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NCARB releases statement on AI and the future of the architectural profession

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The National Council of Architectural Registration Boards ( NCARB ) has announced a consensus opinion regarding the regulation of artificial intelligence technology and its future impact on the architectural profession. NCARB emphasized that while advancements in AI and computational design are providing a.

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Transforming Site Surveys with 360-Degree Video Technology

ArchDaily

This information is vital for making informed decisions that harmonize with the environment and comply with local zoning regulations, building codes and environmental standards. Traditionally, these surveys have relied on manual measurements with tape measures, basic photographs, and, more recently, expensive laser scanning.

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How Breathable Should Facades Be? Exploring Permeability and Impermeability in Building Envelopes

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Building technologies of the past rarely managed, however, to create a complete separation between us and the outside world. This article explores the differences between these two contrasting approaches, exploring how building facades are equipped to regulate indoor comfort and its environmental impact. Read more »

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Empowering Thermal Comfort Through Smartphone Technology in HVAC Systems

ArchDaily

And although the human body has temperature regulation mechanisms, such as sweating and vasodilation, sometimes we need additional help to achieve thermal comfort. Courtesy of Hitachi Air Conditioning Heating and cooling buildings have always been two of the most important challenges in ensuring indoor user comfort.

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Wildfires, Climate Change, and the Architecture of Resilience

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Zoning regulations should consider the natural landscape and the potential for wildfires. New technologies present opportunities for enhancing the resilience of buildings. Embracing these technologies can help us design safer and more resilient structures.

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Journey to Energy Efficiency: 10 Spanish Homes Applying Bioclimatic Strategies and Designs

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What design, material, and/or technological strategies can be developed to achieve interior comfort while also addressing the climate crisis? Read more »

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Building the Future: The Rise of Modular Construction in the Middle East

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© Marc Goodwin | Expo 2020 Modular construction is a process in which a building is constructed away from its actual site, within controlled factory settings, using identical materials, and adhering to a set of codes and regulations. Read more »