how sustainable buildings are designed using mycelium in construction materials.But…
In today’s fast evolving world of architecture and construction, engineers and designers are developing new materials to meet the growing demands for modern design, durability, and sustainability.Glass Fiber Reinforced Concrete (GRC) is gaining popularity among engineers and architects due to…
A Site and Design Fully Integrated with the EnvironmentThe G.ao house is located in the Hòa Hải area of Vietnam, where it seamlessly blends with the surrounding tropical environment. This integration highlights how architecture can harmonize with nature without negatively…
Back to Glass: A Historical Overview of “Brique de Verre”Glass blocks, also known as “Brique de Verre,” are architectural innovations that date back to the 19th century. Their patent was registered for the first time in 1886. They became widely…
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