Since the late 2000s, humans have rapidly evolved to spend more time indoors than outdoors. This change has been even more evident since the Covid lockdown, which brought about virtual working, studying and living practices. These shifts emphasise the importance...
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Innovations in the building industry have led to the development of various new materials that are significantly changing the construction process and providing alternatives to conventional materials. One such material is glass fiber reinforced polymer, whose unique attributes have made...
For many centuries now, glass has been a material that has been used in buildings for a diverse range of applications. Its unique properties have made it a difficult material to replace even with the advanced technologies adopted in the...
Philosophical concepts and spiritual beliefs often shape architectural and interior design. Even in modern design fields, these concepts—although they are typically hundreds of years old—are often given vital importance because their teachings still hold relevance. One such concept is the...
While designing homes, architects take into consideration many spiritual practices that shape their clients’ beliefs. Many of these practices are rooted in ancient wisdom and culture and act as guiding principles for spatial design. One such ancient doctrine of design...
With the integration of technology, rapid advancements have been made in the AEC (Architecture, Engineering and Construction) industry, significantly enhancing construction processes. One such advancement is the development of Pre Engineered Buildings (PEB), which have led to a technological and...
Architecture is building design done by humans for use by humans. Thus, humans play the most important role in building design and anthropometry is a concept in architecture which emphasises this importance. This concept ensures that buildings are practical, functional...
With new advancements being made in technology everyday, buildings across the world are becoming more versatile, flexible and multifunctional. One such technology that has rapidly gained popularity in the last few years is encompassed by retractable roof systems, which have...
Before planning to undertake a construction project, numerous legal aspects and municipal regulations of the local region are necessary to be studied. One of these is land use in construction, which determines what type of structures can legally be built...
Today, climate change caused by deforestation is one of the biggest issues plaguing the world. The construction industry is one of the leading contributors to this deforestation, as it uses wood as a crucial building material. However, many new alternatives...