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Words of the Week
Crenellation: A sequence of alternating raised and lowered wall sections at the top of a high exterior wall or parapet. Crenellations were originally employed for defensive purposes (one could hide behind a raised wall section, while shooting down at enemies from over a lowered wall section), but were later used for decoration. Also known as a battlement.
Pergola: A garden structure built up over a path or narrow terrace, lined with evenly spaced columns or posts that support a wooden-framed roof without sheathing. Often, vines are trained around the wooden framework of a pergola, and the pergola may lead from one building to another.
Archademia RESILIENT FLOORING -Resilient flooring is a loose, catch-all term that refers to floor coverings that occupy a middle ground between soft floors (such as carpeting) and hard floors (such as stone or hardwood). -Resilient flooring is defined by the experts at the Resilient Floor Covering Institute (RFCI) as flooring that is firm, yet has a “give or bounce back.” -Thus, carpeting is not resilient flooring because it has “give” but is not firm. -Hardwood flooring is not a resilient floor because it is firm but has little “give.” Some floor coverings that fit this definition escape the resilient category. -With its fiberboard core and foam underlayment, laminate flooring provides both firmness and “spring.” Yet it is considered to be a hard floor covering.
Rubber Flooring Linoleum Flooring
Pros -Durable: Some linoleum installed over a century ago is still wearing strong. -Flexible: Resilient flooring bridges slight bumps and gaps. -Inexpensive: One type of resilient flooring, vinyl, is consistently the cheapest floor covering you can buy. Cons -Indentation: Small pressure points, such as table legs or appliance feet, can permanently indent resilient flooring. -Inconsistent Value: Resilient flooring is all over the map when it comes to perceived buyer value. Even within the sub-category of vinyl, you can install high-quality, premium luxury vinyl brands such as Mannington, Shaw, or Karndean or low-quality (but cheap) vinyl squares that may peel away long before they wear down.
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SELF HEALING CONCRETE
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3D PRINTED GRAPHENE
Graphene, considered one of the strongest artificial materials in the world, contains physical properties that render its applications near-limitless. However, since it physically manifests itself as sheets or flakes, it becomes difficult (though not impossible) when used on construction. Though very much at the nascent stage, the possibility of using 3D-printed graphene in construction was strengthened by a paper published by three MIT engineers, which mentioned a three-dimensional structure that potentially had the ability to be 10 times as strong as steel, and 5% the weight of it too, if built with 3D-printed graphene.
‘Beach and Howe’ tower, Vancouver by BIG Architects
Materialistico
-Commonly used across the building industry, concrete’s ubiquity is perhaps only matched by the frequency with which it cracks. That is to say, a lot. -A concrete with the capabilities to patch over its own fractures would undoubtedly be a boon to the building industry, eliminating cracks, repairs, and leaks, along with the need for damp-proofing. Strangely enough, however, the idea of a self-healing concrete has been around since ancient Rome, where it was used underwater, but modern approaches are comparatively more sophisticated.
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Extreme Architecture
Most people don’t typically think of architecture as a radical career choice, but some of the structures built by extreme architects couldn’t be described any other way.
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In order to achieve new heights, it’s necessary for architecture to have a solid grounding in math and engineering reality. Extreme architects might design buildings to withstand natural disasters or Arctic winters, or just to be more ecologically friendly than ever before. Architects have even partnered with the NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory to design a modular structure for the lunar south pole. Architects learn from the studying the world around them, sometimes finding ideas in unlikely places. Architect Eugene Tssui, for instance, designed a San Francisco house meant to withstand earthquakes by studying the tardigrade, a micro-animal known for being almost indestructible. After looking at the tardigrade, Tssui chose a curved design to protect against wind and round windows that are 200 times stronger than a regular rectangular window. Firms like M-Rad rely on social and environmental knowledge to create unique structures. Some of the extreme architecture designs listed on their web page include a structure made of 3-D printed materials and an amusement park powered by renewable energy.
Becoming an architect takes a great deal of time and dedication. Extreme architects don’t just study design; they also have to have an in-depth understanding of construction and engineering. Becoming an architect is a three-step process that can be roughly be broken down as follows: 1. Earn a professional degree in architecture. 2. Gain experience through an internship program. 3. Pass the Architect Registration Examination. Extreme architects especially require advanced skills in STEM-related fields to make their designs a reality. In 34 states, practicing architects are required to hold a degree from a school accredited by the National Architectural Accrediting Board. University of Texas, San Antonio, Morgan State University, and Norwich University are just a few schools that fit the criteria.
What Do Extreme Architects Earn?
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, general architects made a median salary of $76,100 in 2015. Architecture isn’t an easy field to break into, and most extreme architecture projects are headed by highly experienced professionals. If you have a technical mind and like to think outside of the box, however, this might be the career for you.
https://www.stemjobs.com/job-spotlight-extreme-architects/
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The final sequel to the Travel series you have been reading for the past 2 editions. As mentioned in the earlier edition in February, This would be the most interesting part of my whole journey. Ever seen “The perfect Skyline”? Well, The Dubai Creek Harbour, Where the upcoming Tallest tower in the world would be constructed, you have a beautiful view of the entire skyline of Dubai with the current tallest building Burj Khalifa in the center just as asymmetric as it should be. One must see it in person to experience the real beauty, not only the presence of a harbour makes it dramatic, but the whole area is a picnic spot, and during sunsets, the photographers would be ready with their cameras waiting for the perfect golden hour opportunity. The best thing about Dubai? Coexistence of different nationalities and living in harmony as close friends. That’s the best thing I’ve seen here. And of course, the rapid development for its residents and tourists. All in all, a phenomenal experience. You need to visit at least once to experience its real beauty. Thank you for your patient reading of my article, Until then, Adios! - Abrar Ul Haque, 4th Year, B.Arch
Photo frames are beautiful, it is a traditional way to keep the memories which are close to our heart by displaying it on a wall, a bedside table, etc. But, what about a 150-metre tall Photo frame where you can go atop the frame and have a breakfast with a spectacular ariel view of the city? The structure is the latest in the city’s line of eye-catching megaprojects, offering up panoramic views of the skyline while framing views of iconic buildings such as the Burj Khalifa for visitors and residents all across the city.
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