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The Architecture of Environmental Neglect Do we realize how negligent we've been? Are we aware of the negative impacts and crimes we are committing against our environment and Mother Nature? Surrounded by bland cuboids, the architecture that once fascinated us and was based on principles is now becoming debris. Imagine if we were struck by an asteroid or faced a third world war. Would we rise again in the same way? The skill of building is losing its value and creativity. In our eagerness to develop, we've sacrificed biodiversity and our connection to nature. We are becoming more secluded, private, and destructive, embodying selfishness and chaos. In the pursuit of progress, we bulldoze natural habitats, erasing millennia-old ecosystems. Our cities, once a blend of human ingenuity and nature, now stand as reminders of our environmental disregard. Green spaces are rare, replaced by concrete structures that offer little respite. Architectural endeavors focus on maximizing space and profit, often at the expense of aesthetics and sustainability. We erect towering monoliths that block sunlight, disrupt wind patterns, and contribute to urban heat islands. The art of building is reduced to a formulaic process lacking innovation and sensitivity. We have lost sight of the balance between development and conservation. Paving over lifelines, we cut ourselves off from essential natural elements. Water bodies are contaminated, air quality deteriorates, and soil becomes infertile, creating a hostile environment for all life. Our adversarial relationship with nature reflects our growing disconnect. Isolated structures discourage community and engagement. This seclusion mirrors our disconnect from each other and the natural world. We must rethink our approach, striving to create spaces that foster connections and celebrate the relationship between humanity and nature. Only then can we atone for our environmental crimes and move toward a more balanced future. #Architecture #Sustainability #EnvironmentalConservation #UrbanDesign #GreenBuilding #Biodiversity #Nature #ClimateChange #EcologicalDesign #SustainableArchitecture #EnvironmentalResponsibility #CommunityEngagement

Harmonizing Self-Sufficient and Living Buildings with Natural Ecosystems As we face pressing environmental challenges, the need for innovative architectural solutions has never been more crucial. Focuses on the integration of self-sufficient and living buildings within natural ecosystems, aiming to create spaces that not only minimize their ecological footprint but also enhance biodiversity and human well-being. Objectives: Sustainable Design: Exploring how architecture can harmonize with nature. Resource Efficiency: Utilizing renewable energy and sustainable materials. Community Resilience: Designing buildings that support both people and ecosystems. By fostering a deeper connection between the built environment and nature, we can pave the way for resilient communities that thrive in harmony with their surroundings. #SustainableArchitecture #BuildingDesign #Ecosystems #Research #Innovation #Architecture #GreenBuilding #Resilience #Biodiversity

?? ABA member BIOSIS is at the forefront of designing architecture for remote Nordic, North Atlantic, and Arctic regions. With a portfolio spanning Canada’s North and beyond, their approach to architecture is built on community-led and culturally sensitive design. By integrating natural elements like wind, sun, meltwater, snow, and freezing temperatures, BIOSIS highlights their unique climate-driven approach to building sustainable, resilient spaces. We’re excited to share that ABA member BIOSIS will be speaking at the Canadian Institute’s 8th Annual First Nations Housing and Infrastructure Forum in Toronto. Founding Partner Morten Vedelsb?l will present on ‘Designing for the Future: Building Sustainable Communities.’ For more information on the event, see here: Don’t miss the latest updates on BIOSIS’s innovative projects in Greenland in the upcoming 4th edition of the ABA Newsletter—coming out on December 5th! ?? Learn more about BIOSIS: https://biosis.dk/ ?? Learn more about Arctic Business Alliance (ABA): https://lnkd.in/gGp3AgfP ?? Read more about BIOSIS' climate resilience projects here: https://lnkd.in/dr94g6pR ?? Don’t miss our next edition of the ABA newsletter—coming next week! https://lnkd.in/gy3icdJd #ArcticSpotlight2024 #Architecture #Sustainability #DesignForTheFuture #ABA #ClimateDrivenDesign #FirstNations #Greenland #ArcticArchitecture #CommunityDesign

???? ???????????????????????? Exploration 14: The Arbor Spire The Arbor Spire is envisioned as a striking architectural tower that serves as a conduit between the raw beauty of nature and the precision of concrete engineering. The design creates a harmonious dialogue between the organic forest and the structured human intervention, making a bold yet respectful statement in the natural environment. It is intended to be a sleek, vertical building that slashes elegantly through the forest canopy, fostering a conversation between the beauty of the natural world and human inventiveness. It seeks to minimize environmental effect while providing an inconspicuous means of observation and engagement with the forest. It also seeks to be a marvel of use and beauty, offering a distinctive viewpoint within the forest while honoring the surrounding ecosystem. Its architecture aims to provide a harmonious synthesis between human habitation and environmental conservation. Image made with ????. ——— #AI #artificialintelligence #architecture #creative #designthinking #interiordesign

Sustainable Built Environments: A Path to a Greener Future ?? Did you know the climate built environment is crucial in addressing the crisis? From using eco-friendly materials to designing energy-efficient buildings, a sustainable approach ensures a balance between protecting the planet and supporting economic growth and human well-being. ?? Let's build responsibly—because a healthier planet means a brighter future for everyone! How can we make our spaces more sustainable? ?? https://lnkd.in/dMC4nJJM #IEREK #Scopus #Springer #SustainableDesign #UrbanPlanning #GreenCities #ArchitectureConference #ResilientUrbanism #sustainability #creativeresearch #globalchallenges #architecture #Environmental

Maritime habitats are the most populous habitats in the world. Urbanization progresses faster on the waterfront, and at the same time, maritime habitats will be the most affected by the consequences of climate change. In this context, #VESSEL, an #AcademyProject executed by our Industrial Designer, Konstantin Wolf, offers a visionary solution to the pressing challenges faced by urban coastal regions. VESSEL merges architecture with mobility to meet the growing needs of urban coastal areas while securing a sustainable future. Developed under the guidance of Prof. Wolfgang Schabbach (Fakult?t Design | Hochschule Coburg) and Sven Feustel as part of the PHOENIX Academy's "Movement & Mobility" theme, VESSEL features a compact design that unites elements of boat building and architecture. It allows for seamless integration between land and water transport. The open stern facilitates easy transition from land to water, while the semi-enclosed body offers comfort, privacy, and protection. This concept encourages shared usage and integration with other transport modes, contributing to a more connected and sustainable urban environment. Konstantin underscores how his experience at the PHOENIX Academy was pivotal in his development as a designer, allowing him to explore complex topics like mobility, urbanism, and sustainability in a professional setting. At a crucial time in his journey, the Academy allowed him to learn, take risks, make mistakes, and receive constructive feedback in an open and professional environment—an experience beyond what his university could offer. Through VESSEL, he identified and addressed the shortcomings in his work and addressed them accurately, a process that has significantly boosted his career to this day. The VESSEL Project exemplifies what can be achieved with innovative thinking and proper support. If you're ready to develop your own groundbreaking ideas, visit our website to learn more about the Academy. Discover our programs, learn how to apply, and take the first step towards realizing your vision. https://lnkd.in/dYuHhBxj #Innovation #Design #UrbanMobility #Sustainability #Architecture #FutureCities #MobilitySolutions #CoastalLiving #ClimateChange #Watercraft #SmartCities #UrbanDevelopment #MaritimeDesign #UrbanPlanning #SmartMobility #FutureOfTransportation #PHOENIXAcademy

?????? AN OPTIMISTIC GIFT FOR CHRISTMAS ! ??After 9 months of writing ??10 years of architectural design ??35 projects in more than 20 countries It is a great pleasure for the agency Vincent Callebaut Architectures, Paris ki to present our new eco-optimistic manifesto ! CITIES 2050 10 climate architecture actions for a desirable future Available now at all booksellers and on all platforms ! “For the thirty ecological projects of the Vincent Callebaut Architectures agency presented in this very richly illustrated book, the journalist Arnaud Pagès explains with pedagogy how this avant-garde architect mobilizes, with his multidisciplinary team, the driving forces of organic architecture -inspired by the regenerative circular economy, renewable energies and bio-sourced construction, in order to demonstrate that it is still possible to repair, each at our own scale, our climate and our small blue planet. In this sense, both turn the tables on architecture and urban planning in this manifesto book which is aimed at all enthusiasts concerned with the fight against climate change and who are interested in the city of tomorrow. ? Here is the summary : ??INTRODUCTION: Architects are at the forefront of the needs of our society ??CLIMATE ACTION n°1: Helping refugees ??CLIMATE ACTION n°2: Guarantee food resilience ??CLIMATE ACTION n°3: Transforming heritage ??CLIMATE ACTION n°4: Renature the city ??CLIMATE ACTION n°5: Revolutionize work ??CLIMATE ACTION n°6: Decarbonize mobility ??CLIMATE ACTION n°7: Consume less, but better ??CLIMATE ACTION n°8: Reinventing cultural places ??CLIMATE ACTION n°9: Rehumanize the hospital ??CLIMATE ACTION n°10: Recycle street furniture ??CONCLUSION: Planetary resilience #villes2050 #bookstagram #architecture #architect #architecturelovers #climatechange #ClimateAction #climateresponsivedesign #sustainability #nature #future #cities #greenery #GreenNewDeal #CarbonNeutral #zerowaste #construction #immobilier #realestate #biomimicry #innovations #design #designer #renewableenergy #urbanfarming #biobasedmaterials #solarpunk #ecology #vincentcallebaut #vincentcallebautarchitectures

ICYMI Our featured contributor is Gayle Borst, a sustainable architect and founder of Stewardship, Inc., with over a decade of experience in natural building practices. She completed her Master of Architecture degree at the University of Texas, focusing on energy studies and sustainable design. Throughout her career, she has been an advocate for green building techniques, including the use of hempcrete and other eco-friendly materials. Her work emphasizes the integration of environmental stewardship into architectural design, promoting sustainable living through innovative building solutions. In this video, Gayle shares her journey from biology to architecture, focusing on #sustainable and #naturalbuilding practices. She emphasizes the importance of team collaboration in design and construction, exploring various materials like #hempcrete. Her projects prioritize healthy indoor environments and innovative site planning, showcasing her passion for eco-friendly architecture. You can watch the full video here. https://lnkd.in/dtNs7_Xe #Hempbuildschool #Mastermind #GayleBorst #HempConstruction #EcoBuilding #SustainableLiving #GreenBuilding #NaturalMaterials #HempInsulation #RenewableResources #CarbonNeutral #SustainableArchitecture #EcoFriendlySolutions #HomeBuilding #BuildingInnovation #ConstructionTechnology #SustainabilityMatters #Hemp #Hemplime #Hurd

Did you know that urban spaces can be havens for nature? Our latest book, The Right to Nature, explores this very idea. In a recent interview with PAYSAGE TOPSCAPE, Paolo Palmulli, one of the book's authors (AG&P greenscape), delves deeper into the importance of green infrastructure, biodiversity, and community engagement in shaping sustainable cities. "We need to understand, interpret and design the new scenarios of coexistence and living in contemporary cities through a new human-nature relationship." Want to learn more? Buy now and benefit from a 15% until the end of the year! https://lnkd.in/dGftbKDv #urbanplanning #landscapedesign #sustainability #greenspaces #bookrecommendation #architecture #environment #actarpublishers

?? What is the trend in building? Before answering, I invite you to explore some options. Tell me in the comments what your selection was! ?? a. Green and sustainable: buildings with plants, ecological and energy self-sufficient. ?? b. Technological and intelligent: automated structures with systems that optimise the use of resources. ??? c. Modular and flexible: they adapt and change according to needs, offering dynamic and multifunctional spaces. I think it is a combination of the three options. The synergy between ecology, innovation and adaptability will be key to creating spaces that truly respond to people's needs. ??However, I believe that the true evolution in buildings does not lie only in the integration of these elements; sustainability and technology alone are not enough. Buildings must be able to adapt and provide genuine value to inhabitants on an ongoing basis. I believe that buildings should be able to evolve with us, bringing tangible benefits to both people and the environment. Let me know what you think and we'll discuss it! #Future #Architecture #Innovation #Sustainability #Technology