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Constructing facades for different climates
For a building to have a facade that maximizes energy efficiency while providing a comfortable environment for its occupants, each facade may be designed in a way that is best suitable based on the climate. In the Unite... READ MORE >
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When buildings become breathing, living objects -- or someth...
The Biomimicry Institute in the United States defines biomimicry as "an approach to innovation... 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 metal in building after steel. First, used as decorative detailing and then in roofing, flashing and wall panels, it is now consi... 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 com... 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 roof, eco-roof, vegetated roof, or living roof. The three types of green roofs, which were developed in Germany in the 1960s,... 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 i... 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 earthquake or any other natural catastrophe. To prevent such scenarios one is advised to put into place structural modifications... READ MORE >
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How to construct curved wooden structures using laminated Ve...
Wood has been used in the construction sector for an extended period. This has helped in coming... READ MORE >
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What is the Future of Design
How will the classical notion of Modernism hold up in our future? What sort of materials will h... READ MORE >
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How to properly install floating roofs
A floating roof is a type of roof that is installed in storage tanks which are used in the oil refinery and petrochemical industry. The floating roof floats directly on top of the stored material. This eliminates the pos... READ MORE >
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How To Install Solid Wooden Floors Perfectly
Wooden floors are part of the elements that make a house to look exquisite. The installation pr... READ MORE >
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What type of architecture projects would you like to see mor...
Also, share with us the most interesting topics/projects that has kept you coming back for more... READ MORE >