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From smart cities to energy management, Light + Building Autumn Edition 2022 will focus on the future

Building and Interiors

The advancement of sustainable energy generation, the reduction of consumption in smart buildings, and the growth of electromobility are key components to a complete energy turnaround by 2030. Of central importance here is the further development of information and communication technology to ensure secure and efficient networking.

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Conference Calls are Killing Me

Life of an Architect

When a conference call is involved, 9 times out of 10, the person I am speaking with just starts looking at the information we are supposed to be discussing while we are on the phone. ” or “You have abbreviations for everything, including the manufacturer … you’re going to have to provide a legend.”

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Weitblick Innovation Campus // Sehw Architektur

Architizer

It is positioned at the most exposed outer corner of the building ring and rises above the standard floors, making a strong statement and creating identity. It is all the more impressive that our Weitblick project, the first large building complex of the emerging Innovation Campus in Augsburg, was completed ahead of schedule.

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Cutting-Edge Innovations in Wood-Frame Construction

Santa Cruz Architect

Components of wooden structures are manufactured in controlled factory environments and then transported to the construction site for assembly. Modular construction, in particular, offers flexibility and scalability, making it a viable choice for various types of buildings, from single-family homes to large commercial projects.

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100 Women to Watch in Architecture

Architizer

Known for its elegant and innovative designs , the pioneering firm harnesses hybrid sustainable materials and smart building systems. In recent years, Jennifer has also connected manufacturers and dealers to provide furniture for various non-profit organizations, diverting it from landfills.

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Access control systems: Take control of your buildings

Building and Interiors

The electronic access control reader scans the presented credential and sends the contained information, like a series of numbers, to a control panel processor. This control panel compares the information of the access control model on the credential to a digital list of access control.

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30 Best Architecture Firms in Australia

Architizer

Learning and Teaching Building, Monash University , Clayton, Australia. Jeffrey Smart Building, University of South Australia , Adelaide, Australia. Some of John Wardle Architects’s most prominent projects include: Melbourne School of Design, University of Melbourne , Melbourne, Australia. Total Projects. Wood Marsh.