Building Science: Thermal Mass and Insulation’s Roles Explained
Thermal Mass and Insulation are not the same Do you still design with concrete and glass only? then…
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Building Our Circular Economy: Nature’s blueprint for building prosperity
The circular economy champions a solid principle: locally source all our building products, recycle them after their lifespan,…
The Risinger Build: Episode 2 – Benefits of Digital Building Tools
Deciphering a set of paper plans or 2D digital blueprints can be a daunting task for many individuals,…
Unlocking the Potential: Prefabricated Architecture Efficiency and Quality Insights
Explore the world of prefabricated architecture efficiency and quality through real-world examples and innovative design approaches. Discover the benefits of factory construction and streamlined assembly processes.
Post and Beam vs. Post and Plate: Which is Best for Mass Timber Projects?
Mass timber panels including cross laminated timber (CLT) have the ability to span in 2-directions, using structural properties obtained in both the major and minor panel axes. Doing so can result in a beamless system often referred to as Post and Plate (a framing configuration also used in flat plate concrete construction).
Closed-Cell Spray Foam Insulation: Is it the Right Choice for Your Build?
Today, we're diving into a topic that's sparked quite a bit of debate in the world of construction and home improvement - closed-cell spray foam insulation. Now, you might have heard about it, you might even be considering it for your next building project. But the question is, is it the right choice for you?
Thinking of Building with SIPs? Everything You Need to Know
SIPs’ ability to achieve extremely low air leakage rates demonstrates their potential to create highly energy-efficient homes. The real-world examples of achieving air tightness below 0.3 ACH50 are truly impressive and bode well for the energy-efficient housing of the future.
Renewable Energy Storage: Why Solid State Batteries are Finally Here
Solid State Batteries are here, and they have been for a while now. I believe they’re in use…
Building Crisis: Why Our Property Developers Deserve a Fighting Chance
Our Property Developers Need help. Opinion Piece by Ian Thompson, Editor, The Build Review The Changing Landscape of…
Can Rooftop Solar Panels Power the World?
Growing the world’s renewable energy capacity has always been a delicate balancing act, and one of the many…