BD+C

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

Structural engineering solutions for office-to-residential conversion 0 qpurcell Thu, 09/28/2023 - 10:37 Office Buildings IMEG's Edwin Dean, Joe Gulden, and Doug Sweeney, share seven key focuses for structural engineers when planning office-to-residential conversions. faces a housing deficit of 3.8 million units.

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Deezen

APRIL 11, 2024

Completed in only 2012, the glulam -and-steel truss bridge was designed by Norwegian architecture studio Plan Arkitekter and engineering firm Norconsult for the Norwegian Public Roads Administration (NPRA). Tretten Bridge was designed while building regulations in Norway were in transition from a national system to European codes.

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The Architecture Designs

OCTOBER 31, 2022

If you are undertaking a new construction project, renovating a home extensively, or carrying out other construction works, you may need to hire a civil engineer, structural engineer, or both. Because of how involved some of these projects can be, it is best to get in touch with a civil engineering firm in St.

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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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Architizer

NOVEMBER 11, 2022

At Hitra Office & Commercial Building, we have found the answer by redefining the current regulations & restrictions to cause a win-win relationship with the building, neighborhood & city. Causing a balance among the mentioned ones as a goal was met by redefining the restrictions and regulations that limited us the most.

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Deezen

MARCH 22, 2023

Uncertainty among governments and insurers over whether mid- and high-rise timber buildings are safe in a fire remains a key obstacle to the greater adoption of engineered-wood buildings. However, he believes it is important to be up-front about the material's potential hazards. And it's not exactly like that. "And

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Deezen

JUNE 10, 2022

Timber wall systems will need to pass a large-scale fire safety test before they can be used on medium-rise residential blocks in England under building regulations being introduced by the UK government. Above: the Grenfell Tower fire prompted a review of building regulations. This hybrid approach has many benefits".

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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. This article discusses the top 20 tallest mass timber buildings globally, exploring their design, engineering feats, and environmental impact.

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Dwell

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

The 215-square-foot addition utilizes the sustainable material as cladding that matches the neighborhood’s brick and as a non-toxic insulation. Sustainable material choices and low U-values were chosen throughout for all new elements, including triple glazing throughout by Ecovia. Have one to share? Post it here.

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Architizer

OCTOBER 7, 2022

In medical terms, biomaterial refers to a substance engineered to interact with biological systems for a medical purpose (like a heart valve or bone graft). In the design industry, when we discuss biomaterials, we are actually talking about bio-based materials, which are derived and manufactured from living organisms.

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Deezen

MARCH 20, 2023

"A showpiece for natural and new" It was designed to showcase the potential of using CLT in Australia, despite the material not being available locally. "A Being Australia's first CLT apartment building, the structure had to demonstrate both the viability and safety of the material. "We

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Building and Interiors

APRIL 8, 2022

MEP consulting engineers are well-versed in a variety of commercial building issues. Engineering consultants with extensive experience offer bespoke solutions to increase the energy efficiency of existing buildings and provide creative solutions for new building systems with assistance from brands like SCHELL. About Mr. B.O.

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BD+C

MAY 13, 2014

Leaders of America’s design and construction industry – along with building owners and operators - for the first time have agreed to promote resilience in contemporary planning, building materials, design, construction and operational techniques as the solution to making the nation’s aging infrastructure more safe and secure.

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Deezen

JUNE 14, 2022

"I've heard that in an architecture degree you get half a day on fire safety," agreed fire engineer and fire safety consultant Andrea White. The lack of training is leading to dangerous knowledge gaps in the architecture profession, argued architectural technologist and fire engineer Frances Maria Peacock. "A

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Deezen

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

Read: Haworth Tompkins unveils "UK's first multi-storey light-industrial scheme" Cross-laminated timber was chosen for the structure to minimise construction time and material waste. It is left exposed throughout to eliminate the need for additional finishes.

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Deezen

APRIL 4, 2023

As architecture has evolved it has become detached from an understanding of construction and engineering that was once at the profession's core, writes Eleanor Jolliffe. His 10 books on architecture cover everything from inappropriate decoration on columns to the basics of hydraulic engineering. There have always been architects.

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Deezen

SEPTEMBER 3, 2023

Blending systems, thinking and human-centred design with technical analysis as well as physical and digital prototyping, you'll learn the intellectual and practical skills you need to become a well-rounded designer or design engineer. ZenDen can be folded flat against the wall when not in use so it doesn't encroach on the classroom's space.

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BD+C

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

Erik Barth Regulations Mass Timber Wood The Changing Built Environment The U.N.’s Embodied emissions are the ‘baked in’ carbon dioxide (and equivalent gas) emissions associated with material sourcing, manufacturing, and construction, and end of life. Timber is a renewable resource that is underutilized as a structural material.

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Deezen

MARCH 23, 2023

Upon its completion , the project became the world's largest cross-laminated timber (CLT) building, was its uses more of the material by volume – 3,852 cubic metres – than any other building. I am happy with the way it looks but would have preferred a lightweight cladding material." "We

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Deezen

FEBRUARY 2, 2022

If passed into law, the Carbon Emissions (Buildings) Bill would require building regulations to be amended to limit the roughly 50 million tonnes of CO2 that are emitted from the materials and construction of buildings in the UK every year. Duncan Baker is proposing a bill to regulate embodied carbon.

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Deezen

FEBRUARY 3, 2022

To reduce the carbon footprint of the house, Kirkland Fraser Moor used natural materials for much of the home's structure and internal walls. The distinctive house was built under the Paragraph 80 planning regulation. In Kent, architect Charles Holland has also designed a house approved under the regulation. Contractor: Husker.

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Architizer

MAY 6, 2024

Analyzing, for example, vast datasets to inform decisions related to building orientation, material selection, or energy performance has resulted in groundbreaking architectural solutions during the past decade. The challenge lies in the highly irregular way the materials chosen for the structure (stone and textiles) are used.

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Architecture Ideas

JUNE 12, 2023

Depending on your project, this person might be an architect, engineer, or surveyor. It will be easier to prioritize materials and tasks based on cost as you will know what needs to be finished and by when. Ensuring that your builder uses high-grade materials and finishes suitable for the project is essential.

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BD+C

MAY 25, 2023

Polly Osborne Designers / Specifiers / Landscape Architects Engineers Architects Regulations Biophilic Design Sustainable Development Sustainable Design and Construction Urban Planning When we spend time in nature, we instinctively feel its value. There’s more focus than ever on the environmental impact of construction projects.

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Matt Fajkus Architecture

JANUARY 25, 2018

Preface by Matt Fajkus: There is a saying that goes something like this, “Engineers have to know everything about one thing, and architects have to know a little about everything.” This includes coordinating with all consultants – especially engineers, who bring great value and technical expertise to any given project.

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Architizer

OCTOBER 31, 2023

In Amman, stone has always been considered the marker of the city’s identity, used widely in construction as one of the country’s natural resources and the most reliable building material in terms of efficiency and performance.

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Hotel Designs

APRIL 4, 2023

In fact, the first regulations protecting the country’s cork forests date back to the 13 th century. This makes cork a rapidly renewable natural resource*, yet by the time it reaches Granorte, it is also a post-industrial recycled material, coming as the waste of the wine stopper industry.

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Dwell

FEBRUARY 16, 2022

"The clients are in engineering and fashion, and they wanted to find the best solution for their family in terms of design and efficiency," says architect Laia Montserrat Cortazar. They also desired a passive house with zero energy consumption." Sancal, a Spanish interior design firm, developed a natural palette to match the home’s ethos.

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Deezen

JANUARY 3, 2023

It operates as an assemblage of different climates, ecosystems, architectural traditions and regulations.". Instead of doubling up on exterior cladding and thermal insulation, cork – an entirely natural material – serves both purposes, covering 80 per cent of the building volume. Structural engineering: Qube Ingeniería de Estructuras.

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Deezen

JULY 21, 2023

Global non-profit the World Ethical Data Foundation has released a set of guidelines for the voluntary self-regulation of the tech industry as it continues to develop artificial intelligence. The photo by Matheus Bertelli.

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Deezen

JUNE 15, 2023

Also, per local regulations, all of the trees had to remain in place. Stone walls were left visible inside the towers and contribute to the site's earthy material palette, which also includes clay. They faced several interesting conditions while designing the house. One contains a main bedroom, and the other holds a studio.

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Santa Cruz Architect

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

Modern rammed-earth technology combines traditional wisdom with contemporary engineering, offering a sustainable solution to contemporary construction challenges. Additionally, rammed-earth walls offer excellent thermal mass, effectively regulating indoor temperatures and reducing the need for mechanical heating and cooling systems.

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aasarchitecture

OCTOBER 23, 2023

Both help to create a coherent and contextualized cultural destination that takes advantage of the outstanding features of the site while integrating seamlessly with the surrounding landscape. ​​ ​The landscape is designed to promote biodiversity and integrates the materials present on the site.

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e-architect

AUGUST 12, 2023

This biophilic residence sublimely blends with its bucolic surroundings, cleverly adhering to strict hillside regulations, while proposing an innovative model for Southern California hillside developments. Over time, the materials will gracefully weather, further enhancing their integration with the natural surroundings.

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Deezen

APRIL 21, 2022

The mayor eventually said he would not stop the building from being knocked down , as a preliminary carbon report undertaken by engineering firm Arup found that over its whole lifecycle, the new build would actually have a lower carbon footprint than a refurbishment due to its superior operational performance.

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The Architecture Designs

FEBRUARY 8, 2023

We’ll cover everything from selecting the right lot, to the pros and cons of different building materials, and even how to save money while designing a custom home. A designer is typically an architect or engineer who is responsible for creating the plans for the home, while a builder is responsible for the actual construction.

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DesignScape Architects

APRIL 17, 2023

From building contractors, civil engineers, and even interior designers — we’re here to help you find out exactly who works with an architect. With in-depth building codes knowledge and detailed calculations, your team of engineers can determine if your building is strong enough to uphold all relevant standards.

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