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Modu clads Houston building with "self-cooling" exterior

Deezen

Brooklyn-based studio Modu has created a building envelope that lowers the ambient air temperature in order to help cool the interior and exterior of this Houston building. Each tenant will be provided with both an interior and exterior space. A bamboo grove will also provide additional shade.

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All About Window Testing

Westeck News

Faulty, leaking, windows can be frustrating, both financially and lack energy efficiency. Windows that let drafts in, cause cold spots, collect condensation, dampness, and mould, usually don’t offer enough defence against noise pollution either. Calculating thermal efficiency involves figuring out its U-Value.

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Long-lasting Exterior Finishes: The Expertise of Experienced House Painters

The Architecture Designs

Exterior finishes are like the protective armor and the beautiful coat for our homes. Why Long-lasting Exterior Finishes Matter : source: pinterest.com Getting long-lasting finishes for your home is super important for homeowners. Surface Preparation Techniques : source: sticksandstones.ca Here’s how they do it: 1.

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Effective Techniques to Keep Your Conservatory Cool This Summer

Architecture Ideas

Take Advantage of Windows and Blinds Source: alanjoywindows.co.uk Another great way to lower the temperature in your conservatory during summer is to take advantage of windows. Hopefully, you’ll get cool breezes coming through open windows (or doors), too, to cool the space down further.

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Omer Arbel uses fabric formwork for concrete pillars in Canadian house

Deezen

Along with curling exterior walls that span the length of the houses's perimeter, they were created using a technique in which concrete is poured slowly into fabric formwork supported by a plywood rib structure. They are fluted at the base before extending upwards into an expansive "lilypad" shape.

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Choosing Quality Brands for Impact and Replacement Windows and Doors

Architecture Ideas

Installing quality brands of impact and replacement windows and doors has a significant effect on enhancing homes. Offers Quality Options Source: windows.net Choosing reputable brands for impact and replacement windows offers homeowners a wide array of quality options.

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Glaze by Kilogram Studio

Archinect

Status: Built Location: Toronto, ON, CA Firm Role: Architect Themes : Adaptive reuse of a historic car garage to a food outlet Haptic experience of making doughnuts which inspired construction techniques Creamy, glazy, drizzle, pressed, squished, dripped Materials: Circular motif in paint and lighting Oozing masonry textures Bricks from previous use (..)

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