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“Environmental issues such as sustainability, the protection of resources or reducing emissions have long been the focus of politics, industry and the economy. High time, then, to examine their role in the world of architecture more closely.”

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I came across this quote on archdaily.com.  Since we are exploring the combination of serial planes, architecture, and recyclable materials in our 2^nd project, I thought it’d be appropriate to share. I like that they are pushing for architects to examine their effect on the environment.  They also talk about how the construction industry is taking new steps to recycle materials.  Surprisingly, entire building components can be repurposed, while still maintaining intelligent design.