How Blockchain Technology Could Transform Sustainability
Gensler principal Kirsten Ritchie shares her views on why this trendy tech may help crack the code on environment-friendly buildings.
Sustainability
A New Generation of Aluminum Is Stronger and Less Carbon-Intensive
New forms of the highly abundant and ubiquitous material double down on its recyclability and explore ways of reducing its carbon footprint.
Duvaltex Sorts Out the Nitty-Gritty of Recycling Ocean Plastic with a New Textile Release
From employing "safe" chemicals to minimizing energy consumption, Duvaltex and Steelcase fabricate Intersection using a highly ecofriendly process.
With Health and Wellness Prioritized, OFS's HQ Earns WELL Platinum Certification
The family-owned manufacturer's office is the first in Indiana to receive the certification and the second-largest WELL v2 Platinum building in the country.
KANVA Completes an Airy Redesign of Montreal’s Biodome
Building systems complement ecosystems in an airy, energy-efficient transformation that balances the needs of visitors and animals.
Fresh Perspectives on Air, Water, and Carbon from Metropolis's 2020 Sustainability Issue
From HVAC to interior renovations, the November/December 2020 issue of Metropolis suggests meaningful areas of action for architects and designers.
An Exhibition in Singapore Challenges the Meaning of Repair
R for Repair shines a spotlight on the throwaway economy by pairing ten local designers with ten broken objects in need of a fresh lease of life.
NBBJ’s Nanjing Technology Park Offers a Glimpse of China’s Green Future
The nine-building Xin Wei Yi Technology Park, draws from local inspiration for passive cooling, daylighting, and greenspace.
Why Landscapes Designed to Flood Are Environmentally Sound
The author of a new book explains why a landscape may be more resilient when it is designed for and defined by its floods.
Why Polyolefins Are a Popular and Sustainable Plastic Option
A mainstay of outdoor furniture, unique properties make these recyclable, clean plastics more sustainable than other synthetics.
A Waterfront Eatery in Denmark Is Designed for Disassembly
In the Danish seaport of Koege, Copenhagen-based architects ADEPT have crafted a spacious and sustainable bar and restaurant that can be relocated when waters rise.
After 2020, Designing For Indoor Air Quality Will Never Be the Same
In a year marked by airborne pathogens and wildfires, how should HVAC systems evolve to protect us from dangers lurking both inside and out?
Raising the Bar for Sustainable Ceilings
Armstrong AcoustiBuilt™ ceilings offer a sustainable combination of sound absorption and sound blocking.
With a Circular Economy in Mind, Retailers Are Speaking Out Against "Fast Furniture"
New York City–based retailers ZZ Driggs, Conjure, and Lichen are taking cues from contract companies and developing innovative solutions to rent, restore, and reuse furniture.
Divert By Design: 14 Products Made With Recycled Content
Manufacturers are starting to normalize products with recycled content at a higher rate than ever, in their quest to reduce carbon emissions and curb waste.
Xorel Continues to Delight and Inspire
Carnegie’s signature wallcovering began as an alternative to PVC. Four decades on, it has become much more.
Year in Review: 9 Sustainable Standouts
These projects sought to improve human health and turn the tide on climate change in 2020.
The Global Impact of Material Transparency
Humanscale shows that material transparency and eliminating toxic ingredients have impacts that reach beyond the consumer.
In Seattle, the Sitka Is Raising the Bar for Environmental Design
The LEED Platinum multifamily housing complex designed by Runberg Architecture Group comprises three cabin-like buildings.
Examining James Wines's Humanistic Approach to Sustainability
A new exhibition at Berlin's Museum for Architectural Drawing presents dozens of the architect-artist's imaginative and often sarcastic drawings.
