Materials are known to be the foundation of architecture and design, the makers or breakers of successful buildings. They have a huge impact on all sorts of built-spaces and their…
What is the first thought that strikes our mind when we think of constructing a wooden building? We usually perceive moods derived from the primitive type of cottages, huts, etc.…
With advancing urbanization, the demand for affordable housing is invariably increasing. A small house of his own is the dream of every man in our country, whether he is a…
Every discovery or innovation that we have had in these few decades in construction materials has changed the way we look at the structures and the way we can utilise…
COMPOSITION OF STEEL Steel is an alloy of carbon and iron that contains 98-99% iron, less than 2% carbon, and 1% Manganese and Silicon. It is known for its high…
What might have seemed like an utter impossibility a few years ago is being thought about seriously by the scientists, astrophysicists, researchers, etc. Yes, extraterrestrial building and construction it is!…
There are many materials available in the 21st century market for architects to experiment with. As the world is moving towards a sustainable living, architecture has also developed techniques and…
Owing to climate change and economic crises, the architecture of the 21st century must be “sustainable”, i.e. “meeting the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations,…
Long before the threat of climate change became a global concern, Laurie Baker, The Gandhi of Architecture, saw the necessity to design energy-efficient buildings. It is this which inspired several…
Isn’t it fascinating how buildings around the globe in all the countries and continents express themselves in a divergent yet unified way? Just like we human beings, the buildings breathe…
When it comes to ecological materials, we often hear about recycling materials or sustainably produced materials, however, the term that has yet to become mainstream is: upcycling, however, if you…
Our cities are built today in steel, brick, and concrete. For decades, this status quo has been maintained, while the industry promoted a quick and reliable, financially safe way to…