Green roofs and rustic charm unite in a contemporary masterpiece

In a rural area of Poland, Mobius Architekci studio has designed an impressive architectural piece that seamlessly merges traditional farmhouse aesthetics with bold, modern minimalism. Dubbed the Loop House, the project boasts a contemporary design tha… Continue reading Green roofs and rustic charm unite in a contemporary masterpiece

Danish green-roof beach house boasts sustainable sophistication

Nestled amid the picturesque hills of Jutland, Denmark, the Heatherhill Beach House stands as a testament to the seamless integration of traditional Danish aesthetics with contemporary design elements. Conceived by Norm Architects, this holiday home bo… Continue reading Danish green-roof beach house boasts sustainable sophistication

Botanical gardens can cool city air by an average of 5 °C

Temperatures around the world are on the rise, with 2023 recently confirmed as the hottest since records began. A new study has found that bringing nature into cities could help lower temperatures during heatwaves.Continue ReadingCategory: Environment,… Continue reading Botanical gardens can cool city air by an average of 5 °C

Italian airport terminal to produce wine with rooftop vineyard

Rafael Viñoly Architects has revealed plans for a remarkable new airport terminal. Located in Florence, Italy, its design riffs on the local tradition of wine production and will feature a green roof with a working vineyard.Continue ReadingCategory: Ar… Continue reading Italian airport terminal to produce wine with rooftop vineyard

Omer Arbel’s architectural masterpiece weaves nature with concrete

Renowned Canadian designer Omer Arbel has announced the completion of his latest project; a stunning family home dubbed 75.9 that’s nestled in a sprawling hayfield in the Canadian Pacific Northwest. What sets this impressive build apart is Arbel’s nove… Continue reading Omer Arbel’s architectural masterpiece weaves nature with concrete

Ohio’s Rock & Roll Hall of Fame receives green-roofed encore

Cleveland, Ohio’s celebrated Rock & Roll Hall of Fame is set to receive an all-new extension courtesy of PAU (Practice for Architecture and Urbanism). The addition will be defined by an eye-catching triangular building that will boost capacity at the s… Continue reading Ohio’s Rock & Roll Hall of Fame receives green-roofed encore

Lush green-roofed winery disappears into rolling landscape

The Gurdau Winery was only completed recently but the project has already taken its place among the vineyards remarkably well. As its lush green roof continues to mature, it will almost vanish into the hills in rural Czech Republic.Continue ReadingCate… Continue reading Lush green-roofed winery disappears into rolling landscape

Expansive market hall lets folks stroll on its sculpted green top

The recently completed Tainan Market is a typically imaginative take on the humble wholesale market by MVRDV. The building is defined by a sculpted undulating form that’s envisioned as a series of rolling hills and allows visitors to walk up onto the g… Continue reading Expansive market hall lets folks stroll on its sculpted green top

Green-roofed Fendi Factory blends into beautiful Italian countryside

Commissioned to design a new factory for luxury fashion house Fendi, Milan studio Piuarch has created a large building that’s topped by an impressive green roof, helping it take its place well among the surrounding Italian countryside.Continue ReadingC… Continue reading Green-roofed Fendi Factory blends into beautiful Italian countryside

Stefano Boeri sows seeds for tree-filled International Forest Stadium

Proponent of greenery covered architecture Stefano Boeri Architetti has revealed its design for a soccer stadium and sports complex in Milan, Italy. The ambitious project would include a park and museum, and would be filled with thousands of plants and… Continue reading Stefano Boeri sows seeds for tree-filled International Forest Stadium