The vast majority of small shacks comprising the slums of Ahmedabad, India are covered with thin metal roofs that are great at trapping heat. In temperatures that exceed 100 degrees Fahrenheit, these housing units can get unbearably hot, rendering the inhabitants to spend most of … [Read more...] about These modular rooftops made of wood waste keep Indian homes cool
Modularity
This modular treehouse design was inspired by wasp nests
If you’ve ever wondered what tourist resorts might look like in the future, designs proposed for the Tree House Module contest may satisfy some of that curiosity in a rather enchanting way. One particular proposal tho stands out — a modular treehouse that is made up of two … [Read more...] about This modular treehouse design was inspired by wasp nests
This circular office can be easily disassembled and reused once no longer in use
Promoting sustainability in building design is an essential step in transitioning towards a circular economy. Part of that is ensuring that discarded materials from building construction and demolition are eventually given a new purpose after their time has come, rather than … [Read more...] about This circular office can be easily disassembled and reused once no longer in use