Buildings are foremost a means of shelter. The essential structure was originally the roof—an assembly of wood, masonry, or metal that kept out natural elements. Modern technologies improve this effort. We use new roof materials and water shedding methods that …
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Design solutions can prevent death and injury in volcano areas, particularly in low-income areas that rely on cheap materials and design methods. These considerations are vital when planning out a community, arranging societal connections, and especially for people unable to …
Stable Shapes Design for Stretching Forces Resonant Frequency Strong Connections Sturdy Site Location Utilities & Fire Considerations Earthquakes are very rare. Most people don’t take the threat seriously. People in third-world countries are more concerned about fire and crime, …
Every designer needs to understand the steps toward creation. There is no perfect design method. Some architects design by solving problems while others rely on intuition. Each project presents different needs and each designer is different. But there is always …
Control Access & Visibility Make Property Private Be Able To See Everything Prevent From Getting Inside Use More Lighting Appear Occupied Stay Armed and Ready Security System Simple architecture helps stop burglaries and break-ins. You don’t need an expensive alarm …
Lighting by Room Activity Types of Light Sources Determine Daylight Needs How to Use Windows Qualities of Light Creating a Lighting Scheme Controls Space is defined by light. “Architecture is the masterly, correct and magnificent play of masses brought together …
Shading Windows The amount of energy spent on heating and cooling homes can be severely reduced by using simple design techniques. Building materials and structural design greatly impact the temperature inside a space. A building can use the power of …
1.Let in the light! Light in an average room is three times darker than outside. The eye is remarkable for its ability to compensate for low lighting, so you don’t even notice. But the eye gets tired three times quicker …
Wave depth– The ocean waves you see at the beach are caused by wind and are therefore shallow. Deeper water further out the ocean moves slower and have little affect on the waves that hit shore. Their height and width …