Deezen

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

Development company Human Nature has received planning approval to transform a former industrial site in Lewes into a sustainable 685-home neighbourhood that will be the UK's largest made from timber. The Phoenix aims to provide sustainable housing to people with a range of income brackets.

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ArchDaily

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

It is particularly in the architecture, engineering and construction industry that the material stands unchallenged, accounting for 60-70% of its total consumption. This year alone, global production exceeded 51 million metric tons, solidifying its rank as the third-most produced plastic in the world.

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Archinect

JANUARY 19, 2022

Buro Happold has been enlisted by the University of Southern California to craft key standards for environmental design and construction performance. The firm was selected through a competitive process to develop new sustainable design guidelines for the university.

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Architonic

MARCH 24, 2024

Even though he is talking in the context of modern-day construction and sustainability improvements – complicated matters – the message in his statement is simple: the possibility for change is right in front of us; we just need to be bold enough to act differently. </p> Today, about four years later,…

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Archinect

JANUARY 18, 2023

The University of Toronto ’s School of Engineering has announced a new research center that will, together with its industry partners, work to find a viable solution to the growing need for public infrastructure that is in tune with the push for sustainability and concerns over climate change.

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Archinect

OCTOBER 3, 2022

The Army Corps estimates construction on the $52 billion project would begin in 2030 and be complete by 2044. Army Corps of Engineers has released a 569-page report outlining a coastal storm risk management feasibility study. The New York District, North Atlantic Division of the U.S.

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Santa Cruz Architect

MAY 4, 2024

Photo by Voll Arkitekter + Rikardo Foto Mass timber construction has revolutionized the architectural landscape, offering a sustainable and innovative alternative to traditional building materials. Engineered wood products are used in a variety of applications, from home construction to commercial buildings to industrial products.

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Deezen

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

The sustainability of structural stone is dependent on how and where it is quarried and its reputation as an infinite material is misleading, warns Slovak-British architect Natalia Petkova in this Stone Age 2.0 The virtue of solid stone construction is case-specific and depends on where the stone comes from and how it is employed."

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Archinect

APRIL 22, 2024

LAX 's new Midfield Satellite Concourse South (or MSC South) recently topped out as the project's construction progresses in nine segments toward its 2025 completion date.

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ArchDaily

MARCH 3, 2024

Image Due to their aesthetic, sustainable, durable, and resistant qualities, stone materials have accompanied the disciplines of architecture and engineering since their origins. SJAIII / JDEstudio + CDM Casas de México.

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Santa Cruz Architect

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

In an age where sustainability and environmental consciousness are at the forefront of architectural innovation, ancient building techniques are experiencing a renaissance. Among these age-old methods, rammed-earth construction stands out as a beacon of eco-friendly building practices.

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BD+C

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

APA – THE ENGINEERED WOOD ASSOCIATION Multifamily Housing Engineered wood’s combination of benefits—from beauty and versatility to sustainability and strength—has made it a popular material for commercial projects such as mixed-use buildings, low-rise office structures and even eight-story mass-timber high rises.

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ArchDaily

JANUARY 10, 2024

The aesthetic and architectural appeal of engineered wood, coupled with its intrinsic association with sustainability, has been a catalyst for the increase in wood-centric projects around the world. Read more »

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Deezen

JANUARY 31, 2024

There are also two tanks of liquified natural gas (LNG) — a first-time fuel source for Royal Carribbean, which has called it "the cleanest fossil fuel available" and the Icon of the Seas its "most sustainable ship yet". The post World's largest cruise ship sets sail amid sustainability concerns appeared first on Dezeen.

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Architizer

JANUARY 4, 2023

This new building is a model for sustainable factories of the future. Beyond the boundaries of typical architecture, our project aims to advance both sustainable construction and sustainable manufacturing. The post Airbus NIS Engine Factory // The Living appeared first on Journal. © The Living. © The Living.

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Archinect

APRIL 10, 2024

” The report’s findings were derived from survey results of 5,400 industry companies and figures across architecture, engineering, construction, design, manufacturing, media, and entertainment. 76% of professionals said they trust AI in their industry, with application areas including productivity and sustainability.

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BD+C

MARCH 20, 2023

3 ways prefabrication doubles as a sustainability strategy 0 qpurcell Mon, 03/20/2023 - 11:09 Modular Building Corie Baker, AIA, shares three modular Gresham Smith projects that found sustainability benefits from the use of prefabrication. Utilizing Prefabrication as a Sustainability Strategy 1. for the cases considered.

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Archinect

APRIL 17, 2024

Image credit Joshua White Photography, courtesy of SCI-Arc The exhibition culminates years of research into engineering and sustainable construction methods and Kipping's belief that timber architecture can play a role in alleviating the impinging housing crisis in Los Angeles and abroad.

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Architizer

SEPTEMBER 5, 2022

Large glass facades, parametric forms and advanced engineering can be found in some of the leading educational facilities of today. Several communities worldwide don’t necessarily have the same access to new-age materials, construction techniques or the funds to actualize these grand visions. Below are just a few examples.

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ArchDaily

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

As contemporary architecture becomes more and more concerned with sustainability and environmental responsibility, the popularity of the material has also increased. The materials derived from wood are thus associated with less greenhouse gas emissions on the condition of trees being harvested from sustainably managed forests.

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Deezen

MARCH 17, 2023

Its prefabricated frame is made of 2,000 cubic metres of glued-laminated timber , held together entirely without screws or nails using a novel structural system developed by Japanese architect Ban in collaboration with Swiss engineer Hermann Blumer. So we had to put our backs into it and make it possible."

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Bustler

NOVEMBER 14, 2022

The UK’s Institution of Structural Engineers has announced the winners of the Structural Awards 2022, which seeks to celebrate the role of structural engineers in sustainability, social impact, innovation, and ingenuity. Ten projects were honored, comprising two Supreme Award winners and eight shortlisted works.

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Deezen

JANUARY 28, 2024

Northeast Pavilion is a permanent bamboo structure created by Mumbai studio AtArchitecture to showcase local craft and construction techniques from the northeast of India. Bamboo was also chosen as it is a traditional construction material in this region of India. This required 90 workers from around the region to travel to the site.

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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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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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Deezen

JULY 8, 2022

With a growing focus on the environmental impact of aviation, architects are designing a new generation of airports focused on sustainability. The examples collected below include airports that use timber, solar panels, modular construction and even a giant waterfall in an attempt to limit their impact on the planet.

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Architizer

DECEMBER 19, 2023

Sustainability has become something of a buzzword in the industry. In some instances, sustainability is employed as a marketing tool, reinforced by superficial practices with little environmental benefit. Order your copy today.

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Deezen

JANUARY 18, 2023

Constructed from structural timber, Waugh Thistleton Architects clad the exterior of the six-storey building in tulipwood timber louvres from the street level to the roof. Its foundation and lower ground floor were made from concrete, with the rest of the structure constructed from cross-laminated timber (CLT).

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Architizer

JANUARY 18, 2024

Leading the field, these six remarkable spaces recognized in the Sustainable Interior Project category of the 11 th A+Awards showcase the best eco-conscious design — and offer valuable blueprints for the industry. There’s impressive engineering behind this deceptively simple concept.

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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. From self-healing concrete to smart materials, the possibilities seem limitless.

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Deezen

JANUARY 6, 2022

Max Fordham, a British engineer and "pioneer of sustainable building design", has passed away at the age of 88. The news of Fordham's death on 4 January was announced yesterday by his eponymous engineering firm, Max Fordham LLP. Top image: engineer Max Fordham has passed away at the age of 88.

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ArchDaily

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

Image © Valerie Bennett Timber has been a popular source of construction material for thousands of years. Through sawing, milling, and other engineered wood conversion processes, various wood forms have been created and applied in products, furniture, and architecture. Wood Chip Barn Project, 2016. Read more »

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The Architect's Newsletter

MARCH 29, 2024

There, architects, business leaders, engineers, students, construction experts, techies, and other professionals coalesced The post How can forced labor be eliminated from the global construction sector? Design for Freedom held its third annual summit this week at Grace Farms in New Canaan, Connecticut.

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Architizer

MARCH 11, 2024

Halls are filled with interactive areas teaching us the benefits of urban greening, allowing us to play as net zero town planners or showcasing preserved relics from the early days of internal combustion engines and the marvels of injection molding. Or at least its newest addition, WISDOME.

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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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ArchDaily

JANUARY 8, 2024

© Tianpei Zeng architects: China Construction Science and Industry Corprotation LTD architects: FORWARD STUDIO architects: Jianxue Architecture and Engineering Design Institute CO. LTD Location: Longgang, Shenzhen, Guangdong Province, China Project Year: 2023 Photographs: Tianpei Zeng Area: 6181.0 m2 Read more »

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BD+C

MAY 25, 2023

4 considerations for increasing biodiversity in construction projects 0 qpurcell Thu, 05/25/2023 - 09:39 Urban Planning As climate change is linked with biodiversity depletion, fostering biodiverse landscapes during construction can create benefits beyond the immediate surroundings of the project.

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