While monsoon is a time to rejoice, it also comes with challenges! Although buildings are constructed factoring in several adversities, water ingress can potentially threaten built structures if not addressed adequately. Water leakage is a potential hazard and can cause significant damage to flooring, doors, windows, brickwork, and reinforcement bars. With concepts like sustainability and net-zero in construction gaining momentum, are we missing the basics of structural integrity? Is a process as vital as waterproofing being overlooked in modern-day construction? Let us see what experts have to offer.
Feature Story
Sustainability in roofing
Roofing, as a key component in sustainable construction, is not just about using sustainable/recycled materials. It is time to think about roofing systems beyond their aesthetic values! Let’s delve into how this can be achieved.
Building energy efficiency
With the construction industry significantly contributing to global energy consumption and CO2 emissions, adopting Net-Zero Energy Buildings is both innovative and imperative.
Sustainable living with space & culture
This story explores some of the coveted Indian projects shortlisted for the World Architecture Festival 2024 awards and how these landmarks place India on the global map. This story presents how these acclaimed architects are redefining architecture to meet the current demands of sustainable living, maximising space utilisation, integrating local culture, prioritising locally sourced materials, and elevating community living.
Materials redefining sustainable construction
This story discusses the advancements in sustainable building materials and how they are reshaping the construction landscape in India. It explores the advantages of using recycled building materials and how integrating them into construction aligns with circular economy principles. The story also discusses how Building Information Modeling (BIM) can be successfully used in sustainable material selection and building designs.
Innovating fenestration for enhanced energy efficiency and sustainability
“This story discusses how the world of fenestration has gone beyond the practical function of offering natural light and ventilation in buildings to embracing sustainability by balancing aesthetics. While fenestration components encompassing windows, doors, curtain walls, and skylights are pivotal in defining a structure's visual identity, today, they are more considered elements influencing energy efficiency and occupant comfort.”
PEB reshaping design and sustainability of high-rise buildings
This story discusses the advancements in PEB solutions and how they reshape design and sustainability in high-rise construction. It explores why PEB solutions are a superior choice for high-rise structures and elaborates on the benefits offered by the technology in terms of design and sustainability (people, planet, and profit) concerning high-rise buildings. The article also explores how PEB solutions offer architectural flexibility, customisation, precision and efficiency in design.
Concrete Becoming TechCrete
This story discusses the advancements in the concrete industry and how ready-mix concrete has revolutionised the construction industry in the last two decades. It explores how recent innovations such as automated batching systems, utilisation of AI algorithms, deployment of the Internet of Things (IoT), implementation of GPS tracking systems, and introduction of non-destructive testing methods have enhanced precision, reduced the scope for human errors, and improved accuracy in concrete technology. The story also analyses how the introduction of ready-mix concrete (RMC), high-performance admixtures, and supplementary cementitious materials (SCMs) has helped produce high-strength concrete more efficiently, improving workability and reducing labour requirements during placement.
Roads & Bridges: We need tech-advanced maintenance
This story discusses the difficulties that the monsoon poses for roads and bridges and how modern building materials and efficient maintenance techniques can increase their durability. It explores how severe rainstorms affect infrastructure and emphasises how crucial it is to implement creative fixes to guarantee the resilience and security of transport systems.
Metamorphosis of the building facade
Building facades have evolved from purely functional elements into symbols of architectural innovation and sustainability. Historically using local materials for protection and structure, facades now showcase advanced technologies and design principles.