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How to solve common concrete defects
Concrete is a versatile and durable artificial stone which is made by mixing aggregate and water. It can be cast to form almost any shape and is used not just to build structures, but for driveways, built-in furniture,... READ MORE >
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Functional Facades
A building's facade is often the most important aspect of design. The facade is the first thin... READ MORE >
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Brutalist Buildings - Beasts or Beauties
The brutalism movement of architecture that became popular all over the world from the '50s to... READ MORE >
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Container Architecture
Container architecture, also known as cargotecture, is a form of architecture using steel or aluminum shipping containers as a structural element. These containers, which have been used to build permanent and temporary r... READ MORE >
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Converting Shipping Containers for Building
Building with shipping containers has fast become a popular way to create residential and comm... READ MORE >
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Constructing facades for different climates
For a building to have a facade that maximizes energy efficiency while providing a comfortable... READ MORE >
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When buildings become breathing, living objects -- or something close...
The Biomimicry Institute in the United States defines biomimicry as "an approach to innovation that seeks sustainable solutions to human challenges by emulating nature's time-tested patterns and strategies." It applies... READ MORE >
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Bamboo as a Construction Material
Bamboo as a construction material is traditionally associated with the cultures of Central and... READ MORE >
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Building with Aluminum Panels
Aluminum, which is often referred to as a "miracle metal," is the second most widely used meta... READ MORE >
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Passive Cooling Techniques
Passive cooling is a way of designing a building that focuses on improving indoor heat to a comfortable level with little or no energy consumption. This is often done through non-mechanical conditioning solutions that in... READ MORE >
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What are the challenges to all-wood high rise buildings
High-rise wood buildings are becoming quite popular around the world. What are the building cod... READ MORE >
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Creating a Rooftop Garden
A building with a roof that is partially or completely covered with plants is known as a green... READ MORE >
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Insulation Methods for Shipping Containers
A shipping container used as a residential or commercial space needs be insulated well if it is not designed in such a way that it cools or heats itself. This is especially true in areas with extremely hot or cold weath... READ MORE >
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Converting barns into modern homes
Barns have been used for centuries as housing for livestock and as storage sections for farm pr... READ MORE >
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How to strengthen timber framed houses
Timber framed houses are considered to be weak and can easily be damaged on the onset of an ear... READ MORE >