Archinect

MAY 3, 2024

Today, the Webuild group advanced a proposal designed in collaboration with architect and MIT professor Carlo Ratti and French structural engineer Michel Virlogeux for a new bridge in Baltimore that would replace the collapsed Francis Scott Key Bridge.

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Deezen

MARCH 22, 2023

Architects enthusiastic about mass timber must improve their understanding of fire safety or risk disaster, experts tell Dezeen as part of the Timber Revolution series. No consensus has been reached across different building code jurisdictions about the safety limitations of building with wood, and the rules vary wildly between countries.

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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

MARCH 17, 2023

Continuing our Timber Revolution series, we look at the Tamedia Office Building by Shigeru Ban – Switzerland's first seven-storey mass-timber structure that was barely legal at the time of its completion in 2013. And engineers were incredulous that such a large wooden structure could function without steel connections."

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The Architecture Designs

AUGUST 28, 2023

As occupants, we give very little thought to the behind-the-scenes work that goes into ensuring that these structures are safe for occupants, visitors, and surrounding areas. Here are some key aspects of building safety that are crucial for creating secure spaces for all.

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BD+C

JULY 29, 2019

The Structural Engineering Institute (SEI) of the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) has joined the U.K.’s s global program on Confidential Reporting on Structural Safety. program: Confidential Reporting on Structural Safety United States (CROSS-US). SEI created a U.S.

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The Architecture Designs

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022

This is especially important wherever the safety of people around depends on the quality of the structure. One of them is construction and engineering steels. What is and why do you need professional engineering steel ? What is and why do you need professional engineering steel? source: pinterest.com.

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Archinect

SEPTEMBER 17, 2022

Thirty-six fire engines and 280 firefighters from 17 stations were sent to the blaze, according to the Hunan Fire Department. Frightening videos are circulating on social media and appear to show the 22-year-old building almost completely burnt through its facade, although the extent of internal structural damage is not clear.

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Deezen

NOVEMBER 30, 2022

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. It may not make national headlines anymore, but Britain is experiencing an ongoing building safety crisis. Take Grenfell Tower.

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Arcmax Architects

NOVEMBER 2, 2022

Design of a High-Rise Building-Best Practices for Safety and Stability. A high-rise building is a large, multi-story structure that is used for commercial or residential purposes. These buildings are becoming increasingly popular, but there are many safety concerns that need to be considered during the design process.

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Deezen

APRIL 11, 2024

An official report into the collapse of a 10-year-old mass-timber bridge in Norway in August 2022 has criticised the structure's design and construction. A recent report by the Norwegian Safety Investigation Authority (NSIA) was critical of parties involved in the bridge's construction and management.

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Archinect

DECEMBER 14, 2021

The maddening hum of safety slats on the pedestrian handrails of the Golden Gate Bridge will finally be silenced under a recently released proposal by the Bridge District. “We will never sacrifice the structural integrity of the bridge, but we want to be responsive to our neighbors.’’ ’’

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Architecture Ideas

AUGUST 15, 2022

Surveying is a very significant part of the civil engineering process, as it is the first step taken before beginning a new construction project. Surveying measures form the basis for the planning and design of all civil engineering projects, including those involving the construction of roads, bridges, tunnels, and dams, among other things.

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Deezen

OCTOBER 24, 2023

Called The Lindemann Performing Arts Center (The Lindemann) the 101,000 square-foot (9,383-square-metre) structure consists of a shoebox theatre with a long bridge-like walkway. It has a number of automated safety features including a laser system that halts operations if something is detected between two moving parts.

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Archinect

JANUARY 12, 2023

Projects from around the country, the UK, and Canada were selected by a panel of engineers, architects, and precast concrete producers in three categories. “Congratulations to all the winners, and thanks to the jurors and PCI staff who make the program a success.

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aasarchitecture

JUNE 7, 2024

Image © Leddy Maytum Stacy Architects The building will meet programming, life safety and accessibility requirements within an efficient footprint, to minimize negative impact to the park experience and mature canopy trees.

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Deezen

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

Studio Egret West aims to retain as much of the existing structures as possible to minimise carbon consumption while creating homes ranging from studios to three-bedroom apartments. They were awarded Grade II-listed status in 1995 but have been left vacant for several years. The images are by Hism.

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Deezen

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Hydrogen can be used to generate electrical power in a fuel cell, emitting only water vapour and warm air – unlike polluting combustion engines. The project is set to deliver 100 hydrogen refuelling stations by 2030 The charging stations form part of an effort to encourage the adoption of boats powered by green hydrogen for short trips.

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Deezen

SEPTEMBER 14, 2022

According to Cornagliotti, who is Lightyear's lead solar engineer, solar-assisted cars like this will be "normal within 20 years" once mass production is scaled up and prices are brought down. For this fundamental reason, an electric car needs to be inherently more efficient than an internal combustion engine car.

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Deezen

JANUARY 20, 2024

The structure's "monumental" form draws on American memorial architecture "The United States has a strong tradition when it comes to memorials," Kaan Architecten co-founder Vincent Panhuysen told Dezeen. "All This inspiring concept has set the tone for the design of this building for us," he continued.

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Deezen

APRIL 16, 2024

Ross Barney Architects created the Aerospace Communications Facility at the NASA Glenn Research Center in Cleveland, Ohio, which originally opened as the Aircraft Engine Research Laboratory in 1942 to test jet propulsion. Etchings from the chalkboard seen in the film Hidden Figures fill the bottom edges of the precast panelling.

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Deezen

JUNE 6, 2024

Hess, preservation architect: Angela Wyrembelski; preservation architect: Devan Anderson; preservation architect: Jennifer Henriksen; construction architect: Paul Royal Structural: TYLin | Silman Structural Solutions Mechanical, electrical & plumbing: Buro Happold Lighting design: Gary Steffy Lighting Design Fire protection & life safety: GHD (..)

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Deezen

FEBRUARY 6, 2023

The structure is supported by a framework of steel I-beams that allow it to project out from its site, offering guests a panoramic view of the agrarian landscape. The rest of the structure is built from timber, which is exposed both inside and out, while zinc sheeting clads the sloping roofs.

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SW Oregon Architect

MARCH 31, 2024

The presented scheme is typical public works engineering and is not DESIGN; it is engineering. This public works engineered solution could be dropped into any city and probably has. This public works engineered solution could be dropped into any city and probably has.

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aasarchitecture

APRIL 22, 2024

The square shape of the gallery, covered with an exposed concrete structure, resonates with the orthogonal geometry of the original project, offering a large exhibition space that can be subdivided. Working within the material and conceptual constraints of a building requires discipline and restraint.

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Architizer

JUNE 10, 2024

Combining the strengths of different materials, such as earth, stone, timber, steel, concrete and composite materials, on the one hand, and merging the timeless effectiveness of traditional craftsmanship with modern technology, on the other hand, can improve the structural performance, durability and sustainability of contemporary building projects.

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Deezen

OCTOBER 4, 2023

MVRDV hopes the Shenzhen Women and Children's Centre sets a precedent for adaptive reuse Originally completed in 1994, MVRDV retained the majority of the original structure, which is made up of a 100-metre-tall tower surrounded by a 5,500-square-metre, six-storey structure on the corner of a crossroads. The photography is by Xia Zhi.

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Deezen

SEPTEMBER 16, 2023

Helsinki-based JKMM Architects used glulam and black spruce cladding to relate the Chappe Art House to surrounding timber structures in the coastal town of Tammisaari, Finland. It has a glued laminated (glulam) timber structure and was clad in black-stained spruce as a nod to the nearby timber buildings.

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SW Oregon Architect

MARCH 12, 2023

Without necessary improvements, the 3-story concrete structure would sustain significant damage during a major earthquake. The FRP resists tensile forces by enhancing the flexural and shear strength of the structure. They can significantly enhance the performance of structures during earthquakes, reducing damage and increasing safety.

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Deezen

MARCH 20, 2023

The CLT flooring of the building's structure was extended to form balconies at each apartment. 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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aasarchitecture

MAY 10, 2024

Following the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore, Maryland, in March 2024, international construction group WeBuild, together with design office CRA-Carlo Ratti Associati and French consulting engineer and designer Michel Virlogeux, have unveiled the first proposal for a replacement bridge.

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BD+C

JULY 12, 2023

0 dbarista Wed, 07/12/2023 - 13:14 Building Owners As buildings age, their structural conditions can deteriorate, causing damage and safety concerns. Of course, when deformations continue untreated, the distress worsens, and the safety of the building and occupants is compromised. Environmental factors also come into play.

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Santa Cruz Architect

AUGUST 11, 2023

Building codes are essential regulations that ensure the safety, efficiency, and sustainability of structures. They encompass a wide range of aspects, including structural integrity, fire safety, accessibility, energy efficiency, and environmental sustainability.

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SW Oregon Architect

OCTOBER 1, 2023

USS West Mahomet in "dazzle" camouflage, circa 1918 (photo from the Naval History & Heritage Command, public domain, via Wikimedia Commons) Olive Plaza is otherwise most notable as an example of a multistory building that utilizes the lift-slab type of structural system.

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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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aasarchitecture

AUGUST 10, 2023

The dark-stained oak cantilevers extend further on the sun-facing sides, serving as both terraces and structural sun protection. The structure’s high thermal inertia also contributes to temperature regulation. Image © KAAN Architecten Solar control glazing is employed to regulate heat gain and optimize natural light.

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Deezen

FEBRUARY 22, 2022

The 77-metre-high building is supported by a steel structure, developed with engineering studio Buro Happold , which was "digitally grown" using parametric tools. This structure means that the building has no internal columns. Internally the spaces have no columns. Read: Ten must-see pavilions at Dubai Expo 2020.

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