England's new biodiversity net gain rules explained
New planning legislation that aims to boost biodiversity in development projects will come into effect in England in January. Here, Dezeen explains what architects need to know. More
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Dezeen's top 10 innovative materials of 2023
As part of our review of 2023, Dezeen's design and environment editor Jennifer Hahn has rounded up 10 of this year's most significant material innovations, including bricks made from toxic soil and a 3D printer for wool. More
Diébédo Francis Kéré named among Time's 100 most influential climate leaders
Several architects and designers have made it onto the inaugural Time100 Climate list, which recognises "true changemakers" who are making "measurable, scalable" progress in fighting climate change. More
Local cedar forms snow-cooled rice warehouse in Niigata Prefecture
Japanese studio Kei Kaihoh Architects has completed a timber-framed storage facility in Joetsu City that offers rice farmers a way to refrigerate their harvest without relying on gas or electricity. More
Bamboo will "be a major player" in future of architecture says expert Chris Matthews
The strength and availability of bamboo give it the potential to be as dominant in construction as concrete and steel, argues Atelier One engineer Chris Matthews in this interview. More
"We can't plead ignorance" on sustainability says panel of design experts
Architects need to listen to younger generations and take a collaborative approach to sustainability, according to a panel of design experts in this filmed talk hosted by Dezeen for developer Brookfield Properties. More
Non-Extractive Architecture directory aims to "accelerate transformation in the profession"
Design studio Space Caviar and philanthropic initiative Re:arc Institute have launched an online directory to showcase and support architectural practitioners challenging traditional ways of practice. More
Ingenhoven Architects tops island health resort with Europe's largest thatched roof
Architecture studio Ingenhoven Architects has created a series of buildings topped with large, overhanging thatched roofs for the Lanserhof Sylt health resort on the Germany island of Sylt. More
Dezeen Awards 2023 sustainability longlist revealed
Dezeen has announced the 93 projects longlisted for this year's Dezeen Awards in the sustainability categories, including projects by Universal Design Studio, Foster + Partners, Blond and Fletcher Priest Architects. More
Apple partners need to be "absolutely committed to transparency" says retail sustainability lead
Apple is pushing for carbon transparency in the supply chain as it aims to reduce the impact of its stores, claims the tech company's retail sustainability lead Rebecca Cully in this interview. More
Overtreders W constructs hotel cabin from locally sourced materials secured with straps
Dutch architecture studio Overtreders W has created Stable Stack, a temporary cabin hotel built using straps and borrowed materials, in Veenhuizen, the Netherlands. More
ICON launches $1 million affordable housing competition
This exclusive video published by Dezeen reveals the launch of a new global architecture competition to reimagine affordable housing, hosted by construction-scale 3D-printing company ICON. More
"By focusing so much on carbon reduction we are neglecting other areas where our industry causes harm"
Architects must start placing greater emphasis on protecting biodiversity in their projects, writes RSHP sustainability lead Michelle Sanchez. More
From 4 to 1 Planet showcases climate-friendly homes of the future
A trio of pavilions have been installed on Copenhagen's waterfront, showing how radical materials and new ways of living might reduce the carbon footprint of housing construction. More
Design of the Workplace report reveals sustainability is "non-negotiable" for workers
Promotion: companies that prioritise sustainability in their office design are preferred by workers according to a report commissioned by developer Brookfield Properties and architecture studio Foster + Partners. More
Water shortage concerns influence design of Rain Harvest Home in Mexico
Robert Hutchison Architecture and Javier Sanchez Arquitectos include an extensive system for capturing and reusing stormwater for a family nature retreat in a mountainous region of Mexico. More
Architects Declare hits back over "failure" claims
The UK chapter of Architects Declare has responded to a recent opinion piece published on Dezeen that argued the climate network has been a "failure". More
"Architects are so sheltered in terms of their sharing of knowledge" says Wendy Perring
Hampshire-based Pad Studio recently completed a post-occupancy study on an eco-house it completed 13 years ago. In this interview, director Wendy Perring discusses the findings. More
Dezeen In Depth features Yasmeen Lari on why "an architect's role should be more of an activist"
This month's Dezeen In Depth newsletter features an exclusive interview with the 2023 RIBA Royal Gold Medal winner and reflections from Max Fraser on Milan design week. Subscribe to Dezeen In Depth now. More
"The hollowness of Architects Declare should serve as a warning to the industry"
Climate network Architects Declare has failed to live up to its ambitions and now represents a cautionary tale about setting sustainability commitments, writes Chris Hocknell. More