The concept and the history of building ventilated façades are not novel. Actually, the first examples of building façades are found in medieval Europe. Wood was the dominant material for...
Safety is not a priority; it is a duty we owe to ourselves and others, particularly when it concerns fire safety measures. To a certain extent, fire control and resident...
[caption id="attachment_79187" align="alignleft" width="195"] Glass panel that fell off the curtain wall façade of Manulife Financial Tower in Hong Kong[/caption] In a dense urban setting like that of Hong Kong,...
Designing a building’s façade and deciding on its interiors goes beyond aesthetic appeal. It is crucial to ensure that the structure’s exterior is safe and durable. Facade safety has become...
In today’s evolving world of construction, façades are no longer static components of a building. They have evolved into dynamic systems that serve multiple critical functions, from regulating temperature to...
In the dynamic realm of urban architecture, façade design stands as a cornerstone in the creation of successful and sustainable buildings. Often perceived primarily as an aesthetic element, the façade...
Introduction The concept of façade for buildings was introduced in India in 1990. Before that, high-rise structures were erected in conventional brick and mortar for external wall masonry. Mumbai is...
Due to recent fire-related disasters globally, façades have attracted public attention, and façade fire safety is now being recognised as one of the most crucial aspects at the forefront of...
The testing of exterior wall assemblies with combustible components such as plastics and foam plastic insulation is an important consideration in fire safety design. International building codes generally require full-scale...
For architects, the façade of a building is a beautiful building front that defines the character of the building and reflects on its design. However, with the recent rise in...
Facade safety in India is a highly ignored subject and requires serious thought. Facade safety starts at the concept design stage right from the drawing board where the technical specification...