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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DesignRulz

JULY 24, 2023

In the fast-paced architecture world, wherein buildings rise and cities expand rapidly, enforcing sustainable practices must be prioritized. However, a sustainable building goes beyond bricks and mortar. Architects are pivotal in executing these sustainable routines, affecting how buildings are designed, built, and utilized.

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Dwell

FEBRUARY 16, 2022

Slow Studio uses passive design techniques to create a brick house with a surprisingly light footprint. 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.

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Architizer

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

Sustainability is also a key aspect of VenhoevenCS’s efforts here. According to Procedia Engineering , prefabricated homes have the potential to cut construction emissions by up to 50%. The post Pre-Fab Timber Frames Are the Tip of the Iceberg as Amsterdam Sets a New Precedent in Sustainable Housing appeared first on Journal.

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Deezen

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

Promotion: architectural product manufacturer NOWN has developed a number of 3D-knitted products for architectural specifiers looking for sustainable acoustic surfaces. Carbon-negative materials go beyond traditional sustainability by actively removing carbon dioxide from the atmosphere," said NOWN.

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Deezen

MAY 5, 2022

Discarded tree forks could replace load-bearing joints in architecture projects using a construction technique developed by researchers at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. The post MIT engineers build load-bearing structures using tree forks instead of steel joints appeared first on Dezeen.

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Deezen

NOVEMBER 24, 2022

Recognised at the international event for their pioneering attitude to the design, the three brands aim to have sustainability and circular economic values at the forefront of their creative processes. The post Three Swiss design brands present sustainable products in San Francisco appeared first on Dezeen.

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Habitus Living

JUNE 7, 2022

Ibrido, the most recent addition to Smartstone ’s range of engineered stone surfaces, delivers all the qualities its supplier has become famous for. Responsibility & sustainability. Combining the aesthetic accuracy of porcelain with the benefits of quartz, this technique makes precise veining possible. Smartstone.

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Architizer

SEPTEMBER 5, 2022

Large glass facades, parametric forms and advanced engineering can be found in some of the leading educational facilities of today. Several communities worldwide don’t necessarily have the same access to new-age materials, construction techniques or the funds to actualize these grand visions.

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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. Other projects exploring hydrogen refuelling technologies include a mirror-polished stainless-steel refuelling station by French designer Philippe Starck designed to give a futuristic feel.

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Bustler

MARCH 18, 2024

This ambitious project aims to convert the city into a sustainable metropolis that will serve as a model for the world. The initiative involves adopting cutting-edge technologies, renewable energy sources, green building techniques, and modern urban planning principles to achieve this.

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Santa Cruz Architect

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

Wood has been a staple material in construction for centuries, offering natural beauty, sustainability, and versatility. These innovations not only enhance the structural integrity and safety of wooden buildings but also contribute to sustainability and energy efficiency.

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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. Modern rammed-earth technology combines traditional wisdom with contemporary engineering, offering a sustainable solution to contemporary construction challenges.

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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 Top: engineer Tristram Carfrae is a proponent of structural stone. Photo courtesy of Arup. Yet, he believes it can be used responsibly.

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aasarchitecture

MARCH 18, 2024

Nestled among the rolling Berkshire hills of Western Massachusetts, the new Williams College Museum of Art is an ambitious pursuit of excellence in arts education and sustainable museum design. Engineered via an experimental technique in warped Cross Laminated Timber, the roof will be the first of its kind in North America.

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Architizer

JANUARY 12, 2022

The word ‘ sustainable ’ is becoming more and more frequent in descriptions of architecture projects. In architecture, sustainability is demonstrated by providing design solutions to control the social, economic and environmental footprints of a project. Popular Choice, 2013 A+Awards, Architecture +Sustainability.

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Deezen

MARCH 8, 2024

Engineered via an experimental technique in warped cross-laminated timber, the roof will be the first of its kind in North America," said the studio. Clerestory windows and small gaps run along the ceiling's edge to let in light and floor-to-ceiling glazing punctuates the perimeter.

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Deezen

JANUARY 26, 2024

Named Spindles, the project, which borrowed techniques from local chair making traditions, involved using small pieces of shaped wood to make a roof-supporting column. It got the studio thinking about timber and sustainability, and how although timber is usually assumed to be a green building material, it's not without its problems.

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Hotel Designs

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

The latest iteration of Stone Tapestry has been a focal point at this years Surface Design Show… Stone Tapestry: Beyond the Surface, making a bold statement centre stage at Surface Design Show , aims to spotlight the aesthetic beauty, sustainability and adaptability of the UK’s native stones.

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DesignRulz

JUNE 16, 2023

Sustainability and Environmental Benefits: Wood is a renewable resource, unlike concrete or steel, which makes it a more sustainable choice for construction. Wood, when responsibly sourced and managed, can be a highly sustainable option.

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BD+C

MAY 29, 2024

APA – THE ENGINEERED WOOD ASSOCIATION MFPRO+ Blog APA’s Compelling Conversations features building professionals discussing important issues with APA experts and what they mean for the building industry. Ron: What other engineered wood products besides wood structural panels do you use? Ron: And what about cost? have all increased.

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Habitus Living

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

Mass engineered timber, which includes cross-laminated timber (CLT), is being taken up by architects across the world at a rapid rate. These significant savings pair with the incredible benefits of mass engineered timber as a renewable, biophilic material.”

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Engineering Engineering Sustainability Technique 98

Deezen

APRIL 22, 2024

The 50,000-square-foot educational building will have a diagrid structure made completely from wood, a feat achieved through the use of notched glued laminated timber ( glulam ) and dowels based on traditional Japanese joinery techniques to eliminate the need for steel fasteners or plates.

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Deezen

MAY 13, 2024

Dezeen School Shows: a sustainably designed running shoe with replaceable and reconfigurable modular components is included in Dezeen's latest school show by New Designers. By using a combination of 3D embroidery techniques such as stump work and white work, the form takes on a life of it's own."

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The Architecture Designs

OCTOBER 14, 2022

Nature was the engineer,” he said. Organic design is a natural and sustainable approach to architecture. engineers were able to save on costs for air conditioning or heating. Organic Design = Sustainable Building Techniques. Can you believe it, it was actually inspired by a giant water-lily? source: pinterest.com.

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Deezen

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

The program aims to raise awareness of the benefits of mass-timber construction, connect building industry professionals interested in the technique and identify development opportunities throughout the city. Mass timber encompasses a variety of engineered wood that can be used as a structural building material.

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Architonic

MARCH 30, 2022

Although it requires a little extra digging and provides a little less natural light, with innovative engineering and lighting, this sustainable architectural technique provides, as Wonka tried to tell us almost 60 years ago, all the space we need.

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SW Oregon Architect

MAY 21, 2023

This includes having a solid understanding of architectural design principles, building codes, regulations, construction techniques, and industry standards. This requires making informed decisions during the design process, considering such factors as client requirements, budget limitations, sustainability, and safety.

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aasarchitecture

AUGUST 29, 2023

The joint vision for Euston will lead the way in low carbon retrofit and construction techniques, using inclusive design to support both the workspaces and the local community. “We The design proposal for Euston Tower responds to three key principles shaped during the co-design process. Source by 3XN.

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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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Architizer

AUGUST 7, 2023

This thought process laid the foundation for Vitruvius, a Roman architect and engineer, to articulate the fundamental principles of good architecture: firmitas , utilitas and venustas — firmness, utility and delight. As we face increasing global challenges, tectonics in architecture stands as a powerful tool in our arsenal.

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Deezen

JULY 13, 2023

Called Living Places Copenhagen , the prototype village is built by Velux in partnership with Danish architecture studio EFFEKT , construction and property consultancy Artelia and civil engineers Enemærke & Petersen. It includes two complete homes and five open pavilions. It is aiming to be a carbon-neutral business by 2041.

Civil Engineering 78

Civil Engineering Home Technique Consulting 78

The Spaces

MAY 23, 2022

The hotel, designed by Bangalore practice Kacheri and completed last year, demonstrates how an urban building can operate in a truly sustainable way. Kacheri worked with Real Earth Engineers on constructing the various building blocks from available earth. A lode-bearing design reduced the requirement for concrete columns.

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Deezen

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

Velux's prototype project was built in Copenhagen, Denmark "Build for Life is founded on the understanding that the way we build today has an enormous impact on people, as well as the ecosystems that sustain us," the case study stated. "We We must consider the use of buildings and buildings in use."

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Deezen

OCTOBER 3, 2023

The Erosion Mitigation Units (EMU), which have been longlisted in the Dezeen Awards sustainable design category , were used to build a breakwater to reduce coastal erosion and designed to create a habitat for marine life. This saved a significant amount of cement compared to using 3D concrete printing, according to the studio.

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Deezen

MARCH 7, 2022

The standard focuses on using simple techniques and technologies to reduce the operational carbon dioxide emissions of a building by 70 per cent when compared to the average UK structure of the same size and typology. Structural engineer: Osbourne Edwards. Sustainability consultant: Conker Conservation. Contractor: Daneco Build.

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DesignRulz

JULY 17, 2023

Architects play a crucial role in shaping our built environment, creating spaces that are not only functional but also aesthetically pleasing and sustainable. Their expertise goes far beyond creating visually appealing structures; they are also responsible for ensuring safety, functionality, and sustainability.

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