Profiles of some of the leading projects in the vertical and horizontal built environments.
Concern around climate change and a desire to construct more sustainable buildings is driving the construction industry to deliver a built environment that has less impact on the world around it. The increased use of timber in tall buildings is part of this process.
Forget the rickety backyard treehouses – these tree-based structures are lavishly designed and come packed with stunning structural and design features
A two-year-old United Nations report warned that the world needed to act to maintain its reserves of sand, with supplies already under pressure from extensive building programs. As construction activity continues after COVID-19, is the industry likely to see a shortage of one of the most essential building materials?
AEC workers rely on several essential tools to get the job done. Here, an architect shares the items he can’t live without on the job
The Bavarian capital showcases some of the most extravagant architecture in the world, from structures built in the Middle Ages to modern buildings emblematic of the German city’s rich culture
One company is refashioning its office with an eye toward remote work, while the other is designing its newest headquarters with full-time, in-person work in mind
Once the preserve of computer game designers, virtual reality technology enables architects—and their clients—get up front and personal with a building far in advance of its completion.
Wineries and bars turned to an old Italian design-build concept to serve customers during the pandemic—and its success has convinced some the idea may be here to stay
Five years ago, the U.K. voted to leave the European Union, and 18 months ago it did just that. The industry has some big concerns over a construction labour shortage as it relies on EU citizens. So what’s next for the industry?
The Red Sea Airport set to open in 2022 in Saudi Arabia aims to be equal parts luxurious and environmentally sustainable
Beantown’s charm is rooted in the city’s quaint historic places and winding, cobblestone streets – but these same characteristics make building in Boston no easy feat
The nearly $1 billion project set to be completed in 2024 will dot the city’s already-vibrant downtown with another iconic structure – and Bluebeam Revu has become the project’s essential technology
The COVID-19 pandemic seemingly spawned a topsy-turvy market for raw construction materials, but this Q&A reveals that pre-pandemic factors are also to blame
As the construction industry becomes greener and net zero buildings emerge, one company explores what it would take to create a zero carbon construction future.
In a world of increasing uncertainty and fast-moving technologies, construction firms would be wise to study the principles of change management