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Architecture
Door fittings: Five of the best designs of 2020.
Door fittings are one of the most important elements of interior design. They give the first impression of the overall character of a building.
Urbanization
These cities show how to avoid traffic jams.
Traffic jams are a major problem in many cities around the world. However, some have found solutions that can also be applied elsewhere.
Urbanization
Paradises for Pedestrians: The TOP 4 Car-Free Cities Worldwide
Mobility in cities is changing. Here are 4 examples of cities that have taken important steps to become car-free.
Society
How Vienna became the most livable city in the world.
In 2022, Vienna ranked first in the Global Liveability Index published by the Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU).
Society
These are the most famous fictional doors in the world.
The following five are among the most famous fictional doors worldwide, and many people will likely remember them for a long time.
Society
On the way to a circular future: Can we recycle skyscrapers?
Increasing environmental awareness and a growing pursuit of a circular economy are leading to new recycling solutions for buildings.
Society
Why Japan has decided to build smart cities from scratch.
Whether it’s housing, social participation, or culture: smart cities are much better suited to meeting the needs of older people.
Security
The face as a boarding pass: Answers to the three most important questions.
Facial recognition technologies are increasingly being used in many areas of our lives where security is concerned.
Architecture
Pioneers of Architecture: Natalie de Blois
De Blois was involved in the design of many remarkable projects – such as those of New York landmarks of the 1950s and 1960s.
Urbanization
Virtual Playgrounds: How "Gamification" Can Help Us Solve Urban Problems.
Thanks to powerful technologies, virtual games can bring improvements to various areas of life – for example, in the city.
Architecture
Pioneers of Architecture: Minnette De Silva (1918 – 1998).
De Silva was the first female architect in Sri Lanka and is considered one of the most important representatives of modern South Asian architecture.
Architecture
Does Instagram change architecture?
Instagram has profound effects on everything: from the way businesses operate to our sense of aesthetics.
Architecture
Stage, Sound and Image: The 7 Best Concert Hall Projects in the World.
Music halls have always evolved to meet the musical spirit of the times and more demanding architectural requirements.
Architecture
The brick is making a comeback: 4 examples of impressive modern brick buildings.
Regardless of the ongoing development of building materials and construction technologies, brick is experiencing a comeback.
Architecture
Why these five schools are using architecture as an educational opportunity.
Design and architecture of educational institutions have a significant impact on the development of children.
Architecture
Pioneers of Architecture: Marina Tabassum
"You can't really call it land. It's wetness. It belongs to the river," says Marina Tabassum about the Ganges Delta in Bangladesh.
Architecture
Pioneers of Architecture: Gae Aulenti
Known as the "Grande Dame of Italian architecture," Aulenti was born in 1927 in Palazzolo dello Stella in northeastern Italy.
Architecture
Know Your Architecture: Islamic Architecture and the Five Most Beautiful Examples.
Islamic architecture had a significant influence on architectural styles worldwide and can be seen in buildings of various cultures.
Urbanization
Urban Rebirth: How These 5 Cities Brought Nature Back into the City.
The promotion and preservation of urban biological diversity is of crucial importance for creating sustainable cities.
Architecture
These 7 libraries look like they are from a fairy tale.
The following seven libraries offer a fairytale atmosphere through the classical elements of their design.
Architecture
Know Your Architecture: Neoclassical Architecture and the 5 Most Beautiful Examples.
Neoclassical architecture emerged in the late 18th century as a revival of classical Greek and Roman principles.
Architecture
Know Your Architecture: Art Nouveau Architecture and Five of the Most Beautiful Examples.
Salvador Dali described Art Nouveau as "frightening and edible beauty." Salvador Dali described Art Nouveau as "frightening and edible beauty." An art and architectural style that emerged in Europe in the late 19th and early 20th centuries and is also known as "Art Nouveau."
Architecture
The Vodafone Campus in Düsseldorf: Welcome to the ideal workplace of the future.
Vodafone Germany has created the ideal workplace of the future for its 5,000 employees in Düsseldorf, thus supporting work-life balance.
Technology
How “PropTech Real Estate” is changing the real estate sector.
To manage the development and sale of real estate under the pressure of today’s markets, PropTech is used.
Society
Why senior residences should use barrier-free access.
With a constantly aging population, the demand for new, first-class senior residences with state-of-the-art access solutions is increasing.
Society
How virtual reality will revolutionize urban life.
Virtual reality helps to revolutionize urban life towards smart cities and enables architects to make more informed decisions.
Architecture
Working in the smallest of spaces: Flexible room design makes it possible.
An urban future in which businesses and individuals can thrive requires flexible spatial design that maximizes the available space.
Technology
The most advanced toilet in the world.
In Stockholm stands "the most modern toilet in the world," thanks to a German company that has designed 50 public high-tech toilets for the capital.
Security
The growth development of a small American airport.
The small Charlottesville-Albemarle Airport in Virginia has grown significantly in recent years and has increased its passenger numbers by over 97%.
Architecture
Private yet Secure: Design of an Open-Plan Office.
Workspaces have evolved from individual offices to open-plan offices. While this is an advantage for collaboration, it is a challenge for privacy.
Architecture
How the right design methods can increase building safety.
Numerous studies show that the design of a building has the potential to reduce the risk of crime and thus increase building security.
Architecture
Why contractors are just as important as the materials.
Contractors are the central players in bringing together resources and expertise for the execution of construction projects.
Security
Urban Flooding: How Danish Cities Stay Above Water
Due to the intensifying effects of climate change, coastal cities are increasingly faced with the danger of flooding.
Architecture
These five buildings withstand earthquakes by swaying.
These five architectural masterpieces are setting new global standards in earthquake safety, both for people and for buildings.
Society
How “Creative Placemaking” can change our society.
Creative placemaking is a process that harnesses the transformative power of art and culture to create livable places.
Architecture
Seven ways artificial intelligence is revolutionizing architecture.
The introduction of AI has its hurdles. However, most experts agree that the architecture will become simpler, more efficient, and more secure as a result.
Society
How Tokyo is advancing its smart and sustainable urban development through the 2020 Olympic Games.
The Asian metropolis has undergone a citywide and comprehensive transformation to host the 2020 Olympic Games.
Architecture
Dizzying height: the Shanghai Tower demonstrates architectural possibilities.
At 632 meters tall, the Shanghai Tower is China’s tallest building and the most impressive addition to Shanghai’s breathtaking skyscrapers.
Society
Three technologies that will make apartment management easier.
Today, about one in three Americans rents an apartment. The demand for apartments and multi-family houses is at a historically high level.
Architecture
Six iconic green buildings from six continents.
Our planet is groaning under the weight of unsustainable building practices. Buildings are responsible for almost one third of greenhouse gas emissions.
Architecture
How to teach your old building to become intelligent.
Intelligent buildings are often already standard in new constructions. In old buildings, new technologies will help to retrofit them intelligently.
Urbanization
The reimagined cityscape: How electric vehicles are changing urban design.
Electric vehicles are not only changing our driving habits and our fuel consumption: Their rise is fundamentally reshaping our cities.
Architecture
Green Buildings: Advantages of Certifications for Sustainable Construction
Sustainable construction means increasing the efficiency of the use of energy, water, and all materials used for climate protection reasons.
Architecture
The Importance of Specifications in Construction Projects.
The specification created for each construction project describes the exact requirements for the building. It describes the planning as well as the products and materials that meet these requirements.
Security
The three most important security trends for residential buildings in 2024 and beyond.
As the urban population is growing rapidly, our security needs are undergoing a dynamic transformation.
Architecture
Why the life cycle assessment of your building matters.
With the help of a life cycle assessment, you can make the best decisions regarding your buildings and overcome many challenges that arise before, during, and after construction.
Security
The essential winter checklist for automatic doors and windows.
The ancient Chinese practice of Feng Shui considers doors and windows to be the most important part of a building. According to this philosophy, vital Qi energy enters buildings through them and promotes peace and harmony.
Architecture
The top 5 pavilions to visit during Expo 2020.
Since the 1850s, Expo events have been held every five years, continually providing valuable insights into solutions for some of humanity's greatest challenges.
Architecture
These 5 trends will dominate office design in 2020.
The rise of mobile work is unstoppable and inevitable. New trends in office design are expected for the year 2020.
Architecture
Singapore Changi: A look inside the best airport in the world.
At Singapore Changi Airport, not only do the architecture and facilities appear futuristic, but so does the travel experience itself.
Urbanization
Transforming Urban Landscapes: Unlocking the Potential of Park Facilities
The availability of parking spaces also poses a major challenge for sustainable urban development.
Society
How sustainable cities can promote gender equality.
On the path to a just future, the connection between sustainable urban design and gender equality is no longer an afterthought.
Security
Physical and virtual access management: Three hotels distinguished by exceptional hospitality.
In the hospitality industry, access management is important for commercial success. It makes a significant contribution to guest satisfaction and the good reputation of the industry.
Society
Office culture for employee retention: what is attractive and important for millennials.
From personalized access to the office via smartphone to IoT-controlled office lighting – digital integration keeps millennials happy.
Architecture
How five young architects are shaping modern building design.
Good career prospects for young architects, because millions of new buildings are needed worldwide due to booming population and urbanization.
Security
Physical Data Security: Why It Is Important and How It Is Secure
Despite the growing influence of cloud-stored data, physical data security will remain a fundamental component of overall data security.
Architecture
Six ways to promote health in the workplace in the construction industry.
Work on construction sites involves a variety of risks. Measures to promote health in the workplace are therefore especially important and effective.
Architecture
These 5 retirement homes dispel architectural stereotypes.
Five retirement homes around the world that stand out for their eco-friendly design, flexible access, and social spaces.
Society
Working from home is on the rise. Are offices now becoming obsolete?
Offices need to change; employees want an office that doesn’t feel like one and can seamlessly fit into their flexible lives.
Architecture
Minimalism and Maximalism: How Interior Design Styles Differ in Europe and Asia.
In Asia and Europe, minimalist and maximalist design types encompass a wide range of interior design and architectural styles.
Security
Why building maintenance is important for safety.
If building maintenance is prioritized, the results are clear: the effects are greater cost savings as well as a safer environment for users.
Society
Contactless Travel: How Air Travel Will Work After COVID-19.
After COVID-19, air traffic will experience an additional technological boost in terms of automation and digitalization.
Architecture
The 5 most breathtaking apartments in New York City.
New York City is a city of superlatives. It is one of the most expensive places in the world to live, with some of the highest real estate prices.
Security
Why maintenance schedules should be followed even with a tight budget.
Facility managers with a tight budget should not discard their maintenance plan, but rather take advantage of opportunities for cost-efficient and smooth implementation.
Society
How universities can upgrade over the summer.
Here are some ways universities can upgrade the learning process over the summer before students return in the fall.
Architecture
Step towards the future: A co-working space for blockchain startups.
Full Node remains true to the fundamental principles of blockchain and offers a shared workspace that promotes openness, transparency, and interaction.
Society
Three important aspects for the reopening of hotels after COVID-19.
Taking changed customer preferences into account makes it easier for hoteliers to win back customers when reopening their hotels after COVID-19.
Security
Three arguments for the use of patented keys.
Patented keys not only reduce risks such as unauthorized access and financial loss, but often also lower the insurance costs of buildings.
Society
Why product training is important for company-wide success.
Product training unlocks a company's most important business resource: an excellent reputation and satisfied customers who keep coming back.
Architecture
What makes door fittings and accessories so important.
Door fittings and accessories are quite literally pivotal points when it comes to protection, security, and the aesthetic appearance of an apartment.
Architecture
The Circle: An intelligent micro-city at Zurich Airport.
The Circle is the largest commercial development in Switzerland to date and includes many highly innovative retail and gastronomy concepts.
Society
Much more than just hand disinfection: How COVID-19 is changing the future of work.
There have already been many discussions about the impact of new technologies on the future of work. COVID-19 is accelerating this process even further.
Security
Outsourcing Maintenance: The Advantages of Contracting Out
Outsourcing technical tasks is a flexible and scalable solution to remain resilient and respond to changes.
Architecture
Human-Centered Architecture: Meaning and Challenges
Human-centered architecture seeks to optimize positive interactions as such between people and buildings.
Society
Healthcare Management: Patient Flow in Hospitals.
In an environment where every second can save lives, patient flow in the hospital is undoubtedly a conversation that will become increasingly prominent.
Security
The Ultimate Guide to Turnstiles: 4 Advantages and Benefits
As turnstiles become increasingly intelligent and connected, they are better than ever at providing secure and convenient access control.
Technology
How digitalization is influencing living in apartment buildings.
Whether cleaning robots or door locks – automation and digitalization enable more connectivity, comfort, and security in apartment buildings.
Architecture
Horizontal Skyscrapers: A New Solution for Urban Overcrowding.
The world's first horizontal skyscraper in Chongqing (China) rises on a peninsula at the confluence of the Yangtze and Jialing rivers to a height of 350 meters.
Architecture
Millennium: A Glimpse into the Future of Workplace Well-being.
The Millennium Center on the outskirts of Lausanne (CH) embodies innovations to maximize well-being in the workplace.
Security
The service life of a mechanical locking system.
To achieve comprehensive security in their facility, building managers must take into account the lifespan limitations of mechanical locking systems.
Society
Digitalization of access to sports facilities – a win-win situation.
The use of a digital platform enables customers in the fitness industry to receive a personalized and flexible service and relieves the reception desk.
Security
Predictive Maintenance: How AI Supports the Automation of Building Maintenance.
What distinguishes predictive maintenance from traditional maintenance and how value-creating processes are achieved in combination with AI.
Architecture
So that water stays outside: four examples of flood-proof architecture.
Due to the increasing relevance of the topic, there will probably be more and more examples of flood-proof architecture in various scales in the future.
Security
Is your key secure? A brief guide to key protection.
The key is often a weak point in terms of security with mechanical locking systems. Therefore, here are three important measures for key protection.
Architecture
The new normal in construction: Five disruptive developments in focus.
From "digital-first" to sustainability to standardization: you should keep an eye on these five disruptive developments in the construction industry.
Security
Pharmaceutical Industry: Three Specific Security Risks and How to Reduce Them.
A look at the most common security risks in the pharmaceutical industry, with some suggestions on how to reduce them.
Society
Three smart cities under construction that will shape the future of urban development.
Read about three ambitious smart city projects currently underway. They have the potential to influence urban development worldwide.
Architecture
Why hygiene has become just as important as environmental friendliness in building design.
Whether hotel, commercial facility, office, or residential building: contactless technologies contribute to improved hygiene, comfort, and safety.
Architecture
How IoT Solutions Are Revolutionizing Access Control Management.
Operation represents the longest phase in the building life cycle: Learn how IoT solutions are revolutionizing access control management here.