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Low Carbon Design

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Low carbon design addresses the environmental footprint of buildings and spaces by prioritizing sustainable materials, energy-efficient systems, and circular design principles. Designers working in this area consider the full lifecycle of a project, from material sourcing through construction to long-term operation and end-of-life reuse.

The community explores retrofitting existing homes for carbon reduction, designing modular and adaptable housing systems, and creating public spaces with minimal environmental impact. Projects range from residential transformations and eco-friendly homes to innovative transit infrastructure and community spaces that integrate natural systems and renewable materials.

Top contributors

UNI Editorial9 works

Misak Terzibasiyan5 works

UNI3 works

mohammad vahidi2 works

Sule and 3 others

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Mud-Ular Bus Stop

The concept of this project has a strong relation to the use of sustainable materials in order to promote recycling and a lifestyle that will benefit the clean air that future generations need. The region the project pilot was planned on goes by the name Chandni Chowk in New Delhi, India.

Tijana

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CycleHaus

The CycleHaus is located in the middle of the largest world's ocean current. It can benefit the world's health by taking waste from one flow, recycling it, and shipping it worldwide by inserting it into another current route - without any additional energy used. The structure is politically, economically and socially independent, and able to expand further.

Antonio and Phillip

104

Verzendaccommodatie

A student housing modular concept for the Amsterdam University College designed from 15 shipping containers arranged effectively.

mozhgan and 2 others

Plugin Housing

In this plan, attention has been paid to providing housing for low-income groups by providing favorable living conditions. This design is an affordable, flexible model, with minimal material waste and minimal damage to the environment, which is suitable for the lifestyle of the future.

mohsen and 2 others

A Place To Live, A place To Be Togheter

Fast and easy transportation, connection, installation, execution and disassembly without the need for expert force Ability to train and produce at the scene according to the need for quick accommodation of survivors Creating job opportunities Compatible with nature and the use of recycled materials Maximum use of renewable energy and energy supply required

Saeed

RETURNING

The idea of RETURNING is mentioned in different ways among different cultures, including Taoism, Islam, Persian literature, etc. Returning to our origin or God or Nature all imply existence of a circular movement that is extremely crucial. We show our concepts using the idea of Yin and Yang keeping sustainability and aesthetic considerations in mind.

UNI Editorial

publishedStory6 months ago

Mid Terrace Dream House by Collective Works: A Low-Carbon Transformation of a North London Home

A sustainable North London terrace transformed with extensions, natural materials, and warm Scandinavian-Mediterranean influences, creating a healthy, light-filled family home.

Residential Design

Low Carbon Design

UNI Editorial

publishedStory10 months ago

Zero-Carbon Eco Home By Bindloss Dawes

A zero-carbon home transforming an agricultural shed into a refined, energy-efficient dwelling rooted in rural character and sustainable design.

Low Carbon Design

Zero Energy

UNI

publishedResults5 months ago

Climate Membrane: Timber Ribs and Circular Geometry Shield Children from Urban Pollution

A shortlisted Form Follows Climate entry proposes a wood-framed community dome that filters air, buffers seasons, and centers child safety.

Environmental Architecture

Climate Responsive

Nabila Nusrat

publishedDesign Process11 months ago

Design Process

This project proposes a community-sensitive design that can be adaptable to their future growth and help reduce social exclusion. It explores the impact housing can have in reducing social exclusion.

Building Design

Social Design