sustainable design
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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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Typically, you likely have to choose between a house that's open to its surroundings or one that focuses on privacy. However, this home embraces both: open as standard, but with the flick of a switch walls appear and close it off from prying eyes.
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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.
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Since revealing an wind turbine wall concept back in 2021, 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 infrastructure.
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Work is nearing completion on an extraordinary new project by Foster + Partners. The Zayed National Museum is defined by five sculpted "wings" designed for more than just their looks – they will actually help keep the interior cool naturally.
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Snøhetta recently completed work on an impressively energy efficient high-rise. It combines clever design and sustainability features, allowing it to maintain a comfortable temperature without grid-based power.
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Architectural innovation hub Architizer has unveiled the highly anticipated shortlist for its A+Awards. Honoring top global architectural achievements, the competition spotlights projects that redefine our relationship with the built environment.
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Few projects rival the Ummahat AlShaykh Island project in its sheer ambition and eco-conscious design. Spearheaded by renowned architect Kengo Kuma, this project represents a triumph of sustainability and luxury tourism in the heart of the Red Sea.
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Dubai already boasts the world's tallest building and now local firm Urb envisions transforming its shores with the world's largest coastal regeneration project too. The development would plant millions of mangrove trees, spread over 72 km.
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The 2024 winner of the EU Prize for Contemporary Architecture is an ingenious rearrangeable multi-story pavilion designed to be quickly extended, moved, or reconfigured into whatever the community needs it to be.
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Back in 2022, the strange-looking prototype igus:bike rolled into the spotlight boasting an angular frame, funky wheels and even bearings made using recycled plastic. Now the newly-named RCYL bike is riding into production.
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Heatherhill Beach House stands as a testament to the seamless integration of traditional Danish aesthetics with contemporary design. Conceived by Norm Architects, this holiday home boasts a green roof and calming central interior design.
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