Roofs are top coverings of buildings that protect homes and their occupants against rain, sunlight, harsh weather and extreme temperatures. They have to be structurally sound and stable, complete with the appropriate roofing system. However, roofs are more than just...
Owning a plot of land can be daunting for first-time landed property owners. However, landed property houses have fewer building restrictions than other housing types. This gives you a lot of freedom to innovate and create a unique house you can truly call home....
Climate change has accelerated due to carbon dioxide emissions– over 35% of annual carbon emissions result from building and construction. Many architectural companies in Singapore have already been incorporating environmentally-efficient solutions into the buildings...
Architecture can play a massive role in improving productivity both in school and at work. From the layout of classrooms to the design of office spaces, there are many ways that architecture can help to foster collaboration, increase efficiency, and enhance...
In recent years, there has been an increased focus on how our physical environment can affect our mental and emotional wellbeing. This is especially true in the workplace, where we spend most of our waking hours. Poorly designed office spaces can decrease...
There is more than meets the eye in architectural design as architects liaise and communicate with clients and the different departments to bring a project to life. A good architect will work with their clients from the very beginning to help them develop a brief,...
Buildings form an essential part of the human experience. Many aspects of our lives take place within these structures. From learning to working to leisure, we evaluate these buildings based on their effectiveness in fulfilling their specific purpose. In every...
Architects are designers who visualise concepts and are the driving force behind the buildings surrounding us. They learn and understand the needs of various groups of people in order to give rise to all kinds of buildings, from houses to hospitals to schools....
In modern cities, we often navigate our daily lives as individuals, moving from one location to another with little interaction with the people around us. However, architecture has the power to change this dynamic. Thoughtful design can foster connectivity and create...
Biophilia postulates that humans have an inherent love for nature. Biophilic designs in an urban landscape allow us to reconnect with nature and take a break from the ‘concrete jungle’. Biophilic designs can be categorised into three categories: nature in the space,...
Green architecture is also known as sustainable architecture or environmental architecture. Sustainability is when present needs are met without compromising the future generation’s ability to meet their needs. Sustainable architecture refers to design which seeks to...
