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5+1 Residence by Rooydaad Architects

Archinect

Rooted in market dynamics, these structures often materialize solely on the foundation of the owner's trust in the developer, leaving architects with a limited role in these ongoing developments. "5+1 5+1 Residence" exemplified this trend.

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Are mass-timber buildings a fire safety risk?

Deezen

Architects enthusiastic about mass timber must improve their understanding of fire safety or risk disaster, experts tell Dezeen as part of the Timber Revolution series. No consensus has been reached across different building code jurisdictions about the safety limitations of building with wood, and the rules vary wildly between countries.

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"Strong focus on aesthetics" contributed to collapse of Norway timber bridge

Deezen

An official report into the collapse of a 10-year-old mass-timber bridge in Norway in August 2022 has criticised the structure's design and construction. A recent report by the Norwegian Safety Investigation Authority (NSIA) was critical of parties involved in the bridge's construction and management.

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Building Safety: Ensuring Secure Spaces for All

The Architecture Designs

As occupants, we give very little thought to the behind-the-scenes work that goes into ensuring that these structures are safe for occupants, visitors, and surrounding areas. Here are some key aspects of building safety that are crucial for creating secure spaces for all.

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"Putting architects in control will not solve the building safety crisis"

Deezen

Following the Grenfell Tower inquiry, architects must face up to their responsibility for Britain's building safety crisis instead of blaming contracts that lessen their influence, writes Peter Apps. It may not make national headlines anymore, but Britain is experiencing an ongoing building safety crisis. Take Grenfell Tower.

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UK government introduces restrictions for timber in mid-rise buildings' external walls

Deezen

Timber wall systems will need to pass a large-scale fire safety test before they can be used on medium-rise residential blocks in England under building regulations being introduced by the UK government. Above: the Grenfell Tower fire prompted a review of building regulations.

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12 Construction Safety Measure Tips That Every Site Should Follow

The Architecture Designs

A construction project manager must oversee all the construction works, whether building the foundation, putting up the scaffolding or taking it down, laying the structural components, etc. . You also must ensure that the safety measures on-site are as per the safety outline by OSHA requirements. Wearing Safety Equipment.

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