Building envelopes, often referred to as a structure's "skin," play a critical role in defining its energy efficiency, aesthetics, and overall performance. Innovative materials, technologies, and design strategies transform how buildings interact with their surroundings.
INTERNATIONAL ARCHITECT PROFILE
St Albans Community Centre is the first to achieve net-zero
This story explores the planning, design aesthetics, and challenges of designing a community centre at St Albans, Christchurch, New Zealand.
Carbon and energy calculations take centre stage in modern architecture
This story features an exclusive interaction with WAF's Program Director, Paul Finch. He discusses the festival's history, his views on the emerging trends of architecture, architectural practices in India, and the festival in the years to come.
Sugarcrete® is an innovative and sustainable alternative to traditional bricks
This interaction delves into how Sugarcrete® is an innovative, sustainable alternative to traditional bricks. It also discusses how adopting the product will benefit the Global South and Global North countries.
Polat Levent Exclusive, a harmonious medley of history and innovation
“The collaboration between GAD and Polat Gayrimenkul symbolises architectural progress, catering to Istanbul's diverse and growing needs while respecting its rich historical and environmental heritage.”
Implementing biomimicry for sustainable design solutions
This Turkish architect combines cultural legacy with modern innovation, employing biomimicry and parametric design to create sustainable, functional places that mix tradition, technology, and cutting-edge aesthetics across various projects.
Modern architectural designs through a transdisciplinary approach
This interaction delves into how local cultural aspects can be incorporated into architectural designs through a transdisciplinary and international orientation.
Blending indigenous cultural elements and sustainability
This discussion delves into how important it is to consider regional cultural elements when creating architectural designs that are aesthetically pleasing and sustainable.
There’s no formula for balancing aesthetics and functionality
This discussion focuses on how to strike a balance between technology and the already existing architectural styles while designing.
Stadt+ sources culture in contemporary design
"Design should be thoroughly rooted in the place and context, yet reflecting the spirit of the times it inhabits. Sustainable design involves thoughtful decision-making to build environments that uplift communities and respect their legacy, not merely about choosing materials." Wolfgang Stattmann, Landscape Architect , Stadt+