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The New Year is always a time when people take a moment to assess their goals, priorities, and objectives for the coming 12 months. In the world of commercial real estate, this often involves taking a look at w...

Home construction requires meticulous attention to detail to ensure it can withstand wear and tear for an extended period. It requires the help of professionals to choose which materials would be suitable for s...

Many people have heard of plywood, but what’s an OSB board, and why will it benefit your project? This short guide will walk you through everything you need to know about OSB boards. What Does OSB Mean? O...

Decorative metal sheets are welded onto architectural structures to add decoration and rigidity. This section will discuss the advantages and disadvantages of using decorative metal sheets on one's house, offi...

In the battle of galvanized steel vs. stainless steel, which comes out on top? Plain steel corrodes and is susceptible to the elements. So it’s modified into many forms in order to withstand the elements. The...

The cement industry is a large and important one and in terms of production, it ranks fourth in the world, behind iron ore, coal, and petroleum. Despite that, there is still a lot that is not known about this i...

The term "sustainability" has become the latest buzzword in several consumer industries. We’ve all read articles about the sustainability of various systems, products, activities, or even energy innovation in...

No matter where you are or what your style is, there are so many different materials that can come into play when decorating or even laying down the groundwork for your home. And when it comes to sustainability...

Understanding the different types of metal that are available and how they’re used has broad implications. For example, maybe you have an industrial project requiring catches and latches, or you might be manu...

Marble is a natural stone that has been used for centuries in various architectural designs. It is popular because it comes in so many different shapes, colors, and textures. Marble is one of the few stones tha...

The current global health situation - and the threat of new outbreaks in the future - has transformed the architecture and design world, with the need for hygiene-friendly features coming to the fore. As stated...

Whether you are renovating an office building or remodeling a new home, there is no denying that there are a lot of decisions to make when it comes to interior design. We all know the importance of choosing the...

Refractory materials are used both in industry, in solid protective materials during the production process, and in households. What are the characteristics of refractories? How are they classified and what are...

If you look at the human body or that of an animal, you will notice similarities in that they both have skeletons. Under all the skin, hide, and meat is a skeleton that holds everything together. The same appl...

Are you renovating your current home or building a new one? If so, you’re probably spending some time thinking about what home building materials you want to use.  When choosing home building materials, you ...

Composite materials are rising high in today's architectural world. What are they? On an advanced level, they're an engineered chemical mixture. Composites turn an ordinary substance into a stronger and more ...

Most experts agree the future of sustainable design depends on sourcing high-quality and environmentally-friendly building materials at every stage of the process. Sustainability matters not just for new deve...

The world is evolving into a more environmentally-friendly community and with good reason. Choosing materials for any task in life is an important one in regards to the sustainability for anything we use. You ...

Architecture is forever evolving, and popular designs have always been influenced by the industry and what technological advances are available. In the 1950s, we saw a surge in mid-century modern design because...

Cambridge-based firm Matter Design Studio has teamed up with CEMEX Global R&D to realize these seemingly ‘weightless’ concrete forms that can be easily moved with the hands. The mysterious knowledge sur...

When it comes to designing a building, there are many different materials that you can use. Many opt for wood or brick for the frame of the building while others opt for steel. Steel is not the most common buil...