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Could ‘smart’ building facades heat and cool buildings?

BD+C

Could ‘smartbuilding facades heat and cool buildings? 0 dbarista Tue, 06/18/2024 - 15:58 Building Technology A promising research project looks at the possibilities for thermoelectric systems to thermally condition buildings, writes Mahsa Farid Mohajer, Sustainable Building Analyst with Stantec.

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CRE professionals have increased interest in embodied carbon accounting, smart buildings

BD+C

Interest in embodied carbon accounting and smart buildings is growing among commercial real estate professionals, according to a recent survey by the STO Building Group.

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Town Hall and Library by CWP Coloured Wood Products | Manufacturer references

Architonic

This bright and smart building welcomes town’s citizens to avail of multiplicity services. Lempäälä modern new Town Hall with plenty of offices, business units and a library. CWP’s modern birch veneer in natural colour tone LN is an excellent choice to bring out Scandinavian Design and modern vision in eco-conscious way.

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Building automation systems: All you need to know about intelligent buildings

Building and Interiors

Many brands manufacture splendid WiFi-enabled, IoT technology laced devices, and smart home appliances such as air conditioners, refrigerators, dishwashers, etc. In order to maintain sustainable and smart home automation systems, we need plumbing systems that integrate well with the rest of the building. Changeable.

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From Timeless Materials to High-Tech Hybrids: A New Era in Architecture and Construction

Architizer

The new project, which continues this tradition using local labor and materials, also includes modern elements like advanced glazing, reinforced concrete and manufactured fittings to meet international standards. This combination reduces construction time and enhances precision, which is crucial for integrating hybrid materials.

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Unlocking Sustainability: Smart Access in the Coworking Space

BD+C

Unlocking Sustainability: Smart Access in the Coworking Space 1 kcichowicz Wed, 07/17/2024 - 10:52 Office Buildings Smart building technologies, including modern access control systems, are transforming coworking spaces by advancing sustainability initiatives and offering new ways to create and operate efficient working spaces.

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Cutting-Edge Innovations in Wood-Frame Construction

Santa Cruz Architect

Components of wooden structures are manufactured in controlled factory environments and then transported to the construction site for assembly. Smart Building Integration The integration of smart building technologies into wood-frame construction is transforming the way buildings function and are managed.