The News 19/12/2024
A screen partition, known as "Ping Feng" (屏风) in Chinese, is a traditional piece of furniture that has played an essential role in Asian architecture and interior design for centuries. Its functions extend beyond practicality, offering aesthetic, cultural, and symbolic value.
Glass curtain wall systems are vertical exterior facades designed to shield buildings from environmental elements like wind and rain. These non-structural cladding systems often enhance the building's aesthetics while providing functional benefits such as insulation and energy efficiency. The exterior can be entirely glass or combined with materials like stone, aluminum, or photovoltaic panels for additional features.
Trúc Chỉ is a creative type of handcrafted paper from Vietnam that combines traditional papermaking techniques with modern artistic innovations. This paper is not only functional but also holds high aesthetic and cultural value. So, what is Trúc Chỉ, and where does it originate? Let’s explore this unique art form in detail below.
Color temperature, measured in kelvin (K), is a critical concept in lighting, photography, and other visual fields. It defines the hue of light emitted by a source and its perceived warmth or coolness. A basic understanding of this phenomenon helps us optimize lighting conditions for various applications, ensuring aesthetic and functional requirements are met.
The phrase “门当户对” (mén dāng hù duì), often translated as "a well-matched marriage," is widely recognized in Chinese culture. It signifies compatibility in family background and social conditions. But did you know this concept has roots in traditional Chinese architecture? Let’s delve into its origin, meanings, and the fascinating architectural elements that inspired it.
Ming tiles (明瓦, míng wǎ) are a captivating example of ancient craftsmanship and ingenuity in East Asian architecture. These unique translucent sheets, often made from clam shells or sheep horn, were a precursor to modern glass, offering light and elegance to the homes of the wealthy before glass became widely available. Let’s explore the rich history, craftsmanship, and cultural significance of Ming tiles.
Anti-slip ratings for tiles, known as R-values, are determined through the Oil Wet Ramp Test. In this test, a person wearing cleated safety boots walks on an oiled ramp, with the angle adjusted until they slip. This angle generates the R-value, which indicates the tile's slip resistance.
The News 19/12/2024
A screen partition, known as "Ping Feng" (屏风) in Chinese, is a traditional piece of furniture that has played an essential role in Asian architecture and interior design for centuries. Its functions extend beyond practicality, offering aesthetic, cultural, and symbolic value.
The News 16/12/2024
Glass curtain wall systems are vertical exterior facades designed to shield buildings from environmental elements like wind and rain. These non-structural cladding systems often enhance the building's aesthetics while providing functional benefits such as insulation and energy efficiency. The exterior can be entirely glass or combined with materials like stone, aluminum, or photovoltaic panels for additional features.
New Material 16/12/2024
Trúc Chỉ is a creative type of handcrafted paper from Vietnam that combines traditional papermaking techniques with modern artistic innovations. This paper is not only functional but also holds high aesthetic and cultural value. So, what is Trúc Chỉ, and where does it originate? Let’s explore this unique art form in detail below.
The News 13/12/2024
Color temperature, measured in kelvin (K), is a critical concept in lighting, photography, and other visual fields. It defines the hue of light emitted by a source and its perceived warmth or coolness. A basic understanding of this phenomenon helps us optimize lighting conditions for various applications, ensuring aesthetic and functional requirements are met.
The News 11/12/2024
The phrase “门当户对” (mén dāng hù duì), often translated as "a well-matched marriage," is widely recognized in Chinese culture. It signifies compatibility in family background and social conditions. But did you know this concept has roots in traditional Chinese architecture? Let’s delve into its origin, meanings, and the fascinating architectural elements that inspired it.
The News 10/12/2024
Ming tiles (明瓦, míng wǎ) are a captivating example of ancient craftsmanship and ingenuity in East Asian architecture. These unique translucent sheets, often made from clam shells or sheep horn, were a precursor to modern glass, offering light and elegance to the homes of the wealthy before glass became widely available. Let’s explore the rich history, craftsmanship, and cultural significance of Ming tiles.
The News 09/12/2024
Anti-slip ratings for tiles, known as R-values, are determined through the Oil Wet Ramp Test. In this test, a person wearing cleated safety boots walks on an oiled ramp, with the angle adjusted until they slip. This angle generates the R-value, which indicates the tile's slip resistance.
The News 09/12/2024
The Pantone Color Institute recently announced the color Mocha Mousse, codenamed Pantone 17-1230, as the color of the year 2025. Mocha Mousse is reminiscent of a cool glass of chocolate ice cream, but brown also has a warm feeling , elegant and intimate.
The News 04/12/2024
While most bridges allow roads to pass over water, this one allows water to pass over a road.
The News 28/11/2024
Stainless steel, also known as inox, corrosion-resistant steel (CRES), and rustless steel, is an alloy of iron that is resistant to rusting and corrosion. It contains iron with chromium and other elements such as molybdenum, carbon, nickel and nitrogen depending on its specific use and cost
The News 28/11/2024
Stainless steel, also known as inox, corrosion-resistant steel (CRES), and rustless steel, is an alloy of iron that is resistant to rusting and corrosion. It contains iron with chromium and other elements such as molybdenum, carbon, nickel and nitrogen depending on its specific use and cost
The News 26/11/2024
Weathering steel, often referred to by the generic label COR-TEN steel and sometimes written without the hyphen as corten steel, is a group of steel alloys developed to eliminate the need for painting by forming a Stable rust on the outside.
The News 04/10/2024
Brooklyn’s Bergen project puts stormwater management in plain site with waterfalls and permeable gardens.
The News 04/10/2024
Initiative 99’s game-changing concepts are set to serve Austin’s homeless and inspire global solutions.
The News 04/10/2024
Foster + Partners demonstrates how to make a walkable city in Kuwait using advanced GIS software.
The News 04/10/2024
Material Acts: Experimentation in Architecture and Design Exhibition inspires designers to consider materials before and after architecture.
The News 04/10/2024
International competition drew more than 600 entries from architects around the world.
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