Sydney’s new airport showcases Australian sandstone in a prominent way
In the arrivals hall, the walls – and other elements – are clad in a native yellow natural stone featuring striking brown veining
In the arrivals hall, the walls – and other elements – are clad in a native yellow natural stone featuring striking brown veining
The ground floor is clad in gray Limes Dolomite, while the upper floors are clad in light-colored Mocca Creme
Life cycle assessments, Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs), and the measurement of so-called gray emissions are becoming increasingly important
The architects from Gerkan, Marg and Partners (gmp) address not only the cultural significance but also the landscape-shaping aspects of the 5,000 km long river
The designers at Groves-Raines Architects Studios (GRAS) explained the concept behind it: “Stone does not need to be reintroduced. It needs to be re-learned”
The use of recycled material further democratizes the material
During the cleaning of the façade at the main entrance in 2009, the colors of the medieval paintings were revealed
The facade, constructed of Dietfurt limestone, is divided into three sections, each reflecting the function of the spaces within
The history of this 300-year-old park reflects how people’s attitudes toward nature have evolved
Many details, such as the materials used and the window design, tell the story of the town and its history
Henning Larsen Architects, the client AP Pension, and Fauske marble by Moser company tell a story from the former free port of the Danish capital with a floor covering
Challenges connected to using the steel cables were to minimize the carbon footprint yet provide robust load transfer and to strike a balance between performance and seamless integration
The structure, made of white Danby Fantastico marble with tensioned steel cables, is more of a sculpture than a mundane way to get from one floor to another