The journey of building materials through time is a fascinating story. Each era and civilization has brought something new to the table, from hay and tree bark to stone, timber,…
For years the construction sector has been under criticism for its negative role on the environment, contributing to about 38% of global CO2 emissions from energy use in 2020. In…
In the modern world concepts such as a sense of belonging in urbanisation and architecture have drawn the attention of many. Belongingness is a complex notion, new to architecture yet…
The constant will to innovate and improve from the available resources has been the driving force behind centuries of architecture’s rich, complex, and abundant history. Presently considered the first manifestation…
The Roman Empire was built on political prowess. It was founded on a complex system of governance starting with the Roman Republic and climaxing into the Roman Empire. Its political…
When someone walks into a space, the materials used in its construction and design have the ability to profoundly impact their experiences and emotions. Whether it’s the sense of calm…
Biomaterials refer to building materials derived from living organisms such as fungus, animals, and plants. The main topic of this book is plant-based materials and how environmentally friendly they are,…
Bio-materials are building materials obtained from living organisms like Plants, Animals, Algae and Fungi. These are renewable forms of materials that have been used to generate sustainable construction solutions. Some…
Think before you trash it. “Sustainability Starts With Responsible Waste Disposal,” goes the saying. But what exactly qualifies as waste? In our homes, offices, and industries, we discard materials for…
Innovation mostly focuses on producing more environmentally friendly materials for construction. By improving existing materials or creating new ones, the goal is to reduce dependency on materials produced from fossil…
In architecture, the selection and utilization of materials play an important role in crafting the identity of a design. Architects harness the potential of various construction materials to strengthen their…
Don’t throw your future away “Avoid littering; it will sour our future.” Saying this quote raises the following question: What exactly is waste? Waste is stuff that is not needed…