Bruntwood, a Manchester-based developer, has recently obtained planning permission for a groundbreaking £31m mass timber office in Greater Manchester.
By Ben Pilkington
6 Mar 2023
Scientists at the University of Manchester, UK, demonstrated how a novel concrete material using Martian soil and the blood of human astronauts as ingredients could pave the way for future space colonization.
By Ben Pilkington
22 Feb 2023
After water, concrete is the most extensively used material in the world. However, the concrete industry accounts for a significant portion of total global carbon emissions - estimated at 4-8%.
By Sarah Moore
15 Feb 2023
Material science plays a fundamental role in building design. From solid foundations like validating mechanical properties to lofty ambitions like developing a sustainable future for the construction industry, materials scientists are at work making buildings more effective, efficient, and sustainable.
By Ben Pilkington
10 Feb 2023
Artificial intelligence (AI) has emerged as a highly disruptive technology in multiple sectors in recent years. Currently, there is intense discussion around its potential in the field of art and design. This article will explore whether AI can be used to create imaginative, innovative, and usable architectural concepts.
By Reginald Davey
6 Feb 2023
The RTF Awards is a prestigious award in the architecture and design fields. This article will explore the aims, history, and some notable winners of this renowned award.
By Reginald Davey
26 Jan 2023
Prometheus Materials, a startup commercializing University of Colorado Boulder research, recently began production of a coral-inspired organic biocomposite concrete alternative that could eventually become carbon-negative.
LEKO LABS, a revolutionary startup based in Luxembourg, has become a pioneer in developing carbon-negative building systems and materials to reduce carbon dioxide by 500 megatons.
The world’s environment is in crisis. Symptoms of this crisis include rising sea levels and more catastrophic flood events, especially in urban areas. Responding to these challenges, architects and developers are adopting novel methods to create the buildings of the future.
By Ben Pilkington
13 Jan 2023
Staggering amounts of waste are produced by industrial and domestic activity. Utilizing waste to produce value-added products is a central focus of research, and waste streams are being increasingly utilized in building materials. This article will explore the potential use of e-waste in concrete.
By Reginald Davey
10 Jan 2023