Swiss based Neustark is working with Aggregate Industries on its first UK site to capture CO2 from biomass sites, liquefy it, and then inject it into existing mineral waste streams such as demolished materials to be recycled and used in construction. This stores the CO2 in the aggregate, permanently removing it from the atmosphere and … Read more
A centuries-old rare dilapidated fish house has been restored. The stone building is the only surviving structure of its type in Cumbria, UK. The farming officer for Lake District National Park, said restoring the fish house “ensures an iconic piece of the landscape remains for years to come”. It was rebuilt with the help of … Read more
Phil Austin, now 83, has lived in his 35ft high lighthouse on the banks of the Bridgewater Canal in Greater Manchester for 20 years. He enjoys watching vessels from his lantern room as they navigate the waterway below him. Phil says, “It’s still judged as a landmark and I’m very proud of it. The views … Read more
Just outside sprawling Phoenix, a car-free neighborhood built from scratch has gone up, the first one of its kind in the US. Modeled after walkable villages of yesteryear, Culdesac Tempe sits next to a light rail stop and has its own grocery store, restaurant, coffee shop, used clothing store, gym, and plenty of gathering spaces. … Read more
Daryl and Maria Cleary were living in a four-bedroom, 4,000-square-foot home when they decided it was time to downsize. “It was too much house for two people,” Maria said. The Clearys knew they wanted their home to be energy-efficient. They found a house plan that they liked and purchased it, increasing the square footage, and … Read more
Dapur Naga, located within the lush tropical environment of Bali, serves as a communal kitchen and dining space, capable of hosting more than 50 people. The main conceptual inspiration for Dapur Naga came from the graceful form of a whirling Sufi skirt, reflected in the building’s undulating roof. The roof is designed to capture stunning … Read more