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Transforming the entry experience with biophilic design

BD+C

Breaking Free From The Cave-Like Connotations The initial design hurdle involved the perception of a heavy, concrete structure reminiscent of a parking garage. To counteract this impression, we implemented a series of design elements that not only added visual appeal but also bridged the gap between the interior and exterior spaces.

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13 trends, technologies, and strategies to expect in 2023

BD+C

13 trends, technologies, and strategies to expect in 2023 0 qpurcell Thu, 04/20/2023 - 08:21 Sustainability Biophilic design, microgrids, and decarbonization—these are three of the trends, technologies, and strategies IMEG’s market and service leaders believe are poised to have a growing impact on the built environment.

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New Civil Engineering Technology 2022

CivilJungle

Self-Healing Concrete. Self-Healing Concrete. In the construction of Self-healing Concrete cement is the most widely used material, but cement is also contributors one of the biggest to harmful carbon emissions, by using cement we increasing annual global emissions up to 7 percent. Thermal Bridging. Photovoltaic Glaze.

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Junk Science And Heat Island Effect Revealed at Greenbuild

Green Building Law Update

However, efforts to apply the same principle to non roof hardscapes, including pavements, overlook the complexities of urban geography and how ground level reflections interact with pedestrians, vehicles, and the built environment. Director of Sustainable Engineering for the National Asphalt Association. and Kamil E.

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Fire-rated curtain wall supports Maine environmental center’s green goals

Construction Specifier

Bowdoin College’s Roux Center for the Environment, Brunswick, Maine, utilized silicone-glazed, fire-rated steel curtain wall to create transparency and promote occupant well-being. Along with sustainable aesthetics, the center sought to achieve Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Platinum certification.

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Some newest technology to make construction process smarter

Construction Cost Estimating

As for instance, ordinary concrete is employed for different types of building applications ranging from foundations to flat surfaces. But, cracking may frequently occur for this type of concrete. The problem can be resolved with a new self-healing concrete that employs bacteria to seal cracks devoid of any interference in the works.

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Expanding the exterior footprint

Construction Specifier

Evidence of this trend in focus for healthier environments is highlighted by one of the top architectural firms: “Now more than ever, public spaces are poised to become the grand lobbies and public waiting rooms of neighborhoods and cities,” says Gensler associate Michael Wagner on the company’s blog.