DART Lab creates biodegradable concrete casts using sawdust
This post was originally published on this site A research team at the University of Michigan has created biodegradable formwork out of sawdust in an…
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Largest earthquake test for mass-timber tower successful in California
This post was originally published on this site US architecture studio Lever Architecture and a team of researchers have successfully tested the earthquake-resistant capabilities of…
Eight projects with integrated cooling techniques that beat the heat
This post was originally published on this site Passive cooling techniques in architecture, reflective paint and water-filled windows are featured among the methods that designers…
Modern Masterpiece: Architect David Strand on Designing the Perfect “Home in the Woods”
This post was originally published on this siteIf there is one thing that architects and their clients can agree on, it’s that architecture should always…
ConForm adds “restrained yet rich” all-marble extension to Victorian house
This post was originally published on this site London studio ConForm has added a marble side extension to a Victorian terraced house in Hampstead, London. ConForm added…
Fire Resistance Rating: Protecting from Fire Damage
This post was originally published on this siteFire is a devastating force that can cause immense destruction to buildings and endanger lives. To mitigate the…
Rebar Alternatives: Revolutionizing Reinforcement
This post was originally published on this site In the realm of construction, the use of traditional steel reinforcement bars, commonly known as rebar, has…
Low Energy, Big Views: OKALUX Reimagines Insulated Glazing
This post was originally published on this siteArchitizer’s new image-heavy daily newsletter, The Plug, is easy on the eyes, giving readers a quick jolt of…
An Architect’s Guide To: Graphic Perforated Metal Panels
This post was originally published on this siteArchitectural innovation and creativity go hand in hand. Designers are constantly seeking new ways to push boundaries, challenge…
GAF applies solar-reflective coating to mitigate Los Angeles heat islands
This post was originally published on this site American roofing firm GAF has completed the first phase of a public-private initiative that seeks to mitigate…