by Kendall Jones | Nov 2, 2018 | BEST of Construction
Skypod by PLP Architecture is a new and unique elevator system design that is connected by a series of pods that snakes around the exterior of the skyscraper instead of using the original pulley system that hasn’t been improved upon since the traditional elevator was...
by Kendall Jones | Oct 30, 2018 | BEST of Construction
Hempcrete is a cheap and eco friendly composite made from fibers of the industrial hemp plant that’s mixed with lime to create a concrete like building material. The first hemp home in the United States is 90% energy efficient making it a revolutionary home in...
by Kendall Jones | Oct 25, 2018 | BEST of Construction
Domino’s Pizza announced in June of 2018 their plan to help with the pothole crisis sweeping across the US with their new “Paving for Pizza” initiative. Customers can nominate their hometowns for this pizza chain to repair the potholes plaguing your town in an effort...
by Kendall Jones | Oct 22, 2018 | BEST of Construction
3D printing has slowly been growing in popularity over the past few years, most recently making its imprint on the construction industry, making it a major part of the fourth industrial revolution. Most 3D printing technology in the construction industry uses concrete...
by Kendall Jones | Oct 16, 2018 | BEST of Construction
Binishell inflatable concrete homes was originally developed by architect Dante Bini in the 1960’s but the project was eventually abandoned due to little faith in the actual strength of the dome structures. Dante’s son, Nicolo Bini, grew up to follow in his father’s...
