Posted June 23, 2008 
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Energy, energy, energy. I hear so many news lately about scientists trying to get electrical energy from all sorts of devices, and make a greener living for us. I’m tired of it. Why do they just talk and give us just some useless press releases? When is my house actually going to be powered by such a thing?
Posted June 19, 2008 Comments(0) 
As you probably realize, eco-architecture is not a new element, and it consists of carefully designed projects, using green materials and an eco-friendly look. The latest project based on such techniques is Habitat 2020, an urban megalopolis concept that aims to develop a sustainable housing system.
Posted June 16, 2008 Comments(0) 
There is no point in reminding you that sustainable developments are the future and green features will be integrated in all structures. Hamiltons-London Architects have designed the Castle House which is destined to set a higher standard of Elephant & Castle’s design quality that will be regenerated in the future.
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Posted June 15, 2008 Comments(0) 
There are many structure projects who seek the LEED certification awarded by the USGBC, but not many get it. Still, it’s worth trying and big efforts will be repaid therefore the city of Las Vegas has begun the construction of an 18 million square feet sustainable development.
Posted June 5, 2008 Comments(6) 
Finally, green architecture is appreciated at its true value as a green home designed by Sarah Featherstone was sold for a record price of £7.2million the equivalent of $14.2 million. The structure is called Orchid House and it’s a part of the Lower Mill Estate, the project that has the purpose of turning a swamp into a 450 acres natural reserve.
Posted May 25, 2008 Comments(0) 
Far away in the cold, in Khanty Mansyisck, Siberia, began the construction of an extraordinary green tower which was designed by Foster&Partners. This eco-tower resembles the entertainment center in Kazakhstan and it’s based on visionary green technologies for buildings.
Posted May 24, 2008 Comments(0) 
EnCana is one of the leading corporations in Canada and for their new headquarters, they assigned Foster&Partners to design a building that will be the first mixed-use development in Calgary. EnCana’s headquarters will be sustainable and will provide spaces for cultural, civic and shopping activities. Bow’s façade will absorb the energy coming from the sun and will warm up the tower.The project is due for completion in 2010.
Posted May 23, 2008 Comments(0) 
Many of the futuristic buildings and structures are designed by award winners Foster&Partners. We all know about their visionary projects and today it’s time to bring up another called La Ciudad del Motor which will be built in Aragon, Spain. The Motor City will be a motor sports center and for the structure the inspiration came from the aerodynamic shape of a racing car.
Posted May 6, 2008 Comments(0) 
I guess we already cleared up that green architecture is the best, but I don’t know who are the best architects when it comes up green development. My favorite firm is Foster&Partners because it has designed so many super green buildings and structures. Their latest project is destined for Sydney, Australia, a city which hopes to reduce the emission with 60% by 2030.
Posted May 5, 2008 Comments(2) 
Singapore is country that has developed very much and its capital, Singapore City is the home of some impressive skyscrapers. A new design project of the London-based Foster&Partners will make the skyline of Singapore even more likeable.
