'a present/absent mudhif' revives the materials and techniques that have sustained the marsh arabs for centuries and now face degradation.

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designboom speaks to the architect, learning about his approach to reclaiming industrial waste and looking to local contexts to build more sustainably.

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the architects reused concrete blocks, recycled cotton insulation, and drywall sheets salvaged from previous office projects.

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ASB glassfloor’s interactive LED surfaces at stuttgart's energieplaza transform abstract energy concepts into a dynamic, engaging experience for visitors.

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designboom's top 10 readers stories of 2024 on social impact: from oil rigs turned into mealworm-powered plastic-filtering ecosystems, to AI-driven innovations responding to global warming.

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john tain unravels a pursuit of indigenous solutions embedded in lahore’s historic spaces and daily rhythms to image sustainable futures.

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to help tackle the infrastructure gap in EV adoption, BMW's platform urban-X lends resources to scientists and engineering startups.

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the design utilizes microalgae-based power generation and biogas technology to optimize resource use and support self-sufficiency.

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the two films highlight AI's ability to provide insights into global ecosystems, emphasizing its role in analysing data to predict and mitigate risks.

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combining vacuum technology with a compact design, saes getters offers DRO!D for extended food shelf life, winning the red dot award 2024.

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