Taiwan’s first single-family home to meet European Passive House standards, “Pure Sequence Passive House”, was recently completed in Anping, Tainan. Jointly developed by Wang Feng Construction and furniture brand STIMLIG, the project integrates energy-efficient building design with modular furniture concepts, drawing significant attention in the real estate market.

To deepen public dialogue on climate change and coastal flooding issues, NCKU Green Magic School, together with the Department of Architecture at NCKU’s College of Planning and Design and the Department of Interior Design at Tainan University of Technology, has joined forces with multiple educational, research, and community organizations to launch the “Ark Educational Design Exhibition”, running now through August 27. Through cross-disciplinary collaboration, design practice

Beyond Carbon Reduction: How Can Buildings Also Protect Biodiversity? The latest version of the LEED green building standard (LEED v5), launched in April this year, focuses on carbon reduction, quality of life, and ecological considerations. BranchPattern, a building consulting firm in Nebraska, USA, became the first in the country to achieve LEED v5 O+M Platinum certification. In addition to installing photovoltaic modules, the building also incorporated bird-safe design me

Imagine being able to predict, before a building is even constructed, where sunlight will stream indoors, whether the air conditioning will be too energy-intensive, or if natural ventilation will be sufficient.   在信義開發，我們也實際將這些技術應用在嘉品專案中，透過模擬工具進行設計階段的碳排分析與節能評估，讓建築從一開始就往更高效、低碳的方向邁進。   在信義開發，我們也實際將這些技術應用在嘉學專案中，透過模擬工具進行設計階段的碳排分析與節能評估，讓建築從一開始就往更高效、低碳的方向邁進。

New Taipei MRT Lifestyle Expands Again! Of the nine TOD projects along the Tucheng–Shulin MRT Line, three have secured investors. On July 21, a signing ceremony for the LG16 Station Entrances A and B development projects was held at Hilton Taipei Sinban. Sinyi Development Co., Ltd. was selected as the preferred applicant. In the presence of Mayor Hou You-yi, the contract was signed by MRT Bureau Director Lee Cheng-An and Sinyi Chairman Chou Chun-Chi. The total investment is

U.S.-based sustainable luxury hotel brand 1 Hotels is set to launch its first property in Australia, with a soft opening in Melbourne scheduled for June 2025. Reservations with promotional rates are now open. Developed in partnership with Riverlee, the hotel overlooks the Yarra River and features a striking asymmetrical glass façade, embodying 1 Hotels’ signature blend of nature-inspired design and eco-conscious luxury.

Tanhai Elementary School in Tamsui District celebrated the official opening of its newly constructed campus yesterday, just one year after its founding. Deputy Mayor Liu He-Ran presided over the ceremony, highlighting the school's integration of smart digital technologies and green building design, which reflects a modern educational vision. He noted that with Tamsui’s population now surpassing 200,000, the city has invested NT$890 million in the new campus, which also includ

Taiwan’s Moss Diversity Powers the Nation’s First “Living Moss Wall” — MOSSLEE Leads a Green Building Revolution With around 23,000 moss species globally, Taiwan stands out with over 1,500 species, thanks to its unique geography and climate. Among these, 300 are internationally recognized as rare, and 150 are endemic to Taiwan. The country boasts one of the highest moss densities in the world, surpassing larger nations like China, Japan, North America, and the UK. Moss—oft

In Brighton, UK, an unassuming yet groundbreaking sustainable social housing project—The Wild House—was recently unveiled. More than just a building, this experimental development represents a bold urban intervention where ecological design, architectural innovation, and social care converge. Its message is clear and forward-thinking: our built environment must re-establish a meaningful connection with nature.

Tainan City Leads 2025 Yuan Ye Architecture Awards Selection, Wins Six Major Honors for Sustainable and People-Centered Urban Design The final selection for the 2025 Yuan Ye Architecture Awards began in late April, with Tainan City taking the lead and securing six major awards. Among the winners: The Public Works Bureau’s Annan Childcare Resource Center received a Public Architecture Award. The Jiali District Office’s Jiali Sports Park Themed Playground, the Land A