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From transparent wood that allows light to pass through while retaining the strength of traditional wood, to glass-blocks as robust as concrete, each material may sound like something out of science fiction, yet these innovative material are already shaping the buildings of tomorrow. 

From fantasy to reality, humankind is moving closer to establishing permanent settlements on Mars. As NASA and SpaceX lead missions to the Red Planet, one interesting question emerges: Can we build skyscrapers on Mars?

This article reviews eight architectural projects that serve as innovative responses to extreme conditions. Each project has peculiar, identifiable architectural features and technical innovations that represent the needs of the particular environment.