Costa Rica’s new modern homes are built to float above the landscape. This wave of elevated housing is designed to minimize environmental impact while working with varied terrain. Aiming to become a carbon-neutral country, Costa Rica is transforming its housing market as it experiences a growing demand for more residential buildings.
Tropical Modernism: Costa Rica’s New Elevated Treehouses
Can Architecture Firms Become Truly Carbon Neutral?
This article was originally published on Common Edge.
Martin C. Pedersen talks with Ron Rochon, managing partner at Miller Hull, about Carbon and the role of architectural firms in eliminating emissions. Discussing the EMissions Zero initiative, the current shortcomings of carbon offsets, and the way forward, the piece also questions the possibility of setting goals with the absence of an internationally, agreed-upon carbon cap.
Olson Kundig Unveils Design of New Mixed-Use High-Rise in Atlanta
Olson Kundig has unveiled the design of 760 Ralph McGill Boulevard, a new mixed-use high-rise development situated along Atlanta’s BeltLine. Led by project developer New City, LLC, the 1.1 million-square-foot structure will include office and retail spaces organized around a central plaza. The project expands local civic and cultural amenities, and introduces a new flexible and functional workplace that also serves the surrounding community.
Living in Paradise: Luxurious Homes Along the Hawaiian Coast
Hawaii has become a place that defines paradise. From pristine beaches and a warm climate to natural scenery and active volcanoes, the islands are home to incredible landscapes and culture. With indigenous and modern building styles, the state’s architecture is intimately tied to the environment. Reinterpreting historic building techniques and traditions, contemporary Hawaiian architecture balances a desire to honor the past while celebrating new experiences and modern culture. This has led to the formation of incredible spaces to live and dwell.
Gohar Khatoon Girls' School / Robert Hull + University of Washington
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Architects: Robert Hull, University of Washington
- Area: 1700 m²
- Year: 2015
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Professionals: Afghanistan American Friendship Foundation, UW Integrated Design Lab
Designing Net-Zero: California's New Models for Integrated Housing
Few places have embraced sustainable design practices like California. Experiencing dramatic droughts, wildfires and environmental issues, the state has started to create new policies and initiatives to promote environmentally-conscious design solutions. From eco-districts and water management strategies to net-zero building projects, the Golden State is making strides to reshape its future. Forming long-term visions and procedures through the lens of physical resource consumption, California is working to better integrate its economic development plans with sustainable building methods.
Dragonfly House / Olson Kundig
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Architects: Olson Kundig
- Area: 6500 ft²
- Year: 2016
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Manufacturers: AutoDesk, Lutron, B&B Italia, ARC Flooring, Adobe, +12
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Professionals: Bear Mountain Builders, White Cloud Design
Collywood House / Olson Kundig
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Architects: Olson Kundig
- Area: 15642 ft²
- Year: 2018
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Professionals: T Engineering Group, PCS Structural, Prime Aire, Buratti & Associates, Clark & White Landscape, +3
ArchDaily’s Readers Select Who Should Win the 2021 Pritzker Prize
Since the winner(s) of the Pritzker Prize 2021 will be announced on Tuesday, March 16th, we have asked our readers who should win the most important award in the field of architecture.
VanDusen Botanical Garden Visitor Centre / Perkins&Will
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Architects: Perkins&Will
- Area: 19483 m²
- Year: 2011
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Manufacturers: StructureCraft, BASF Walltite Eco, Bentley, Bohle adhesives, Columbia Glazing, +12
Capital Projects: New Architecture Rethinking Design in Washington D.C.
Washington D.C. has earned a reputation for iconic architecture. Emerging from the L'Enfant and McMillan Plans, Washington’s cityscape includes wide streets and low-rise buildings that sprawl out from circles and rectangular plazas. From the White House to Lincoln Memorial, Washington’s architecture was built to symbolize the nation’s values. Today, new projects are designed to rethink the city’s morphology while respecting its identity.
Gusto 501 Restaurant / Partisans
Gardenhouse / MAD Architects
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Architects: MAD Architects
- Area: 4460 m²
- Year: 2020
Capital House / Olson Kundig
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Architects: Olson Kundig
- Area: 7145 m²
- Year: 2008
Tofino Beach House / Olson Kundig
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Architects: Olson Kundig
- Area: 2500 ft²
- Year: 2016
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Manufacturers: AutoDesk, panoramah!®, Atlas Meridian Glassworks, Lucifer, Newforma, +3