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An AI art exhibition, a structure that predates Stonehenge, raising awareness about unpaid labor in prisons and more
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Mysterious astrophysical activity, edible concrete, tables from fallen trees and more from around the web
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Photographing the Milky Way, using lava as a building material, studying alien signals and more from around the web
Venice Architecture Biennale 2021: Nature as the Ultimate Architect
Many of this year's participants looked to the natural world for their innovations
Via designboom.com
Two Observation Towers Link Iceland’s Tectonic Plates in 00group’s Monumental Proposal
Shanghai-based studio 00group’s concept for a new Icelandic monument, which they call “Anchor of the Plates,” bridges two tectonic plates on a site that overlooks a seismic fissure called Vogagjá. The monument …
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Plastic waste bricks that are stronger than concrete, harnessing wave energy, Vans' digital broadcast station and more
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Affordable Plastic Waste Bricks That Are Stronger Than Concrete
Materials engineer Nzambi Matee—the founder of Nairobi-based Gjenge Makers—not only invented a brick made from plastic waste that’s stronger than concrete, but she also set up the factory after losing patience waiting …
Interview: HempWood Founder Greg Wilson
A new sustainable design material enters the market with innumerable benefits
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Eco-friendly innovations, AI-produced portraits, upcycled watches and more fascinating tidbits from around the web
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5000 Years Later, It’s Time to Improve Bricks
As CNN reports, “For thousands of years, the humble clay-fired brick hasn’t changed.” In fact, there’s very little difference between those from ancient Babylon to the thousands and thousands that surround us …