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How to Utilize Aluminum in Modern Construction Projects

Architecture Ideas

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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DOXS NKLN by GRAFT

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A special feature of GRAFT’s design is the creation of a new urban square, which, in connection with a terraced area, will function like an amphitheater and become a central meeting point that can be utilized in a variety of ways by both the building’s users and the local community.

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Stockholm Wood City: The World’s Largest Wooden City

Santa Cruz Architect

Swedish urban developer Atrium Ljungberg has initiated Stockholm Wood City, anticipated to be the world’s largest urban wooden construction project. Stockholm Wood City At 62 acres (250,000 square meters) the project is thus the world’s largest known urban construction project in wood.

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Urban Decarb by Henning Larsen

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As of now, the immense impact of embodied carbon on an urban scale – that is the emissions associated with the whole lifecycle of material components in our cities – is too often overlooked. In doing so, the tool is meeting the increasing call for ambitious decarbonization efforts coming from forward-thinking land and property owners.

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Back to Basics: What is the Meaning of “Tectonic” in Architecture Today?

Architizer

This thought process laid the foundation for Vitruvius, a Roman architect and engineer, to articulate the fundamental principles of good architecture: firmitas , utilitas and venustas — firmness, utility and delight. At the heart of tectonics is material honesty — using materials in ways that respect their innate properties.

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6 Ways Residential Architecture Can Impact Your Health

Architizer

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. Utilizing portable fans can also enhance the airflow.

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Ephemeral Structures, Enduring Ideas: Why Architectural Pavilions Still Matter

Architizer

As we continue to witness the evolution and impact of World Expos, it is essential to explore other platforms that contribute to the discourse on architectural innovation and urban development.