Humans live in a very anthropocentric world; that is most of us, unless we are farmers, or live deep within the countryside, spend our time dealing with other people, and not thinking about the wider world. Human dis-connection with the natural world is one of the great themes of the 21st century.We are now experiencing… Continue reading Building Design and the Natural Environment
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What is Green Architecture ?
Green architecture is a sustainable method of green building design: it is design and construction with the environment in mind. Green architects generally work with the key concepts of creating an energy efficient, environmentally friendly house. The natural ecology of the planet should be the macro model for architects to use as a model for… Continue reading What is Green Architecture ?
Function and Facts of 3D Printed Housing
3D printing gives the world instant access to goods. And because of consumers’ desires for customization married with instant gratification, it is becoming more and more popular. The first 3D-printed bridge has opened for foot and bicycle traffic in the Netherlands. Scientists have 3D printed internal organs, prosthetic legs, custom shoes, packaging, product development models,… Continue reading Function and Facts of 3D Printed Housing
Disrupting Construction with Digital Design
Your project is about to begin. You’ve spent months on the design, pricing, and hiring a contractor and an architect. And now the real work begins. Your timeline shows the construction phase to last 18 months. And that’s the timeline that your budget is riding on. It’s a complete chess game now to make sure… Continue reading Disrupting Construction with Digital Design