Brief Researchers at the University of British Columbia Okanagan are studying the potential of wood-based pulp mill fly ash for use as a cement filler in road construction. Research so far indicates that use of the waste product would yield energy and emission savings...
Brief DF_DC has designed a five-story apartment building with an exoskeletal-style structure and consolidated service cores that allow for design changes without significant structural intervention. The bush-hammered concrete facade draws inspiration from Romanesque...
Brief Defined by an unusual exterior made up of 500 rods that will be illuminated as they sway with the prevailing wind, the aptly named Breeze of Innovation is a new tower slated for Silicon Valley. It will rise to a maximum height of 200 ft in San José. ...
Brief Despite the challenges and delays caused by COVID-19, 2021 looks set to be an outstanding year for architecture. With this in mind, we’ve chosen five exciting projects we’re looking forward to this year. Insight Despite the challenges and...
Brief Influential architect Frank Gehry has developed a distinctive style over the decades, with his love of asymmetry and irregular forms giving rise to unusual projects like the brown paper bag. This continues with an almost-complete steel-clad tower that’s...
Brief Canadian couple Heather and Kevin Fritz are turning heads with their very first tiny home build. The home was specifically built for the harsh Canadian climate, which can hit -40 ºC during the winter months. Insight Canadian couple and newcomers to the...
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