Deezen

JANUARY 26, 2024

British architecture practice Studio Bark has worked with students from the University of East London to devise a roof-supporting column with otherwise unusable timber at a site within ancient English woodland. If you were to draw a force diagram, you'd need more material in the middle, so naturally it's a win-win," she said.

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Deezen

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

series, we've collected 10 recently completed and upcoming buildings that show the potential of structural stone as a modern construction material. has explored the viability of stone as a modern, low-carbon building material that could help the construction industry minimise its vast carbon footprint.

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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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Deezen

AUGUST 17, 2023

Dutch architecture studio Overtreders W has created Stable Stack, a temporary cabin hotel built using straps and borrowed materials, in Veenhuizen, the Netherlands. Stable Stack showcases the beautiful possibilities that the combination of craftsmanship and sustainable handling of materials can offer."

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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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Deezen

DECEMBER 17, 2023

Norwegian consulting agency Oslotre has completed HasleTre, an office building with a timber structure that was designed to be easily disassembled and reused in the future. Internally, we aim to expose as much of the wooden construction as possible, combining it with wooden sheets for light walls," said Groba.

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Dwell

APRIL 9, 2024

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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Architizer

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

And like the Gothic cathedrals he loves, these structures would stand for centuries, persisting through hurricanes, earthquakes and floods. Reducing the amount of concrete used in construction would have a major impact on climate change. And if this principle were widely applied, it could change the future of construction forever.

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Architizer

JUNE 2, 2022

Despite technical complications involved in construction, inclined sites can invoke inspiring new architectural possibilities that just aren’t possible on flat sites. Floating buildings can be constructed on slopes either by using a taller foundation or supports. Villa Vals by SeARCH , Vals, Switzerland.

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The Architecture Designs

JANUARY 20, 2023

Countless tools and machinery are needed for construction sites. But because so much is necessary, it can be tricky to figure out the best options to include on a site. Below is some machinery that is often needed for construction jobs and the tasks they’re suited for. Construction cranes come in a variety of types.

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Architizer

SEPTEMBER 5, 2022

Several communities worldwide don’t necessarily have the same access to new-age materials, construction techniques or the funds to actualize these grand visions. Given that the site is located in paddy fields in the mountains there, the structure is built using layers of walls to adapt to the topography. Panyaden School.

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Archinect

MAY 5, 2024

In the bustling urban landscape of Tehran, a metropolis in perpetual motion, one of the prevailing architectural endeavors is the construction of five-story infill residential projects. 5+1 Residence" exemplified this trend. 5+1 Residence" exemplified this trend.

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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

MARCH 9, 2023

Mass-timber products, such as cross-laminated timber (CLT) and glued laminated timber (glulam), are growing in popularity in architecture as they can offer a low-carbon alternative to commonplace materials including steel and concrete. The 100-metre-tall tower will have a timber core and load-bearing structure.

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Santa Cruz Architect

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

Among these age-old methods, rammed-earth construction stands out as a beacon of eco-friendly building practices. Modern rammed-earth technology combines traditional wisdom with contemporary engineering, offering a sustainable solution to contemporary construction challenges.

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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

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

Image © Helene Binet As cities grow and evolve, the question of preserving, rehabilitating, or adapting historic sites arises. They then create modern extensions that either harmonize or contrast with the original structure. Antwerp Port House by Zaha Hadid Architects.

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Deezen

JUNE 15, 2023

It sits at the edge of a nature preserve on Punta Cometa, or Comet Point, a peninsula that juts into the Pacific Ocean and was once the site of an Aztec fort. Two stone towers juxtapose the site's horizontal elements The architects also needed to consider how the landscape evolves throughout the year.

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Deezen

JANUARY 9, 2024

The IFEA headquarters comprises two structures in a narrow, rectangular infill property. The second structure is completely new Along the street edge – set off from the sidewalk by a small entry courtyard – the administrative office building is in a preserved monumental house characterised by pink stonework.

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Deezen

FEBRUARY 3, 2024

Spanish architect Juan Gurrea Rumeu used a palette of warm, textural materials and carefully positioned voids to create atmospheric living spaces inside this house he designed for himself and his wife in Barcelona. Their bold presence helps to emphasise the volume of these double-height spaces.

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BD+C

APRIL 21, 2023

The Role of Engineered Wood in Sustainable Structures 1 kcichowicz Fri, 04/21/2023 - 11:23 Sustainability in construction is becoming more important as society moves towards a more sustainable future. What Makes a Sustainable Structure? How Do We Compare Building Materials?

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Dwell

MARCH 21, 2023

The roof extension is built in a timber frame structure with exposed beams. Straw bales from a nearby farm were chosen as the insulation material. Clay plaster and rammed earth from the waste soil of Brussels building sites are used for finishing. Have one to share? Post it here.

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Deezen

AUGUST 16, 2023

Satish Jassal Architects designed Haringey Brick Bungalow The 110-square-metre site and narrow passageway was "like building through a straw", dictating many design and construction decisions. The materials have been selected to complement each other and to weather gracefully together over time."

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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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Deezen

JULY 17, 2023

Named Reset Materials , the exhibition at the Copenhagen-based gallery contains a showcase of architectural fragments made from 10 different low-carbon materials, including earth, biocement, mycelium, silicon and straw. The aim, according to Muhr, was not to champion individual materials, but to show how they might be used together.

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BD+C

MARCH 18, 2024

A modular construction solution to the mental healthcare crisis 0 qpurcell Mon, 03/18/2024 - 12:19 Healthcare Facilities Maria Ionescu, Senior Medical Planner, Stantec, shares a tested solution for the overburdened emergency department: Modular hub-and-spoke design. Clinicians called the newly built structure “a godsend.”

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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

JUNE 12, 2023

Cortesia de Kryton Concrete, second only to water, is the most consumed material worldwide due to its structural strength, ease of handling, and versatility. Comprised of cement, sand, gravel, and water, it is extensively used in construction projects of various scales.

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Hotel Designs

MAY 4, 2023

Situated within Saudi Arabia’s first UNESCO World Heritage Site and opening by Q4 2023, The Chedi Hegra will offer 35 bespoke guestrooms, each with its own distinct connection to the Hegra landscape, a breath-taking testimony of human expression within the natural environment.

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Deezen

OCTOBER 18, 2023

From factories and warehouses to shop fronts and underpasses, Hicks explores the structures that make up the post-industrial landscape of the West Midlands region known as the Black Country. There are improvised and patched-up structures all over the region." "I Colour and surface material are key focuses for my work." "I

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Deezen

AUGUST 30, 2022

A void punctures the centre of this compact concrete home, which Japanese studio Noriaki Hanaoka Architecture has elevated over a sloping site in Chiba Prefecture. Torus House sits on a steeply sloping site in Chiba Prefecture. The concrete structure cuts through the home. Contractor: SAWA CONSTRUCTION Co.,

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Deezen

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

Formafatal has constructed twin villas out of rammed earth on a jungled hillside in Playa Hermosa, Costa Rica that open to the Pacific Ocean with expansive frameless glass. Their facades are clad in rammed earth The identical rectangular plans have only three solid exterior walls, constructed of rammed clay that was excavated from the site.

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Dwell

JUNE 6, 2023

Collective Project builds a verdant residence with bricks handcrafted out of rubble from the site. In Bangalore, and across India, rampant growth has led to a boom in new construction, especially for housing. We wondered, ‘if we’re not going to use the existing building, can we reuse the material?

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Deezen

OCTOBER 13, 2023

Architecture studio Tolila+Gilliland used a palette of tactile materials to "engage the senses" at the Gilbert Raby Therapeutic Workshops in France. Dug into a sloping site, the building sits on a reinforced concrete base, and was constructed using compressed earth bricks and earthen plaster with a timber-frame roof.

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Dwell

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

Andrew Frederick worked with healthy, locally sourced materials to DIY a woodsy compound for his wife and two kids. In the 1960s, Betsy Frederick’s grandparents’ property in Owls Head, Maine, was struck by lightning. It caused a fire that cleared a half acre on a small hilltop, close to where members of her family still live.

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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. This article explores the importance of resilient construction in the context of changing climate conditions, emphasizing the twin pillars of durability and adaptability.

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Deezen

JULY 8, 2022

Sustainably-sourced timber has been used for the structure, cladding and interior of this mews home in Highgate, London , designed by local architect Russell Jones. metre garage width, proximity of adjoining structures and required setbacks," explained Russell Jones. The entire exterior is clad with Siberian larch.

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