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Exploring the Realm of Advanced Construction Materials

Santa Cruz Architect

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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5 things developers should know about mass timber

BD+C

Erik Barth Regulations Mass Timber Wood The Changing Built Environment The U.N.’s With an inherently low carbon profile, mass timber can make a big impact in tackling climate action in the built environment. Concrete alone accounts for approximately 10–15% of all embodied carbon emissions associated with the built environment.

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Natural House by Ideo Arquitectura | Detached houses

Architonic

As we know, in Mallorca, and in almost all of Spain, this material has not yet been worked on due to ignorance and lack of companies that manufacture it (in 1961 the United Nations prohibited its cultivation, now lifted). The interesting thing is that hemp collects moisture from the ground and transmits it to the interior environment.

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England bans single-use plastic plates and cutlery to limit "devastating" pollution

Deezen

The ban, introduced by environment secretary Thérèse Coffey last weekend , will target single-use plastic plates, trays, bowls, cutlery and certain polystyrene -foam cups and food containers, as well as balloon sticks. We all know the absolutely devastating impacts that plastic can have on our environment and wildlife," Coffey explained.

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Brilliant Bio-Based Materials Curated for Commercial Interiors

Architizer

In the design industry, when we discuss biomaterials, we are actually talking about bio-based materials, which are derived and manufactured from living organisms. Bio-based material is a new and fascinating industry that has come to fruition due to the need for more sustainable construction and manufacturing base materials.

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Dezeen Showroom's 10 most popular products of 2023

Deezen

Find out more about Pipeline › Amore translucent resin bath by Lusso British bathroom company Lusso manufactured a bathtub that is transparent thanks to the materiality of its resin. Archisonic acoustic material now comes in Linen, Jute, Honeycomb and Deep Sea, all of which help to regulate noise levels in busy interior environments.

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Understanding the Role of Control Valves in Industrial Automation

DesignRulz

Control valves are mechanical devices used to regulate or manipulate the flow of fluids, such as gas, oil, water, and steam, in industrial processes. They play a vital role in manufacturing, oil and gas production, chemical processing, and more. What Are Control Valves?