Breathe Architecture is a design practice that combines environmental and aesthetic principles to create stunning buildings with a lighter footprint. The company is focused on contributing to the local community and architectural landscape in a contextual and culturally responsive way. A sustainability-focused architecture practice that is known for its innovative and often unconventional tectonic material solutions.
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