BD+C

JUNE 5, 2023

How to properly assess structural wind damage 0 dbarista Mon, 06/05/2023 - 16:17 Engineers Properly assessing wind damage can identify vulnerabilities in a building's design or construction, which could lead to future damage or loss, writes Matt Wagner, SE, Principal and Managing Director with Walter P Moore.

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Structure Insurance Structural Engineering Safety 98

Deezen

MARCH 17, 2023

Continuing our Timber Revolution series, we look at the Tamedia Office Building by Shigeru Ban – Switzerland's first seven-storey mass-timber structure that was barely legal at the time of its completion in 2013.

Engineering 132

Engineering Engineering Building Insurance 132

Deezen

JULY 27, 2023

Architecture practice Studio Bark has collaborated with artist Michael Pinsky to create the wooden Making A Stand installation, which aims to explore material life cycles and "stand in solidarity with climate protestors". It is set to be repurposed when the installation is deconstructed at the end of the year.

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Installation Cities Deconstruction Design 97

BD+C

JUNE 22, 2023

How to Specify Engineered Wood Products 1 kcichowicz Thu, 06/22/2023 - 10:58 APA – The Engineered Wood Association offers guidance on the properties and applications of engineered wood products and how to correctly specify them in accordance with the IBC. The panels must pass wet and dry structural performance tests.

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Engineering Engineering Manufacturing Structure 52

Deezen

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

Nonprofit New York City Economic Development Corporation has launched New York City Mass Timber Studio, an assistance program for the development of mass-timber construction within New York City. Mass timber encompasses a variety of engineered wood that can be used as a structural building material.

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Cities Construction Construction Industrial 128

Archinect

MARCH 16, 2022

The Eiffel Tower grew by six meters (nearly 20 feet) on Tuesday after engineers hoisted a new communications antenna at the very top of France’s most iconic landmark. Tuesday’s addition of the new DAB+ antenna now brings the structure even further away from its original height of 312 meters (1,023 feet) at construction.

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Finances Installation Transportation Engineering 306

The Architecture Designs

APRIL 18, 2024

This comprehensive guide explores the intricate process of home, floor, and basement construction, offering insights, tips, and recommendations to help you navigate this complex journey successfully. Foundation Construction : The foundation is the backbone of any home, providing support and stability.

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Construction Construction Home Foundation 52

Architizer

MARCH 28, 2024

The Crystal Palace , constructed for the Great Exhibition of 1851 in London, stands as a groundbreaking precursor to modern pavilions, pioneering the concept of lightweight, prefabricated structures. The post Ephemeral Structures, Enduring Ideas: Why Architectural Pavilions Still Matter appeared first on Journal.

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Santa Cruz Architect

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

The construction industry is undergoing a transformative phase thanks to breakthroughs in material science. Advanced construction materials are revolutionizing the way we build, offering enhanced durability, sustainability, and efficiency. One of the most immediate benefits is the extension of a structure’s lifespan.

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Materials Construction Construction Sustainability 72

Deezen

MAY 2, 2024

Made from 277 pieces of triangular cross-laminated timber (CLT), the spherical structure, which the designers refer to as a "visualisation dome", contains tiered seating surrounded by 3D screens. It sits atop an LVL column structure spanning 48 by 24 metres.

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Roofing Engineering Engineering Exterior 144

Deezen

MARCH 3, 2023

New Affiiliates has repurposed an architectural mockup for a garden shed structure Architectural models are used in many large construction projects for design review. New Affiliates and Steward Halevy saw an opportunity to try and use these models to replace public structures in Queens, which they noticed were often in disrepair.

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Structure Architecture Design Cities 100

Deezen

AUGUST 26, 2022

The Robotically Fabricated Structure is the result of a project by the Adel Design Research (ADR) Laboratory at the University of Michigan's Taubman College of Architecture and Urban Planning. Custom algorithms were used to calculate the optimal arrangement for the timber 2x4s, removing the need for any larger beams within the structure.

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Construction Construction Structural Engineering Deconstruction 105

SW Oregon Architect

MARCH 12, 2023

The March meeting of the Construction Specifications Institute-Willamette Valley Chapter featured a fascinating tour of the $90 million renovation project in progress at Huestis Hall on the campus of the University of Oregon. Installed FRP strips within the existing elevator shaft.

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Renovation Installation Structure Engineering 198

BD+C

OCTOBER 18, 2023

Engineered Wood Sprouts Solutions for Supermarket Chain 1 kcichowicz Wed, 10/18/2023 - 13:31 Switching from a steel roof system to an engineered wood one helped a Sprouts Farmers Market design team solve supply chain challenges and lower the location’s carbon footprint. Engineer Mo Kateeb, principal of A.V.

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Engineering Engineering Roofing Manufacturing 52

Deezen

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

The first charging station is set to be installed this summer, with 100 planned to be built in 25 Italian marinas and ports by 2030 funded by a €100 million investment led by NatPower H , which is part of energy company NatPower.

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BD+C

OCTOBER 1, 2020

The project was carried out by Western Wood Structures, a local construction company based out of Tualatin, Oregon, that specializes in mass timber installation. .

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Engineering Engineering Installation Structure 111

Deezen

APRIL 23, 2024

Nestled beside the surrounding woodland, the cabin is wrapped by an external skin or 'monocoque' – similar to an eggshell – that draws on structural systems used within the aerospace and automotive industries. The structure draws aerospace and automative construction techniques Measuring 3.3-metres-wide, metres-wide, 3.5-metres-tall

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Technique Structural Engineering Structure Construction 130

Deezen

DECEMBER 28, 2022

Bay Area studio David Baker Architects has completed 145 units of social housing using modular construction and a weathering steel facade in San Francisco , California. The use of modular construction reduced the project's timeline from the average five to seven years to three. Structural engineer: DCI Engineers.

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Construction Construction Housing Architect 116

Santa Cruz Architect

APRIL 13, 2024

Historical Evolution The journey of structural plywood began in 1905 when the Portland Manufacturing Company introduced the first plywood made from western woods. Technical Merits and Standards Both plywood and OSB are categorized as “wood structural panels” in model building codes, acknowledging their structural equivalence.

Manufacturing 72

Manufacturing Technology Technology Engineering 72

BD+C

JULY 20, 2023

Fire-Rated Systems in Light-Frame Wood Construction 1 kcichowicz Thu, 07/20/2023 - 09:38 Multifamily Housing Find guidance on designing and building some of the most cost-effective, code-compliant fire-rated construction systems. While “fireproof” is probably not attainable, fire-resistant construction is well within reach.

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Construction Construction Insurance Safety 52

Dwell

APRIL 30, 2024

Project Details: Location: Yarraville, Victoria, Australia Architecture and Interior Design: OOF! The resulting house is compact but airy, filled with sun and color, and exploits the best of a narrow site in the heart of industrial Melbourne."

Structural Engineering 105

Structural Engineering Contractor Windows Site 105

Architecture Ideas

MARCH 4, 2022

If you’re planning on renovating your interiors, engineered wood flooring is something to seriously consider. In addition to shelling out for the materials themselves, you’ll also need to consider installation costs. Why Engineered Wood Flooring is an Eco-Friendly Alternative. Are Hardwood Floors a Better Option?

Engineering 52

Engineering Engineering Manufacturing Installation 52

Architizer

JULY 12, 2023

We’re entering an era where architecture does more than simply exist structurally. These ten projects are more than mere structures; they are experiences, expertly crafted symphonies of design that embody and elevate the lives of those that enjoy them. Order your copy today. Look around you. What do you see?

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Engineering Engineering Project Architecture 98

Deezen

APRIL 2, 2024

million square foot (116,1300-square metre) structure – including 275,000 square feet (25,550 square metres) of interior space – to modernize the complex and add contemporary amenities and hospitality offerings, as well as transform the racetrack into a multi-purpose venue for both racing and non-racing events.

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Events Estimating Engineering Engineering 124

Deezen

OCTOBER 25, 2023

Along with curling exterior walls that span the length of the houses's perimeter, they were created using a technique in which concrete is poured slowly into fabric formwork supported by a plywood rib structure. The team covered the structure with berms, which rise out of the flat landscape of the surrounding agricultural fields.

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Housing Technique Exterior Consulting 140

Deezen

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

Open-air terraces and large steps wrap around the structure The project's structure, built from ultra-high performance concrete (UHPC), is defined by multilevel platforms, with movement around the building provided by a Z-shaped path that gently ascends between three floors.

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Glass Architecture Firm Landscape Design Brief 133

Deezen

OCTOBER 24, 2023

Called The Lindemann Performing Arts Center (The Lindemann) the 101,000 square-foot (9,383-square-metre) structure consists of a shoebox theatre with a long bridge-like walkway. A light installation by US artist Leo Villareal has been installed in the lobby. So it's this weird inversion." The photography is by Iwan Baan.

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Space Civil Engineering Consulting Safety 132

Deezen

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

Architects from the Beijing Institute of Architectural Design used a cable membrane structure and bricks of river ice to create this installation in Qinhuangdao , China, which has been shortlisted for a 2023 Dezeen Award.

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Installation Roofing Structure Exterior 118

Deezen

JANUARY 20, 2024

The structure's "monumental" form draws on American memorial architecture "The United States has a strong tradition when it comes to memorials," Kaan Architecten co-founder Vincent Panhuysen told Dezeen. All these monuments are significant constructions, carved in stone and cast in concrete, with the purpose of enduring for many generations.

Civil Engineering 129

Civil Engineering Structural Engineering Engineering Engineering 129

Building and Interiors

APRIL 17, 2022

As a result, urban planners, architects, and contractors are looking for alternatives that are lightweight and allow buildings to rise taller while saving structural costs. In this context, innovative construction technologies such as Drywalls prove to be the apt solution to addressing the changing urban construction landscape.

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SW Oregon Architect

OCTOBER 1, 2023

The National Benevolent Association constructed Olive Plaza during the late 1970s as a HUD Section 202 project. Popular at the time of its construction, the lift slab technique has since fallen from favor. Column reinforcement installed as part of the 2014-2016 seismic upgrade project (my photo).

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Architecture Diagram Construction Construction 207

Deezen

MAY 7, 2024

In collaboration with structural engineer Michel Virlogeux and the construction group Webuild , the proposed design will feature primary support pillars "well away from the navigation channel used by large vessels". Photovoltaic panels would also be installed "across the whole span". The images are by Brick Visual.

Structural Engineering 126

Structural Engineering Safety Construction Construction 126

Design Thoughts Architects

OCTOBER 25, 2022

Classical Villa Construction in Bangalore. Construction of this classical luxury villa is now taking place in Bangalore. This villa design that we created has a G+3 structure. These marks are attached to strong structures such as plinths, roads, or trees. This 2400 square-foot north-facing plot is rectangular in shape.

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The Architecture Designs

APRIL 11, 2024

In the realm of construction projects, shop drawings stand as vital blueprints that bridge the gap between design concepts and practical execution. Structural: Structural shop drawings delve into the detailed specifications of structural components like steel frames, providing instructions for fabrication, assembly, and erection.

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Architecture Ideas

DECEMBER 15, 2022

Technological developments triggered the acceptance of aluminum in structural applications. Aluminum is broadly used in household dwellings and commercial constructions as it’s the second-best choice after steel. Did you know that 25% of globally produced aluminum is used in construction? Source: whranking.com.

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Utilities Modern Construction Construction 61

BD+C

OCTOBER 27, 2023

Roofing contractor installs TPO system on 228-unit multifamily housing project in Worcester, Mass. Capeway Roofing Systems jumped at the chance to install the roof system on a new project consisting of 228 apartment units with ground-level retail space in the fast-growing Canal District of Worcester, Mass. Based in Westport, Mass.,

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Contractor Roofing Installation Project 52

Building and Interiors

APRIL 8, 2022

We can see a drastic change in the plumbing and construction industry today. MEP consulting engineers are well-versed in a variety of commercial building issues. MEP consulting engineers are well-versed in a variety of commercial building issues. Prasanna Kumar, Engineering Consultant Jt. About Mr. B.O. Prasanna Kumar.

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Consulting Engineering Engineering Technology 59