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Exploring Local Material in Contemporary Architecture: PWDC Transforms Building Surfaces in Nigeria

ArchDaily

This design practice, Co-led by Adeyemo Shokunbi , aims to contribute to a Nigerian architectural language through the renaissance of local materials. These projects brought the Laterite finishing technique to life and now help build the case for a Nigerian architectural language. Read more »

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Natural Slate Rainscreen Cladding: Combining Geometric Layouts and Efficient Design

ArchDaily

Among the protective measures available, cladding systems are exterior coverings that integrate varying textures, colors and finishes, allowing for customization and creative expression, while also providing weather resistance and thermal performance. Read more »

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Pressure Washing Techniques For Different Driveway Surfaces

The Architecture Designs

However, not all driveway materials can handle the same pressure washing methods. This overview covers the specialized techniques needed to revitalize your driveway while preventing avoidable mistakes. This overview covers the specialized techniques needed to revitalize your driveway while preventing avoidable mistakes.

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Sagrada Familia shows stone "can return to being used as a structural material"

Deezen

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 Stone has become a luxury cladding material, whether used as a rainscreen, or as floor tiling," Carfrae told Dezeen. "We

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Mizzi Studio Designs 9 Royal Parks Kiosks Using Sustainable Materials and Traditional Craft Techniques

Architizer

Their design responds to the Grade I-listed landscape, with sustainable materials and traditional craft techniques creating simple, functional forms. Jonathan Mizzi: The Royal Parks’ freestanding kiosks are inspired directly by their natural surroundings. What drove the selection of materials used in the project?

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Natural Connections exhibition aims to "help people rediscover nature"

Deezen

Devised by the American Hardwood Export Council (AHEC), Natural Connections was on show in the entrance hall of the cultural building Matadero Madrid. Top: Natural Connections features playful furniture pieces. The pieces were given minimal finishing to mimic the texture of the tree they came from.

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‘It’s a recycled material world,’ says Clarke & Clarke

Hotel Designs

Now, it is ever important that the brand’s material credentials meet the standard of design. Inherently fire retardant, the fabrics are made from 100 per cent recycled fabrics, although hotel patrons will be delighted by the high-quality finish. Diano is an elegant, woven sheer with an organic appearance and delicate watermark wash.