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3D-Printed Neighborhoods: Mass Production for Affordable Housing

The Constructor

3D-printed neighborhoods represent a revolutionary approach to housing construction, using large-scale additive manufacturing technology to rapidly produce durable, sustainable homes at a fraction of traditional costs. As affordable housing shortages intensify globally, 3D printing is […]

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CELLULAR LIGHTWEIGHT CONCRETE?FLY ASH BASED

The Constructor

It has many advantages when compared to the normal conventional concrete. The density is considerably reduced by using fly ash based cellular lightweight concrete than normal concrete and at the same time, the strength is not affected by appropriate design mix.

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TYPES OF CONCRETE MIX DESIGN

The Constructor

Nominal Mixes In the past the specifications for concrete prescribed the proportions of cement, fine and coarse aggregates. However, due to the variability of mix ingredients the nominal concrete for a given workability varies widely in strength.

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THIN SHELL CONCRETE STRUCTURE?TYPES & FORMS

The Constructor

Advantages of Concrete Shells Like the arch, the curved shapes often used for concrete shells are naturally strong structures, allowing wide areas to be spanned without the use of internal supports, giving an open, unobstructed interior.

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RESIDENTIAL BUILDING SITE PLANNING

The Constructor

Residential house site should be located away from the busy commercial roads. Nearness of schools, hospitals, market, etc. are considered good for residential site but these facilities do not carry any significance in the selection site for other public buildings. Good foundation soil should be available at responsible depth.

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Bengal Natural House Survives Cyclone

Natural Building

When Cyclone Amphan tore through Bengal, India, Linus Kendall and Rupsa Nath’s house, built with mud, thatch and bamboo sustained minimal damage. Other houses in the vicinity suffered broken window panes or missing tin sheds, but their unique home stood tall. Linus Kendall shared these details about their house, built in 2017. “I

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Free Interior Design Softwares

The Constructor

The work of an interior designer draws upon many disciplines including environmental psychology, architecture, product design, and traditional decoration (aesthetics and cosmetics). Today, interior designers must be attuned to architectural detailing including floor plans, home renovations, and construction codes.

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