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Pushing Boundaries: 11 Exteriors That Use Fabric For Protection, Shape, and Longevity

ArchDaily

For a long time, the shade of trees and moveable tents made from animal skin were utilized instead of more permanent dwellings to meet nomadic lifestyles and basic survival needs. Image © Fernando Alda Architecture – once it moved out from under its cavernous beginnings – started off largely nomadic. Read more »

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Architectural Details: Why Metal Is the Perfect Material for Dynamic Educational Projects

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As designers imagine the future of educational buildings, the values and materials of today will inform school environments for decades to come. With priorities around durability, longevity, cost-efficiency, and ease of installation, metal plays a starring role in high-traffic education spaces. Presidio Knolls School.

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How To Make Your Home Exterior Look Unique Using Acrylic

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Fluoropolymers and other plastic materials, such as a fluoropolymer, are inherently UV-durable and can be utilized in outdoor applications. In most cases, these improved plastic materials are highly weatherable and can last for years in outdoor applications. Transparent plastic sheeting for outdoor window coverings.

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Environmental Innovation: 8 Materials at the Forefront of the Sustainable Design Revolution

Architizer

From the technological building systems we choose for our projects to considering the carbon impact of where a product comes from to have a better awareness of the materials our products are made out of. While many sectors are charging forward, the field of materials is rapidly progressing and reshaping how we approach design specifications.

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8 Effective Ways to Increase Your Home Value in 2024

Architecture Ideas

Bathroom Remodel: Refresh fixtures, introduce a new vanity, or install a walk-in shower to create a luxurious spa-like atmosphere. Incorporating high-quality materials and fixtures can elevate the overall appeal and value of your home. Maintain the exterior meticulously to ensure a welcoming ambiance that entices potential buyers.

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Future Materials: Rethinking Façades and Ceilings with Arktura

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Their global team now strives to be carbon-neutral, incorporating smart material sourcing and more efficient processing. As the company notes, their materials have a high proportion of recycled content and can be processed for recycling. The following projects showcase the company’s products through façade and ceiling solutions.

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Chris van Niekerk installs minimalist house in Cape Town's Steenberg mountains

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The two-storey building achieves a similar effect using different material techniques. In using limited materials with recognisable qualities of the earth, the challenge was to achieve an alchemy where finish and structure are one and the same," added Van Niekerk. It provides a third bedroom and utility areas.