The Swinburne University designed as a practical and affordable low energy facility designed by H2o Architects is located in Melbourne, Australia. The operation of the project aims to produce a 25% reduction of energy consumption in relation to comparable facilities and will be monitored for performance over the life of the building. Low energy escalators and no energy open stairs are used as the primary...
Designed by Peter Ruge Architekten, Xintiandi Factory Hangzhou is located in Hangzhou, China. In order to accomplish the smooth transition of the interior structure, all the new spaces distributed across the four floors are organised along the exterior elevation, while in the central area a capacious space is retained. The length of the space is equal to the existing fabric on the horizontal level,...
Located in Oakland, United States, Cathedral of Christ the Light was designed by Skidmore, Owings and Merrill. As its name suggests, the Cathedral draws on the tradition of light as a sacred phenomenon. Through its poetic introduction, indirect daylight ennobles modest materials—primarily wood, glass and concrete. With the exception of evening activities, the Cathedral is lit entirely by daylight...
Designed by HBO+EMTB, Lilyfield Housing Redevelopment is located in Sydney, Australia. This new residential project in Sydney’s inner west, has set a new standard for public housing developments in Australia. It demonstrates that highly sustainable public housing outcomes are both realistic and achievable in terms of function, project demographics and housing affordability. The project comprises...
The Satellite Architects, Four diverse projects represent the work designed by satellite architects is located in London, United Kingdom. The Cross is a serviced office building in a derelict area of London looking for an injection of energy and landmark buildings to animate the streetscape and contribute to improving the neighbourhood. The twisting, tilting reflective geometry activates the street...