Archello Awards 2025: Open for Entries! Submit your best projects now.
Archello Awards 2025: Open for Entries!
Submit your best projects now.

Sustainability

An overview of projects, products and exclusive articles about sustainability

Proyecto • By NU architecture & designBares

Bosgaurus Nexus

In the heart of Ho Chi Minh City’s business district, a new opportunity brought the client and architect together once again. Bosgaurus, a leading name in Vietnam’s specialty coffee, was ready to grow. With plans to expand across the country and beyond, the brand imagined a café model that could work in high-end urban spaces while staying true to its identity. The goal was to create a satellite café, a compact and flexible model that supports flagship locations and brings the experience closer to its customers. Hiroyuki Oki To succeed, the design needed to do more than look good. It had to function well within the constraints of a commercial building. It also had to support the baristas while delivering a smo... Más

Proyecto • By spdgFábricas

Sinno Park

As the core factory, Sinno Park is forming the manufacturing matrix of the group, together with the skin-care product factory, cosmetics/fragrance factory, perfume and aerosol factory, which is positioned as a future office-factory form that balanced efficiency and humanisation. spdg 01 Underlying logic Guided by the production attributes, industrial architecture always pursues spatial rationality of order and efficiency. Returning to the fundamental of organising a space - the origin of creation derived from internal organisation and human behaviours. According to the plan, Sinno Park not only serves as an office and production unit, but also undertakes functions such as exhibition, R&D, testing, logistics and warehousing, as we... Más

Proyecto • By INFORM StudioCentros Comunitarios

AB Ford Park Community Center

The new A.B. Ford Park Community Center (formerly Lenox Center) marks a significant milestone as Detroit’s first climate-resilient public facility. Set within expansive parkland, the center enhances community access to the waterfront while boosting local economic opportunities. The project embodies the vibrant cultural heritage of the Jefferson-Chalmers neighborhood, reflecting residents' values through sustainable and resilient design. Steve Kroodsma   Design for resiliencyConstructed outside the floodplain, the center serves dual purposes as both a vibrant community hub and an emergency resilience facility. It is equipped to provide residents with essential shelter, renewable energy, and supplies during climate emergenci... Más

Proyecto • By herrmann+bosch architektenAparcamientos

Wooden Parking Garage Wendlingen

Herrmann+Bosch Architekten, con sede en Stuttgart, ha diseñado un aparcamiento de madera en la ciudad alemana de Wendlingen que en el futuro podrá convertirse en viviendas u oficinas. El aparcamiento, de 10.880 metros cuadrados, está situado en un eje peatonal entre el nuevo barrio Otto y la estación de tren de Wendlingen. Otto es un nuevo barrio urbano de uso mixto y respetuoso con el clima que se está construyendo en los antiguos edificios de la fábrica Otto Textil GmbH, del siglo XIX. Roland Halbe Roland Halbe   Fomento de la movilidad respetuosa con el medio ambiente El aparcamiento de madera tiene 349 plazas distribuidas en cinco plantas. El diseño de la estructura prom... Más

Proyecto • By WOODYGLASSCentros de Exposiciones

Veolia Less, Praha

A modern hub for individuals and companies interested in the circular economy, sustainability, social responsibility and climate change with zero waste bistro. WOODYGLASS WOODYGLASS WOODYGLASS WOODYGLASS WOODYGLASS WOODYGLASS WOODYGLASS WOODYGLASS WOODYGLASS WOODYGLASS Más

Proyecto • By IPA - Architecture and moreHoteles

Hilton Sofia Renovation

Hilton Sofia, the new inspiring leader in the capital's 5-star scene, has opened its doors after a major renovation, offering an exceptional experience. The updated spaces provide guests with a tranquil and refined atmosphere, with an architectural concept inspired by its location and the beautiful surrounding green spaces. The renovation of the iconic building in the capital involves reshaping volumes and enhancing the park environment to present a beautiful transformation based on the motto "A Park in the Hotel and a Hotel in the Park." The design is based on the principles of "green architecture," which emphasize functionality, aesthetics, efficiency, and sustainability. The project team faced the challenge of integrating an innovative... Más

Proyecto • By INI Design StudioOficinas

Shivalik Curv

Concept Note: Shivalik Curv is designed as a symbol of modernity and innovation within Gujarat International Finance Tech-City (GIFT City), India's first operational Greenfield smart city. The client envisioned an office building that would provide 47,000 sqm of Grade-A office space across 32 floors, while creating an instant visual identity for the area. Rising 120m with its fluid, rotational form, this office tower is a unique architectural landmark that reflects the evolving identity of GIFT city. The building’s dynamic geometry, where each floor shifts by one degree, creates a sense of movement that mirrors the progressive nature of the finance and technology sectors. Designed to integrate with the surrounding urban landscape, th... Más

Proyecto • By HOKOficinas

1021 O Street State Office Building

Situated in the heart of Sacramento’s historic government center, the 1021 O Street State Office Building enables the continuity of the democratic process through purposeful design that is rooted in community and a paragon of sustainability. This 10-story, LEED Platinum, net-zero energy and carbon building provides a transitional home for California’s legislature and executive staff while the state’s Capitol Annex is completed. Alan Karchmer | OTTO Reimagining the traditional arrangement of a solid central core, the design splits the building façade from north to south, creating a vibrant and verdant central opening. This space establishes vertical connections between the office floors via open stairways, doub... Más

Proyecto • By Moriyama Teshima ArchitectsOficinas

Ontario Secondary School Teachers' Federation HQ

The Ontario Secondary School Teachers’ Federation (OSSTF) Headquarters and Multi-Tenant Commercial Building is a progressive 3-storey, 124,000 SF fully exposed mass timber project that uses net-zero strategies, and seamlessly integrates commercial opportunities with the relocation and revitalization of the OSSTF’s offices in Toronto. The building houses the OSSTF—an organization that represents all education professionals in the secondary school system in Ontario, as well as additional tenants. All design decisions were rigorously assessed for long-term value, health and wellness of employees, and operational savings. Designed to the highest environmental standards, the facility is built on a foundation of social, environm... Más

Proyecto • By Sandbox StudioCasas Privadas

Earth House by Sandbox Studio

Not immediately evident or present from approach, Earth House reveals itself as an intimate retreat, thoughtfully designed to respect its surroundings while asserting a distinct architectural presence. The decision to proceed with a single-storey structure, crowned by a skillion roof, complements the landscape without imposing on it, encouraging the architecture to insert itself harmoniously within the natural surroundings. This subtle integration of built form amongst the elements further emphasises a desire to live consciously and deliberately by the owners.  Katherine Lu Katherine Lu Katherine Lu At the core of the uniqueness of Earth House lies a commitment to material integrity and sustainable design. The centrepie... Más

NoticiasNoticias • 20 nov. 2024

Key architectural projects by Snøhetta that highlight sustainable development

Snøhetta (que significa "capucha de nieve") es la montaña más alta de la cordillera de Dovrefjell, en el centro de Noruega. El estudio transdisciplinar noruego e internacional Snøhetta comparte su nombre con este pico remoto y pintoresco. El trabajo de Snøhetta abarca arquitectura, paisajismo, arquitectura de interiores, arte, producto, diseño gráfico y digital. El primer encargo importante del estudio fue en 1989 para la Biblioteca de Alejandría de Egipto (finalizada en 2001). Desde el principio, el enfoque de Snøhetta se ha basado en preocupaciones medioambientales y culturales. Cuando el estudio empezó a trabajar, las Naciones Unidas publicaron en octubre de 1987 Nues... Más

Proyecto • By INI Design StudioCasas Privadas

Lakhani Villa

La Villa Lakhani, en Ahmedabad, encarna el concepto de "modernismo tranquilo", que combina principios de diseño contemporáneo atemporal con espacios serenos e integrados en la naturaleza. Con una estética de geometría limpia y espacios despejados, constituye un santuario del caos urbano. La piedra arenisca beige y blanca y el hormigón arquitectónico visto complementan el diseño minimalista. Amplios acristalamientos sombreados, espaciosos balcones y patios ajardinados con césped integran los espacios interiores y exteriores, fomentando una profunda sensación de armonía con la naturaleza. Vinay Panjwani, India Vinay Panjwani, India Vinay Panjwani, India Vi... Más

Producto • By ElevateRubberGard™ EPDM SA - Self-adhered roofing membrane

RubberGard™ EPDM SA - Self-adhered roofing membrane

Among the main challenges that the construction industry is facing today are a shortage of skilled labor, an increased demand for productivity, and the need for durable solutions that are flexible in their application. The same holds for the waterproofing industry. Elevate's RubberGard EPDM SA roofing membrane is made with all these challenges in mind to meet the current and future demands of roofing. RubberGard EPDM SA represents the next generation of self-adhered roofing membranes. It features a factory-applied Secure Bond adhesive across the entire membrane which eliminates the need for bonding adhesives or waiting time. Consequently, RubberGard EPDM SA can be installed much faster than standard EPDM roofing membranes, so more roof are... Más

Proyecto • By INI Design StudioFábricas

Miraclus Orthotech Headquarter & Industrial Campus

An Innovating & Manufacturing Campus for Production of Advanced Orthopaedic Implants: Manufacturing units, as the backbone of industrial progress, demand spaces that blend functionality with innovation, and ambiance with efficiency. In the realm of architectural design, these spaces transcend mere structures to become hubs of creativity, research, and production. The spatial design is not just about accommodating machinery and workforce but about fostering an environment conducive to collaboration, inspiration, and ingenuity. Such spaces marry state-of-the-art technology with aesthetics, creating environments that inspire and motivate.  Karan Gajjar / The Space Tracing Company Karan Gajjar / The Space Tracing Company Th... Más

NoticiasInnovaciones • 23 ago. 2024

GROUP A presents design concept for 'Paris Proof Block'

El estudio de arquitectura GROUP A, con sede en Rotterdam, puso en marcha en 2022 su laboratorio de ideas interno, CARBONLAB, para investigar cómo podría reducir la huella de carbono de los proyectos de diseño y construcción.  CARBONLAB ha llevado a cabo recientemente una investigación útil y esclarecedora sobre cómo puede alcanzarse ya el compromiso del Consejo Holandés de Edificios Ecológicos de cumplir los presupuestos de carbono de los edificios Paris Proof fijados para 2030, utilizando materiales y herramientas de construcción disponibles en la actualidad. Paris Proof Block» es una investigación sobre el potencial técnico y arquitectó... Más