All the latest design news for the construction sector
In the world of construction and energy efficiency, rigid polyurethane foams (RPUFs) have long been a go-to material, prized for their lightweight nature and exceptional thermal insulation properties. However, their Achilles’ heel has always been the
Xiamen Researchers Ignite Flame-Retardant Breakthrough for Polyurethane Foams Read More »
In the quest for sustainable construction, a team of researchers led by Yankai Wu from the College of Civil Engineering and Architecture at Shandong University of Science and Technology in China has developed an advanced method for optimizing concret
Shandong Team’s AI Breakthrough Slashes Concrete’s Carbon Footprint Read More »
In the heart of Kabul, a city where the ground trembles with unpredictable frequency, a critical question looms over the construction industry: what’s the best way to build safe, sustainable, and cost-effective residential buildings? A recent study p
Kabul Study Champions Steel Frames for Safer, Cheaper Earthquake-Resistant Homes Read More »
In the wake of Ukraine’s ongoing conflict and the pressing need for post-war reconstruction, a groundbreaking study offers a beacon of hope for the country’s urban development. Ilona O. Androshchuk, a researcher from Alfred Nobel University, has publ
Ukraine’s Urban Revival: Smart Cities Pave Path to Post-War Growth Read More »
In the heart of Myanmar lies Mrauk-U, an ancient city where the boundaries between urban development and nature have blurred over centuries, offering a masterclass in cultural landscape integration. A recent study published in the *Journal of Asian A
Mrauk-U’s Ancient Harmony: A Blueprint for Sustainable Urban Planning Read More »
In the heart of Sichuan, China, a unique architectural project is not only revitalizing traditional craftsmanship but also paving the way for sustainable rural regeneration. The IN BAMBOO Project, a case study in the latest issue of the *Journal of A
Sichuan’s IN BAMBOO Project Merges Tradition and Tech for Sustainable Future Read More »
In the face of escalating climate change impacts, urban flooding has emerged as a critical challenge for coastal cities worldwide. Auckland, New Zealand’s largest city, is no exception. A groundbreaking study led by Sai Meghana Annadi from Auckland U
Revolutionizing Urban Flood Resilience: Auckland’s Breakthrough Model Read More »
In the heart of Tripura, India, a groundbreaking study led by Amiya Ojha from the Department of Bioengineering at NIT Agartala is set to revolutionize the construction industry. Published in the esteemed journal ‘Exon’ (which translates to ‘Exit’ in
NIT Agartala’s Bio-Concrete Breakthrough Redefines Sustainable Construction Read More »
In the quest for sustainable construction materials, a groundbreaking study led by Tan Hailong from the Longnan Highway Development Center of Gansu Province, China, has unveiled a promising approach to predicting the compressive strength of lightweig
China’s AI Breakthrough Predicts Strength in Eco-Friendly Foam Concrete Read More »
In a groundbreaking study published in the journal *Results in Engineering* (translated from Chinese as “Engineering Results”), researchers have explored the potential of incorporating construction waste into engineered cementitious composites (ECC),
Construction Waste Transforms High-Temp ECC for Sustainable Future Read More »
