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Passive, Prefab and Modular: the Architecture of the Future is Here SAVE

Passive, Prefab and Modular: the Architecture of the Future is Here

As people seek more control over their carbon footprints, they think differently about how their home life affects the planet. Traditional residential construction produces waste that harms the environment, so future ho... READ MORE >

Leave a CommentRose • May 16
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ICF Homes: What You Need to Know SAVE

ICF Homes: What You Need to Know

Homes built out of insulated concrete forms (ICF) are growing in popularity amongst builders a... READ MORE >

Leave a CommentMatt • 2018
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Construction Innovations That Make Building Breezier SAVE

Construction Innovations That Make Building Breezier

Building is a stressful endeavor, whether you're building a new home or an office building. On... READ MORE >

Leave a CommentHolly • 2018
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Modern Concrete Home Design Considerations SAVE

Modern Concrete Home Design Considerations

It seems that Americans still prefer to build their houses out of wood and brick rather than concrete. However, the new trends are aiming to challenge the status quo of concrete home construction in the USA. The latest... READ MORE >

Leave a CommentMatt • 2018
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Building a Sustainable House Against Harsh Climates SAVE

Building a Sustainable House Against Harsh Climates

When it comes to building, sustainable materials are what everyone is after. Whether it's a ne... READ MORE >

Leave a CommentMatt • 2018
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SFO Director on Airport's $2.5 Billion, 10-Year Renovation SAVE

SFO Director on Airport's $2.5 Billion, 10-Year Renovation

Airports are some of the busiest and heaviest foot-trafficked spaces in the world. Efficiency,... READ MORE >

Leave a CommentSona • 2017
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Microhouses: A Small Solution for Big Problems SAVE

Microhouses: A Small Solution for Big Problems

The recent launching of Kodasema's microhouse project in the UK stirred up a debate surrounding the viability of the structures. While not a new concept, the typology is still a niche architectural trend and one that i... READ MORE >

3 CommentsLucia • 2017
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From Minimalist to Expressionist, How Snohetta Designs Differently SAVE

From Minimalist to Expressionist, How Snohetta Designs Diffe...

There are a few names in architecture that seem to be everywhere you look, with each project m... READ MORE >

Leave a CommentJoy • 2017
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Contemporary Congregation Space Needs in Stations and Shopping Centers SAVE

Contemporary Congregation Space Needs in Stations and Shoppi...

When designing public spaces such as retail buildings or transportation hubs, circulation is n... READ MORE >

1 CommentLucia • 2017
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Retail Spaces: Urban Design Strategies SAVE

Retail Spaces: Urban Design Strategies

The successful urban image of the city is the result of the deliberate accumulation of independent elements intertwining with each other. While architecture talks micro-scale, urban design integrates the macro-scale con... READ MORE >

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How to Design Contemporary Structures in Indigenous Zones SAVE

How to Design Contemporary Structures in Indigenous Zones

Building in indigenous zones can be very sensitive. Sometimes in trying to honor an ancient cu... READ MORE >

1 CommentLucia • 2017
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Reaching for the Sky: From Towers to Skyscrapers SAVE

Reaching for the Sky: From Towers to Skyscrapers

Through the ages, humans have been trying to reach the very heavens through architecture. But... READ MORE >

Leave a CommentLucia • 2016
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Desert Dwellings: How to Design for the Desert SAVE

Desert Dwellings: How to Design for the Desert

A desert environment is hostile by nature; building in the desert means having to prepare your design to withstand extreme sunlight and heat, and relentless cold temperatures- all in one day. Nature inspired solutions E... READ MORE >

1 CommentLucia • 2016
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How to Construct Timber Roof Trusses SAVE

How to Construct Timber Roof Trusses

The roof is probably one of the most, if not the most important part of a building as it prote... READ MORE >

2 Comments • Veronica R • 2016
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Public Realm: Urban Park Strategies SAVE

Public Realm: Urban Park Strategies

The modern urban park is not only considered a focal point of a neighborhood, but also a node... READ MORE >

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