It’s times like these we reset the clock. The Coronavirus pandemic has forced us to take stock; to determine what’s important and what’s disposable in our lives. Despite our rapidly changing world, what is evident and consistent is people’s desire to feel connected
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The ‘new normal’ - irrespective of being short- or long-term will have its influences on design. We have already seen exciting responses in the field of product design, in making new masks, handles for sanitizers, multiple-use key chains, virtual lift buttons
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Post-Covid social distancing will considerably change the landscape of commercial office and residential spaces. Unlike homes which have turned out to be safe spaces, commercial offices will face many design challenges with regard to hygiene, sanitation, densification
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For Architect & Interior Designer Umesh Sharma, co-founder of The Design Studio, concrete’s versatility allows architects the freedom to adapt it to innumerable architectural applications, which makes it not only relevant but also the most preferred building material today
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An amalgamation of expertise from varied professionals within the architect, design and construction community and financers backing the construction industry, share views on the changes anticipated post Covid-19, which has given
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Sustainable architects focus on building design and construction that lessen the impact of urban development on the environment. They create buildings that require less land development, use more environmentally friendly materials and are more energy efficient
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UNStudio presents a selection of its recent and current housing and urban projects that actively tackle the varied challenges presented by the ongoing densification of cities. Densification is one of the most urgent challenges currently facing cities all over the world
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From digging pits or installing bins in low-rise buildings, to designing separate chutes in mid and high-rises, the occupants must be conscious of proper waste disposal from their premises, writes Neelam Gupta, Director, Chembvin Industries
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Making Factories Safe Breakdowns in manufacturing plants lead to loss of production and optimum performance of the machineries. Factory/plant architects and designers must take a knowledgeable approach towards possible reasons of breakdowns
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With the advancements in material technology, contemporary substitutes like stainless steel have surfaced that aim to fulfil all the modern-day requisites of the user, while having the least negative impact on the environment
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Fibre cement boards (FCB) have been making waves in the infrastructure industry with their aesthetic appeal of wood and the durability of fibre cement. They are being considered the newest alternative with their unique characteristics
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Emergence of aluminium in the architecture industry has paved the way for its application in roofing, wall cladding, doors and windows, and in decorative creations, writes Pragun Jindal Khaitan MD, Jindal Aluminium Limited
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One of the biggest questions that are raised in the construction industry is how rapid urbanization is shaping the face of Real Estate development in India. In order for us to not lose out on an opportunity to create a better future for the coming
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Marconite - an earthing solution that lasts more than 50 years with consistent performance during its life cycle, was introduced to the Indian Industry by Inter-Tech, an earthing solutions provider set up in 2011. The company has to its credit over 30,000
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Coco Tiles are made of coconut shells. The tiles come in intricate basket weave or scalloped designs. The backer panel is made of sustainably harvested wood and finished with low VOC-resin. The tiles are easily cut and installed using adhesive and nails
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