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ADAM Architecture are proud to support an insightful new report on 20-minute neighbourhoods, published by Dr Husam AlWaer, Reader in Sustainable Urban Design at the University of Dundee, titled 'Understanding the 20-Minute Neighbourhood: Making opportunities for people to live well locally'. Delighted to support alongside Urban Design Group, Sustrans, Corstorphine & Wright, Hilson Moran, Proctor & Matthews Architects and SURF - Scotland's Regeneration Forum. It is intended for anyone who wants to improve their understanding of the meaning and implications of 20-minute neighbourhoods. The guide takes readers through key considerations for a 20-minute neighbourhood strategy. This includes the following ideas: • Understanding and articulating the desired outcomes that politicians, planners, architects, urban designers and other decision makers want to achieve. • Correctly assembling the means – mechanisms, levers, triggers and causal factors – necessary to produce a 20-minute neighbourhood. • Defining changes and behaviours for successful 20-minute neighbourhoods, noting the concept's diverse interpretations and priorities, tailored to specific contexts and circumstances. Please find further insights in the report accessible through the link provided below. https://lnkd.in/evQ2_rTA

In the dynamic landscape of South African urban development, sustainable architecture should not only focus on environmental responsibility. It is an increasingly powerful narrative tool, shaping the identity of our cities using the voices of our communities. Read more: https://bit.ly/3uUZVG5 #solidgreen #sustainablearchitecture #greenbuilding

It's impossible to ignore the two biggest issues at hand in Ontario; housing affordability and urban density. The challenges are markers of several things from economic environment to the quality of life for future generations and at Studio VMA we aim to create spaces that innovate and benefits today's society and future generations. Check out our latest blog post talking all about this dual dilemma: #ontariohousing #housingaffordability #ontariohomes #ontariobuilding #architect #architecture #construction

We’re delighted to be a sponsor of this report, along with ADAM Architecture. Led by the University of Dundee and Dr Husam AlWaer B.Arch, MRTPI, Ph.D, BREEAM AP, AoU, UDG, this collectively produced report provides timely guidance on how to deliver 20 Minute Neighbourhoods to all professionals within the built environment. Our employees Hal Mellen and Alessandro Venerandi noted 4 main takeaways from the launch event at the V&A in Dundee on the 19th April: 🏢 Densities ranging from 50 to 90 people per hectare (depending on connectivity) are necessary to establish the critical mass needed to support facilities within a 10-minute walking radius. This equates to roughly 25-45 dwellings per hectare. An achievable target but higher than the typical delivery of house across the country. ✨ It’s not just about quantity, quality is important too. There is no benefit in living close to doctors’ surgery if you can’t get an appointment. For this reason, qualitative assessments must be tied to quantitative ones in the delivery of 20 minute neighbourhoods. 🏘️ Achieving 20 minute neighbourhoods in rural locations can be difficult since there won’t be the critical mass of people needed to support certain facilities. In these instances, villages and hamlets should be grouped and connected by high quality active travel infrastructure and public transport links. ↩️ Feedback loops are essential for delivery. Unless a public body acts as an arbiter for the policy and tracks progress towards its achievement over time, walkable places that support sustainable lifestyles won’t be realised.

🌆 The Skyline of Innovation: High-Rise Structures in the USA. Every major American city's skyline tells a story of desire, innovation, and architectural marvels. High-rise buildings, dubbed "icons of progress," have come to symbolize economic growth and urban development across the country. These structures, ranging in height from the One World Trade Center in New York to the Salesforce Tower in San Francisco, are not only instances of incredible engineering, but also symbols of our dynamic culture. They represent the convergence of cutting-edge technology, environmentally friendly approaches, and an uncompromising commitment to pushing boundaries, both literally and metaphorically. 🚀 Innovation at Its Peak: High-rise building construction integrates structural engineering, cutting-edge materials, and cutting-edge design in a multidisciplinary approach. The use of energy-efficient systems and green technologies in these towers is setting new standards for sustainable urban living. 🏗️ Challenges and Triumphs: Building up brings its own set of challenges. Wind resistance, seismic activity, and urban density are all critical factors for engineers and architects to consider. However, every challenge is met with success, as each new structure increases the standard for what is possible. 🌍 Impact on Urban Landscapes: Aside from aesthetics, high-rise buildings play a significant role in addressing urban concerns such as population growth and land scarcity. By optimizing vertical space, they contribute to the creation of compact, walkable communities that are better suited to meet future demands. As we continue to innovate and build to the sky, high-rise structures will play an increasingly important role in creating the American urban landscape. They are more than just buildings; they are symbols of our collective desire to achieve new heights. #Architecture #UrbanDevelopment #HighRise #Innovation #Sustainability #Engineering

Nowadays, numerous proposals exemplify the connection of people with underutilized open and public spaces through architectural interventions, whether temporary or permanent. These proposals share a common element of contextual understanding and adaptive planning to specific needs. #architecture #publicspace #adaptivereuse

Dear colleagues, for those of you focused on addressing the critical challenges in urban planning and architecture, in particular, #HeatMitigation and #Comfort in the #BuiltEnvironment, I would like to invite you to contribute your valuable work to our #CallForPapers for a significant Research Topic in the journal Frontiers in Built Environment (IF 3), titled #BeyondTheHeat: Innovations in Buildings and Planning for Cooler Cities. This special issue will be co-edited by myself alongside distinguished colleagues: Ioannis Kousis, Laura Carlosena, Samira Garshasbi, Ansar Khan In our rapidly urbanizing world, the urgency to tackle #UrbanOverheating and #UrbanHeatIsland is paramount. This Research Topic seeks to advance our understanding of #innovative and #sustainable solutions supporting #ClimateChangeMitigationandAdaptation and #Resilience and enhancing #UrbanLivability. We invite contributions that explore effective strategies ranging from innovative #BuildingMaterials to #GreenInfrastructures, and from #Architectural solutions to comprehensive #UrbanPlanning approaches. For submission details and more information, please visit: https://lnkd.in/eq6FArAJ Your contribution is critical in driving the conversation on #Sustainable #UrbanDevelopment and combating the pressing issue of #UrbanOverheating and #Health in #Cities.

Human Space is collaborating with Waterfront Toronto to develop Waterfront Accessibility Design Guidelines, which will guide public realm design across the waterfront. For this project, Human Space assembled an integrated team that encompasses all areas of required expertise, including architecture, urban and landscape design, accessibility and inclusion. The team is working with Waterfront Toronto in the development of the Accessibility Framework, which will include principles and performance standards for inclusive design. Our approach to the work is organized into three key phases: the development of the Waterfront Advisory Committee on Accessibility (Waterfront ACA), consultation and education, and the development of the Accessibility Framework. Learn more about the process: https://lnkd.in/gbX4qPC3 City of Toronto #Accessibility #Inclusion #InclusiveDesign #AccessibleDesign #UniversalDesign #PublicSpace #BuiltEnvironment #Architecture

Exploring Urban Evolution: Reflecting on 30 Years of Change 🌇 | Dive into this insightful article from Architecture & Design that delves into how urban landscapes have transformed over three decades. As we develop the Harbour View district, this piece offers valuable perspectives on sustainable urban planning and community revitalization. A must-read for those interested in the future of city living and development. #UrbanDevelopment #SustainableCities #NanaimoHarbourView" [Read the full article here](https://lnkd.in/dK2tNqPP)

Hello! I’m Jeroen Bos — Netherlands based architect, member of New Urban Networks EU, and part of the Optoppen consortium. In 1985, my father built an extra floor on our home. As our family expanded and needed more space, the most logical solution was to build on top. 🏡 For me it feels obvious. If there is enough space, and legislation allows it, ‘optoppening’ presents an opportunity to cope with the housing shortage, store carbon in lightweight wooden construction, and to create more floor space in the city. By building up, we can finance the sustainability of existing buildings, give them a second life, and generate benefits for the current residents. For us at New Urban Networks, the power of Optoppen is the perfect solution for densification. Our research studies for municipalities, housing associations and the government architect have illustrated the many benefits optoppen can offer cities, building owners, and residents. Funded by Built by Nature and in collaboration with our research partners, we now have the opportunity to explore this further and identify the advantages and disadvantages in more granular detail. In the meantime, follow this page where I’ll be providing updates via my ‘Diary of an Optoppen.’ Over the course of 2024, I will be following the progress of an Optoppen project, looking at its financing, design, conversations with city planners, and its construction. I’d love to hear what you’d be interested to learn about – answers in the comments below! 👇 Whitby Wood Mule Studio New Urban Networks EU Holland Houtland Institute for Advanced Architecture of Catalonia Creative City Solutions Rising Tide