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When To Hire a Structural Engineer over a Civil Engineer

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If you are undertaking a new construction project, renovating a home extensively, or carrying out other construction works, you may need to hire a civil engineer, structural engineer, or both. Type of Structure. Several factors determine which professional to hire, and we will look at them below.

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CLB Architects creates trio of "tectonic structures" for Wyoming residence

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US studio CLB Architects has created a retreat in rural Wyoming that has three wood-clad structures, with a creek running underneath the primary residence. Located on a 35-acre (14-hectare) property near the town of Wilson, the home was envisioned as a series of "tectonic structures" set within a diverse ecosystem.

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Grooved Red Tile, Arches, and a Catwalk Tie Together a Backyard House in Belgium

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The materiality of the project arises from the difficulty of accessing the construction site with particular attention to the reuse of materials on-site and off, as well as the use of natural materials such as insulation and coatings." Have one to share? Post it here. The dwelling extends over a length of 72 feet.

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The Importance of Construction Material Testing

Architecture Ideas

There is much more than meets the eye when constructing a residential or commercial structure. Besides concrete walls and finished flooring, several hours of labor, safety precautions, and material quality must be considered. These are some of the most critical factors determining whether a structure will withstand the test of time.

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The Kitchen in This Pacific Northwest Retreat Is Made From Douglas Fir Felled On-Site

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Project Details: Location: Washington, United States Architect: GO'C / @ go_c_studio Footprint: 1,700 square feet Builder: Sparrow Woodworks Structural Engineer: SSF Engineers Civil Engineer: J Welch Engineering Envelope Consultant: RDH Building Science Inc. Have one to share? Post it here.

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Field Architecture clads flowing Sonoma house in copper

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We looked to the bush – those forested, undeveloped areas of nature that surround the house – while allowing the built structures to adapt to the natural terrain," the studio said. The interior palette uses natural materials like stone and oak and madrone wood finishes. The photography is by Joe Fletcher.

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Brooks + Scarpa wraps Florida sports complex building in concrete shell

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California architecture studio Brooks + Scarpa has created a central structure for a sports complex in Florida with a sloped concrete shell designed to "make a spectacle of rainfall". The concrete shell protects the internal glass structure – where the offices and storage are located – and the outdoor spaces around it.

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