In Austria's verdant Vorarlberg, architecture draws inspiration from nature


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Hirschbuehl in front of the community house in Krumbach, in the western Austrian federal state of Vorarlberg. Photo: AFP

Austria's verdant Vorarlberg region is a pioneer in sustainable design, attracting legions of architects and curious visitors who draw inspiration from its breathtaking buildings.

Communities in the westernmost state of the Alpine country have opted for beauty, comfort and a careful use of resources since the 1960s.

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