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- Imperial War Museums Passivhaus-targeted archive breaks world records for airtightness Fri, 7 Jun 19, 2:30amBritain’s Imperial War Museum has recently gained a new high-performance archive facility in Cambridgeshire, England that boasts the world record for airtightness with results of 0.03 ach (air changes per hour). U.K. architectural...
- Award-winning Boulder Cabin minimizes energy use and material waste Sat, 25 Feb 17, 4:41amBoulder’s reputation as an environmental leader is upheld in this eco-friendly home overlooking views of the metropolitan Denver valley. Jackson-based firm Dynia Architects completed Boulder Cabin, a contemporary home with...
- Monolithic Maiden Tower Contrasts Wildly with Austria’s Picturesque Alpine Environment Thu, 21 Aug 14, 3:00pmThe vertical structure creates a visual contrast to the surrounding landscape, not only in its geometry but also through its use of materials. The conspicuous steel envelope pops out of the picturesque alpine environment...