Constructing a Sustainable Future

What if we could decipher the progress of Sustainable Construction through a few key figures?

Gone are the days when thermal comfort came down to adding extra heating or air-conditioning equipment. Nowadays, it’s a question of planning ahead and designing buildings that are purpose-built to cope with current and future climate hazards. This race for innovation involves architects, engineers and manufacturers. Including comfort right from…

DIGITAL SPECIAL EDITIONS Each year, the sustainable construction media publishes a special edition featuring a selection of articles posted on the website. The theme of this third edition of Constructing a Sustainable Future is Innovation.

Ryan Colker, Executive Director of the International Code Council, shares his perspective on the close interconnection between safety and sustainability issues.

Discover the winners of the Architecture Student Contest 2025, innovative projects to sustainably transform the rural area of Chimilin and Villefontaine.

In this special report, you will find exclusive interviews with those who are shaping pioneering cities and resilient environments.

At the 19ᵗʰ Venice Biennale of Architecture, the French Pavilion is no simple exhibit: it is a hotbed of experimentation. Grafted onto the main building, which is currently undergoing renovation, the proposed temporary structure is open and in dialogue with the gardens and the canal. A forward-looking architecture, designed to…

Discover the five 2025 winners honored by an international jury in Venice on May 6 at the 18th Global Award for Sustainable Architecture.

In this article, discover the new barometer of sustainable construction for 2025, in which we reveal the new trends in the construction sector.

Discover Daniela Vila's radical vision: housing, social justice and ecology come together in a bold plan for the future!

Optimize value, ensure quality, drive the green transition, and enhance well-being: the ultimate challenge for building industry players!

The global housing crisis demands action: sustainability and social responsibility must coexist to provide affordable housing for 1.6 million people.

Milan is a metropolis in transformation, rethinking sustainable urban planning with affordable housing and green spaces. Take a look at 3 award-winning projects!

Discover architect Søren Pihlmann's innovative approach to buildings as living organisms capable of self-regeneration using their own materials.

Vincent Kitio is an architect and energy expert committed to sustainable urban development, particularly in Africa. As Unit Leader for Urban Energy at UN-Habitat, his role involves three strategic issues: universal access to energy for disadvantaged urban populations, improved energy efficiency in the building sector, and accelerated deployment of renewable…

Luca de Franceschi, Director of Sustainable Development, explains Immobilière 3F's strategy for setting new standards for social housing.

Infrastructure is the nervous system of our regions, and as such its smooth operation is vital to ensuring mobility and access to water, power and communications. Faced with increasing climate hazards – heatwaves, floods, freeze-thaw cycles, increasing soil salinity – the resilience of our infrastructure is being severely tested. This…

Read the interview with Salma Samar Damluji, and discover her vision on how to rebuild without repeating the mistakes of the past.

Discover how artificial intelligence is revolutionizing traditional conservation approaches at every stage of restoration.

Renovation of healthcare buildings for hospitalsDiscover in this article how to modernize buildings subject to drastic standards, which operate 24 hours a day and cannot interrupt their activity.

Do we need to reinvent everything to achieve sustainability, or can today's and yesterday's solutions provide a framework for the future? Here's how.

Find out in this article how and why companies can develop more efficient and sustainable solutions while cutting costs.

Discover the concrete solutions offered by lightweight construction, while respecting environmental, economic and social imperatives.

Accor is one of the world’s leading hotel groups. What are the pillars of its sustainability strategy? Our strategy is based on three fundamental areas that structure our approach and our commitments. First of all, to let our guests enjoy a responsible stay. Running a hotel involves significant consumption of…

How do construction choices shape Davos? Four experts analyze their impact on the economy and environment. Discover their exclusive insights!