Back in the 80’s facade was like a new kid on the block, with changing notions of building design today it is here to stay and amaze. The human body is made up of six different elements, if we were to use that as a metaphor for new age construction, the facades would serve as […]
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High Rises Inception and the Path Ahead
In a new world where technology and innovation are the key words, sky rises are an answer to address a myriad of issues including the increasing population. Architecture is all about form and function. But when you look at the city skyline, it seems to represent individual ambitions and dreams which keep soaring higher and […]
The Creative Essentials
Architecture and aesthetics are important elements of the built environment we are a part of. Ace Update speaks to three different professionals to understand their point of view. The genesis of architecture indicates the evolution of the human mind. And in the broader sense, it represents the human civilization itself. It also serves as an […]
Constructive demand for high-rise buildings
The concept of tall or high-rise buildings featuring strong in diverse geography of India. Perhaps, it is gaining popularity and striding space with India’s increasing role in global economic growth as large multinationals are setting up offices in India. With intermittent urbanisation and migration of population towards metro cities, most of them are now in […]
Green Structures top priority in building New India
India is leading the green building movement in the Asia Pacific region, with maximum number of LEED projects, and, most importantly, now, this has become an emerging trend for making of New India. The new government under Modi 2.0 is promisingly working on making New India with a meaningful approach of green and safer environment. […]
Resilient structures lead to sustainable airports
Deploying advanced technology will improve passenger flow through airports thereby increasing capacity. Aviation is one of the fastest moving sectors globally with phenomenal growth rates across different sectors. This phenomenal growth rate has in turn forced the Airport Operators, Architects, Planners to think miles ahead as to what lies ahead of them post the completion […]
Towards ecological, rapid construction
Adequate use of innovative techniques, materials are imperative for building roads and bridges faster and better. The road sector produces the highest level of greenhouse gas, directly, through fossil energy used in mining, transportation, paving works and indirectly through the emissions coming from vehicles. Environmental laws are getting stricter in order to reduce the air […]
Developments fuelling urban transportation
Metro rail is increasingly gaining acceptance as a modern and efficient means of transportation. Metro rail is an indispensable aspect in modern transportation system. It is fast becoming an essential feature in the integrated transport system in almost every major city across the globe. The pace of urbanisation and migration of population into cities has […]
Sustainable design prevents depletion of resources
Architecture and design play a crucial role in creating any human settlement respecting solar movement, natural resources and material application. Energy efficiency can serve as a stepping stone for green growth, eco-efficiency, and sustainable development. A well-conceived energy efficiency strategy enables to improve living standards. An energy-efficient building reduces maintenance and utility costs, also improving […]
Smart Cities: hope glimmers amid roadblocks
Realising the need for physical, social and economic infrastructure to enhance livability, government introduced the ambitious Smart City Mission. The urban renewal and retrofitting program has a mission to develop 100 cities across India making them citizen-friendly and sustainable. The country hinges hope that the initiative would not just drive economic growth but also improve […]