What are some examples of sustainable materials used in architectural detailing?

1. Bamboo: It is a highly renewable and durable material used in various architectural details, such as flooring, cladding, and furniture.

2. Steel: It is a durable and lightweight material that is often used in architectural framing and detailing.

3. Recycled plastic: It is a sustainable material that can be used in various architectural details such as roofing and flooring.

4. Cork: It is a natural and renewable material that is often used in wall and ceiling tiles, flooring, and insulation.

5. Hempcrete: It is a sustainable material made from hemp and lime, used for insulation and wall construction.

6. Salvaged wood: It is reclaimed wood that has been salvaged from old structures, making it a sustainable and eco-friendly material.

7. Green roofs: These are made up of plants, soil, and other materials, can insulate buildings, prevent runoff, and provide habitat for wildlife.

8. Straw bale: It is a building technique using straw bales as insulation, providing an affordable and environmentally sustainable material.

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