Tag: Design
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What makes building facades whistle and hum?
Building facades are not supposed to be noisy. Matthew Harrison explains why they sometimes whistle and hum – and how this can be mitigated through careful facade design. Beetham Tower in Manchester has been known to whistle and hum (Image: Dreamstime) Building facades do more to articulate an architectural expression than any other building characteristic…
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Exploring the Influence of High Quality Doors on Interior Design Aesthetics
Interior design is an artful venture that moulds the aesthetic and functionality of indoor spaces to cater to the tastes and requirements of the inhabitants. Amidst the wide spectrum of elements that contribute to a coherent and visually appealing interior design, high quality doors stand out as pivotal features that shape both the practicality and…
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How To NOT Design Your Kid’s Room – A Cautionary Tale
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I love a good cautionary tale, where you get to hear how someone else messed up their life in the name of you avoiding repeating their mistake. I hesitate to write this like I do all things where I have to go back on a design decision, but it has come up a lot with…
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103 CityPoint Showcases Daylighting Design Day and Night
Project Name: 103 CityPoint, Waltham, Massachusetts Client: BXP Development Challenge: Develop a versatile facility that integrates laboratory, cGMP manufacturing, and office spaces while meeting strict energy and design standards. Results: A visually striking, adaptable facility that maximizes natural daylight through advanced daylighting systems, creating a bright, energy-efficient space for various tenants. Product: UniQuad® Translucent Wall…
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Stylish Bathroom Ideas: New Design Trends to Consider
Bathrooms are the most frequently used rooms in the house. They are exposed to varying temperatures, steam, chemicals, and much more, day in and day out. As a result, these spaces often lose their shine and suffer from other forms of deterioration. You step into a bathroom for a quick power shower, but its dull…
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Tariffs & Trade: Shaping the Future of Metal Construction & Design
Navigating a turbulent economic landscape has become the order of the day for the metal construction industry. In a recent webinar hosted by METALCON Online, industry leaders came together to discuss the impacts of tariffs, supply chain disruptions and shifting market dynamics on the metal construction sector. With METALCON 2025 approaching, now is the time…
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Arcadis Launches ‘The Design Perspective’ to Shape Future Design
Arcadis, a global leader in intelligence-driven sustainable design, engineering, and consultancy solutions, proudly announces the launch of its first-ever design forecast, ‘The Design Perspective’. This pioneering report sets a new benchmark in the industry, offering transformative strategies and solutions to tackle the most pressing questions facing the Architecture, Engineering’, and Construction (AEC) sector today. In…
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8 Creative Ways to Incorporate Maze Design in Landscaping
Maze design isn’t only for amusement parks or seasonal cornfields. When applied thoughtfully, it can offer structure, visual intrigue, and user engagement across all kinds of outdoor environments—urban courtyards, public parks, private gardens, and even educational campuses. Here are eight practical and original ways you can apply maze design in landscape planning to maximize function,…
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5 living room design mistakes you must avoid
The mark of any good living room design is the creation of a space that feels like it’s fit for purpose. Whether you set out to create a warm and cosy reception room or a space that’s perfect for entertaining family and friends, if it doesn’t match your objectives, it’s arguably not a room for…
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Athena System Enhancements Boost Wireless Design Flexibility
Today, Lutron Electronics, a global leader in architectural lighting, window treatment, and control solutions, introduces the latest innovations to its award-winning Athena commercial control system. With smaller-than-ever architectural downlights, new wireless keypad styles, and a more powerful dashboard, Athena takes lighting performance and system reliability to the nextlevel. These enhancements expand design options and streamline…