How to build a Smart Home with Internet of Things?
In the last two decades it has been noticed that computers, cell phones, cars, HAVC systems and numerous other devices have developed into smarter and more resourceful but our buildings are more or less
Embodied Carbon in Our Future Cities
Innovative planning for cities of the future is essential. Cities are the solution to responsible habitation as issues of the environment gain increasing importance. Even early at planning stages, cities, districts
A Case Study for Vertical Sustainable Urbanism
This paper explores a range of design principles for achieving a socially sustainable residential community in a very tall environmentally responsive building. The goal of this study is the exploration of possibilities
Psycho-Analysis of Tall Building Habitants in Mumbai
India is poised to embrace high-rise buildings as it leaves behind traditional low-rises to make room the growing population. Due to the re-development boom, a substantial part of Mumbai's population
Rethinking the Skyscraper in the Ecological Age: Design Principles for a New High-Rise Vernacular
This paper investigates tall buildings from an aesthetic and social, as well as commercial and environmental viewpoints; as contributing elements in the fabric of a city. Against a backdrop of the large-scale
Sustainable Infrastructure Development, Based on Low-cost, Eco-friendly Cement and Bricks Technology, Must to Take Forward ‘Make in India’ Initiative
As economy, particularly the manufacturing sector, is getting ready for a major push under "Make in India" initiative of the government, the need for sustainable infrastructure development
Dawning of the Supertall
A Potain MR 415 helped build the world's tallest residential tower in New York City, reports Damian Joseph. When lifting at heights up to nearly 427 m (1,400 ft), it's all about line speed. Such was the
Equipment Makers Bracing Up For High-rise Construction
The restricted and limited availability of construction area in metro, non-metro cities and peripheral areas is resulting in increased proliferation of vertical constructions. P.P. Basistha takes a look
High Rises Not A Tall Order
With 20 delivered last year and over 50 in line for completion by the next couple of years, India seems to be fully geared up for the skyscrapers as the trend of vertical development is catching up across the country
Countdown to Opening of Shanghai Tower, Second–Tallest Building in World
The countdown is on, with only a few days left until the opening of the 632-meter (2073 feet) tall Shanghai Tower, China's tallest building and the world's second-tallest. Scheduled to open in May 2015, the Tower
The Tallest 20 in 2020: Entering an Era of Mega Tall
Within this decade, we are likely to witness not only the world's first 1 kilometer-tall building but also the completion of a significant number of buildings over 600 meters (around 2,000 feet) – that's twice
Porsche Design Tower, Miami World’s First Condominium with Glass Sky Garages
World has seen the launch of ultra-luxury, 60-story 'Porsche Design Tower' at Sunny Isles Beach in Miami recently which is world's first condominiums where elevators will take residents directly to their
Absolute World Towers, Toronto
Absolute Towers is a striking example of a private/public approach to development in a city that was perhaps unaware of the extent an architectural design could impart conversation, energy, and vitality
Traditional Construction – An Energy Efficient Construction
Traditional methods of planning and construction were based on minimum energy requirement as it got evolved based on observations and experiences of many years. The concept was based on non
Shell Tube Highrise Buildings Construction
The aftermath of an earthquake manifests great devastation due to unpredicted seismic motion striking extensive damage to innumerable buildings of varying degree, i.e. either full or partial. This damage
Planning and Design of Tall Structures
Strictly Speaking any building having more than one floor is a Multi Storied Building and a building to which provision of lift is essential is Tall building. Various nomenclatures used for tall buildings are high
Sustainability of Construction Industry Through Green Building Concept
Green Building Concept is about optimum utilization of resources, reduction of Green House Gases (GHG) and minimum operational cost. Consumer perception, durability, energy consumption
Growing importance of Green Homes for a sustainable tomorrow
India has witnessed significant growth in the building sector during the past 5-6 years. Yet, many reports indicate that the growth during the next 20 years would be many-fold higher. For instance, it is
Kohinoor Hospital – 1st LEED Platinum rated Project in Asia & 2nd in the world
SSA Architects, headed by Ar. Sandeep Shikre is a leading Mumbai based Architectural firm that offers Architectural, Interior Designing and Project Management Services under one roof. The firm is a one-stop
Green Building Material – Go Eco way!
India is undoubtedly showing a tremendous growth in the development graph. The country's infrastructure is becoming an integral part of the development by the year. There are many a new cities
Latest Technology and Design Trends in Sustainable Constructions
This year would see enhanced integration of architecture and technology, be it through Building Integration modeling or Nano Technology which would help streamline Architecture and
Green Buildings : A Step Towards Sustainable Development
A normal day, for almost every Indian, starts with the worry of reaching their respective offices situated in sky-scrapers; spending the entire day in their cubicles, and then heading towards the concrete
Green Architectural Firms Around the World
Recognised as one of the top design firms globally, Perkins+Will with a count of 1000 LEED projects is acclaimed as the greenest architectural firm in the world. Founded in 1935, the firm has today spread globally
Defects in Buildings Causes and Remedies
The construction industry all around the world is getting modern, advance and growing day by day. Inspite of the development, construction industry is dealing with one major problem i.e. building defects. Structural Engineers are always
Energy Efficiency in Buildings
Energy Efficiency in Buildings (EEB) considers six markets that produce more than half of the world’s GDP and generate almost two-thirds of global primary energy: Brazil, China, Europe, India, Japan
“Green Building” Sustainability Shapes the Future of Building
The construction industry is facing a major challenge. After a significant shift in focus over the past decades towards increased energy efficiency, it now faces the challenge making the leap towards sustainability
Sustainable Architecture for India
If sustainability were to be given a shape, it would be the shape of a circle. Any aspect of living that can keep moving in a circle without interfering with objects outside this circle can be termed as sustainable, a bit like the Indian
The Tallest 20 by 2020: Entering the Era of Megatall
Within this decade, we will likely witness not only the world's first 1 kilometer-tall building but also the completion of a significant number of buildings over 600 meters (around 2,000 feet) - that
Capital City Tower Moscow
"As a pioneering project in Moscow, Capital City has forged many new pathways for the city's real estate and construction industries. Through its integrated design and engineering, the project provides
A Year in Review: Trends of 2011
In January of each year, CTBUH publishes a review of tall building construction and statistics from the previous year. The annual story is becoming a familiar one: 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, and now 2011 have
