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Ep 121: Material Selection

Life of an Architect

When you think of a building – whatever scale or project type, the items that go to create that building are most frequently associated with the materials that are selected that define the appearance of the building. We also discussed when we start making those decisions. Is it early? All the time? Is it early?

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Burj Khalifa, Dubai: What makes it so fascinating? (51+pics, FAQ)

Building and Interiors

Burj Khalifa is the tallest building on earth with a height of 2717 feet. Thus, in this article, we have put together all the necessary information about Burj Khalifa. The global icon, Burj Khalifa replaced Taiwan’s Taipei 101, an 88 storey building for the title of the tallest building in the world in 2009.

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Tredje Natur proposes floating car parks to prevent urban flooding

Deezen

Next in our Designing for Disaster series, we spotlight Pop Up, Danish studio Tredje Natur's bold proposal for cities to build floating car parks on top of flood-preventing reservoirs. That was what accelerated the Danish movement towards more resilient urban-planning practice, but we really started from scratch."

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6 Things Every Homeowner Should Know About Window Flashing

Santa Cruz Architect

Window flashing is an essential component of any home’s building envelope. In this article, we will explore seven important things homeowners should know about window flashing, including its purpose, types, proper installation, maintenance, the importance of professional installation, and compliance with building codes and regulations.

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How to Clean Your Patio for Spring with a Pressure Washer?

The Architecture Designs

As the winter months draw to a close and spring approaches, many homeowners prepare for the warmer weather by tackling a list of outdoor maintenance tasks. This is where a pressure washer comes into play. A clean patio not only looks better, it is also safer for you and your family.

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How to Choose the Right Electronic Lock Manufacturer for Your Needs

Architecture Ideas

In this article, we’ll walk you through the process of selecting the right lock manufacturer for you, and provide helpful tips on how to identify your security goals, research manufacturers, analyze market trends, understand the cost of different solutions and preview models with demonstrations and trials.

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The Minimal Intervention

A Daily Dose of Architecture Books

Pink-tinted Air" was his expression for the coloring of the paper, which roughly echoes quotes like Louis Kahn's "the sun never knew how great it was until it hit the side of a building" and such buildings as those designed by Luis Barragan, where light reflects off of painted walls to greatly affect spaces.