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Yanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
3 weeks ago
Design

Nendo Installs A Carbon-Capturing Wall In A Contemporary Japanese Home - Yanko Design

Nendo's Block-Wall House showcases a sustainable concrete alternative that captures carbon dioxide emissions, combating the environmental impact of traditional cement production. [ more ]
London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
2 months ago
Design

Five reasons why polycarbonate sheets are popular in building and construction

Exceptional strength and durability
Lightweight nature and easy installation [ more ]
designboom | architecture & design magazine
2 months ago
Design

ICON unveils the future of 3D printed architecture at SXSW

Faster construction with Phoenix 3D printer
Innovations in robotic construction and design software [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
2 months ago
UK news

Hundreds of homes evacuated in Scotland over crumbling concrete fears

Hundreds of homes evacuated in Aberdeen due to Raac materials posing a danger.
Raac, a lightweight alternative to concrete, has failed in multiple settings, prompting urgent actions. [ more ]
www.standard.co.uk
2 months ago
London

Health and Safety Executive looking at balcony collapse at multi-million pound Barking development

Balconies restricted due to safety concerns after incident in Barking
Weak glue and unsuitable materials found in initial tests on balconies [ more ]
www.npr.org
2 months ago
Europe news

A fire in the Spanish city of Valencia has killed at least 4 people

Fire in Valencia kills 4, 19 missing
Residents rescued from balconies by firefighters
Cause of fire unknown, rapidly spread due to building materials. [ more ]
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