Winslow + Partners

03/25/2026

Winslow + Partners at the Conference + Expo - Environments for Aging, where we confirmed our view on future trends and learned about new materials and new business models for Senior Living.

03/05/2026

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In parts of Sweden, modern homes are being designed with a plumbing system that goes far beyond traditional sewage. Instead of a single wastewater outlet, these houses are constructed with three separate pipes serving distinct purposes. One line connects to vacuum toilets that use minimal water and transport waste efficiently through suction. A second pipe carries greywater from showers and sinks to be treated and reused. The third is dedicated to food waste, which is ground and sent to biogas facilities.

This separation allows each waste stream to be processed in the most effective way. Organic kitchen scraps are converted into renewable biogas, which can power local buses and reduce reliance on fossil fuels. Greywater can be cleaned and redirected for non-drinking purposes, conserving fresh water supplies. Even toilet waste is handled more efficiently through vacuum technology.

By redesigning something as ordinary as plumbing, Sweden turns everyday household activity into part of a circular energy system. Kitchens help fuel transportation. Showers contribute to water conservation. Toilets use less water without sacrificing function. The result is housing that quietly supports sustainability — proving that environmental innovation can begin beneath the floorboards.

01/03/2026

This is just an example of a new frontier in city living. What are the new ecosystems we should be looking at next?

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01/02/2026

Continuing our commitment for intentional design, may this year bring many fresh opportunities for all.

12/28/2025

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12/25/2025

12/01/2025

winslow + partners is thankful for all the meaningful professional connections made along the way.

10/19/2025

Amazing Technology
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🌊 A Breakthrough That Could Save Our Oceans 🌊

Japanese scientists at RIKEN have developed a revolutionary new plastic that could change the fight against pollution forever.

Unlike traditional plastics that linger in the ocean for centuries, this new material stays stable and durable in everyday use — but when it enters seawater, it completely dissolves within hours, breaking down into safe, biodegradable compounds. No microplastics. No toxic residue. Just nature returning to nature.

This discovery could be a game-changer for marine life, drastically reducing the plastic waste that chokes our oceans, harms wildlife, and even enters our food chain.

🌍 Imagine a world where plastic bottles, bags, and packaging no longer destroy ecosystems — but simply disappear when their job is done.

👏 Huge respect to the brilliant minds at RIKEN for proving that innovation and sustainability can coexist.

💬 What do you think — could this be the future of plastic?
If you believe we need more breakthroughs like this, share this post to spread some hope for our planet. 🌿

09/15/2025

Amazing technology

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In Switzerland, scientists developed edible water bubbles made from seaweed extract, offering an eco-friendly alternative to plastic bottles. Called “Ooho,” these biodegradable capsules can be eaten whole or discarded, breaking down naturally within weeks.
The invention tackles one of the world’s biggest pollution sources: single-use plastics. Every year, billions of plastic bottles end up in landfills and oceans, taking centuries to degrade. By replacing bottles at marathons and festivals, these bubbles eliminate tons of waste.
The bubbles are made by forming a thin membrane of seaweed around water droplets. They are safe, cheap, and scalable, making them ideal for large public events where bottled water is distributed in massive quantities.
If adopted worldwide, edible bubbles could dramatically cut down on plastic waste, helping both cities and ecosystems breathe cleaner. It’s a small invention with global potential for big impact.

09/02/2025

We are speaking at the 2025 Arizona State Planning Conference, about "People Oriented Planning".

08/29/2025

Your hard work matters, and you deserve to be celebrated...

08/12/2025

We are happy to announce that we are a 1GPA approved vendor.