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Moving into a new build home is exciting. However, these spaces can feel a little impersonal. Essentially, they are blank canvases. You...

Materials: Moving Beyond Glass and Steel 1. Mass Timber (CLT and Glulam) Cross-Laminated Timber (CLT) and Glulam are becoming increasingly popular. These materials are strong enough for mid- to high-rise buildings, lighter than concrete, and they store carbon instead of emitting it. When using timber, engineers must rethink load paths, fire protection, and lateral stability. This involves encapsulation layers and careful design considerations. Example: The C6 Tower in Pert

Image source: Pexels [f1]   The landscape of urban environments is undergoing a remarkable transformation, largely driven by the...

Bustling neighborhoods, noisy apartment complexes, and clamorous industrial facilities have long been the bane of peace and productivity...

Adaptive architecture is an increasingly fundamental approach in contemporary commercial design. Its goal is to create buildings that can...

With the myriad environmental concerns associated with suburban sprawl lengthy commutes, infringing on farmland and wildlife habitats,...

In the current home improvement renaissance, no area of the home flies under the radar. From insulated foundations to app-controlled...

Modern commercial structures must accomplish multiple ends simultaneously. Not only do they have to be architecturally stunning and...

The hotel industry is notoriously competitive. There is a never-ending sea of hotel properties, vacation rentals, and timeshares to try...