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The New Earth Abundancia Regenerative Eco Resort is a groundbreaking project, designed to showcase the future of biophilic architecture, natural building materials, permaculture principles, and renewable energy. We are honored to be the architectural and design partner for this visionary development, tackling the housing challenges of today—environmental destruction, toxic materials, and disconnection from nature. This project creates regenerative, healthy spaces where people can experience and learn about a new way of living, one that harmonizes with the earth and promotes self-sufficiency. With a team that has overseen over $7B in global development and led by top sustainable developers in Costa Rica, this resort is part of a larger vision: the 2,400+ acre Abundancia Regenerative Community. Designed to provide food, water, and energy sustainably, this eco-village is a model for future living—where residents thrive in harmony with nature and each other, on the pristine west coast of Costa Rica.

🌍 W2W Project at Sustainable Places 2024! 🌍 🏫 We are excited to share that the Wood2Wood Project was represented at the Sustainable Places Conference 2024, held in Luxembourg on 23-25 September 2024. This annual event fosters networking and collaboration among multidisciplinary experts working towards creating #sustainable environments. ✔️ Akrivi Korba from I-SENSEGroup/ICCS presented the Wood2Wood Project concept during the Circular and Bio-based Building Solutions session, joining forces with other EU-funded projects such as BIO4EEB, EASI ZERo, Reincarnate, MEZeroE, and DeCO2 Horizon Europe Project. Together, partners coming from these initiatives discussed strategies to enhance #energy efficiency and achieve #climate-neutral construction using #BiobasedSolutions. 🟤 #W2Wproject aims to develop and validate a comprehensive framework for multi-dimensional cascade valorisation of #wood from #Construction & #Demolition (C&D) and #furniture #waste. Find out more about the project ➡️ https://lnkd.in/eAkQBx9k 🙏 We're so happy to be part of this collaboration and look forward to future synergies for a more sustainable and energy-efficient future! #SustainablePlaces2024 #CircularEconomy #Circularity #WoodWaste #FurnitureWaste #ClimateNeutrality #EnergyEfficiency #Sustainability #HorizonEurope

In Garralda, Navarre, Spain, two contemporary farmhouses strived to seemlessly blend into their historic surroundings. The simplistic approach to the homes designs, is to recreate the existing stylistic detailing of the existing town. Rectangular homes with steep rooves and locally sourced natural materials reduce the structures overall Impact as well as a means of low energy living. Strategic placement of openings in the facade allow for the infiltration of natural sunlight and airflow throughout the structures. Cross-Laminated timber facade window coverings, protect from inclimate weather and allow for filtered sunlight during summer months to reduce solar gain. Beyond achieving Passivhaus standards at an environmental level (reduction of the carbon footprint, maintenance of the water cycle, promotion of biodiversity), the homes also strived to meet social (improvement of the quality of life and habitability conditions, linkage with the collective memory of the place), as well as economic (promotion of the circular economy) achievement ratings. It is more important than ever that we work to preserve and protect the cultures of our individual villages, towns, cities, and regions. This preservation is a large part of sustainability in the built environment. Sustainability isn’t just one thing, it’s a conglomeration of multiple aspects of living that create a better world for us all. We’re all in this together #sustainable #sustainableliving #sustainabledesign #sustainablearchitecture #architecture #architecturaldesign #passivehouse #sustainability #renewablematerials #recycledmaterials #locallysourced #lowimpacthousing #renewableenergy

September to November is unfolding as a period of exciting momentum for us! Straight from ISWA World Congress in Cape Town, W2W project went to Sustainable Places Conference 2024 held in Luxembourg on 23-25 September, an annual event that fosters networking and collaboration among multidisciplinary experts working towards creating #sustainable environments. Akrivi Korba from I-SENSEGroup/ICCS presented the Wood2Wood Project concept during the Circular and Bio-based Building Solutions session, collaborating with other EU-funded projects such as BIO4EEB, EASI ZERo, Reincarnate, MEZeroE, and DeCO2 Horizon Europe Project. The EU initiatives discussed strategies to enhance #energyefficiency and achieve #climate-neutral construction using #BiobasedSolutions🟤 📅 Next up is ECOMONDO - ITALIAN EXHIBITION GROUP between Nov 5-8 🌍🇮🇹 W2W project aims to develop and validate a comprehensive framework for multi-dimensional cascade valorisation of #wood from #Construction & #Demolition (C&D) and #furniture #waste. Find out more about the project ➡️ https://lnkd.in/eAkQBx9k #Wood2WoodEUProject #W2WEUProject #Robotics #WoodWasteValorisation #WoodWaste #CircularEconomy

⚠ Don't miss the chance to be part of the sustainable construction revolution! Join the interactive (RE)CONSTRUCTION event for free from December 9th to 13th. Access the link and sign up: https://lnkd.in/djdfviPi ⚠ Did you know oyster shells can become a sustainable alternative to marble and granite? That’s the groundbreaking solution from the EcoOstras Project, a youth-led initiative born in Florianópolis, one of Brazil’s leading mariculture hubs. But here’s the issue: improper disposal of oyster shells and plastics severely impacts the local environment, causing river sedimentation and marine pollution that harm regional ecosystems. EcoOstras turns waste into opportunity, recycling shells into eco-friendly coatings. This not only reduces environmental damage but also boosts the local economy by embracing circular economy principles. The project also empowers young girls, teaching them innovation, entrepreneurship, and sustainability—building leaders for tomorrow. Would you use oyster shells in your home design? 🌍💡 ✉DM for credits #EcoInnovation #CircularEconomy #SustainableLiving #GreenDesign

Sierra Sathorn: A Bangkok Condominium Embracing Biodiversity through Urban Terrarium Design • Amidst the densely populated urban landscape of Bangkok, Thailand, Redland-scape.LTD has created a remarkable "urban terrarium prototype" known as Sierra Sathorn, which aims to restore biodiversity and address pressing climate challenges. • This unique condominium features repurposed podium structures transformed into mountainous, woodland, and river ecosystems, offering a diverse habitat for flora and fauna. • Sierra Sathorn incorporates mid-height and rooftop gardens, open greening, sports and recreational areas, swimming pools, and a sky forest, all integrated into the building's fabric. • The design emphasizes the reintroduction of native plant species, reflecting the rich wilderness of Southeast Asia, and employs the Miyawaki afforestation principle for self-regulating ecosystems. • Advanced design elements address air quality through oxygen production and carbon dioxide sequestration, while stormwater is managed through run-off channels and siphoned into the greenery for natural evaporation and absorption. • This project highlights the importance of collaboration between architects and landscape architects to achieve meaningful biodiversity integration in urban development. • While Sierra Sathorn stands as an exceptional example, there is a need for broader recognition and implementation of nature-centric design principles in architecture and urban planning to mitigate the ecological impact of rapid urbanization. https://lnkd.in/gMsfWW9k

🌱 Inspired by nature, designed for the modern world. 🏙️ Permaculture is a sustainable design approach that mimics natural ecosystems, to work with nature rather than against it. From harvesting rainwater to incorporating infiltration basins, investing in permaculture supports long-term sustainability and helps to create more resilient environments. ➡️ Swipe through to explore how permaculture principles can shape a more sustainable future. 🌍  #PolypipeMiddleEast #Permaculture #Sustainability

Hempcrete has a vast potential for environmental sustainability, especially when compared to the problematic Plain Concrete. Ellen takes us for a closer look. Hempcrete: Sustainable Building for Clean Living https://lnkd.in/gPmxTPZE

Distrito Natural and Petit Village: collaborative wooden homes for a sustainable world Buildings and the construction sector account for approximately 21% of global greenhouse gas emissions, according to the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP). In particular, buildings were responsible for 34% of global energy demand in 2022. The six-point annual reduction estimated in 2015 to meet the 2030 decarbonization goals has now increased to ten points per year. Given these figures, it’s clear that one of the major challenges we face in the first half of the 21st century is the urgent need to rethink the places we inhabit.

Exploring Hempcrete's Potential in Sustainable Construction. At The Offsite Guide, we are committed to spearheading sustainability in the building industry. Our latest focus is on Hempcrete, an innovative construction material known for its ecological and health benefits. Made from hemp fibres and lime, Hempcrete not only significantly enhances thermal insulation but also offers a carbon-negative footprint, effectively reducing a building's environmental impact. Its permeable nature also promotes healthier indoor climates by preventing moisture-related issues. Join us in exploring the sustainable advantages and practical applications of Hempcrete in modern construction. Read more about how Hempcrete is setting new standards for eco-friendly building practices on our blog: https://lnkd.in/eaAMV-ki #SustainableConstruction #Hempcrete #BuildingTheFuture