Methods of combating construction site theft
With the increasing vulnerability of construction sites to theft,proactive measures must be taken to guard against such criminal activity.Unfortunately, some…
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Completion of the renovation of the former Kalba Ice Factory
Completion of the renovation of the former Kalba Ice Factory,Peruvian company 51-1 Arquitectos has converted the former Kalba Ice Factory,an…
Eight practical and beautiful concrete bathrooms around the world
Our latest lookbook explores eight bathrooms with striking concrete interiors, ranging from a Mexico City bathroom that also features a rough-hewn stone bathtub to a UK bathroom built around a “concrete sculpture”. Concrete is a practical choice for bathroom interiors since the material is water-resistant, hardwearing and easy to clean. It can also be a
These 7 Sustainable European Cabins Beautifully Blend With Nature
While a vacation to Europe often inspires images of days meandering cobblestoned streets in historic towns, these sustainable European cabins offer a different way to visit the continent. Just imagine, you could wake up to 360-degree views of a Swedish fjord or spend an evening admiring the birds in a suspended cabin in Belgium. Located
The five basic types of vertical construction
The five basic types of vertical construction,The vertical construction of the building plays an important role in the overall structure.A…
Your complete guide to marble replacement slabs
Your complete guide to marble replacement slabs,Marble replacement panels are made from a type of plastic called polyvinyl chloride,and are…
An Exclusive Tour of Olympia, Brooklyn’s Most Expensive Condo Building
That appreciation for Dumbo’s seafaring history and the neighborhood’s enviable views extends to how Workstead approached Olympia’s interior design. Alongside abstract renditions of the Manhattan skyline by painters including Georgia O’Keeffe, Workstead senior designer Nadine Lynch explained that “a photograph of a sailboat that was in this very dark and stormy sea” was an important aesthetic touchstone
Nagami 3D-prints plastic to mimic melting glaciers in Spanish boutique
Spanish design studio Nagami has completed a shop interior for sustainable clothing brand Ecoalf near Madrid that is almost entirely 3D printed from recycled plastic. Walls, shelves and display tables inside the store in the Las Rozas Village designer outlet are made from 3.3 tonnes of repurposed plastic waste, sourced mainly from hospitals and used
Making wooden ventilation holes for a stone house
Brazilian architecture firm mf + arquitetos has designed a louvered residence in Uberlandia, Brazil.Named Lake House, the 557-square-meter home sits…
The use of glass-reinforced plastics to improve the level of construction
For decades, construction projects have used traditional methods and materials such as steel and timber to build structures.However, the construction…
Modern fireplaces: here are our 10 favorites
When chosen smartly, the structure can become the focal point of your living area. We have picked ten modern and stylish fireplaces that will surely warm your heart. 1. Oblo, Hailed by WhynotHailed by Whynot attempts to use clean geometries and Scandinavian elegance to achieve a minimalist look. Keeping these concepts in mind, the studio has
Small A-frame cottage design enhances the feeling of relaxation overlooking the lake
Matière Première Architecture has built a small, relaxing A-frame cottage overlooking a lake in Estrie, Canada.The 75 square meter cabin…
Our Favorite 10 Swimming Pools
Small, big, round, square – swimming pools, nowadays, come in all shapes and sizes. The key to success? Choosing a swimming pool that complements the landscape instead of competing with it.We’ve handpicked ten stunning pools all around the world to get you dreaming about summer.1. Amangiri, USAFirst on our list is the beautiful pool of
The ways in which AI is transforming the construction sector
Artificial intelligence is proving to help in overcoming major challenges that construction managers face but it is still in its…
Inside an Updated 1950s California Home That Brims With Japanese-Inspired Design
When Aiko Morton and Momoko “Momo” Morton Wong were growing up in Colorado, every few months their mom would drive them from Pueblo—the small town they called home—to Denver. They’d make a day of it (go shopping and have lunch somewhere fun), but the most memorable moments for the two of them rarely had anything to
8 well-designed HWs for storing your assets
When first diving into the world of cryptocurrencies, a question that pops into most people’s minds is ‘Where can I store my investments?’ The answer is simple – in your crypto-wallets. But getting a well-designed crypto wallet is not as easy as it sounds. How can you find a product that is safe, functional, and aesthetic?
Intelligent construction and the use of artificial intelligence to build efficiently
Artificial intelligence (AI) is often used to evoke images of futuristic machines seen in science fiction movies.However, in recent times,…
Wauhaus viewing cabin is a minimalist retreat
Perched on a hill in the Hungarian countryside, the canopy-level “treehouse” features understated interiors that draw the eye out towards the impressive landscape.A desire for escapism sees designers and architecture studios like Hello Wood going to the canopy for architecture—treehouses that frame nature in a bid to help us connect with it.The latest cabin dwelling
Cooling beams or roof-mounted heat exchangers
A chilled beam is an air distribution device with an integral coil designed to heat or cool large buildings.The cooled…
Apartment 02 by Hugo Oliveira Arquitetura
Apartment 02 is a spacious open plan that creates a feeling of lightness across the project.Located in the most iconic trio of residential buildings in Brasília, Apartment 02 – by Hugo Oliveira Arquitetura – has been completely renovated to meet the needs of the owners.The main points of the project were the open plan, restoration
Banema’s concept store shines a new light on wood
Designed Campos Costa Arquitetos, the space is intended as an ideas lab that celebrates the origins of the brandBanema is one of Portugal‘s leading manufacturers of wood products and derivatives. As such, the concept store focuses on the alluring diversity of timber.From the street, two large windows serve as miniature gallery-like spaces for highlighting products
