Lori Ferriss: Architect-engineer Advances Building Reuse

Ferriss is a nationally recognized leader in sustainable design, building reuse and climate-focused practices.

How Innovative Materials Are Shaping Modern Construction

The post How Innovative Materials Are Shaping Modern Construction appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Construction is evolving at pace, driven by smarter materials and higher expectations. Modern buildings must be energy-efficient, adaptable, and environmentally responsible, and whilst concrete and steel remain essential, innovative materials are expanding what architects and engineers can achieve, enabling smarter, more sustainable design. As construction projects become more complex, material choice plays a crucial role […]

Westminster University L.S. Skaggs Integrated Wellness Center

Healthy living objectives inspire building’s sustainable design.

Engineers must urgently embed sustainability in water projects

Water engineers must integrate sustainable design features into projects immediately, rather than waiting for legislation to compel them. The post Engineers must urgently embed sustainability in water projects appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

Holcim Foundation Award Winners Highlight Best Practice in Sustainable Design

The Holcim Foundation has announced its 20 winners of the 2025 Awards, highlighting global trends reshaping sustainable design and construction. The Holcim Foundation for Sustainable Construction has announced 20 winning projects for the 2025 Holcim Foundation Awards, spanning Asia Pacific, Europe, Latin America, the Middle East and Africa, and North America. With a prize pool […] The post Holcim Foundation Award Winners Highlight Best Practice in Sustainable Design appeared first on Architecture Magazine.

DW Documentary - Future cities: Urban planners get creative, 13112022

Our future cities will be all about redefining a new normal. Architects and urban planners are expecting to see entirely new approaches to communal living, as well as new urban concepts for autonomous supply chains. The repurposing of old buildings, and the generation of food as well as energy, are other important topics.

Architects' Journal - What practical steps can architects take today to reduce whole-life carbon?

Five experts in sustainable design share their practical tips on how architects can reduce whole-life carbon in the built environment.