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The mighty zone tool – poetry in BIM-ming

DebunkTheBIM

I’ve been besotted by ArchiCAD’s ‘zone tool’ lately. I had not always been a fan of it, early in my career, seriously disliked it even, mainly because of its ugly, big zone-stamp. That was when I was still working and thinking as an ‘architect’ and the aesthetics of the drawings I produced were high in life’s priorities.

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Deanestor lands another deal with Morrison

Construction Enquirer

Both projects are for Aberdeen City Council, and are with main contractor Morrison and delivery authority Hub North Scotland. The fitout went very well – from the technical drawings produced by Deanestor at the early stages to the high standard of workmanship in the factory and on site. The architects are Halliday Fraser Munro.

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How to Draw a House Plan Step by Step

CivilJungle

How to Draw a House Plan Step by Step? You should know the right process to draw a house plan before you start drawing a plan on paper. Drawing a house plan takes much more effort and patience than doing other things. Basics: Before preparing a perfect plan to draw some decisions need to be taken.

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15 Different Types of Cement and Their Uses

CivilJungle

Ordinary Portland Cement (OPC): The main use of ordinary Portland cement (OPC) is in masonry work. The main uses of Portland pozzolana cement are marine construction, hydraulic structures , dam construction, seashore construction, etc. The another main factor of using rapid hardening cement is its high strength. #6.

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Best Pool House Designs | Do I Need a Permit for a Pool House | What Is the Average Size of a Pool House

CivilJungle

The main reason for all the best pool plans is a unique place close to the pool where you can turn, go to the washroom, take a cool drink, bathe, rest, prepare food, and enjoy yourself with close ones. The pool house will be sufficient to contain more drawing room. On-floor paved cement pool and sealed free zone.

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All About Pony Wall | What Is a Pony Wall | Uses of Pony Wall | Pros and Cons of Pony Wall

CivilJungle

The pony walls can be looked at in each place of the residence, from the main gate to the washroom to the living room, separating prominent areas into shorter ones and caring clear, fresh air and a wall commonly available as save siding at the upper of the stairway. Also Read, How to Draw a House Plan Step by Step. Child Space.

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Transforming shopping malls into 21st century neighborhoods

BD+C

With the State of California encouraging housing development in commercial zones, these projects are prime opportunities for alleviating the housing crisis. RedBird is now UT Southwestern’s largest outpatient location beyond their main campus.

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