Architizer

DECEMBER 12, 2023

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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Architecture Ideas

DECEMBER 15, 2022

History of Aluminum Utilizing in Construction. Built-in 1931, the Empire State Building (the prominent New York skyscraper and the tallest building worldwide up to 1970) was the first building that showcased the proper utilization of aluminum in construction. Did you know that 25% of globally produced aluminum is used in construction?

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Deezen

NOVEMBER 24, 2022

Local studio Geddes Ulinskas Architects has completed an expansive home in Cow Hollow, San Francisco with indoor-outdoor spaces, a cast glass staircase and stone detailing. Columns are set in with glass to create a floating effect of the roof and allow for a linear ribbon of bronze windows throughout the home.".

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Santa Cruz Architect

MARCH 19, 2024

In this article, we delve into the significance of acoustic insulation, the various forms of sound propagation, and the best materials available for effective soundproofing. By installing soundproofing materials in roofs or building exteriors, external noise from sources such as traffic or airplanes can be significantly reduced.

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Architizer

JANUARY 31, 2023

Architecture is defined by materials. One of the most significant designers in contemporary architecture, Kengo Kuma ’s work builds upon a legacy of Japanese craftsmanship while rethinking how we use materials. Subscribe to our newsletter for updates.

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Architizer

MAY 4, 2023

Often, the expression of this negotiation between form and use plays out in materials, the many assemblies and combinations that define what we experience. But it wasn’t until the 19th century that the material began gaining new architectural applications outside roofing. inch (40 mm) panels.

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The Architecture Designs

AUGUST 4, 2022

A greenhouse window can serve as the individual home for your plants. Let’s explore first the definition of a greenhouse window. Afterward, we will jump into the discussion regarding the old window greenhouse. What are Greenhouse Windows? These windows angle outward from the house at a 90-degree angle.

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Santa Cruz Architect

APRIL 10, 2022

Getting your house some windows but not sure which one to get? Let us help you decide among vinyl, wood, fiberglass and aluminum windows with our gallery of their differences and advantages and see the best fit according to your needs. Picking windows can be a real challenge. What Are Vinyl Windows? What Are Wood Windows?

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Deezen

APRIL 3, 2024

Renderings show a slim tower on a rectangular base wrapped in double-height windows. The designs epitomise the fashion house's commitment to sourcing 'fatto a mano' (handmade) and well-considered materials in a perfect meeting of Italianate and Miami glamour and grace" said the team.

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Aric Gitomer Architect

OCTOBER 30, 2022

Choose Natural Materials. Organic and natural materials are a must when renovating your home for a modern look. Modern homes and glass are partners in crime. However, that does not mean that you should bring in glass furniture. Update Window Treatments. Windows are a treasure trove for modernizing your home.

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Architizer

AUGUST 24, 2022

The combination of reflective glass and natural anodized aluminium creates a shimmering effect during daylight whilst at night time, the ambient lighting features shows off the curvilinear profiles. What drove the selection of materials used in the project? My favorite detail is the typical balcony interface with the glass façade.

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Architizer

JULY 17, 2023

Architizer’s Editor in Chief Paul Keskeys sat down with Strand to discuss the conception and development of Silver Residence, including the material choices and product specification decisions that helped make the design a reality. What most influenced your choice of materials and products for the project and why?

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Deezen

JANUARY 6, 2024

The studio added an extension clad in cork Camberwell Cork House's dining room now extends out into the garden, enclosed by large triple-glazed windows and a 2.4-metre-high metre-high glass door with green-painted frames. "The intention was to maximise sight lines into the long garden and bring in light as much as possible."

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Architizer

JUNE 15, 2023

Throughout history, windows let in light but also cold and heat. In the 1930s, a refrigeration engineer created the Thermopane window, featuring two panes of glass with a layer of air in between, it could better control temperature. They continue to develop and supply insulating glass for daylighting, shading and insulation.

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Deezen

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

"As I delved into the book, I became captivated by the idea of creating a structure where the exterior of each shape is composed of different materials, while the interior materials remained consistent, thereby unifying the spaces," explained Katz.

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DesignRulz

APRIL 19, 2024

The doors and windows are the key components that, in addition to their aesthetic function, contribute to your home’s efficiency. Firstly, if the windows and doors are located in the right position and selected carefully, they can make your home connected with different parts of the house, such as the bedroom and living room.

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Deezen

APRIL 14, 2024

New York architecture studio HGX Design has created a linear, glass-fronted home in the Hudson Valley informed by the "individual notes of a music composition". Utility spaces, such as a powder room, laundry room and storage, were placed directly adjacent to the entry, while a long hallway leads to the entrances of three guest bedrooms.

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aasarchitecture

MARCH 6, 2024

We suggested a house in the form of a complex of modern barns, with full glass paneling of the lakeside walls. One of them contains day rooms and host bedrooms, while the other houses utility rooms, a gym, as well as guest rooms. This task was entrusted by the owners to the Warsaw Exterio studio. –

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Architizer

MARCH 25, 2024

Le Corbusier is a great example of someone who ingeniously utilized natural light in his architectural designs, incorporating large windows, skylights and light wells to flood interiors with daylight. Special at home tip: To enhance natural light at home, strategically place mirrors opposite windows or light sources.

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Deezen

JUNE 6, 2023

It is lined with expanses of glass "Materials used on the ground floor are reclaimed or retained stone and board-marked concrete, to achieve a feeling of solidity around the garden, with a lighter volume of timber and glass above," said Brown.

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Architizer

APRIL 22, 2024

From maximizing energy efficiency to choosing sustainable materials and ensuring ethical construction practices, these strategies are designed to help professionals make the most of available resources. Strategically placed windows and ventilation promote natural airflow, minimizing the need for mechanical cooling and heating systems.

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Deezen

JANUARY 16, 2024

The three-storey house previously had drab grey walls and awkwardly placed partitions but now features more coherently connected rooms finished in a sumptuous mix of materials. A glass alcove that used to jut into the balcony was removed, allowing room for a large table where the clients can sit and take in views of the nearby harbour.

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Architizer

APRIL 22, 2024

From maximizing energy efficiency to choosing sustainable materials and ensuring ethical construction practices, these strategies are designed to help professionals make the most of available resources. Strategically placed windows and ventilation promote natural airflow, minimizing the need for mechanical cooling and heating systems.

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Sustainability Architect Design Utilities 89

Habitus Living

DECEMBER 18, 2022

Far from modern skyscrapers of steel and glass, it has its unique architectural charms – of which architectural designer Mikael Teh from MONOCOT was keen to tap into for this project. We attempted to provide this connection to some architectural motifs that fit well within the space such as window details and arches.

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Utilities Windows Home Glass 98

Deezen

AUGUST 1, 2023

It is an investigation into the inside and outside, the covered and open, the union between gardens and architecture in a quiet way, using simple materials in an unconventional way," said FGMF partner Fernando Forte. Large windows, screens and sliding glass doors throughout the home open the residence to the outdoors.

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e-architect

DECEMBER 24, 2022

The pavilions are dislocated around a unifying north/south glass spine/bridge that allows for an abundance of natural light, compelling vistas through the building to the surrounding landscape, lake, and beyond. High R-value foamed-in-place insulation was utilized throughout the structure for an energy efficient envelope.

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Santa Cruz Architect

MARCH 12, 2023

In the case of the one-story ADU, although State regulations limit their overall height to 16 feet or so depending on local ordinance, this allowance provides more than ample leeway to utilize first story wall plate heights in excess of the eight foot (8′) standard. Skylights and clerestory windows are two ways to achieve this.

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Deezen

MARCH 27, 2023

Cladding made of glass-fibre-reinforced concrete wraps the exterior of a sculptural, mixed-used building that was designed by US firm Handel Architects for a crowded, triangular site. Photo is by Jean Bai The exterior is wrapped in faceted white panels made of glass-fibre-reinforced concrete.

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Deezen

JANUARY 9, 2023

Located at the base of a small hill, the home is concealed by its green roof on approach from the north but stands out from the south with its bold black cladding and a run of large windows. Access to the dwelling is from the north, where a weathered-steel vestibule provides a sheltered entrance space concealing utility and storage areas.

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Deezen

MARCH 18, 2022

A more compact but coherent entrance hall was created by inserting new walls that enclose a utility room and bathroom. Sliding doors and windows are built into the partitions. A curved motif, which informed the project's name, is repeated across the windows, doors and alcoves built into the joinery.

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Deezen

AUGUST 19, 2023

The two-storey building achieves a similar effect using different material techniques. Glass doors and windows extend floor to ceiling The same tone can be found on granite floor tiles that feature both inside and outside, enhancing the homogeneity of the design. "In It provides a third bedroom and utility areas.

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Architizer

MARCH 19, 2024

Built out of local materials and relying on local craftsmanship, the continuous flow of the skin around the building produces a series of adjacent semi-open spaces that improve ventilation, reduce heat gain and offer shading against direct sunlight. Arc House By M.E

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Deezen

AUGUST 10, 2022

The clients, a family with their main home in London, also asked for a bright and comfortable dwelling featuring natural materials and a strong connection to the outdoors. The Clay Retreat features an interior palette of natural materials including oak, polished concrete, plaster and jute. This helped to maximise the buildable area.

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Deezen

JULY 28, 2023

Brooklyn-based Kaja Kühl has created a pair of guest houses on a farm in upstate New York that utilize prefabricated hempcrete bricks and timber to reduce carbon impact. Large decks and sliding glass doors connect the pair of structures to their site.

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Architizer

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

Meanwhile, the rhythmic repetition of arched windows harks back to the old mercantile buildings that once peppered the landscape. Swaths of insulated glass break up the expanses of white concrete panels and place the stunning exterior plantscape center stage throughout the minimalist interior.

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DesignRulz

JULY 17, 2023

Large windows that offer breathtaking views and an abundance of sunlight create a sense of spaciousness, enhance the aesthetics, and establish a strong connection with the outdoors. Bedrooms with large windows grant us the privilege of immersing ourselves in the beauty of nature.

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DesignRulz

JANUARY 5, 2023

Mies’ style is characterized by a focus on simplicity, clean lines, and the use of industrial materials such as steel and glass. Functionality: Mies believed that form should follow function, and his buildings are designed with a strong emphasis on practicality and utility.

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