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Scrap metal sets sail as 55-ft solar-electric catamaran

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Yacht design and engineering studio iYacht has been commissioned to help German TV and movie actor Daniel Roesner realize his vision for a “sustainable catamaran designed with circularity in mind.” The 55-ft multihull will be built using scrap metal, reclaimed wood and recycled cork.

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Movable walls close off Open House when owners need privacy

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Typically, you likely have to choose between a house that’s open to its surroundings or one that focuses on privacy. However, an upcoming German residence by KWK Promes will embrace both: though open as standard, with the flick of a switch walls will a… Continue reading Movable walls close off Open House when owners need privacy→

World’s first carbon-neutral tire rides Eurobike road to sustainability

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Norway’s innovative tire maker reTyre has cooked up what’s claimed to be the first carbon-neutral tire. Debuting at Eurobike this week, the concept is made from 100% reclaimed materials – including recycled fishing nets and beads from body armor.Contin… Continue reading World’s first carbon-neutral tire rides Eurobike road to sustainability→

Mesmerizing vertical turbine wall to enter customer trials this year

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Since revealing a concept for an energy generating wall back in 2021, designer Joe Doucet has been working on bringing the idea to life. That time is here with the launch of Airiva, a modular rotary wind turbine wall destined for installation on city b… Continue reading Mesmerizing vertical turbine wall to enter customer trials this year→

Extraordinary winged museum prepares for flight in Abu Dhabi

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Work is nearing completion on an extraordinary new project in Abu Dhabi by prestigious British firm Foster + Partners. Named the Zayed National Museum, the building is defined by five sculpted “wings” designed for more than just their looks – they are … Continue reading Extraordinary winged museum prepares for flight in Abu Dhabi→

High-tech high-rise keeps its inside cool – no grid power required

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Snøhetta recently completed work on an impressively energy efficient high-rise in Norway. It combines clever design with sustainability features, allowing it to maintain a comfortable temperature, year-round, without any grid-based power.Continue Readi… Continue reading High-tech high-rise keeps its inside cool – no grid power required→

World’s most impressive new builds showcase architecture excellence

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Architizer, the acclaimed platform known for celebrating architectural innovation, has unveiled the highly anticipated shortlist for its esteemed A+Awards. Honoring the crème de la crème of architectural achievements globally, the competition stands as… Continue reading World’s most impressive new builds showcase architecture excellence→

Ummahat AlShaykh Island sets new standards in sustainable tourism

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In the realm of innovative architecture, few projects rival Ummahat AlShaykh Island in sheer ambition and eco-conscious design. Spearheaded by architect Kengo Kuma and his team, this project is a triumph of sustainability and luxury tourism in the hear… Continue reading Ummahat AlShaykh Island sets new standards in sustainable tourism→

World’s largest coastal regeneration project could transform Dubai

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Dubai already boasts the world’s tallest skyscraper, with the world’s tallest residential tower on the way too. Now local firm Urb envisions transforming its shores with the world’s largest coastal regeneration project. The ambitious development would … Continue reading World’s largest coastal regeneration project could transform Dubai→

Scalable, reconfigurable building switches modes like a big Meccano set

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The “Study Pavilion” has now been built at the Technical University Braunschweig in Germany, and the holistic modular design and construction of the reconfigurable building offers a fascinating glimpse into a potential future for scalable, reconfigurab… Continue reading Scalable, reconfigurable building switches modes like a big Meccano set→