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In southern Ørestad in Denmark, an innovative and sustainable residential concept in timber has emerged. The five buildings, with a total area of 35,000 m², have been developed by integrating all 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Södra delivered cross-laminated timber (CLT) for Kronen, Denmark’s highest and largest apartment building in timber at the time of construction. - We see timber and bio-based products as natural components of tomorrow’s building materials. From a sustainability perspective, the UN17 Village project was, and is, a spectacular initiative that is showing today what will be required from the construction industry in the future but is also showing what is possible. While UN17 Village was a one-of-a-kind project when it started, we are now seeing and hearing about similar initiatives. I think this is the way forward for the industry and something we’ll be seeing a lot of in the future, said Kenny C. Holm Holm, Market Manager for Södra Building System Denmark.

❓ How can we build and live without destroying our existence? 🏘️ A good example of this is the pioneering UN17 Village project, which is being built on the southern outskirts of Copenhagen starting in 2019 and is probably the most ambitious housing development in the world today. 🌱Covering an area of 35,000 square metres, UN17 Village will provide homes and living space for more than 800 people when it is completed in 2024. There will be flats for families, singles over 45 and students. The smaller and cheaper the flats, the larger the communal areas. There will also be a cinema, sports facilities and a café. Its realisation and future operation will be based on the 17 Sustainable Development Goals of the United Nations. One main focus: Livability, affordability and sustainability must go hand in hand. The project was developed by real estate investor Nrep in collaboration with the Lendager Group and Sweco Architects Denmark, Artelia Denmark, CG Jensen A/S and SLA (all from Denmark). 🏗️ In addition to the consistent use of upcycled materials in the construction of the five apartment blocks, the new neighbourhood is designed to be sustainable in many ways. Each block has a roof garden and a rainwater collection system. There are also solar panels to generate electricity. Some buildings are even designed to generate more energy than they need, which is then strategically distributed to other buildings. In addition, the wood used is not treated with chemicals and as little bentonite as possible is used. This will reduce the project's CO2 emissions by 30%. As a development project, the new housing estate will be an open laboratory for researching, developing and implementing sustainable solutions in the property sector. myclimate is also involved in this project. The myclimate partner Rotpunkt Küchen GmbH is equipping all the apartments with its kitchens. And who wants to move in? #myclimate #sdg #sustainableliving #sustainabledevelopmentgoals #architecture #sustainablearchitecture #community Pictures: Sweco Architects

🚧 Australia’s New City: Bradfield Eyes Timber as Hub Takes Shape 🇦🇺The NSW government is building the country's most advanced manufacturing research hub in Western Sydney, with the Bradfield City Centre set to host Australia's first mass timber and concrete Advanced Manufacturing Research Facility. 🔍 Why This Matters: 1️⃣ Innovative Construction: The three-storey "Building Two," part of the Bradfield City Centre, will be a landmark in prefab and modular construction. It follows "Building One," also made of timber and concrete, which is set to open later this year. 2️⃣ Strategic Location: Scheduled to open alongside the new Western Sydney International Airport, these buildings are central to Western Sydney’s master plan to create an ecosystem for advanced manufacturing. The region spans from the Blue Mountains to Fairfield and Hawkesbury to Wollondilly, connected by the Western Sydney Airport and Bradfield City Centre. 3️⃣ Economic Impact: The project will generate almost 300 construction jobs and over 400 positions for engineers, researchers, support staff, and high-tech businesses. It aims to catalyse an innovation ecosystem in Western Sydney, driving economic growth in Australia’s fastest-growing economic corridor. 🔨 The new facility, spanning three levels and over 12,000 square metres, will focus on microelectronics and semiconductor packaging. It will house a high-bay advanced manufacturing hall, research laboratories, cleanrooms, and collaboration spaces, supporting industry-aligned commercial tenants. ♻️ Sustainable Design: Designed by Architectus, Aileen Sage Architects, and Jacobs in consultation with First Nations spatial design practice Bangawarra, the building will aim for a 5-star Green Star rating and a Net Zero Operational Carbon rating. It will integrate hybrid mass timber, low-carbon concrete materials, a bio-solar roof, water conservation systems, and solar shading. 🔗 For more insights and to read the full article, visit: https://lnkd.in/eqKunS5z 🗣️ #questionforgroup: How do you think the integration of advanced manufacturing hubs and sustainable design will shape the future of urban development? Share your thoughts and let us know! WoodSolutions #bradfieldcity #advancedmanufacturing #timberconstruction #masstimber #masstimberconstruction #architecture #sustainablearchitecture #nswpol #nawgov #innovationhub #greenbuilding #netzero2030 #concrete #steel #prefab #modular #urbanregeneration #netzero #woodsolutions #westernsydney #woodcentral #woodcentralau1 #crosslaminatedtimber

Exciting news in the world of sustainable construction! Cross-laminated timber (CLT) is making waves with the world's largest CLT new city in advanced planning in Sweden. Did you know that CLT, besides its structural benefits, also acts as a carbon sink, storing carbon and paving the way for a more sustainable future? Sweden has taken the lead in sustainable construction with the world's largest Green Steelworks and with Sweden's advanced modular construction in CLT for inclusive, affordable, and social housing over the decades with great design, detailing and finishes. Our Thrive Alliance consortia, meeting at Australia's first CLT Sporting Stadium Hotel, the new Adelaide Oval Hotel, built in less than 12 months , is a testament to our commitment. We are leveraging our reference of 100,000 major CLT urban projects worldwide to plan scalable solutions to Australia's housing crisis. Our sustainable CLT offering, up to 75% faster than slow inefficient custom construction methods, is making a significant difference across Australia. Australia is facing its worst shortfall in affordable and social dwellings in history, but with CLT's fast-to-market solutions and no waste of valuable building materials, we can make a difference. Let's follow Sweden's lead and build a sustainable future for all. Thriveconstruct.com.au The Thrive Alliance consortia members' capability is up to 40,000 inclusive quality residential grade mid-rise apartments per year in Australia, which will go a long way to assisting in solving the chronic shortage of affordable and social dwellings across Australia, especially in clusters in Australia's vast Metropolitan Railway station infrastructure with a walkable distance for an inclusive "Essential Workers"-+ accommodation to allow easy access to their jobs, schools, shopping and amenities. #Australia #ThriveAlliance #CLT #SpeedtoMarket #housingcrisis

"Projects like this promise to provide high-quality, low-carbon housing to communities, while influencing global transformation in the built environment. This pioneering effort signifies a fundamental shift towards sustainable, efficient, and scalable housing solutions. As this exemplary project is completed, its innovations will be poised to scale up, shaping the future of affordable housing and sustainable construction around the world." Thank you to our amazing team for holding fast to a shared vision of affordable, beautiful, sustainable and healthy housing for all people, especially to our incredible Brightworkers Yukari Jenny Kubo, Jeffery Frost, Angela Wisely and Aurora Jensen. Factory OS Autodesk MBH Architects Krysler & Associates Ecovative - the mycelium technology company "Phoenix is more than just a housing project; it is a testament to the power of innovative technology and interdisciplinary collaboration. By harnessing computational resources, the project changes the standard for typical multi-family projects in the San Francisco Bay Area, ushering in a future where affordability, sustainability, and speed of construction converge harmoniously for the betterment of society and the planet." #mycelium #sustainabledesign #affordablehousing #oakland #sustainabledevelopment #healthybuildings #equity #netzero #embodiedcarbon #carbonemissions #emissionsreduction ArchDaily https://lnkd.in/gY4TAugk

Reflecting on over a decade of sustainability and MMC development work, as well as the founding of Buildeco in 2013. As 2024 approaches, I've gained valuable insights into my architectural journey. At the outset of my career with George Wimpey's architectural office, designing housing schemes that utilised their patented "No-Fines" system, I recognised alternative and more economical approaches to scalable building delivery. This experience planted the seed of innovative thinking. Since establishing my architectural practice in 1984, with a focus on environmental solutions, I introduced the term eco-functional architects to AEA, considering that the word 'Sustainability' only gained prominence in the 90s. A decade ago, I set out to approach things differently, foreseeing Modern Methods of Construction (MMC) as the future. I revisited my 2013 presentation, a comprehensive compilation of 120 slides. It began with an exploration of the universe, traversing the solar system, Earth, the emergence of modern humans 55,000 years ago, and the profound impact of the Industrial Revolution. At the core of my inquiry was the fundamental question, 'What is Sustainability?' This exploration led me to coin the phrase 'Protecting the elements of human needs.' The timing proved opportune, aligning with Mayor Boris Johnson's 2013 commitment to the London Housing Strategy, creating a climate for increased housing delivery. This presented a novel market and fresh opportunities for an innovative approach to housing delivery through MMC. Despite approaching several Tier 1 contractors, none expressed interest in the MMC methodology, reflecting the industry's inherent risk aversion, shared with many housing clients. From the outset, Buildeco's approach has centred around the utilisation of a MMC panelised kit-of-parts. This strategy has yielded notable achievements over the years, including winning an ideas competition to deliver 1 million homes in 2017 and being a finalist in 2019 with our Elastic Houses. In 2018, we published a research paper on timber MMC, and in 2021, we received an Honorary Mention for the Jamaican Prime Minister’s MMC Housing initiative. Our completed social housing project, constructed from a kit-of-parts, has remained defect-free for three years. Looking ahead to 2024, we are actively involved in several research projects funded by Innovate UK. Additionally, we are working on innovative solutions poised to disrupt the MMC market in both new build and retrofit applications. Wishing you all a Merry Christmas and looking forward to 2024. #cop28 #climatechange #netzero #sustainable #esg #mmc #offsite #kitofparts #futureproofed #disruptors #innovators #P-DfMA+DRR #architects #designers #government #dluhc #homesengland #gla #socialhousing #localauthorities #housingassociations 

🌍 Vienna and Vancouver: The Rise of the Cross-Atlantic Timber Twins! 🪵In a new collaboration, the cities of Vienna and Vancouver are setting new standards in sustainable urban development as part of "Vienna House" in Vancouver and "Vancouver House" in Vienna. These innovative initiatives address the affordable housing crisis through low-carbon, mass timber construction systems. 🔎 Key Insights: 1️⃣ Cross-Continental Collaboration: Stemming from a partnership forged between the two cities and the University of British Columbia, these projects exemplify how international collaboration can drive forward sustainable urban solutions. 2️⃣ Innovative Design and Sustainability: "Vancouver House" in Vienna, with its 107 subsidised rental units, is designed to be a beacon of affordable, climate-resilient housing. Utilising wood-concrete composite slabs and cross-laminated timber walls, the project is a testament to the potential of mass timber in urban housing. 3️⃣ Promoting Low-Carbon Solutions: Both projects are part of a broader effort by the respective cities to embrace mass timber solutions. By prioritising sustainable materials and innovative construction methods, Vienna and Vancouver lead by example in the global shift towards green building practices. 🤔 #questionforgroup: How can other cities draw inspiration from the Vienna and Vancouver collaboration to incorporate mass timber and other sustainable practices into their urban development projects? What challenges and opportunities do you foresee in scaling such initiatives globally? 🔗 Discover the Future of Urban Housing: https://lnkd.in/gNgVnbGn 💬 Engage in the conversation about the role of international collaboration in advancing sustainable urban development and the transformative power of mass timber in the construction industry. #sustainabledevelopment #masstimber #masstimberconstruction #construction #engineering #architectureanddesign #architecture #urbanplanning #urbandevelopment #urbandesign #netzero2050 #netzerocarbon #lowcarbon #housingaffordability #housingcrisis #greenbuilding #crosslaminatedtimber #solarenergy #vienna #vancouver #collaboration #woodcentral #woodcentralau1 #timber #woodsolutions #theultimaterenewable

Around one million British pounds have been sourced to fund the Deep Retrofitting project of the 107 Niddrie Road tenement in Glasgow, as per the Scottish Housing News article in 2021. This sandstone tenement is a historic building from before 1919, representing about one-fifth of Glasgow's housing stock. Led by the Southside Housing Association 🏡, the scheme resulted in eight renovated social housing rental flats adopting the Passivhaus enerPHit standards. The case study demonstrates an example of retrofitting an old & cold building to be healthy and affordable regarding rent and energy bills. In this case study for the RE-DWELL — MSCA-ITN knowledge base, I was curious to find out: What decisions have John Gilbert Architects made to retrofit this pre-1919 building with genuine care for Climate and Health? Interesting Highlights: - Care for Climate + Health = Low energy consumption + Low carbon emissions + Ensuring the health and wellbeing of future dwellers. - A retrofitted fabric might still leak air, accumulate moisture, and cause dampness. An illustration (Figure 2 in Images) highlights an example differentiating between a common practice approach to retrofitting and the approach adopted for this project, showing "the devil in details". The "Sustainable Renovation" guidelines from The Scottish Ecological Design Association (SEDA) are worth checking; links are provided. It has beautiful hand-drawn illustrations explaining lots of details. - Insights on replicating this retrofitting process on a large scale. - The scheme's connection to seven of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). You can find valuable references and videos for the case study (all in one place!). The recent report on this project from the UK Collaborative Centre for Housing Evidence (CaCHE) presents research evaluations in collaboration with residents, including a cost-benefit analysis. Thank you Chris Morgan for introducing me to this project! Thank you Professor Karim Hadjri and Professor Leandro Madrazo for peer-reviewing the case study. I hope you enjoy checking it out! #retrofitting #retrofit #sustainablearchitecture #sdgs #affordability #affordablehousing #healthandwellbeing #healthyhomes #passivhaus #sustainability #cop28 #scotland

In Stuttgart-Vaihingen, a new building complex is being built on an area of 170,000 m² for Allianz AG, one of the largest insurers in the world. The new headquarters is scheduled for completion in 2025 and will provide space for around 4,500 employees. On the construction site, it is clear to see how the façade is taking shape and almost completely enveloping the building. The interior work is also making considerable progress and is in full swing. Further information about the project: Three individual buildings are grouped around a 100-year-old oak tree like a campus. A high-rise building, as an integrated solitaire, defines the central main entrance with the oak tree and thus emphasises the new location. The basement, which connects everything, with its central uses such as canteens, event and sports areas, offers the meeting and communication areas necessary for a modern company today. Allianz Deutschland AG is realising a complex sustainability concept with Allianz Park. The aim is to achieve DGNB platinum certification. Photovoltaic systems are installed on the roof surfaces, a geothermal system uses geothermal energy and concrete core activation helps to optimise the indoor climate. A key aspect of the Allianz design is its positive impact on the urban climate. This includes the decision in favour of several buildings at different heights instead of one compact large building, the rounded shape of the individual buildings and, most importantly, the staggered arrangement of the buildings on the site. These measures enable the best possible and unhindered air flow towards the city centre. Photo: ©Niels Schubert

🌱 Explore REVOLVE’s 52nd issue to read more on sustainable spaces! 🏠📈 With rising rent and house prices, housing costs can be a significant burden for citizens. In 2021, 10.4% of urban dwellers faced additional housing expenses that accounted for over 40% of their disposable income. 🏢🔧 To address this social challenge, the Energy Performance of Buildings Directive (#EPBD) aims to reduce energy bills by renovating European buildings, thereby creating more sustainable living spaces. https://lnkd.in/etWRhq-F Neutelings Riedijk Architects