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Barnard Barn: Finishes for a Low-Carbon Studio</span>
Project Focus MC 9/29/25 Project Focus MC 9/29/25

Barnard Barn: Finishes for a Low-Carbon Studio

An old barn becomes an artist’s studio through simple, low-carbon finishes. Homasote panels, translucent polycarbonate, and plywood transform the space into a durable, luminous, and adaptable environment that balances economy with craft.

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Building with Earth: Cast Earth, Cob, and Compressed Tiles
Project Focus MC 9/22/25 Project Focus MC 9/22/25

Building with Earth: Cast Earth, Cob, and Compressed Tiles

A collaborative build in Ghana explores earthen construction through cast-earth pillars, cob walls, and compressed earth block ceilings. The Mudhouse demonstrates how traditional techniques and community craft can be reimagined into a contemporary form, delivering natural cooling, durability, and low-carbon design.

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Swift Street Residences: Prefabrication as a Prototype
Project Focus MC 9/15/25 Project Focus MC 9/15/25

Swift Street Residences: Prefabrication as a Prototype

A small lot in Troy became a big experiment: four apartments built with prefabricated panels, proving how affordable housing can be efficient and dignified.

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