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In the Albanian capital city of Tirana, three new tree-topped skyscrapers are in the works to become a part of the skyline. The complex will be a combination of residential, commercial, retail, and hospitality. Tiered rooftop terraces will be lined with locally sourced native pine trees, which will act as a continuation of the existing pine forest surrounding the towers. A ground level plaza will connect the three towers, with tree lines promenades and gardens. Connecting the built and natural environments, the project will promote biodiversity in the city and region, while also promoting the benefits of urban forests. We’re All In This Together #sustainability #sustainabledesign #architecture #architecturaldesign #design #construction #skyscrapers #urbanforest #urbanforestry #greenbuilding #localnative #mixedusedevelopments #residentialtowers #realestate #cityplanning #urbandesign #urbanplanning #planning

🌿 The Fall 2024 Issue of Living Architecture Monitor (by Green Roofs for Healthy Cities) highlights the essential connection between human health and time spent in nature. It explores how landscape architects and designers are transforming rooftops in densely populated cities to bring more green space into urban environments. 🌆 From the iconic Millennium Park in Chicago to the innovative Salesforce Transit Center in San Francisco, these urban parks offer a mix of active and passive spaces, featuring diverse ecologies that promote well-being. 📖 Read more in the link below, and let us know—what's your favorite green roof park? #GreenRoofs #GreenRoof #RooftopFarm #Sustainability #GreenBuilding #Architecture #RooftopGarden #RooftopFarming #Biodiversity #Nature #HealthyLiving #MilleniumPark #UrbanLiving #LivingArchitecture

Definitely the first time I have used the phrase “intentionally naked” in a feature, this exploration into why we are seeing a timber revival in urban architecture is fascinating. From 33, Studio Weave’s townhouse-inspired viewing pavilion in Greenwich to Atrium Ljungberg’s 2.5m sq ft Wood City in Stockholm, there has been a shift when it comes to mass timber construction. Largely avoided for decades - especially in the UK and Europe - what is fuelling this resurgence? And now that a developer in Sweden is taking a punt on an entirely wooden district, could this open the floodgates for a very different style of placemaking and urban design in the not-too-distant future? Annica Ånäs Theodore Michell Bywater Properties Studio Weave https://lnkd.in/eAuTXFvM

Situated in a grove of indigenous milkwoods overlooking an expansive beach, this contemporary treehouse embraces the fundamentals of eco-conscious architecture. VISI #ecoconsciousarchitecture #timberdesign #WorthAssociates #UkarongaConstruction #ImagineBeyondPossibility

Volumetric, material and sustainable design study of a multi-level terraced architecture with horizontal, vertical greenery and communal roof garden. #pargpt #dalle3 #gpt #architecture #stablediffusion #prompt #aiarchitecture #comfyui #sustainabledesign （personal practice）

A Race for the Tallest Timber Tower? 🤔 Timber construction is reaching new heights—literally! From a 55-story mass timber skyscraper in Milwaukee to the world’s tallest wooden building in development, architects are embracing sustainable solutions to reduce the environmental impact of the construction industry. The proposed Milwaukee tower, designed by Michael Green Architects, could set a global benchmark for eco-friendly building, combining stunning aesthetics with carbon-saving potential. Discover how mass timber is transforming modern architecture: https://ow.ly/R9CO50UieZr #SustainableArchitecture #MassTimber #EcoFriendlyDesign #GreenBuilding #TimberInnovation #CarbonFootprint #RealAmericanHardwood

Good media coverage here on the resurgence of timber in urban architecture, highlighting the environmental, wellbeing and aesthetic benefits of mass timber construction and featuring the leadership of Built by Nature Frontrunners: The Black & White Building, designed by Waugh Thistleton Architects -- London's tallest mass timber office in Shoreditch, and the Paradise SE11 project, Bywater Properties’ six-storey, 63,400 sq ft timber office, currently under construction in Vauxhall... two examples of how the material is being successfully and visibly deployed in the UK capital. There's insightful commentary from Bywater co-founder and COO Theodore Michell in addressing insurability: "In our experience, the process has been complicated and technical, but not insurmountable. It has been more intensive and expensive than we would normally expect for a conventional building. But, in our judgment, not markedly. And certainly not to the point that the project is not is not viable." The wellbeing benefits to building occupants are also presented, and nice visuals support the architectural possibilities of desinging for mass timber. #masstimber #timberconstruction #biophilicdesign #decarbonisation

In the port city of Puerto Escondido, within the Mexican state of Oaxaca, a single family residence is designed around three gardens, creating a strong connection between the built and natural environment. The use of locally sourced native plants establishes biodiversity on the site. The use of endemic species of vegetation within the gardens provides privacy to the residents while framing views and pathways throughout the site. Keeping within the concept of locally sourced, the materials for the home are all sourced from nearby suppliers, utilizing traditional craftsmanship methods with local labor. Utilizing traditional timber frame construction from local lumber, the project is supported by locally quarried stone, and topped with palm-thatched palapa. Strategically placed doors and windows allow for an abundance of sunlight to stream into the residence, reducing the need for auxiliary lighting. The layout of the structures, gardens, and pathways also allows for the movement of air throughout the site and buildings, naturally ventilating and conditioning them. The residence is a great example of balancing the built and natural environment, complimenting and working with each other to make a more sustainable way of living. We’re All In This Together #sustainability #sustainabledesign #sustainablearchitecture #architecture #architecturaldesign #design #construction #renewable #renewablematerials #locallysourced #lowimpact #timberframe

Heaven can be made from timber... Building Among the Branches: A Showcase of Contemporary Treehouse Architecture