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. As is known, in Mexico, stone has been a fundamental element in pre-Hispanic constructions where experimentation was done with vaults, ashlars, masonry, etc.

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Aric Gitomer Architect

JULY 12, 2022

Roofs are now constructed in a way that helps reduce energy bills while retaining the energy in your home. Several advanced but expensive techniques allow the roofs to produce energy for your home. Let’s look at the sustainable alternative to roofing materials. Every homeowner must replace their roof shingles at some point.

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Archinect

AUGUST 18, 2022

The foundation’s attorneys did not immediately comment on the outcome of the highly-publicized case, which stems from flawed designs , faulty construction techniques , rotting building materials , and unsafe living conditions documented in nearly all of the 109 total homes built between 2008 and 2015 through the foundation. (A

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Deezen

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

Harnessing stone as a structural material can make architecture more enjoyable to both build and inhabit argues Tristram Carfrae, an Arup engineer working on the Sagrada Familia , in this Stone Age 2.0 Stone has become a luxury cladding material, whether used as a rainscreen, or as floor tiling," Carfrae told Dezeen. "We

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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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Deezen

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

Malmö studio Lab La Bla unveiled Surface Club, a bar and mini-golf course made from waste materials including Tetra Pak packaging, at the Stockholm Furniture Fair. We have this recycling station that recycles old denim to become new jeans, but in this process, they have a fall out [of material]," Isaksson Pirtti told Dezeen. "So

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ArchDaily

DECEMBER 3, 2023

Image © Walter Dias Being one of the first construction methods developed by humans, earth has proven its resilience and durability over time.

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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. This includes the use of bamboo for the pavilion's structure, which makes a direct reference to the materiality of Indian handlooms.

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Archinect

JANUARY 17, 2024

While HANNAH describes its work as “inherently derived from materiality, digital construction protocols, robotic routines, new technologies, odd construction techniques, and bottom-up design logics,” Morag Myerscough summarizes her mantra as “make happy those who are near and those who are far will come.

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Architizer

AUGUST 22, 2022

Their design responds to the Grade I-listed landscape, with sustainable materials and traditional craft techniques creating simple, functional forms. They are unique not just in the way they are designed, but through their low-impact construction – they are modular, freestanding, and able to be transported rapidly.

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Deezen

OCTOBER 31, 2023

These include making use of local materials with tactile qualities and ensuring a building is formed of interconnected spaces that are tailored to children's activities. Architectural Pioneering Consultants had three principles for the construction of the school. All our material choices were maxed out for performance.

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ArchDaily

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

Image © Christophe Valtin Wood, one of the oldest building materials, has been continuously reinvented throughout history. As contemporary architecture becomes more and more concerned with sustainability and environmental responsibility, the popularity of the material has also increased. Read more »

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Architecture Ideas

FEBRUARY 25, 2022

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. What is Construction Material Testing (CMT). What is Construction Material Testing (CMT).

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ArchDaily

MAY 23, 2023

It is connected to its roots and place of origin, elements that define many of its characteristics based on specific aspects such as culture, climate, topography, vegetation, and the availability of materials and resources in each region. Its constructions are also often linked to traditional building techniques from each place.

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Deezen

APRIL 24, 2024

The collection, called Under Pressure Solutions or UPS, is constructed from thin, compressed sheets of cellulose sponge, allowing the objects to fit into flat parcels – some small enough to squeeze through a letterbox – for more efficient shipping.

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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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ArchDaily

DECEMBER 31, 2023

As traditional custodians of the land, indigenous communities posses a profound understanding of their ecosystems, locally-available materials, cultural norms and social constrains. This knowledge holds insights valuable for shaping contemporary architecture, helping it adapt to both the people and their environments. Read more »

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Deezen

AUGUST 20, 2023

For our latest lookbook , Dezeen has selected eight examples of interiors that were created with reclaimed and recycled materials, including a restaurant in Bangalore and a brick house in Ghent. Earthscape Studio also constructed the building with sithu kal bricks , a traditional technique that is currently not in use.

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The Architecture Designs

JANUARY 19, 2023

Water damages in the cellar can be protected against with the best basement waterproofing technique. Exterior waterproofing is commonly done when a house is constructed. This technique is maybe the most usual do it yourself method of waterproofing. It entails utilizing a chemical material or epoxy to secure walls.

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ArchDaily

JULY 14, 2023

By seeking the knowledge, skills, and decision-making of a communal collective, the project becomes more tailored to their needs, better designed to fit within their local context, and a platform to exchange techniques and vernacular skills. Read more »

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Deezen

MAY 16, 2024

It has an exposed structure of reinforced concrete and rammed earth, designed by Suphasidh Architects to demonstrate the potential of traditional construction techniques, which it said are at risk of being "disregarded" in new developments.

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The Architecture Designs

MARCH 30, 2023

Roofers are responsible for installing, repairing, or replacing roofing materials on homes and other buildings. To complete their tasks, they use a variety of tools and techniques that you should be aware of before undertaking your next business or home renovation. Another factor to consider when choosing shingles is their weight.

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Santa Cruz Architect

MARCH 7, 2022

Straw-bale construction is a building method that uses bales of straw (commonly wheat, rice, rye and oats straw) as structural elements, building insulation, or both. This construction method is commonly used in natural building construction projects. Straw houses have been built on the African plains since the Paleolithic Era.

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Dwell

MARCH 29, 2024

Prior to founding Cosmic Buildings , Sasha Jokic had spent 15 years honing his skills in construction robotics, architecture, and academia. But these experiences also gave him insight into the entrenched challenges of home construction—namely how expensive, bureaucratic, and pollutive it can be.

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Dwell

OCTOBER 14, 2022

In our construction technology, we follow the path of nature, which embodies techniques that are not new, but have proven to be reliable over hundreds of years. Such values, combined with modern materials standards and a compact design, ensure that future maintenance will be inexpensive and simple.

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Santa Cruz Architect

JANUARY 8, 2024

In the midst of these challenges, resilient construction practices emerge as a critical solution to ensure the longevity and adaptability of our built environment. In the midst of these challenges, resilient construction practices emerge as a critical solution to ensure the longevity and adaptability of our built environment.

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Deezen

APRIL 23, 2024

The timber cabin is wrapped by an external skin clad with cedar shingles "The idea behind the Monocoque Cabin was inspired by the construction techniques used in the aerospace and automotive industries, which are renowned for their efficient material utilization," Markos told Dezeen. metres-wide, 3.5-metres-tall

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ArchDaily

MARCH 7, 2022

Its low height, its horizontal lines and, above all, its materiality make it a modern building in perfect harmony with the local nature. This is an extremely traditional and historic building technique, but which is rarely attributed to contemporary buildings. Read more ».

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DesignRulz

JUNE 16, 2023

In recent years, there has been a noticeable shift in the construction industry, with wood emerging as a popular choice for builders and architects worldwide. Wood offers a range of benefits that make it an attractive option for construction projects, both from an environmental and practical standpoint.

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The Spaces

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

Though hardly a new trend, ‘raw’ has really taken off in 2023 with material textures playing pivotal roles in interior design. The raw aesthetic leans into the rugged side of minimalism, celebrating the texture and honesty of materials. But what exactly is it? Raw interiors are irregular or rough, weathered and often handworked.

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Architizer

JANUARY 12, 2023

When considering sustainability solutions in architecture, constructing a building with earth is probably different from what first comes to mind. Sure, soil might theoretically be one of the most ‘ecological’ building materials, but is there anything we can truly build with earth beyond rustic structures?

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Deezen

JULY 14, 2023

In order to address growing environmental concerns within the furniture and wider design industries, brands are opting to make their products using renewable, recyclable and reclaimed materials, and processes with circular principles in mind. It can be upholstered with Kvadrat's Re-wool material, which is made from 45 per cent recycled wool.

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Deezen

MARCH 31, 2023

Named Loom Room, the installation is a continuation of Jongerius 's research into 3D weaving, which she says is "the strongest and lightest construction that we have". The loom and its nine-metre-tall woven creation were informed by the space around it, with materials draped over aluminium bars hung from the building's structure.

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Archinect

FEBRUARY 17, 2023

The University of the Fraser Valley (UFV) in British Columbia has selected Canadian firms DIALOG and Group2 to design and the construction companies Clark Builders and Turner to build a six-story, CAD $73 million (USD $54 million) mass timber student housing building. It will also integrate passive house building certification standards.

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Architizer

SEPTEMBER 28, 2022

Architecture and construction go hand-in-hand. But as technology advances and we continue to dream up new ways to design where we live, work and play, what happens when humans are slowly removed from construction and how we build? If such a thing exists, what exactly is human-free construction? Check out the full schedule !

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Archinect

JANUARY 21, 2022

With mass timber's popularity increasing over the years, it has become a difficult building material to obtain as of late. As a result, students preparing to enter the field of architecture and construction must learn the techniques and applications that fall in line with mass timber trends affecting the industry.

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Deezen

APRIL 3, 2024

Dezeen Showroom: created by American brand Bestcase , the Foundation bar stool is designed to celebrate raw aluminium and simple manufacturing techniques. The Foundation bar stool was designed by Bestcase co-founder Charles Constantine and released in 2022 as part of a collection built from aluminium sheet material.

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