New tower designs experiment with the use of wood
Implications - Increasingly, architects and engineers are turning to wood for the construction of eco-skyscrapers and towers. Timber is a largely unexplored building material for structures with more than three stories, but has enjoyed a recent surge in popularity due to its status as a sustainable building material. This preference is reflective of the increased emphasis and awareness that both designers and consumers have placed on sustainable products, in the face of climate change and its consequences.
Workshop Question - How does your brand work to satisfy consumer standards on sustainability?
Trend Themes
1. Timber as a Sustainable Building Material - Architects and engineers are increasingly using timber for construction of eco-skyscrapers and towers in an effort to create more sustainably-designed buildings
2. Green Building Designs - Architectural firms are designing green buildings to incorporate rooftops gardens and dedicated green space, part of a growing trend to address communities' ecological footprint.
3. The Use of Locally-sourced Materials - Buildings adopting locally-sourced materials, particularly wood, suggests utilization of locally-sourced materials to influence sustainable urban development.
Industry Implications
1. Architecture and Design - Architectural firms are searching for eco-friendly and sustainable building materials to address the growing emphasis placed on sustainable architecture.
2. Urban Development - Urban planners and construction companies are incorporating sustainable materials such as timber and rooftop gardens as part of building community-driven sustainability initiatives.
3. Environmentally Conscious Construction - Builders are now prioritizing environmentally responsible construction methods in an attempt to reduce urban ecological footprints and greenhouse gas emissions from construction and building processes.
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