The process of demolishing has to be done in a well-planned and safe manner to avoid hazards to the working personnel, the equipment, and machinery that is being used as well damage to the environment.
By Olivia Hudson
14 Jan 2022
Today, a new breed of plant-based rigid foam products has entered the market, allowing developers to make use of the desirable characteristics of rigid foam without the environmental downsides.
By Ben Pilkington
13 Jan 2022
Over the years, skateboarding has moved from the fringe to the mainstream. This article will discuss the importance of skateparks in cities and towns across the world.
By Reginald Davey
11 Jan 2022
Today, architects are returning to communal living models which promote personal connections, sustainability, and – say proponents – the good life.
By Ben Pilkington
7 Jan 2022
An eco-house is a house that is designed in such a way that it is environmentally friendly. It is built with consideration of technology and materials that reduce both its carbon footprint and energy use.
By Olivia Hudson
4 Jan 2022
This article will look at earth homes, providing an overview of their purpose, advantages, and disadvantages of earth-sheltered homes, and some examples of these buildings around the world.
By Reginald Davey
29 Dec 2021
Tabique walls (TWs) are found in old constructions/buildings in Portugal. This article, drawing on research in the journal Architecture, Structures and Construction investigates the TWs to provide more insight into their construction mechanisms and the materials used.
By Skyla Baily
27 Dec 2021
Slate is formed when high pressures are exerted on a sedimentary rock like shale. It is a dark, fine-grained stone made up of thin, sedimentary layers that allow it to be split into thin slabs, often used for roof tiles.
By Ben Pilkington
23 Dec 2021
Urban populations are increasing, but building sites are finite. The concept of vertical cities has risen to the foreground in response to this conundrum.
By Ben Pilkington
22 Dec 2021
In the last decade, an artifact from the marine and transportation industries has landed squarely on our shores.
By Ben Pilkington
21 Dec 2021