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EVERYTHING YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT BUILDING A SUSTAINABLE, ENERGY-EFFICIENT HOME

2023-11-05T10:53:45+11:00 November 5th, 2023|Architecture, Design, Modscape, Sustainability|

As the global emphasis on sustainable design shifts from nicety to necessity, the construction industry is undergoing a transformative change. People are increasingly aware of their carbon footprint, and there’s a growing demand for homes to meet both aesthetic and environmental needs. We’ve put together a practical guide to building [...]

PRETTY PLASTIC: TRANSFORMING WASTE INTO WONDER

2023-11-09T08:40:55+11:00 November 3rd, 2023|Architecture, Design, Modscape, Sustainability|

Dutch venture Pretty Plastic is shaking things up in the world of sustainable design, transforming waste (think PVC pipes, discarded window frames) into architectural treasure. This adaptive cladding system offers a refreshing solution to a typically expensive and complex building element, bridging ecological stewardship with top-notch design. QUICK LINKS → [...]

EMBRACING MODULAR CONSTRUCTION: AN IDEAL SOLUTION FOR RURAL AREAS

2023-09-19T16:49:01+10:00 September 19th, 2023|Architecture, Design, Modscape, Sustainability|

Australia's vastness often poses challenges in sourcing adequate resources for essential infrastructure projects - particularly in rural areas. Modular and off-site construction presents an innovative solution to these challenges, offering several advantages over traditional constructions methods. Using our Rural Doctors/Key Worker Accommodation project, we explore how modular construction is an [...]

THINGS WE LOVE: FORMA’S SUSTAINABLE RESTORATION OF VÆKSTHUSET

2023-09-08T10:35:35+10:00 September 7th, 2023|Architecture, Design, Modscape, Sustainability|

At Modscape, we love seeing innovation, longevity, and environmental responsibility in architectural practices. Danish architecture studio, Forma, has recently undertaken a project that exemplifies its dedication to preserving heritage and promoting eco-conscious values. The initiative involved the meticulous restoration and relocation of a 105-year-old glasshouse originally situated within the Copenhagen [...]

QBUILD MMC HOUSING PROGRAM IN PARTNERSHIP WITH MODSCAPE

2023-08-17T09:10:39+10:00 August 10th, 2023|Architecture, Design, Modscape, Sustainability|

We’re excited to announce Modscape as a participant in QBuild’s Modern Methods of Construction (MMC) Housing Program to address the immediate housing needs in Queensland. This initiative is aimed at providing affordable and sustainable housing to Queenslanders, from Essential Government Workers through to those who are struggling to find a [...]

BUILDING THE FUTURE OF EDUCATION: 6 ADVANTAGES OF MODULAR CONSTRUCTION

2023-07-07T11:47:47+10:00 June 30th, 2023|Architecture, Design, Modscape, Sustainability|

When we think about prefabricated buildings in an education context, most Australian’s minds will go straight to portables - the decades old solution for schools running out of classrooms. However, modular construction has gained significant attention in recent years as a viable solution to the growing demand for educational facilities, [...]

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