The construction industry is experiencing poor profit margins and falling orders, and there is a dire need to improve its productivity. Research in the journal Buildings takes a look at modular building as a means of reducing emissions and increasing productivity.
The Ice Ribbon, sited in the Olympic Village from Beijing’s 2008 Summer Olympic Games, was the only major indoor building constructed for what organizers claim is the most sustainable Olympic Games ever.
By Ben Pilkington
28 Feb 2022
The built environment is made of 3D space, and so AR has found many significant applications in the architecture and construction sectors since the 1990s – with more use cases coming from advances in technology ever since.
By Ben Pilkington
24 Feb 2022
Global megaprojects are a defining feature of modern society. This article will delve into the subject of global megaprojects, providing an overview of current projects and discussing the benefits, downsides, and impact of these major infrastructure projects.
By Reginald Davey
21 Feb 2022
Glass blocks are architectural materials that provide both visual opacity and light in buildings. Glass is an integral part of upscale interior design and can be used for wall and floor applications.
By Olivia Hudson
15 Feb 2022
AZoBuild aims to share building, engineering, and architecture with the world and with people who can make a difference. On this International Day of Women and Girls in Science, we spoke to two women who are driving innovation in this field.
By Skyla Baily
11 Feb 2022
With 2022 now underway, excitement has built following the announcement of the shortlisted architectural firms nominated for the EU Prize for Contemporary Architecture – Mies van der Rohe award.
By Skyla Baily
7 Feb 2022
This article considers the prospect of building hydroponic farming systems at home, including the energy requirements and costs.
By Sarah Moore
3 Feb 2022
Modern methods of construction, also known as smart construction, are a quick way to construct new buildings achieved by maximizing the efficiency of materials and human resources.
By Olivia Hudson
1 Feb 2022
Manufacturers require non-destructive testing (NDT) to analyze the qualities of a material, component, structure, or system for distinctive variations, welding faults, and discontinuity without causing harm to the original part.
By Akhlaqul Karomah
28 Jan 2022