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Zaha Hadid sets sights on London skyline
Zaha Hadid is hoping to make her mark on the London skyline by moving into high-rise commercial development in the capital.Hadid is best known for designing public buildings in the UK and overseas but the woman behind the Olympics’...
Building Products
Timik Developments and Boral Midland Brick attain 10 Star energy rating
Boral Midland Brick's Milano face brick is featured in a 10 Star purpose built house in Western Australia which has achieved the highest energy rating currently possible in Australia. Like all other states, sustainability is...
Building Products
Eco-Friendly Building Materials
Part of the whole green building concept, Eco-friendly building materials are a key component of any Earth-friendly construction project. Starting with site selection and building design, each facet of these Eco-friendly projects is created emphasizing minimal impacts to the...
Building Products
Miller Construction chosen for Aberdeen’s Robert Gordon University
Robert Gordon University in Aberdeen has appointed Miller Construction as the main contractor on the next phase masterplan to develop its Garthdee campus. Miller Construction was one of five companies that participated in thecompetitive tender for...
Building Products
Foam Reinforced Accessories
Royal's foam backed designer window casings and outside corner posts provide excellent rigidity and impact resistance and come in a wide selection colors. Add the distinctive crowing touch.If you’re as passionate about your home as...
Civil Engineering
Data Miners Dig for Corrosion Resistance
A better understanding of corrosion resistance may be possible using a data-mining tool, according to Penn State material scientists. This tool may also aid research in other areas where massive amounts of information exist. In data...
Civil Engineering
Radar Checks Buildings After Earthquakes
Recent advances in ground-penetrating radar, GPR , could be used to help structural engineers and conservationists assess the stability of historic buildings or buildings affected by earthquakes that otherwise appear sound. Writing in the International Journal...
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