Construction
Construction techniques decide whether a great design becomes a great building. This category covers building methods, material innovations, and on site insights from projects around the world. From concrete and timber to modular systems, illustrarch explains how architecture actually gets built today.
Manipal University Team Turns Treated Sewage Into Stronger Biochar Concrete
Manipal University Jaipur researchers find biochar from treated sewage can strengthen concrete, with a 5% cement swap performing best overall.
illustrarch Editoral Team3 Mins read
SAGA Space Architects Completes 36 3D Printed Student Homes in Denmark
SAGA Space Architects completes a 36-unit 3D printed student housing scheme in Holstebro, Denmark, saving 90% of site trees.
illustrarch Editoral Team1 Mins read
How Long Does a Building Warranty Typically Last? Coverage Periods Explained
Building warranty cover is layered, not uniform: one year for finishes, two for systems and ten for structure. This breakdown covers what each...
Sinan Ozen5 Mins read
What Is an Architect’s Certificate of Practical Completion?
A practical breakdown of the architect's certificate of practical completion: who issues it, what it releases, how it compares with substantial completion and...
Sinan Ozen6 Mins read
Specification Writing: What Architectural Specs Are and How to Write Them
Specifications are the written half of a construction document set, defining the quality and standards drawings cannot show. This guide covers what specs...
Furkan Sen6 Mins read
Design Build vs Design Bid Build: Understanding the Design and Build Contract
A design and build contract puts design and construction under one agreement with a single point of responsibility. This breakdown of design build...
Furkan Sen5 Mins read
Shop Drawings Meaning and How They Differ From Working Drawings
Working drawings and shop drawings both guide construction, but they serve different roles. This guide breaks down what each one is, who prepares...
Furkan Sen6 Mins read
Why Do Old Buildings Last Longer? The Real Reasons Behind Building Longevity
Some buildings stand for centuries while others fall within decades. Here is a look at what drives building longevity: durable materials, load-bearing mass,...
Furkan Sen7 Mins read
