With today’s rapid rate of urbanization, cities across the world are facing increasing pressure to expand their built environment. However, if we are to prevent the looming threats of the climate crisis, urban planners need to rethink the way we build our homes. A recent … [Read more...] about This manifesto calls on urban designers to build for a sustainable future
Housing
Architects design sustainable housing for changing lifestyles post COVID-19
Remote work may become a permanent way of life for many after the coronavirus crisis ends, with some companies already giving their employees the option to work from home forever. In response to how COVID-19 continues to reshape our lives, Paris-based architecture firm Studio … [Read more...] about Architects design sustainable housing for changing lifestyles post COVID-19
Airbnb to help provide housing to medical and social workers fighting COVID-19
The hospitality and travel industry may be reeling, but housing platform Airbnb is still doing what it can to support the effort to fight the virus outbreak — as many as 100,000 medical staff and social workers worldwide who are combatting the coronavirus crisis could have free … [Read more...] about Airbnb to help provide housing to medical and social workers fighting COVID-19
New homes in Wales will be powered by renewable energy by 2025
The building and housing sector are one of today’s major contributors to global warming and the climate crisis. Acknowledging the urgent need to find a solution to this problem, the Welsh government has recently issued plans requiring all new homes in the country to be heated and … [Read more...] about New homes in Wales will be powered by renewable energy by 2025
Shipping your shelter: Amazon joins the tiny house movement
More and more families are seeking out smaller living spaces and pursuing minimalism for lower environmental impact and clarity of mind. And now, with many jurisdictions lowering the bar on building accessory dwelling units on lots zoned for single-family homes, building a small … [Read more...] about Shipping your shelter: Amazon joins the tiny house movement