BD+C

JUNE 5, 2023

How to properly assess structural wind damage 0 dbarista Mon, 06/05/2023 - 16:17 Engineers Properly assessing wind damage can identify vulnerabilities in a building's design or construction, which could lead to future damage or loss, writes Matt Wagner, SE, Principal and Managing Director with Walter P Moore.

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Deezen

JUNE 9, 2022

Fashion brand Hermès has built four large structures modelled on water towers and covered in translucent sheets of coloured paper inside events space La Pelota at Milan design week. The installation is set within the expansive industrial building La Pelota, which is located in Milan's Brera neighbourhood.

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Dwell

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

Like Haus.me’s large mOne and mTwo models, the structure of the microHaus is made from recycled polymers. The premium version of the home switches out the synthetic material for others, like carbon fiber and stainless steel that better protect the home against extreme weather. Photo courtesy of Haus.Me Photo courtesy of Haus.Me

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Santa Cruz Architect

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

The construction industry is undergoing a transformative phase thanks to breakthroughs in material science. Advanced construction materials are revolutionizing the way we build, offering enhanced durability, sustainability, and efficiency. From self-healing concrete to smart materials, the possibilities seem limitless.

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The Spaces

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

Though hardly a new trend, ‘raw’ has really taken off in 2023 with material textures playing pivotal roles in interior design. The raw aesthetic leans into the rugged side of minimalism, celebrating the texture and honesty of materials. But what exactly is it? Raw interiors are irregular or rough, weathered and often handworked.

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Deezen

SEPTEMBER 30, 2022

Netherlands-based Studio Job has created a curved bronze-and-glass sculpture named The Embrace for Dutch art institute KunstKerk as a humourous update on traditional stained-glass windows. The final design features two undulating "windows" that seem to stretch towards each other above a smaller, central window.

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Deezen

MARCH 3, 2023

New Affiiliates has repurposed an architectural mockup for a garden shed structure Architectural models are used in many large construction projects for design review. New Affiliates and Steward Halevy saw an opportunity to try and use these models to replace public structures in Queens, which they noticed were often in disrepair.

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Deezen

AUGUST 19, 2023

The two-storey building achieves a similar effect using different material techniques. The structure combines sandblasted concrete and brickwork finished with lime plaster Some sections of the structure are made from reinforced concrete, which was sand-blasted to create a more textural finish.

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Deezen

AUGUST 27, 2022

Balancing natural and industrial materials was a key focus during Brazilian studio Memola Estudio's renovation of this São Paulo apartment. Memola Estudio stripped back walls in the apartment to reveal the concrete structure. Memola Estudio stripped back walls in the apartment to reveal the concrete structure.

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Deezen

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

As its name suggests, the structure is perched just two feet above the roof of the existing home to minimise disturbance to the residence below. Blair clad the guesthouse in weathering-steel panels and added wood-framed windows provided by Windsor Windows & Doors. The photography is by Casey Dunn.

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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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Aric Gitomer Architect

AUGUST 22, 2022

By incorporating passive solar heating, the windows can let in energy, and the absorbed heat will reduce the need for heating the house during winter. Use Vernacular Materials. Using locally available materials is the perfect way to eliminate the degradation of the environment during transportation. Minimize Material Waste.

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Deezen

OCTOBER 24, 2022

The 5,000-square-foot (465 metres) store includes retail space as well as art installations created for the store by Snarkitecture. In order to light up the warehouse space, the studio added windows to the side of the structure and created a domed entryway, also with panelled windows. The space used to be a warehouse.

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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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e-architect

DECEMBER 12, 2022

PARKLIFE Spatial Installation Shanghai Downtown, Xintiandi shopping architecture, Chinese TEAM_BLDG Photos. PARKLIFE Spatial Installation Shanghai Downtown Design. PARKLIFE | Spatial Installation In The Downtown. PARKLIFE Spatial Installation Shanghai, China. 12 Dec 2022. Design: TEAM_BLDG. Photos : Studio FF.

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Deezen

MARCH 19, 2023

Here are 10 projects where D Line's products have been used to add timeless accents to interiors with natural materials, including homes, hotels, restaurants and even a medical facility. For more inspiration see previous lookbooks showcasing sociable split-level living spaces , subtly installed lifts , cosy cabins and opulent hotels.

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SW Oregon Architect

MARCH 12, 2023

Without necessary improvements, the 3-story concrete structure would sustain significant damage during a major earthquake. Installed FRP strips within the existing elevator shaft. 2) FRP is a composite material that typically consists of strong fibers embedded in a resin matrix.

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Santa Cruz Architect

SEPTEMBER 11, 2021

In recent years, companies have been working on a solution to this problem: solar glass (often referred to as “solar windows”), which can turn windows into power-generating panels. Thanks to their multi-layer structure, Solar modules possess sound insulating properties. What is Solar Glass? Where Can it be Used? Conclusion.

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Deezen

APRIL 11, 2024

Toronto studio Workshop Architecture Inc has created a prefabricated home in Ontario with an exposed structure and blue-painted element on the interior. The name Unfinished House refers to an aesthetic attitude, an approach to material reduction, and budget restraint that leaves parts of the design incomplete."

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The Architect's Guide

NOVEMBER 30, 2020

Window Sills Disclaimer: As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. A small but mighty feature, the window sill plays an important role in the function of a window. It stabilizes the window frame and panels, supports the insulation, and provides a place for decoration. What is a Window Sill?

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Aric Gitomer Architect

JANUARY 20, 2023

The following principles are central to passive house design: Airtight construction High-performance glazing Insulated structures Heat recovery ventilation Thermal bridge-free design Let us talk about these principles in more detail: Airtight Construction Unknown to homeowners, heat can also be lost through the building envelope via leakage.

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Deezen

MARCH 9, 2024

Named The Hotspot, the wooden structure is a short ferry ride from the Norwegian capital Oslo and is designed to be adaptable, environmentally conscious and low maintenance. Wood has also been used for the structure, with large timber modules forming its frame. This was chosen to help minimise the embodied carbon of the project.

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Deezen

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

Promotion: Austrian facade specialist Rieder worked with architecture studio Faerber to preserve the original structure of a townhouse through the installation of a three-dimensional concrete facade. It is made of glassfibre-reinforced concrete Copper panelling and large picture windows form the remaining facade.

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Aric Gitomer Architect

MAY 24, 2022

Most of them suggest that the best home renovations are those that respect the original structure and enlighten it from a modern and contemporary perspective. Many residential architects try to incorporate French windows extending towards decks that step down into the back garden. Residential architects love renovations.

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Architecture Ideas

FEBRUARY 15, 2022

Let’s see window grill design. Doors and Windows. While doors save us from thieves, burglars, unnecessary and unwant people, windows provide us with fresh air and sunlight. Windows allows us to have a peek at the outsiders’ or neighbors’ lifestyles. Do you know you can even add an interior window too?

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Habitus Living

MARCH 10, 2024

The kitchen, living and dining are characterised by structural columns, joinery and a fireplace that serve as both a stylistic feature and function, to withstand the weight of the floor above. The joinery ensured structural integrity and visual appeal, highlighting WOWOWA’s architectural prowess. Indaco’ and ‘Baia’ Windows.

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The Architect's Guide

DECEMBER 2, 2020

Bay Windows Disclaimer: As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. Beloved for their romantic charm and ability to open up a room, bay windows have remained a design staple for centuries. But did you know that there are a variety of bay window styles and arrangements to choose from? What is a Bay Window?

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Deezen

JANUARY 3, 2024

It repurposes an abandoned 1970s structure to house bright interiors organised around courtyard gardens. Our approach involved a shift in programming: rather than forcing the existing structure to conform, we tailored the building's organisation to suit it," he added. The photography is by Stijn Bollaert & Mike Bink.

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The Architecture Designs

APRIL 18, 2024

Frame and Structural Work : Once the foundation is in place, the framing begins. This involves constructing the skeletal structure of the home using wood or steel beams, studs, and trusses. This framework supports the walls, roof, and floors, ensuring the home’s structural integrity.

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Dwell

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

The couple then established a village of tiny homes , the first in Germany to be legally designated for small lots (and smaller structures). And as their family grew, a larger space built with more sustainable materials became a priority. And as their family grew, a larger space built with more sustainable materials became a priority.

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Deezen

JANUARY 19, 2024

Despite being a different colour than the existing structure, the shape and materiality of the addition works to blend it with the house and the neighbourhood, as does the leafy landscaping along the street. A square wooden window – protected by sliding metal shutters – looks across the street to a community park.

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Deezen

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

The panels consist of common monocrystalline silicon cells that are placed underneath ceramic housing and made from "non-toxic" materials. In fact, we use non-toxic and recyclable materials while our products are designed to keep the aesthetic features of buildings or places where they are installed."

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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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Deezen

JUNE 12, 2023

Local studio ARQBR has used concrete and wood for a round church in Brasilia , Brazil that lifts off the land with 360-degree, ground-level windows. The round building is half-submerged in the landscape and the smooth concrete enclosure is lifted off the ground plane by six structural pillars embedded in the topography.

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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

MARCH 27, 2024

Peterson Rich Office 's (PRO) conversion of the original Romanesque-style Good Shepherd Church was based on a desire to keep the "integrity" of its structure intact while creating a performance space, library and two white cube galleries throughout the interior. Wooden chairs and tables were placed in the area for visitors to use.

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Deezen

DECEMBER 5, 2022

The Mugler installation, which was designed for luxury department store Selfridges , includes sculptural, chrome-effect fragments designed to evoke a woman's body. Sculptural fragments of a woman's body were installed in the Corner Shop. Sculptural fragments of a woman's body were installed in the Corner Shop.

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