Energy Efficient Building Design: What the Antalya Compact Means
Energy efficient building design cuts demand first. In late October 2026, COP31's Antalya Compact set a 2035 goal for building energy intensity.
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Greenwashing: What It Is and the EU Rules Now in Force
Greenwashing is misleading environmental marketing. Since 27 September 2026, EU rules ban vague green claims, offset-based neutrality claims and unverified labels.
Plants for Biophilic Design: Cooling Lessons From 2026 Heat
Plants for biophilic design shade and cool buildings. After a record June and July in western Europe, here is what works outdoors, on roofs and indoors.
Circular Economy Architecture: Why Product Passports Matter
Circular economy architecture keeps materials in use. The EU's product passport registry went live on 20 July 2026, and the data it holds will help buildings be reused.
Biophilic Design Architects: Lessons From Serpentine 2026
Biophilic design architects connect buildings with nature. The 2026 Serpentine Pavilion, a brick wall weaving between existing trees, shows one way to do it.
What Is Embodied Carbon? A Guide Built on the 2026 UN Report
What is embodied carbon? It is the greenhouse gas released before a building opens. The UN's May 2026 buildings report shows why it is now a priority.
Building With Sustainable Materials: Lessons From Milan 2026
Building with sustainable materials starts with reuse and honest data. Milan Design Week and the Circularity Gap Report, both in April 2026, show what is ready.
Companies Greenwashing Risk: What the EU March Deadline Means
Companies greenwashing risk is rising now that member states had to adopt the EU's green claims rules by 27 March 2026. They apply to businesses from 27 September.
Sustainable Materials for Interior Design: EU Rules to Watch
Sustainable materials for interior design start with durability and reuse. The EU's February 2026 ecodesign acts show where textiles and furniture rules are heading.
Low Embodied Carbon Materials as EU Product Rules Take Effect
Low embodied carbon materials cut emissions before a building opens. CBAM and the EU Construction Products Regulation both began in January 2026.
Sustainable Architecture Companies: What to Ask in 2026
Sustainable architecture companies can prove their claims with data. The EU's December 2025 reporting deal changes which firms must report, but not what clients can ask.
Sustainable Architecture Green Design: COP30 Priorities for 2026
Sustainable architecture green design had a visible place at COP30, from a housing call backed by 60 countries to bio-based materials and circular construction.
A Greenwashing Example: What the TotalEnergies Ruling Shows
A Paris court found three TotalEnergies consumer statements misleading on 23 October 2025. The ruling is a clear greenwashing example, and the lessons reach designers.
ESG Architecture and Design After the Net-Zero Banking Exit
ESG architecture and design tests buildings on environmental, social and governance criteria. The banking alliance's closure shifts where pressure comes from.
Sustainable Materials: Lessons From the Geneva Plastics Talks
Sustainable materials cut waste and carbon across a product's life. The Geneva plastics talks ended without a deal, so design choices carry more weight.
What Is a Net Zero Building? Definitions and EU Targets in 2025
A net zero building is highly efficient and runs on renewable energy. Definitions differ, and July's EU 2040 proposal and ICJ opinion make the differences matter.
What Greenwashing Means: EU Green Claims Rules Hit a Roadblock
Greenwashing means making something look greener than it is. After the EU Green Claims proposal stalled in June 2025, designers need to know which rules still apply.
Sustainable Architecture Design: Lessons From Venice and New York
Sustainable architecture design works with climate, carbon and comfort. The Venice Biennale and New York's Local Law 97 show what that means in practice.
Eco-Friendly Home Design: Revolutionizing Sustainable Living for the Modern Homeowner
In the evolving landscape of residential architecture, eco-friendly home design has emerged as a powerful paradigm shift that prioritizes environmental sustainability without compromising on comfort or aesthetic appeal.…
The Comprehensive Guide to Eco-Friendly Home Design: Building Sustainable Living Spaces for Tomorrow
In an era marked by increasing environmental consciousness, eco-friendly home design has emerged as a powerful solution for those seeking to minimize their ecological footprint while creating healthier,…
