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Six steel structure designs take home top honors at the 2024 IDEASĀ² Awards

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The results of this year’s Innovative Design in Engineering and Architecture with Structural Steel (IDEAS²) Awards have been shared by the American Institute of Steel Construction (AISC) as part of the competition’s 64th edition. A total of six projects were honored by the 2024 edition.

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Engineers develop bone-inspired concrete for stronger structures

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This innovative material resists cracking and sudden failure, making it a promising solution for more durable and long-lasting architectural structures. The study introduces a unique design that incorporates cylindrical and elliptical tubes within the cement paste. The research, led by Professor Reza Moini and Ph.D.

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Zooco creates ā€˜Brutalism over the seaā€™ with Spanish restaurant inside renovated 1970s concrete structure

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Madrid-based studio Zooco has completed an extensive renovation and extension of a 1970s concrete structure in Santander, Spain. Image credit: David Zarzoso Image credit: David Zarzoso The original concrete structure sees two square forms connected by a canopy.

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Learn to Pre-Dimension a Reinforced Concrete Structure

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Image Ā© Nelson Kon It's fundamental that architects know about structures, not only to bring their designs to reality but also to be able to discuss their projects with engineers in order to find the best solutions for construction. These important elements directly affect functionality and aesthetics of the project.

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From Silos to Iconic Spaces: 15 Projects That Repurpose Industrial Structures

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Typically cylindrical and made of reinforced concrete , these structures effectively addressed the demands and challenges of industrialization , providing a robust and economical solution for storage. These projects integrate silos into the urban environment, emphasizing their significance as part of the local collective memory.

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Heatherwick Studio tops out UK pharma hub with curving timber structure

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Heatherwick Studio has offered a construction update on its design for the UCB Windlesham Surrey Science Research Hub in the United Kingdom. In new photos released by the firm, the project's cross-laminated timber structure can be seen following its recent topping out.

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AA School of Architecture students construct timber 'Tree and Truss' structure using robotic fabrication

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A new student-led project from the Architectural Association School of Architecture (AA) that combines robotic fabrication processes with new software applications has been shared with Archinect as part of the school's Design + Make 2022-24 cohort. We design through making and aim to work with the material behavior of timber."

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