African Flow School in Cameroon: Ancestral Materials Meet Modern Pedagogy
Barcelona-based architecture studio Urbanitree has designed the African Flow School, a 1,600-square-metre kindergarten on the outskirts of Yaoundé, Cameroon, that…
Building Materials
Architectural Materials
Materials examined through their properties, applications and role in building performance. Coverage addresses structure, envelopes and finishes, considering durability, maintenance, production and environmental implications alongside appearance.
Trace material choices through architectural projects and construction methods, compare their use in design, and explore related research.
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Birdwood House: Reclaimed Brick and Terracotta in Brisbane’s Subtropical Landscape
Birdwood House in Brisbane, Australia, represents a thoughtful approach to multigenerational living and sustainable architecture. Designed for a family that…
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CLT House: A Cross-Laminated Timber Retreat in the Hudson Valley
In the Hudson Valley near Rhinebeck, New York, a distinctive house known as CLT House rises from a clearing in…
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ArtPlay Pavilion at Dulwich Picture Gallery: Carmody Groarke’s Playful Timber Addition
In south London, architecture studio Carmody Groarke has introduced the ArtPlay Pavilion to the gardens of the John Soane-designed Dulwich…
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From Eggshells to Sustainable Walls: Innovation Redefining Construction
Construction Waste: A Growing CrisisConstruction waste has become one of the most prominent environmental challenges of our modern era. Buildings…
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Your Ultimate Guide to Flooring: Types, Benefits, and Maintenance Tips
IntroductionChoosing flooring is not merely an aesthetic decision; it is a long-term investment that affects the comfort of the home,…
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Building External Cladding: A Comprehensive Guide to Designing and Protecting the Facades of the Future
IntroductionExternal cladding is one of the most important architectural elements that plays a prominent role in protecting buildings and enhancing…
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Casa Caracol: Snail Shell Concrete and Curved Circulation in Cancun
“Casa Caracol”—Spanish for “Sea Snail House”—by Lanza Atelier takes an introspective architectural approach in Cancún. Located in the upscale Puerto…
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The Structural Framework: The Cornerstone of Every Successful Engineering Project
Structural Framework: The Solid Foundation for Every Successful Engineering ProjectThe structural framework is considered the backbone of any building or…
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Glass Brick House: Innovative Light and Space in Dense Urban Living
Urban infill sites challenge architects to find creative solutions for tight spaces with limited light and views. The glass brick…
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Coil House Restoration: A Sensitive Modernist Home Extension in Melbourne
The Coil House Restoration by Australian studio Karen Abernethy Interiors and Architecture is a masterful example of how to extend…
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Sculpted Comfort: A Concrete Veterinary Hospital in Tirana Redefines Animal Care
Concrete rarely evokes softness or warmth, yet the newly unveiled veterinary hospital in Tirana, Albania, challenges this assumption with grace…
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The Francis Condominium by Lo Design: Maximizing Daylight with Bevelled Roof and Courtyards in Philadelphia
Located in the rapidly evolving Francisville neighborhood of Philadelphia, Lo Design’s latest project—the Francis apartment building—brings a fresh architectural perspective…
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House in the Forest: Daiber & Aceituno Arquitectos’ Sustainable Forest Retreat in Puerto Varas
Nestled deep within the lush forests of Puerto Varas, Chile, the House in the Forest by Daiber & Aceituno Arquitectos…
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Songzhuang Z Museum: A Textile-Inspired Weaving of Metal, Landscape, and Memory
In the remote village of Songzhuang in China’s Zhejiang province, the Songzhuang Z Museum stands as a delicate fusion of…
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Twin House: A Bold Red Home Reimagines Family Living in Hackney
IntroductionIn the heart of Hackney, east London, a striking new residence known as Twin House redefines the concept of domesticity…
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Wisteria & Light: A Timber Extension Breathes New Life into a 1920s Brussels Home
IntroductionOn the peaceful outskirts of Brussels, Belgian studio Hé! has redefined what a contemporary home extension can be—with sensitivity to…
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Excess or Disgust: Architecture Between Material Surplus and Aesthetic Scarcity
By the Editor-in-Chief – ArchUpIn the corners of emerging cities, materials accumulate as questions do. The abundance of building materials…
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Tekαkαpimək Contact Station by Saunders Architecture Honors Wabanaki Culture in Remote Maine Summit
Nestled atop Lookout Mountain in northern Maine, the newly completed Tekαkαpimək Contact Station by Saunders Architecture officially opened its doors…
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Cantilevered Steel Pavilion Enhances Knoxville’s Urban Wilderness Vision
A striking steel structure has taken shape in Knoxville, Tennessee, thanks to local studio Sanders Pace Architecture, which has completed…
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Innovative Courtyard House Extension in London Transforms 1970s Terrace with Natural Materials and Sustainable Design
Architecture studio Whittaker Parsons has masterfully transformed a typical 1970s suburban terrace in southeast London into a light-filled, flexible, and…
