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Australia bans engineered stone due to silicosis risk

Deezen

Australia has become the first country in the world to ban engineered stone, following rising cases of silicosis among workers who handle the material. The ban targets engineered stone, also known as agglomerated stone – a type of material made by mixing crushed stone with a resin binder. "The

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"Putting architects in control will not solve the building safety crisis"

Deezen

Following the Grenfell Tower inquiry, architects must face up to their responsibility for Britain's building safety crisis instead of blaming contracts that lessen their influence, writes Peter Apps. Alongside engineering consultancy Max Fordham , architects Studio E chose to aim for an "aspirational" thermal efficiency target.

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How To Become a Heavy Equipment Broker: Your Path to Success

The Architecture Designs

Connect with the following to grow your network: Industry Professionals Benefits of Connecting Manufacturers Gain insights into new technology and equipment features. Brokers also need to be aware of contract laws, as they will negotiate terms between buyers and sellers. Establish connections with: Equipment manufacturers.

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Roundtable: what materials matter in hotel design

Hotel Designs

With a backdrop of stripped back surfaces contrasting with (luxurious) finishes, the panel discussed not only the materials, but also the matter and mode of manufacture and why this does in fact matter!

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Competitions: Jiaxing Ancient City Connecting South Lake International Concept Design Competition on Footbridge Crossing Huancheng River and Railway

Bustler

Chief Architect of GMAID, Researcher Level Senior Engineer, Nation 1st Class Registered Architect, Review Expert of Jiaxing Municipal Bureau of Natural Resources and Planning Chen Jianjiang?Vice Vice Director of Jiaxing Municipal Bureau of Culture, Radio, Television and Tourism (Jiaxing Muncipal Cultural Heritage Bureau) Sun Huixiang?

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100 Women to Watch in Architecture

Architizer

2020 A+Award winner Anna Maria Bordas is an architect from ENSAVT and engineer of Ponts et Chaussées engineering school. She has formally wed her expertise in the two disciplines by founding Bordas+Peiro Architect and Engineering Firm. Anna Maria Bordas. Gabriela Etchegaray.

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Mind the Gaps (and Curves) with Precast Concrete

Landscape Architecture Magazine

Precast concrete, which is concrete that is cast into its final form before it is installed, has long been used in architecture and engineering for myriad forms and applications. James Dudley is an assistant superintendent for a development, general contracting, and construction management firm.