Enhancing traditional construction materials with waste products has become a research focus in the construction industry in recent decades to meet the challenges of modern society.
By Reginald Davey
3 May 2022
There is a wealth of options when it comes to building insulation materials. Bulky fiber materials like fiberglass and cotton, rigid foam boards, polyurethane, and straw all get used in different insulation applications in the construction industry.
By Ben Pilkington
29 Apr 2022
Glass is a non-crystalline amorphous solid that is often transparent; it has wide applications in construction. This article examines some of the different types of glass used for construction.
By Ben Pilkington
29 Apr 2022
In recent research in the journal Architecture, scientists tested the performance of hydrated lime reinforced with low-cost hemp fibers as a more sustainable material substitution.
There is a small revolution in home design currently happening – the tiny house movement. In an age of increasing urban sprawl and the consequent problems that a burgeoning world population brings, some have opted to downsize.
By Reginald Davey
26 Apr 2022
This World Earth Day, AZoBuild looks back on some of our interviews and articles that highlight green building.
By Skyla Baily
22 Apr 2022
This article will look at the impacts on residential spaces and provide insights into the future of urban and residential design as humanity moves into the post-pandemic world.
By Reginald Davey
21 Apr 2022
Air conditioners consume a lot of energy, which has a negative impact on the environment as well as our electricity bill. Because of the growing demand for energy, increased fossil fuels are being burned, resulting in more CO2 emissions that are hazardous to the environment.
By Akhlaqul Karomah
19 Apr 2022
Architects use computer software to create 3D models and 2D construction documents, develop concepts and ideas, communicate with clients and stakeholders, and manage complicated projects.
By Ben Pilkington
14 Apr 2022
Foam concrete is a unique concrete material with numerous applications not only in the construction industry. This article explains what the material is, describes its advantages and applications, and relays the latest advances in foam concrete research.
By Ben Pilkington
11 Apr 2022