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The Stanford Graduate School of Education
The Stanford GSE construction project blends historic preservation with modern energy efficiency and social sustainability, retaining key building elements while upgrading to reduce waste and enhance learning environments.
09/09/2024
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Lumber Building 4
LUMBER 4 in Kristiansand, Norway, is an award-winning, all-timber office building that reduces greenhouse gas emissions by 53% and represents a major advancement in sustainable architecture.
27/08/2024
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El Niu - Andorra’s first Passivhaus Plus building
El Niu, Andorra’s first Passivhaus Plus building, features 11 units, advanced heat pump technology, a dual-frame facade, and a solar array, achieving nearly net-zero energy and significantly lowering CO2 emissions.
16/08/2024
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Earth Forest Campus in Barcelona
The 3D Printed Earth Forest Campus in Barcelona's Parc de Collserola, created by the IAAC, showcases innovative, sustainable construction using local materials and advanced 3D printing technology.
02/08/2024
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Deutsche Bahn railway station in Munich's Haar district
Deutsche Bahn's new sustainable railway station in Munich's Haar district, built with locally sourced wood, includes LED lighting, a heat pump, and upcoming solar panels, showcasing efforts to reduce carbon footprint in construction.
26/07/2024
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Renovation of European Patent Office in Vienna
The renovation of the European Patent Office in Vienna integrates modern sustainability practices with aesthetic enhancements, utilising low-carbon materials and renewable energy systems to achieve energy efficiency and BREEAM 'Outstanding' certification.
03/07/2024
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Renovation of a house in Skopelos
The project retrofits an existing structure from the late 1890s, retaining original elements while updating with a new roof and foundation, redesigned facade, and emphasis on sustainable materials and embodied carbon reduction.
21/06/2024
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An energy efficient house in Vidrà
A house in Vidrà, Spain, combines sustainable materials, energy efficient design, efficient construction practices, and a strong connection with the surrounding landscape. It prioritises low environmental impact, high energy efficiency, and cost-effective solutions while maintaining architectural quality and integration with the local context.
17/06/2024
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