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Great lineup for WRLDCTY this year. The conversation is increasingly articulate on how the design of the built environment can shift from being a cause of the worldwide policrisis to be part of the solution. At stake is #communitywellbeing #climatemitigation #climateadaptarion #equityandinclusion #affordability #health #wellbeing #sustainabledesign … DIALOG #WellbeingByDesign

MVRDV's winning proposal for the Shenzhen Terraces project in China is set to transform the area into a dynamic and sustainable urban living space. The project is designed to be a multi-functional and integrated part of the university neighborhood. It aims to provide a vibrant and innovative environment with over 20 programs, such as a small gallery, library, and outdoor theater. In contrast to the high-rise buildings in the area, the Shenzhen Terraces feature a unique design with horizontal lines and gentle curves. Stacked plateaus are used to seamlessly blend the existing landscape with the new development. Sustainability is a key focus of the project, which also prioritizes pedestrian-friendly landscapes and incorporates a mix of functions and public transportation options. The Shenzhen Terraces will not only enhance the urban environment but also provide a space for the community to engage in cultural, recreational, and educational activities, making it a significant addition to the region. . . . . #mvrdv #shenzhenterraces #urbantransformation #sustainableliving #multifunctionaldesign #universityneighborhood #vibrantcommunity #innovativeenvironment #culturalhub #sustainablearchitecture #pedestrianfriendly #publictransportation #communityengagement #shenzhenproject #dynamicdesign #greenurbanspace #architectureinchina #mvrdvdesign #shenzhendevelopment #culturalactivities #sustainableurbanliving

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Design can be fun AND functional!

4 Design Days in Katowice "To build or not to build" was the title of the panel to which I had the honor of being invited during the "4 Design Days" in Katowice. I was in the company of Sylwia Filewicz (Head of Development & Construction Department at Capital Park) and Piotr Grochowski (Head Architect at Arche Group). As part of new, more eco-responsible urban development practices, we discussed particularly the projects of urban revitalization as a response to redevelop the city itself in order to optimize urban spaces through requalification and densification. The various speakers also emphasized the additional cultural richness brought by revitalization projects, breathing new life into neglected historical sites by transforming them without losing their original essence and introducing new functions. With SUD Architects Polska, we have had the opportunity to participate in numerous revitalization projects (Manufaktura/Lodz, Foksal Residence/Warsaw, Hotel Europejski/Warsaw, revitalization program for the city center of Lodz on 100 hectares, etc.). Each revitalization project is a unique collaborative experience for all stakeholders, uncovering unexpected aspects of history and reintroducing them to a wider audience. Urban revitalization is also a crucial factor in the reasoned urban development of large cities to avoid their indefinite expansion. #4DD #urbanplanning #urbanregeneration #revitalisation #sudarchitectes #sudpolska #sustainability

The Sky Mile Tower is an ambitious architectural endeavor envisioned as a towering marvel reaching a staggering height of 1,700 meters (5,577 feet), poised to redefine Tokyo's skyline and urban landscape. Designed as the centerpiece of the Next Tokyo 2045 initiative, this skyscraper is the brainchild of Kohn Pedersen Fox Associates and Leslie E. Robertson Associates. Situated on reclaimed land in Tokyo Bay, the tower is intended to accommodate a population of approximately 55,000 residents, embodying a vision of sustainable urban living on a monumental scale. While the project's webpage has been removed from KPF's website as of April 22, 2023, its presence on Leslie E. Robertson Associates' site indicates ongoing interest and potential. With its futuristic design and potential to transform Tokyo's waterfront, the Sky Mile Tower represents an audacious fusion of architectural innovation and urban planning, poised to captivate imaginations and shape the city's future skyline. Source: @iamjayveescars

Urban Design is a bridging discipline in complex systems that centres on relationships and partnerships for a liveable world. This message resonated with me at the recent Urban Design Round Table - Shaping Liveable Cities through Urban Design, hosted by Urban Redevelopment Authority of Singapore (URA) on 13 November 2024. Invited speakers Joe Berridge, Wataru Tanaka and Christopher Lee shared their experiences in - A Global Perspective on Designing Better Cities. They also joined as panel in dialogue with Siew Leng Fun and Lay Bee Yap from URA about reimagining urban spaces - Urban Design as a Catalyst for Change Congratulations URA in celebrating 50 years with 2024 box set publication of 4 guidebooks for Singapore Urban Design - A Distinctive & Delighful City - A Green & Liveable City - A Connected & Inclusive City - From Plans to Reality “Behind every great city is the work of urban design that brings together crucial elements in our streets and buildings to make our experience of the city more comfortable and memorable.“ https://lnkd.in/gVx-F7rY A great reminder in how the planning process of care, green strategies and long standing collaboration work through successful urban design to harmonise context, community, connectivity, culture and creativity in a healthy living breathing urban environment. #urbandesign #liveablecities #green #sustainable #regenerative #relationships #partnerships #care #collaboration #context #community #connectivity #culture #creativity #complexsystems

Here are 5 innovative buildings from around the world that inspire us!⁠ ⁠ 1. Amager Bakke: Copenhagen. Copenhill, designed by Copenhagen-based architecture firm BIG, is a unique building that combines a waste-to-energy plant with sports facilities. The structure serves as a heat and power plant for the area and features a year-round artificial ski slope, hiking path, and climbing wall. This innovative project supports Copenhagen's goal of becoming carbon-neutral by 2025.⁠ ⁠ 2. The Parkroyal Collection Pickering, designed by Singaporean firm WOHA, is a luxury hotel in central Singapore known for its lush green facades. Dubbed a "hotel within a garden," it features 15,000 square meters of elevated terraced gardens that are self-sustaining with solar cells, rainwater collection, motion sensors, and reclaimed water. The building has won numerous awards for its innovative, sustainable architecture.⁠ ⁠ 3. The 240-meter Bahrain World Trade Center in Manama is a landmark of sustainable design. Designed by Arkins, the twin towers feature wind turbines on sky bridges, making it the first building to integrate wind technology into its structure. The turbines were developed and installed by Danish company Norwin in 2008.⁠ ⁠ 4. The Pearl River Tower in Guangzhou is a model of sustainable architecture, designed to be the most energy-efficient super-tall building in the world. It reduces energy use by 58% compared to similar structures through innovative green energy solutions.⁠ ⁠ 5. One Central Park in Sydney, a joint venture by Frasers Property and Sekisui House, is a key part of the city's urban renewal project. The mixed-use building, with two residential towers and a retail center, earned a 5 Star Green Star from the Green Building Council of Australia, making it the largest multi-residential building to achieve this rating.⁠ ⁠ Looking to bring innovation in your projects?⁠ Contact us here: https://lnkd.in/dS6FBibZ #InnovativeArchitecture #ArchitectureFirms #NVKGroup

Breaking news! The historic Palác Dunaj has been awarded first place in the Best of Realty competition in the "Reconstructed Offices" category 🎉   This prestigious distinction confirms that the reconstruction successfully combined the high standards of modern offices with respect for the original constructivist architecture of the Palace.   'Combining history with modern technology was a challenge, but it was definitely worth it. The proof is in the award in such a prestigious competition and the enthusiastic feedback from our tenants,' says Peter Noack. 'At Palác Dunaj we have retained the distinctive beige travertine cladding that gives the building its unique look, as well as the central atrium with its original paternoster and terrazzo floor. An extension with a sloping terrace is a new addition that blends in with the building and its surroundings. State-of-the-art technology was used to ensure efficient heating, cooling and a constant supply of fresh air'. - Michal Nečas adds.   The nominations were decided by a twelve-member jury of experts from the Association for Real Estate Market Development (ARTN), members of professional associations, banks, urban planners, architects, market analysts and estate agents in the region. The award was accepted by Zeitgeist representatives: Peter Noack (Co-Founder and CEO) and Jaromír Zahrada (Asset Manager) from Best of Realty jury member Lenka Šindelářová (Head of Research & Consultancy at Knight Frank) and Petr Šimůnek, editor-in-chief of Forbes magazine, the competition's media partner.   Palác Dunaj is located on the corner of Národní and Voršilská streets in the cultural centre of Prague, close to the National Theatre, Slavie Café and the Academy of Sciences of the Czech Republic. Zeitgeist Asset Management bought the original 100-year-old building in 2017 for a German pension fund, with the aim of modernising it while preserving its historical value. The newly renovated palace was opened in November last year. It offers a total of 6,700 sqm of prime office space and 2,000 sqm of retail and commercial space.   Tenants include the National Representation of the European Commission and the Office of the European Parliament with an interactive centre, the European Investment Bank (EIB), the Czech Bar Association and the law firm CMS. #Award #FirstPlace #ReconstructedOffices #Prague #Offices

DE ZWARTE HOND AT INNENBANDSTADT-EXPO IN WUPPERTAL. We were commissioned by the city of Stadt Wuppertal to develop a holistic strategy for their city centre. The goal was to not only focus on the Barmen and Elberfeld centres, but to also assess the urban space potential between them and create a unified future vision. From 24 to 29 June, the Wuppertal city council hosts the InnenBandStadt-Expo, which is part of the ‘Sustainable inner cities and centres’ programme by the Federal Ministry of Housing, Urban Development and Building of the North Rhine-Westphalia state. This event provides an overall impression of the numerous ongoing project modules further contributes to innovative city centre development. Together with other planning offices, we will present some initial design ideas to the public on 24 June as part of an idea factory, discussing them afterwards. Wuppertal's city centre main characteristic is its ribbon-like structure as a valley axis, which creates good conditions for the 15 or 5-minute city. The project aims to strengthen this spatial strip of Wuppertal's city centre. We look forward to an inspiring exchange with all those present. You can find the complete event programme here: https://lnkd.in/eEzirvAk #dezwartehond #architecture #urbanism #strategy #thinklandscape #imagineurbanfutures #connection #wuppertal #northrhinewestphalia #nrw #urbandevelopment #redevelopment #transformation #innenbandstadtexpo #15minutecity #DZHevents