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Maximizing Efficiency and Aesthetics: The Role of Materials in Commercial Building Design

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In the world of commercial building design, the choice of materials plays a crucial role in shaping both the aesthetics and efficiency of the final structure. From the exterior cladding to the interior finishes, the materials used can have a significant impact on the overall functionality, sustainability, and visual appeal of the building.

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Style meets substance in the design and materiality of tensile architecture

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Photos courtesy Huntsman By David Peragallo Tensile architecture, also known as tensile structures or fabric architecture, is becoming a popular choice for applications such as stadiums, airport hubs, train and bus stations, exhibition halls, event pavilions, and temporary structures such as festival tents.

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Connecting it all: Role of joints as a primary component

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However, when examined more closely, they are discovered to be capable of dynamic interactions between assembly materials and with their surrounding environments. They have a ubiquitous presence within a building’s visual language and physical fabric, yet are often overlooked or even fundamentally misunderstood.

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Tensile architecture: Where substance meets style

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Photos courtesy Huntsman By David Peragallo Tensile architecture, also known as tensile structures or fabric architecture, is becoming a popular choice for applications such as stadiums, airport hubs, train and bus stations, exhibition halls, event pavilions, and temporary structures such as festival tents.

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Substitute materials: Weighing pros and cons in exterior restoration

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While repairing and salvaging existing materials is generally regarded as the first choice when addressing deterioration in exterior restoration projects, replacing some amount of material is often unavoidable. Existing is the material that is currently present, original is the material used when the building was constructed.

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What is a submittal in construction? A comprehensive guide

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The submittals include samples, drawings, project data, material listings, quality assurance, etc. They ensure the contractor adheres to the defined guidelines, uses the correct materials, and stays within the timelines. A good example is the shop drawing, which provides detailed plans for fabrications that are completed off-site.

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What is a submittal in construction? A comprehensive guide

Lets Build

The submittals include samples, drawings, project data, material listings, quality assurance, etc. They ensure the contractor adheres to the defined guidelines, uses the correct materials, and stays within the timelines. A good example is the shop drawing, which provides detailed plans for fabrications that are completed off-site.