Archinect

MAY 6, 2024

Rendering courtesy Buřinka and MYMO The SAMOROST concept is the latest example of sustainable construction using mushroom-based compounds as an alternative material to insulate external walls, roofs, and floors, as well as other non-load-bearing components.

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Deezen

JANUARY 26, 2024

British architecture practice Studio Bark has worked with students from the University of East London to devise a roof-supporting column with otherwise unusable timber at a site within ancient English woodland. If you were to draw a force diagram, you'd need more material in the middle, so naturally it's a win-win," she said.

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ArchDaily

JANUARY 21, 2024

A major demand currently facing the industry is the need to respond to the growing wave of environmental awareness and embrace sustainable development objectives. The requirement to address sustainability is driven by a growing social awareness of environmental issues.

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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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Architizer

SEPTEMBER 5, 2022

Several communities worldwide don’t necessarily have the same access to new-age materials, construction techniques or the funds to actualize these grand visions. Given that the site is located in paddy fields in the mountains there, the structure is built using layers of walls to adapt to the topography. Panyaden School.

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Architizer

APRIL 30, 2024

They can be material structures that connect two (or more!) Beyond spanning from point A to B, architects are designing bridges as inhabitable structures to build connections between people and places. Architects: Want to have your project featured? Bridges are both physical and metaphorical.

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Architizer

DECEMBER 1, 2023

Between climate change and increasingly extreme weather conditions, this charge also encompasses more sustainable and resilient design. These ideas are shown on display both inside and out, from the massing to material choices like mass timber. Located in the heart of Atlanta, The Kendeda Building was designed to make a statement.

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Architizer

MARCH 7, 2024

The urgency to address the pressing issues of climate change, social inequalities and the need for sustainable, resilient and livable communities is more evident than ever. This new movement, also known as Modernism, sought to address these issues by embracing new materials, technologies and, most importantly, new design principles.

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Deezen

MARCH 9, 2023

Mass-timber products, such as cross-laminated timber (CLT) and glued laminated timber (glulam), are growing in popularity in architecture as they can offer a low-carbon alternative to commonplace materials including steel and concrete. The 100-metre-tall tower will have a timber core and load-bearing structure.

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Deezen

AUGUST 17, 2023

Dutch architecture studio Overtreders W has created Stable Stack, a temporary cabin hotel built using straps and borrowed materials, in Veenhuizen, the Netherlands. Stable Stack showcases the beautiful possibilities that the combination of craftsmanship and sustainable handling of materials can offer."

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Habitus Living

JULY 16, 2023

Designed to embrace both tranquillity and sustainability, this home in inner-city Melbourne offers its owners a true place of shelter. In response to this vision, Ben Callery Architects embarked on a design journey that prioritised sustainable materials, carefully selected for their eco-friendly manufacturing processes.

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The Architecture Designs

FEBRUARY 25, 2024

Metal Roofing source: woodstockmetalroofing.com Metal, a solid option for both residential and commercial buildings, stands out for its durability, weather resistance, and range of looks. When it comes to installing a roof, selecting the right metal roofing contractor is crucial. Pros: Natural appearance. Lightweight.

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Architizer

AUGUST 22, 2022

Their design responds to the Grade I-listed landscape, with sustainable materials and traditional craft techniques creating simple, functional forms. All are made from sustainable timber, barring the flagship Horseshoe Kiosk, which is clad in tubular brass, mirroring the ornate metals of the nearby Queen Victoria Memorial.

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The Architecture Designs

DECEMBER 12, 2023

In the picturesque town of Newmarket, where historic charm meets modern living, the importance of a sturdy and reliable roof cannot be overstated. As homeowners seek to protect their investments and ensure the longevity of their properties, the demand for top-notch roofing services has never been higher.

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Deezen

AUGUST 26, 2022

Danish studio Rex Skov Arkitekter aims to explore the potential of seaweed as a sustainable building material with its Biosack pavilion at Copenhagen's Chart Art Fair , which was captured in this video produced for the Dezeen x ChartArt Fair 2022 collaboration. The Biosack pavilion is topped with a seaweed roof.

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The Architecture Designs

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

Today, let’s talk about something that can truly transform the appearance of your commercial property – roof cleaning. You might not realize it, but a clean roof can significantly affect your property’s curb appeal. Your roof is one of the first things people notice when they approach your building. The result?

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Deezen

JUNE 7, 2022

Colorado-based Prometheus Materials has developed masonry blocks from a low-carbon cement-like material grown from micro- algae. The blocks, which meet the American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) standards, were made using an organic cement-like material grown in bioreactors that reproduces itself in ways similar to coral.

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Dwell

JANUARY 5, 2024

Stillwater homes are built by LEED-certified architects, and the company says it is committed to sustainable practices. However, the final cost is influenced by several factors: the specific design selected, the finishes chosen, the level of customization needed, and the prevailing cost of building materials at the time of construction.

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Architizer

MAY 8, 2024

The allure of hosting the Olympic Games often sparks a fervent desire to erect iconic and grandiose structures, showcasing human achievement and architectural prowess. As architectural blueprints materialize, the weight of these constraints becomes evident.

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Deezen

JANUARY 18, 2023

Constructed from structural timber, Waugh Thistleton Architects clad the exterior of the six-storey building in tulipwood timber louvres from the street level to the roof. Its foundation and lower ground floor were made from concrete, with the rest of the structure constructed from cross-laminated timber (CLT).

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Deezen

NOVEMBER 4, 2022

Swedish studio White Arkitekter has been chosen to design the all-electric Velindre Cancer Centre in Wales, which will be built partly with low-carbon materials and follow circular economy principles. Designed as an "elegant, sustainable new cancer centre", the building is intended to have as little impact on the existing site as possible.

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Deezen

JANUARY 26, 2023

North Carolina firm Plantd Materials has developed a material consisting of processed perennial grasses that it says will be lighter and stronger than traditional timber boards while capturing more carbon. Plantd Materials created a set of machinery that uses heat and pressure to press shredded grass into panels.

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Architizer

NOVEMBER 3, 2022

With the plethora of materials available today, architectural frames have become increasingly complex, moving further and further away from the simple cast iron and concrete examples of the past. Could a renewed appreciation for the masterful art of structural design be why we are seeing more projects with exposed frames?

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The Architecture Designs

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

Your roof is an essential part of your home and protects the contents of your home. If you have experienced water stains on your ceiling or water dripping, it could be time to replace your roof. Dependent on the level of damage, it may require you to repair or replace the roof. Big Al’s roofing company has the answers.

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Deezen

JANUARY 31, 2022

The interiors of the home are finished with natural materials. "It Although Ridley and his team at Architecture for London carried out extensive renovation work they aimed to using natural materials and only make sustainably minded interventions. The house's original timber roof has been preserved.

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MARCH 21, 2023

The right roofing style and material will help complete the home’s overall look. Let’s take a closer look at some of the most popular architectural styles for homes in the USA and explore which roofing types work best with each. Victorian homes look best with slate or tile roofs.

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Deezen

APRIL 19, 2023

Copenhagen-based Natural Material Studio and designer Zuzanna Skurka have created an installation at Milan design week from soft bio textiles made from surplus bricks. Rule one is, you should work with materials that are already there," studio founder Bonnie Hvillum told Dezeen in Milan. added Hvillum.

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Deezen

JANUARY 19, 2023

British architect Norman Foster explains his studio 's approach towards sustainability and his views on concrete, timber, aviation and Architects Declare in this exclusive interview. Foster said the studio, which is the UK's largest, aims to create buildings that are both sustainable and improve people's lives.

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Architizer

APRIL 17, 2023

Steel is a rather overlooked material when it comes to building facades. Most commonly used for structural purposes, its function is often limited to framing systems and building foundations. Can these shifts tease out the material’s ‘hidden’ properties? Consequently, C.F.

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Deezen

JUNE 6, 2022

LA-based Yazdani Studio has broken ground on the Resnick Sustainability Resource Center at the California Institute of Technology in Pasadena that will incorporate mass timber. This will be achieved by means of a glazed wall that will wrap around the front facade of the structure at the north and west elevations.

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The Architecture Designs

JANUARY 25, 2023

The roof of your home is one of the most important parts of the structure, protecting you and your family from the elements and helping to maintain the structural integrity of the building. When the roof is damaged, you find yourself asking if you should simply repair it, or completely replace it.

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The Architecture Designs

MAY 20, 2023

Hailstorms can wreak havoc on roofs, leaving homeowners wondering whether they should repair or replace their damaged roof. Hail damage roof repair situations can range from minor dents and cracks to more severe issues that compromise the structural integrity of the roof.

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Deezen

MAY 26, 2023

The six-storey building has a steel frame structure and prefabricated hollow-core concrete floor slabs, which were assembled without fixed connections so that parts can be detached and reused after the building's life span. Green walls feature along the staircase and felt wall coverings help to improve the acoustics of the social spaces.

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Architizer

AUGUST 17, 2022

For over 5000 years humans have understood the material benefits of cork. The material is sourced from the bark of cork oaks — found mainly along the coast of the Mediterranean Sea — and for centuries has been used to make floating devices, seals for containers and sandals. Register here ! 042_Corkscrew House.

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Deezen

JULY 15, 2022

Rather than opting for a new-build house like so many of the other properties nearby, the owners asked A202 Arhitekti to develop a proposal that would retain the character of the existing pitched-roof dwelling while adapting it for modern living. The studio added a timber extension to an existing structure. Architektura d.o.o

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Architizer

OCTOBER 3, 2022

DUNN HOUSE – The project transforms the typical morphology of sloping roofs to create a new language, with overhanging overhangs, marked slopes and intermediate extractions. The tension lines generated by the roof and the horizontality of the base, create a new face-to-face support in the environment. Size: 3000 sqft – 5000 sqft.

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The Architecture Designs

JULY 29, 2023

Fixing structures is equally important since they are directly responsible for supporting the plates, for the correct inclination, and safety. A poorly installed structure or one produced with low-quality materials, in addition to compromising the efficiency of the photovoltaic system, can cause serious accidents.

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