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UNDERSTANDING THE 15-MINUTE CITY CONCEPT 10 min read SUMMARY REFLECTION QUESTIONS JOURNAL PROMPT WRITE JOURNAL Are you familiar with the 15-Minute City concept? In a 15-minute city, every essential element of daily life is just a short walk or bike ride away. Originating from a desire for more sustainable and interconnected urban spaces, the 15-Minute City concept has found advocates in visionary urban planners. Let’s explore the roots and relevance of this approach to designing many cities abroad and in the U.S. DEFINING THE 15-MINUTE CITY The 15-minute City is an urban planning concept and an urban innovation that aims …

18.3 degree Celsius in Antarctica!! Deforestation that was equivalent to 8.4 million soccer fields over the past decade in the Amazon rainforest!! These unbelievable facts are the reality of our world as expressed by the actions of our aspirations, greed, and an anthropocentric worldview. In the design paradigm where grey reigned supreme, the discourse about the preservation and inclusion of greens as creating a common ground between urban (artificial) and nature environments was initiated in the domains of environmental sciences, primarily, and design fields later on. Ecological architecture emerged as an answer to the constant dilemma between ecology and the economy in urban affairs. Angkor Wat Temple Complex ©Sakdawut Tangtongsap-Shutterstock …

Innovations Transforming Construction: UNIPOR SILVACOR Ziegel, WS08 CORISO PLUS, and MAXIT MÖRTELPAD In the dynamic landscape of construction, three innovative products from Leipfinger Bader and Maxit are making waves, redefining industry standards, and bringing efficiency, sustainability, and quality to the forefront while also contributing to a greener future. UNIPOR SILVACOR Ziegel: A Natural Harmony of Wood and Construction Overview:UNIPOR SILVACOR Ziegel stands as a testament to sustainable construction, seamlessly blending the natural warmth of wood with cutting-edge building technology. With up to 65% wood content, this eco-friendly brick offers a unique combination of acoustic insulation, durability, and environmental responsibility. Key …

 The 22nd Edition of the „Crystal Brick” Competition on the Sun and Snow Trail On [date], the 22nd edition of the prestigious competition, organized by the Polish Housing Society Lublin and the Eastern Daily, took place. The competition, named „Crystal Brick,” focused on recognizing the best construction investments on both sides of the eastern border of the European Union, along the Sun and Snow Trail. The competition was open to investments from the following voivodeships: Lublin, Podkarpackie, Podlaskie, Świętokrzyskie, Warmian-Masurian, Masovian on the right side of the Vistula River, as well as from the border regions of Ukraine and Lithuania. …

BUILDING SUSTAINABLE FUTURE. Single-shell & lightweight. Sustainability has become increasingly important in recent years and now affects almost all areas of life. This trend has also taken hold in the building industry and it is becoming increasingly important to find sustainable solutions. An important component of a building is the facade, which is responsible for both protection and appearance. A sustainable façade is therefore of great importance in finding solutions that make sense both ecologically and economically. In this context, various aspects such as energy efficiency, materials and maintenance are considered. Climate change, carbon footprint, BIM, sustainable building – all …

Since 2002, URBACT has been driving change all over Europe by enabling the cooperation and idea exchange amongst cities within thematic networks, by building the skills of local stakeholders in the design and implementation of integrated and participatory policies, and by sharing knowledge and good city practices. URBACT supports cities to develop integrated practices Cities can learn a great deal from each other’s experiences, that’s why URBACT funds and supports networks of cities. Partners share ideas around bottom-up initiatives and co-design long-term strategies and urban policies – all at European and local levels. City-makers need the right skills to make positive change and …

5 major advantages of the hemp block for your project Thermal regulation The hemp block naturally regulates the temperature of the building thanks to its excellent ability to diffuse the accumulated heat. This high inertia insulating block protects: cold in winter by keeping the heat in the house longer hot in summer by avoiding overheating of the habitat. As a real thermal buffer, it maintains a constant indoor temperature and significantly reduces the impact of heat variations between day and night. Humidity regulation Thanks to its high permeability to water vapour, the hemp block acts as a water buffer and …