Even though using old structures for new purposes is both good for the environment and preserves a piece of history, there are some particular challenges involved with renovating old buildings into modern spaces.
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The Taj Mahal is wasting away, and it may soon hit the point of no return
Condemning the “lethargy” of restoration efforts, India’s Supreme Court recently told the government to restore the Taj or demolish it.
How to Print a Building: The Science Behind 3D Printing in Construction
This three-pronged approach to adapting additive manufacturing for construction could revolutionise the industry within the next ten to 15 years.
5 Easy Ways Architects Can Build Better Cities
As an architect specifically, you're expected to consider how each decision you make impacts the environment not only physically but also socially.
The Influence of Roman Architecture on Modern Design
In this article we are taking a look at the influence of Roman architecture on some of the most popular tourist destinations of today.
Do You Know About These 8 Biodegradable Construction Materials?
In this article we take a look at the 8 most common biodegradable materials that are forming a more sustainable future for the construction industry.
Have You Seen These 8 Nautically Inspired Buildings?
In this article we take a look at 8 buildings that have been designed with nautical inspiration.
Shipping Container Architecture
This article looks at shipping container architecture in Copenhagen.
Can a tech company build a city? Ask Google
Sidewalk Labs, the urban innovation startup owned by Google’s parent company Alphabet, has announced a partnership with the City of Toronto to develop a new waterfront precinct.
What Happens to the Stadiums After the Olympics?
In this article we take a look at Olympic stadiums from the 2000's and the fate they faced once the hype was over.
An Architectural Designers Top 5 Virtual Reality Experiences
What are the “how-to” lessons we can leverage through virtual reality (VR) that could drive innovation and advance our built environment for the next 10, 100, or even 1,000 years?
Specifications for a Bike Rack
In this article we break down everything you should consider when selecting a bike rack.
Mistakes Immediately Discovered After the Building was Constructed
In this article we highlight buildings that have become infamous due to their post construction mishaps.
5 Building Materials That Will Improve the Future
In this article we take a look at 5 building materials that have promise for a cleaner and greener future.
Recap of the Best Design Trends of 2017
In this article we take a look at the top design trends of 2017 that occurred in the categories of architecture, interior design, landscape design, and urban design!
The Role of Construction Companies Before, During and After Disaster
Protecting buildings before disaster strikes is just as important as the post-construction efforts to rebuild, and construction companies can play a large role in those efforts.
Architecture and Design Fees: Why hours?
Why is it, that in an age where the value of a company is no longer based on assets or staff numbers, but on ideas – that architects still charge by the hour?
Gingerbread Architecture: It's more than gumdrops and icing sugar.
Very rarely do people recall or know of the gingerbread house styles that were built in the late 19th century and originated in Haiti.
Do You Know About the Art Deco Movement?
The Art Deco movement for architecture may have been short lived (it was prominent from 1925-1940), but it greatly influenced some of the most famous buildings in the world.
What Do You Know about Romanesque Architecture?
In this article we take a look at some of the best examples from the Romanesque architectural period.