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Beyond Greenwashing: How Architects Can Truly Vet Sustainable Materials

“Eco-friendly.” “Green certified.” “Sustainably sourced.” We’ve all seen these buzzwords on product brochures and building material samples. Too often, such labels are vague or unverified, masking a reality that is far less benign than it sounds. Greenwashing in architecture can range from a supplier overstating the recycled content of a material to entire buildings being…

Emerging Trends In Circularity: Projects To Follow In 2025

As global waste production is projected to hit 3.4 billion tons annually by 2050 (World Bank, 2018), the linear economy model of “take, make, dispose” is proving unsustainable. In this blog, we talked a lot about material circularity, and how it offers a way forward, focusing on how products can re-enter the production cycle after…

Axis: Circular Tables Born From Marine Plastic Waste

Inspired by the concept of Euclidean space, Axis is a collection of tables designed using recycled materials sourced from the sea. Presented by the BlueCycle studio and designed by Alessandro Gorla (Studio Algoritmo), it stands as an innovative example of circular design. BlueCycle, based in Greece, is a pioneering company in the field of circular…

10th Annual Inspireli Awards + 2 New Competitions

The Inspireli Awards, the world’s largest international architecture competition for students, returns for its 10th edition with several exciting updates. The competition – previously featured on WeVux – is officially open for both individual and group submissions. Participation is free, offering a unique opportunity for aspiring architects and designers. (Cover image Schindler’s Ark Competition, winner Museum,…

Linee D’ombra: Rethinking The City Together

One of the major challenges cities face, exacerbated by global warming, is the presence of urban heat islands (UHI). These are areas where temperatures are significantly higher than in surrounding regions — sometimes even harmful to human health. Such areas can include walkways, bus stops, avenues, and squares, which become nearly uninhabitable during the hottest…