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Hibiscus Building | Caparroz Arquitectura

ArchiDiaries

The hibiscus building starts from the search to subordinate planning and technology to a varied and flexible adaptation of the built environment to the individual. Most houses currently being built are architectures diagrammed by orders established in another era and according to other needs.

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Why are HVAC systems the backbone of buildings?

Building and Interiors

These systems may use fresh air from external surroundings to regulate temperature and humidity. In research by Environmental Protection Agency, poor air quality was the largest factor for environment-related sickness. An HVAC System Diagram- Layout Plan. A VRF HVAC system diagram. HVAC system diagram- working principle.

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A4 Spotlight: The Increasing Importance of Street Trees

A4 Architects

Street Trees – Diagram Furthermore, the shade provided by street trees is a natural and effective means of temperature regulation. By strategically planting trees to shade buildings, sidewalks, and roads, cities can reduce the absorption of solar radiation, thereby maintaining cooler outdoor environments.

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11 Essential Electrical Safety Tips for DIY Home Renovations

The Architecture Designs

Understand the basics of electrical circuits, including how to read circuit diagrams and identify the different components of a circuit. Keep regular checks for maintaining compliance with safety regulations and electrical codes. Familiarize yourself with fundamental electrical concepts, such as voltage, current, resistance, and power.

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Competitions: Design Competition of International Islands and the Future Residence

Bustler

Meanwhile, with the aim of improving the environment of Jiangdong New Area and shaping better human habitat, the Design Competition of International Islands and the Future Residence is formally released, and we sincerely invite all global excellent design teams to join in! The site area of the plot is about 15939.9㎡. Competition Judges.

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University of Southern California presents 10 architecture student projects

Deezen

"USC Architecture is a dynamic platform for educating and inspiring 'citizen architects' to analyse problems and create design solutions that both respond to the challenges of our time and embrace the promise of a better built environment. What if buildings are just as much characters in the built environment as the people who occupy them?

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"Architects must reject the 'follow your passion' narrative and see ourselves as workers"

Deezen

Despite their decrees to "unplug", or "not work too much", or "make sure we don't burn out", there are always exceptions: one last edit, one last person to the rendering, one last diagram, one last tiny massing tweak that trickles down to every page of the presentation. We – as designers of the built environment – have little or no leverage.

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