Archinect

JUNE 15, 2023

The structure is leaning so much that some involved think it could potentially be red-tagged in the aftermath of a major earthquake, which the U.S. A geotechnical engineer working on the $100 million project expressed his dismay to reporters, saying: "You spend all this money, but you still have an uncertain result long term."

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Santa Cruz Architect

JANUARY 8, 2024

San Francisco – Earthquake-Resistant Construction: In a region prone to seismic activity, San Francisco has implemented stringent building codes to enhance resilience against earthquakes. Challenges and Opportunities While resilient construction offers a promising path forward, it is not without its challenges.

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The Architecture Designs

NOVEMBER 5, 2023

The Price Tag and Global Trend source: pinterest.com With great visions come substantial costs. According to The Economist, the price tag for this dream city is around 12 billion krona, which is roughly $1.4 This is not just about aesthetics; it’s about safety, too. billion or Rs 11,486 crore.

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Architizer

APRIL 11, 2022

Damp, mold, plumbing issues and asbestos problems ran rampant through the self-contained units, while the building’s ineffectiveness against rapidly increasing earthquakes became worryingly apparent. This year the Nakagin Capsule Towers’ fate was finally sealed.

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Architizer

APRIL 11, 2022

Damp, mold, plumbing issues and asbestos problems ran rampant through the self-contained units, while the building’s ineffectiveness against rapidly increasing earthquakes became worryingly apparent. This year the Nagakin Capsule Towers’ fate was finally sealed.

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Architizer

APRIL 27, 2022

While the price tags associated with these items may be unattainable for most, these retail environments offer visitors the rare opportunity to engage with buildings designed by some of architecture’s biggest stars. © Daici Ano.

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Life of an Architect

APRIL 9, 2014

Not even during a California earthquake. I needed to hang a board, 18 x 24, with 4 x 4 granite samples attached to it, to a surface where I couldn’t use screws. The thing was heavy as a… you know. This tape attached it better than anything else. Never even moved. link] Bob Borson good to know, I’ve added it to my list!

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