Sara Martinsen Builds Guesthouse Using Danish Native Plants
Danish Designer Transforms Plant Pavilion into Eco-Friendly RetreatDanish designer Sara Martinsen has repurposed her plant-based “Rooted Potential” pavilion into a…
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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Sustainable Timber Construction for Social Housing in Germany: A Model for Green Urban Living
In recent years, Sustainable Timber Construction has emerged as a vital approach in the development of eco-friendly and affordable social…
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Vitonit Ultra White Adhesive
OverviewVitonit Ultra White Adhesive is a high-performance cement-based adhesive engineered for porcelain, ceramic, and stone tiles. It offers exceptional bonding…
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Al-Khayyat White Porcelain Adhesive
OverviewAl-Khayyat White Porcelain Adhesive is a premium-quality, cement-based adhesive developed specifically for porcelain tiles. Its superior bonding strength and bright…
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Vetonite Ceramic Tile Adhesive
OverviewVetonite Ceramic Tile Adhesive is a cement-based adhesive formulated specifically for installing ceramic tiles on interior walls and floors. It…
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Saveto Superfix Tile Adhesive
OverviewSaveto Superfix is a high-performance cementitious tile adhesive designed for bonding ceramic, porcelain, granite, and marble tiles. It is suitable…
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Vitonit White Tile Adhesive (Al Awwal)
OverviewVitonit Al Awwal White is a premium white tile adhesive designed for fixing ceramic tiles, porcelain, and natural stones on…
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Complete Guide to CMU (Concrete Masonry Unit) Sizes, Scale, and Specifications
IntroductionIn architectural drafting and construction, understanding the dimensions, scaling, and standardization of Concrete Masonry Units (CMUs) is crucial for accurate…
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Ricupaglia: Rural Farmhouse with Terracotta, Stone, and Concrete
Context and LocationLocated in the small village of Montiano, central Italy, Ricupaglia sits on a hill overlooking a vineyard in…
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Final Finishing Putty (Al Khayyat)
OverviewAl Khayyat Final Finishing Putty is a premium-quality, ready-to-use wall putty designed for the final layer of surface finishing before…
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Cerbofix Tile Adhesive
OverviewCerbofix is a high-quality cement-based tile adhesive, designed for fixing ceramic, porcelain, and stone tiles on walls and floors. It…
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Vetonit Tile Adhesive for Pools
OverviewVetonit Tile Adhesive for Pools is a high-performance cement-based adhesive specifically designed for fixing ceramic and porcelain tiles in swimming…
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Platowood: Thermally Modified Wood for Sustainable Architecture
Platowood is a thermally modified wood product that experts developed for long-term performance in architectural applications. They make it from…
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Filenit Crack Filler
OverviewFilenit Crack Filler is a high-quality filler designed specifically for sealing cracks and joints in walls, ceilings, and various concrete…
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Sika Waterproofing Coating
OverviewSika waterproofing solutions are high-performance, cement-based or polyurethane-based coatings developed to provide long-lasting protection against water penetration in various construction…
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Vitonit Waterproof Putty
OverviewVitonit Waterproof Putty is a cement-based, polymer-modified waterproof finishing putty designed for use in high-humidity and water-prone areas. It is…
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Japanese Studio I IN Designs Blue Bottle Coffee Takanawa with Stone Gate Inspiration
A Gateway Concept Rooted in HistoryJapanese studio I IN, led by Yohei Terui and Hiromi Yuyama, has completed the design…
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Limestone: A Timeless Classic Inspiring the Grace Collection by Ceramiche Keope
Ancient Strength with Modern AppealAncient as the world itself, limestone is strong, compact, and endlessly versatile. One of the oldest…
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Saveto Fine Putty
OverviewSaveto Fine Putty is a high-quality, pre-mixed, polymer-modified finishing putty designed for smoothing and leveling interior wall and ceiling surfaces….
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RC1 Bituminous Waterproofing Primer
OverviewRC1 is a liquid bituminous waterproofing primer used as a preparatory coat before applying bituminous membranes or asphalt-based waterproofing systems….
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Membrane Waterproofing Roll
OverviewMembrane waterproofing rolls are sheets made from bitumen, modified bitumen, or synthetic materials used to create a continuous, flexible waterproof…
