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Intro to ICFs and Alternative ICFs

Santa Cruz Architect

Insulating concrete form or insulated concrete form (ICF) is a system of formwork for reinforced concrete usually made with a rigid thermal insulation that stays in place as a permanent interior and exterior substrate for walls, floors, and roofs. Today, ICFs are an accepted system within all building codes in North America.

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Solar lighting: How to choose the right one? (All FAQs Answered)

Building and Interiors

The new and advanced solar light system that includes the solar battery, panels, etc. But now, you can have solar light systems for your home & indoor gardens with the right application information. This article covers the following information regarding solar lighting for home, garden, and outdoor: What is solar lighting?

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The Dezeen guide to solar power

Deezen

This Dezeen guide to solar power , which forms part of our Solar Revolution series, explains the different types of photovoltaics from the well-established to the more experimental. Solar cells containing semiconductor materials are what capture the sun's energy in this way, but there are multiple different types.

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A Trend towards Sustainability

Design Thoughts Architects

Homes with Green Roof A Trend towards Sustainability. The green roof is an old technology of green buildings, buildings such as the gardens of Babylon and the Roman Empire, that is growing trees on buildings. The green roof system is an addition to the roof of an existing plant for growing plants.

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Adhesives or Sealants: How to choose the right product for a specific job? (+Demo videos)

Building and Interiors

The difference between sealants and adhesives remains quite ambiguous. However, the processing time and composition differ in both. But these differences are not quite obvious. Advantages of adhesives: Versatility: The adhesive force ensures the binding of different types of materials together. Adhesive tube.

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How to Find a Good Seamless Gutter & Supply Company in Your Area

The Architecture Designs

This article discusses how to find a good seamless gutter & supply company regardless of your location. Get Professionalism from the First Call source: pinterest.com Pay attention to how the sales manager communicates with you and what kind of commercial offer you receive. What materials will you offer me for my roof or gutters?

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An architect painstakingly rebuilds after the Black Summer fires

Habitus Living

Fortunately, Turner and his friends had hosed down the green roof of the new wing, predominantly covered with pig face, a plant that contains 95 per cent water, which helped save the property. A large range of eucalypts was planted including 15 different rainforest species.