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Stephen George + Partners (SGP) is delighted to see the The Arch Company's commencement of work on transforming four dilapidated railway arches on America Street, Southwark. SGP's design combines technical expertise with historic building experience to create contemporary spaces, which nod to the industrial heritage of the arches. Located in an area undergoing significant renewal and encompassing the Low Line urban regeneration initiative, the America Street scheme will transform previously unloved arches into contemporary spaces for new leisure, food and drink and retail businesses. Santosh Patel from Pick Everard highlights the project's significance in fostering a vibrant cultural hub. Principal Architectural Technologist, Josh White, emphasises the aim for pedestrianisation and integration with the local milieu. Alan Soper, Studio Director at SGP, underscores the project's transformative potential and commitment to local revitalisation efforts. Craig McWilliam, Chief Executive at The Arch Company, said: “We’re investing £2.5m into these spaces to provide much-needed additional commercial space suitable for leisure use. Repurposing these arches is part of our ongoing programme to create fit-for-purpose spaces in which businesses can thrive. The America Street project is just one of over ten such projects for which SGP has been commissioned to develop designs. Two schemes have recently achieved planning consent in Manchester, whilst elsewhere in London Crucifix Lane and Witan Street are progressing on site. The latter is already on site and due to complete soon and comprises the refurbishment of six arches into high-specification commercial premises for light industrial use located just 16 minutes away from the City of London. To read more visit 👇 https://lnkd.in/eadrf2zd #RailwayArches #RailwayHertitage #Fitout #RailwayArchesRestored #HistoricPreservation #ArchitecturalTransformation #LondonLeisureHub #LowLineRegeneration #SustainableDevelopment #LocalBusinessSupport #AdaptiveReuse #CreativeSpaces #LondonArchitecture #SGPLeisureAndHospitality

Some very difficult issues for this strategy to grapple with - balancing the desire to quite rightly enhance and make the most of this iconic whilst not stifling the major developments and investments that the city needs (and which continues to be a viability challenge)

🌳 The Urban Forest in the Rivercity — Plans for World’s Greenest Skyscraper 🏙️ As Brisbane prepares for the 2032 Olympics, Aria Property Group is taking bold strides to position the city as a global leader in sustainable architecture with plans for the "Urban Forest," a 30-storey residential skyscraper that aspires to be the world’s greenest building. 🔎 What You Need to Know: 1️⃣ A Vision for Sustainability: The Urban Forest project aims to integrate nature into urban living by featuring 827 trees and 27,000 plants throughout its structure. This ambitious design enhances the aesthetic appeal and promotes environmental sustainability, making Brisbane comparable to green heavyweights like Singapore. 2️⃣ Architectural Innovation: Designed by renowned architect Koichi Takada, the Urban Forest will celebrate Brisbane's sub-tropical climate while incorporating features that mimic the native Moreton Bay Fig Tree. The design emphasises timber and green spaces, targeting up to 200% of the site area covered by foliage. 3️⃣ A New Legacy: The Urban Forest is part of a broader initiative to create a legacy for Brisbane as it hosts the Olympics. Queensland Premier Steven Miles has pledged to prioritise greener and cleaner building materials, ensuring that the Olympic infrastructure contributes to sustainable development in the region. 🌟 As urban areas grapple with environmental challenges, the urban forest is a blueprint for future developments. Construction and real estate stakeholders must prioritise sustainability and innovation to create livable spaces harmonising with nature. 🔗 For more insights on how the Urban Forest plans to redefine sustainable living in Brisbane and set new standards for urban architecture, read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/gDXYyWCP 🗣️ #questionforgroup: How can other cities learn from Brisbane's Urban Forest initiative to enhance sustainability in urban development? What role do you think innovative architecture plays in promoting environmental responsibility? #sustainablearchitecture #greenbuilding #brisbane #urbandevelopment #brisbane2032 #urbanforest #rivercity #westend #olympics #architecture #netzero

🌳 The Urban Forest in the Rivercity — Plans for World’s Greenest Skyscraper 🏙️ As Brisbane prepares for the 2032 Olympics, Aria Property Group is taking bold strides to position the city as a global leader in sustainable architecture with plans for the "Urban Forest," a 30-storey residential skyscraper that aspires to be the world’s greenest building. 🔎 What You Need to Know: 1️⃣ A Vision for Sustainability: The Urban Forest project aims to integrate nature into urban living by featuring 827 trees and 27,000 plants throughout its structure. This ambitious design enhances the aesthetic appeal and promotes environmental sustainability, making Brisbane comparable to green heavyweights like Singapore. 2️⃣ Architectural Innovation: Designed by renowned architect Koichi Takada, the Urban Forest will celebrate Brisbane's sub-tropical climate while incorporating features that mimic the native Moreton Bay Fig Tree. The design emphasises timber and green spaces, targeting up to 200% of the site area covered by foliage. 3️⃣ A New Legacy: The Urban Forest is part of a broader initiative to create a legacy for Brisbane as it hosts the Olympics. Queensland Premier Steven Miles has pledged to prioritise greener and cleaner building materials, ensuring that the Olympic infrastructure contributes to sustainable development in the region. 🌟 As urban areas grapple with environmental challenges, the urban forest is a blueprint for future developments. Construction and real estate stakeholders must prioritise sustainability and innovation to create livable spaces harmonising with nature. 🔗 For more insights on how the Urban Forest plans to redefine sustainable living in Brisbane and set new standards for urban architecture, read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/gFs2M42h 🗣️ #questionforgroup: How can other cities learn from Brisbane's Urban Forest initiative to enhance sustainability in urban development? What role do you think innovative architecture plays in promoting environmental responsibility? #sustainablearchitecture #greenbuilding #brisbane #urbandevelopment #brisbane2032 #urbanforest #rivercity #westend #olympics #architecture #netzero

 The Iconic Tower in Egypt's New Administrative Capital The Iconic Tower is a towering landmark located in Egypt's New Administrative Capital, a city being developed to serve as the country's new governmental and administrative hub. The tower is set to become a symbol of modernity and progress, showcasing Egypt's ambition to create a world-class city. Standing at an impressive height of 385 meters, the Iconic Tower will be the tallest building in Egypt and one of the tallest in Africa. The design of the tower is inspired by ancient Egyptian architecture, with a sleek and futuristic twist that reflects the city's vision for the future. The Iconic Tower will house a variety of facilities, including office spaces, luxury apartments, a hotel, restaurants, and observation decks offering panoramic views of the city. The tower will also feature a sky bridge connecting two of its towers, adding to its unique architectural design. One of the most striking features of the Iconic Tower is its sustainable design. The building will incorporate green building technologies to reduce energy consumption and carbon emissions, making it an environmentally friendly structure that aligns with global sustainability goals. The construction of the Iconic Tower is a testament to Egypt's commitment to modernization and development. It serves as a beacon of progress, signaling the country's readiness to embrace the future and compete on a global scale. In conclusion, the Iconic Tower in Egypt's New Administrative Capital is set to be a remarkable addition to the city's skyline. With its impressive height, innovative design, and sustainable features, the tower is poised to become a symbol of Egypt's aspirations for a prosperous and thriving future.

#News: A team of international placemaking experts has been appointed to help set out the future vision for developing #Liverpool’s iconic waterfront. West 8 & BDP (Building Design Partnership Ltd), who have led on major schemes in New York, Toronto, Shanghai, Melbourne, Rotterdam and Hamburg, have been chosen by the City Council to work on creating an ambitious and visionary plan for Liverpool’s iconic waterfront over the next 25 years. Their teams of landscape architects and urban designers will be supported by consultants at WSP (connectivity and movement) and ekosgen (social impact), to look at a 5 mile strip of the waterfront from the Festival Gardens site in the south to Bramley Moore Dock in the north. The Council intends that this plan will form part of an approach to ensure developments coming forward are more inclusive, and the strategy will identify key challenges and opportunities for change to maximise benefit for communities along and adjacent the waterfront. In addition, there are key challenges and opportunities around maximising investment opportunities and economic activity in the docks, connectivity and linkages – north/ south and west/east, public realm and quality of place, conservation and enhancement of the natural and historic environment, as well as climate change and the city’s ambition to deliver net zero by 2030. Liverpool’s draft waterfront plan will have seven defining aims: 1. Maximise the waterfront’s contribution to the city and city region’s economy. 2. Maximise the benefits of investment along the waterfront and ensure any revitalisation will benefit hinterland communities. 3. Enhance connectivity along the waterfront and in-land, promoting active travel. 4. Ensure the conservation and enhancement of the significance of the City’s heritage assets and support the interpretation of Liverpool’s distinct historic maritime environment. 5. Inspire excellence in quality of place and urban design, reconnect people with the water and reinforce the waterfront as a great location for business, homes, play, culture and tourism. 6. Identify key infrastructure needed to support the regeneration of the waterfront. 7. Consider environmental improvements and green infrastructure to improve the public realm and deliver sustainable, creative and innovative solutions to address the impact of climate change. It is intended that the final waterfront plan will be taken forward for adoption as a Supplementary Planning Document (SPD). Full story: https://lnkd.in/e-tgiqJ9 #TheNextChapter Liverpool BID Company I Royal Albert Dock Liverpool I National Museums Liverpool I Liverpool Waters I Liverpool ONE I The Yacht Club Liverpool I Baltic Triangle Area CIC I Nuala Gallagher I Samantha Campbell I Sophie Bevan I Jacqui McKinlay I Ian Williams I Claire McColgan CBE I Susan Finnegan I Camilla Mankabady I Matthew Ashton I Jenny Turnross I Kate Bull I Ben Heywood

In Aldea Zamá neighborhood of Riviera Maya, located within the city of Tulum, Quintana Roo state, Yucatán Peninsula, Mexico, Sordo Madaleno designed 38 apartments that aspire to blend naturally within their environment. With the natural environment at the forefront of their plans, the developers raised the structures off the ground to reduce the impact on the site. Raising the structure also allows for the passage of water underneath the structures if needed during large storms. The designers used locally sourced materials for the finishes, reducing the buildings carbon footprint and construction waste at the same time. Strategic placement of the units and their windows and doors, allowed the designers to emphasize natural sunlight throughout the interior spaces and also direct air flow throughout the site, which helps regulate temperatures. The designers also worked to help regulate temperatures by creating screens of natural material across the rooftops of the buildings, this provides shade to reduce solar gain on the residences. A combination of gardens, terraces, courtyards and patios are scattered throughout the site, offering residents a stronger connection to the natural environment, while also further regulating temperatures. Communal public spaces allow for residents to build a stronger sense of community and belonging, which is important for multi-family developments in the short and long term. With multi-family housing becoming a such a lucrative choice for developers, it’s important that we are cognizant of the strain that these larger projects can have on our natural environment. By designing projects that blend within our natural environment, using locally sourced and natural materials, and have minimal impact on sensitive sites, we can build a more sustainable world. We’re all in this together #multifamilyhousing #multifamily #design #architecture #architecturaldesign #urbandesign #urbanplanning #design #sustainable #sustainability #sustainabledesign #renewable #recycledmaterials #locallysourced #designbuild

Timber City Scandinavian design meets sustainability in the ambitious Stockholm Wood City, set to become the world’s largest mass-timber development. With its serene forest-inspired aesthetic, this visionary project will span 250,000 square meters in the Sickla neighborhood, offering 7,000 office spaces and 2,000 homes. Designed by Henning Larsen and White Arkitekter, the city will seamlessly blend nature with urban life, incorporating green roofs, expansive windows, and sustainable materials like engineered wood that sequesters carbon and reduces emissions. The development promises to redefine modern living with its emphasis on well-being, rapid construction, and a harmonious relationship with the environment. Set to break ground in 2025 and open in 2027, Stockholm Wood City isn’t just a place to live; it’s a testament to the future of eco-friendly urban design. https://lnkd.in/gQ-nh5Ug

Proud to be involved!!!!! Riviera Tower, 50 floors luxury residential tower, The Ellinikon, Athens, Greece The tallest green beachfront building in the whole Mediterranean Riviera Tower, designed by architects Foster+Partners, will be the first landmark to take shape at The Ellinikon urban development project, an ambitious regeneration scheme for the Greek capital’s former airport site. The €8bn master plan includes the creation of a world-class Metropolitan Park covering an area of 2 million m², as well as extensive enhancement of the coastal front. This emphasis on green regeneration will be showcased in the Riviera Tower, which features distinctive ‘hanging gardens’, with dominant green spaces and water features, natural light and unobstructed sea views. Buro Happold is working alongside Foster+Partners on the project, across a broad range of engineering disciplines, ensuring the building’s green design approach translates into its credentials as a landmark building for sustainability-focused living. The planning laws of Athens dictate that nothing can be allowed to over-shadow the city’s historic Acropolis. As 200 meters is the maximum height permissible, Riviera Tower will never be superseded as the capital’s tallest building, while, at this height, it is the tallest, green beachfront tower in the whole of the Mediterranean. The tower will house 180 apartments on 50 floors. In a complex piece of engineering, the design connects what is effectively two towers with a spine composed of high-rise gardens and infinity swimming pools alternating on each of the floors. Riviera Tower is a next-generation example of biophilic design — an approach that brings the built environment and the natural landscape into greater harmony. A holistic approach to sustainable resources, low-embodied and operational energy and symbiosis with the unique ecology of the Mediterranean landscape. The result will set a new global standard for luxury residential design, with the highest environmental credentials — an important fact, these days, for any significant long-term and future-proof investment. ALUMIL Systems selected for the project include top of the range solutions: ✔ Special slim sliding doors based on ALUMIL Supreme Sliding Solutions with ALUMIL S650 Phos (means light in Greek), including special corner typologies. ✔Special slim curtainwall with ALUMIL M35 system, maximizing vision areas in high performance ✔Custom designed curtainwall system based on ALUMIL M60, maximizing energy efficiency, security levels and structural rigidity ✔Custom designed railing system based on ALUMIL M8200 for robust glass railings of highest aesthetics Big THANK YOU to all project stakeholders!!!!!! #AlumilMiddleEast #ALUMIL #BuildingExcellenceEveryDay #ProudToBeInvolved #AluminiumSystem #Performance #Innovation #Sustainability #RnD #AestheticDesign #SUPREME #Phos #RIVIERA #BiophilicDesign