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What Are Vernacular Technologies?

ArchDaily

Within this scope, much is said about the different vernacular techniques employed in architecture, whether it is the production of adobe bricks , thatched roofs , woven bamboo walls, among many others. However, while vernacular technique focuses on specific actions or skills, its meaning differs from vernacular technologies.

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Liu Jiakun and the Reinvention of Tradition in Chinese Architecture

ArchDaily

On one hand, modernity asserts itself in futuristic skyscrapers and cutting-edge technology; on the other, there remains a pressing need to preserve the country's rich cultural and historical heritage, reflected in ancient temples, imperial palaces, and historic cities. Read more

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The Nubian Vault: Applying Old Construction Techniques to Modern Building Problems

Architizer

Using techniques passed down through generations, the ancient people of Nubia crafted gently curving vaults that were so extraordinary and resilient to the sands of time that they have endured for millennia. One of the key drivers behind this uptick in Nubian Vault techniques being used in projects is the socioeconomic benefits.

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Cutting-Edge Craft: 8 Times CNC Technology Redefined Modern Wooden Architecture

Architizer

Nowadays, they use a mix of advanced techniques, from parametric modeling to robotic fabrication. One of these tools is CNC (Computer Numerical Control) technology a method that cuts, mills and carves materials with machine-guided precision. And for these eight projects, that’s precisely what it does.

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Your next role could be teaching design skills to high school students

Archinect

The role, based in Woodstock, Vermont, calls for an individual who is “passionate about design, technology, and education” to lead the Innovation Lab at the Woodstock Union High School and Middle School.

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Carbonized Wood: A Traditional Japanese Technique That Has Conquered the World

ArchDaily

For many, these words have come to define the architecture of Japan , a country that has long served as a source of cultural and technological inspiration for countless societies worldwide. Image © Felipe Fontecilla Ancestral, vernacular, minimalist and harmonious.

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Exploring High-Rise Innovations: 8 Conceptual Towers Redefining Urban Density from the ArchDaily Community

ArchDaily

Architects are exploring new materials , energy-efficient technologies, and spatial configurations that make towers more adaptable to their surroundings.