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…
Building Materials
Building Materials in Architecture: Innovations, Performance, and Applications
This section tracks the evolution of building materials and their impact on contemporary architecture, design, and construction. From engineered wood and carbon-reinforced concrete to thermal insulation and low-impact coatings, ArchUp documents material shifts that shape how projects are built and perceived.
Our editorial team curates insights for architects, contractors, and interior designers, presenting case studies, expert interviews, and trend analyses across global practices. Explore our growing database of material datasheets, dive into sustainable alternatives, or view award-winning material usage in competition-winning buildings.
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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….
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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,…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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….
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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…
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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…
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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…
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Dark Skies: A Sonic Canopy Redefining Festival Architecture
A Radical Redefinition of the Festival StageIn an era where temporary pavilions are often showpieces…
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Marazzi The Top Collection Expands with Stone-Inspired Slabs
Marazzi has unveiled a new range of high-performance porcelain surfaces as part of its Marazzi…
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Earthenware House by Naqi & Partners
Earthenware House by Naqi & Partners: A Living Ceramic Story in VietnamIntroduction: A New Vernacular…
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Chemically Cured Brick: Innovative Sustainable Building Material from the Netherlands
The construction industry actively seeks sustainable materials that reduce environmental impact while maintaining high quality….
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Stretchable Metamaterials: A New Frontier in Durable, Flexible Design
Researchers at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) have developed a groundbreaking class of stretchable…
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unEarthed / Second Nature / PolliNATION Project: Integrating Sustainable Bio-Based Materials and Interspecies Design to Enhance Ecosystems
The unEarthed / Second Nature / PolliNATION project premiered at the 2025 Venice Biennale in…
