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The transition to sustainable design does not mean starting from scratch. It builds on principles that are not new in human history. Many cultures already applied passive strategies to adapt to their environment without the need for mechanical energy.

Vertikal Nydalen, designed by Snøhetta in Oslo, is Norway’s first naturally ventilated tower, setting a new benchmark for sustainable architecture. Featuring offices, restaurants, and 40 homes, it operates on a “triple zero” model—no energy purchased for heating, cooling, or ventilation. With smart systems, low-carbon materials, and biodiverse terraces, it’s a pioneering example of human-centered, low-emission urban design.

In the quiet corners of a desert village, in the shadow of an alpine roof, or beneath the filtered sunlight of a bamboo canopy, a traveler may find not just shelter, but a revelation. To travel is to learn. In particular, for designers and architects seeking to create a more sustainable built world, traveling is far more than an escape; it is a form of research, empathy, and reawakening. It offers various valuable insights that inform and enrich their design approach.

Ferrars & York in South Melbourne sets a new benchmark for sustainable urban living — 22 all-electric residences designed by Six Degrees Architects and developed by HIP V. HYPE, where climate-conscious design meets community connection.