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The article discusses the work of South Korean architect Minsuk Cho and his design of the Serpentine Pavilion in London. Cho's pavilion, titled "Archipelagic Void," consists of five island structures surrounding a central Korean "madang" void. Cho's design incorporates elements of his native culture while also drawing inspiration from mentors such as Koolhaas and Frampton. The article highlights Cho's unique approach to architecture and his exploration of regional conditions that distinguish Korean modernism from Western modernism. [Extracted from the article]

SUMA, an architecture practice in Madrid, has won the 2024 EU Mies Award for Emerging Architecture for their innovative use of mass timber in their projects. Co-founders Guillermo Sevillano and Elena Orte have been trailblazers in promoting timber construction in Spain, where it is still a novel material. Their recent project, the Gabriel García Márquez library in Barcelona, has been praised for its design and sustainability features. SUMA is also collaborating with the Institute for Advanced Architecture of Catalonia and Massmadera to create a new center for timber innovation, CIMBRA, to further promote the use of timber in construction. [Extracted from the article]

The article discusses the use of LC3 limestone calcined clay cement concrete in the extension of a Victorian house in Hackney, London. The project aimed to have a low-carbon design and used LC3 concrete, which generates 30-40% less CO2 in production compared to standard Portland cement. The project also utilized hempcrete walls and timber beams instead of steel. The article highlights the challenges and benefits of using these materials and emphasizes the importance of challenging idealized expectations to reduce carbon use in construction projects. [Extracted from the article]

The recent announcement of the timetable for the energy performance for buildings directive (EPBD) has at last given teeth to the EU directive. The release of guidance for articles 7, [...]

Young London designers Cecile Brisac and Edgar Gonzalez were so thrilled to hear that they'd won an international competition to design the new Museum of World Culture in Gothenburg that [...]

The Bat Conservation Trust, artist Jeremy Dellar and the RIBA have joined forces in a design competition so bats can live in comfort, reports Jan-Carlos Kucharek An American doctor by [...]

BRE's Offsite 2007 show reveals the strides carbon-efficient housing has made, writes Jan-Carlos Kucharek Looking like Brookside Close in a parallel universe, the Innovation Park at this week's BRE Offsite [...]

This article from the RIBA Journal discusses the work of Martina Ferrera, an Italian-Canadian architectural photographer. Ferrera studied architecture in Rome and Paris before moving to Toronto to focus on architectural photography. She is particularly fascinated by Toronto's underground tunnel system, known as the Path, which connects buildings and provides shelter during the city's harsh winters. The article features an image of AHMM's new Old St offices, which are located underground and illuminated by sunlight. [Extracted from the article]

The article discusses the introduction of a new premium cubicle range called Sahara, which is inspired by bold minimalism. The cubicles feature a floating, flush fronted design with an innovative pivot hinge system and are made from ethically sourced real wood veneer. The article also mentions the Las Vegas Sphere, a state-of-the-art events venue that stands 112m high and 157m in diameter. The venue has a dynamic facade made of LED 'pucks' and features a 17,600-seat auditorium with a 76m tall screen. Despite its technological advancements, the Sphere's iconic form gets lost in the eclectic cityscape of Las Vegas. [Extracted from the article]