
Architecture & Design
Making cities more liveable and enjoyable through urban reforestation
A startup deploys plant canopies to tackle ‘urban heat islands’
The architecture and design innovations we regularly see at Springwise are proof that the sector is ideally equipped to think sustainably while still creating things that are functional and beautiful. From record-breaking ‘plyscraper’ buildings made exclusively from timber, to a 3D-printed aquatic reef, these innovations are good for people, society, and the planet.
Architecture & Design
A startup deploys plant canopies to tackle ‘urban heat islands’
Agriculture & Energy
A startup has developed a blind that can turn any window into a solar panel.
Architecture & Design
The range aims to reinvent the traditional kitchen using modular solutions powered by advanced sensors and AI.
Architecture & Design
A building under development in Melbourne will use novel façade panels that do not look like solar panels – but generate enough electricity to power the building.
Architecture & Design
The dam is predicted to generate almost five billion kilowatt-hours of electricity per year.
Mobility & Transport
Transport analysis tracks emissions to help planners construct healthier spaces.
Architecture & Design
The foam could reduce the cooling energy needs of a building by more than a third.
Agriculture & Energy
Modular geothermal panels provide year-round heating and cooling.
Architecture & Design
A new residential building planned near Zurich will demonstrate the utility of building high rises in wood.
Architecture & Design
A startup is working to tackle two challenges simultaneously – the housing shortage and climate change.
Architecture & Design
Urban environmental consultants have developed a platform that helps them to assess urban heat island effects and design solutions.
Advertising & Marketing
The house is affordable, insurable, and highly resilient to rain, wind, and fire.