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...
Sustainable design for safe buildings represents the way we conceptualise and construct our built environments. By integrating environmental considerations with safety protocols throughout the project lifecycle, we can create buildings...
The Critical Role Of Fire-Safe Cladding Materials In Fire-Safe Building Façade In the realm of architectural design and building construction, the façade of a building is more than just its...
Green or living walls are becoming a familiar feature of the built environment. Whilst their relevance to sustainability and net-zero might not be clear they do present a public statement...
In a conversation with Muzaffer Ahmed Syed Regional Manager – of Firestop, Fischer, he talked about the company, their products & projects, fire safety, and so on. Here are the...
Background Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (RGIA), located in Hyderabad, is India’s first greenfield airport developed under the Public-Private Partnership (PPP) model. Spanning 5,500 acres, it is one of the largest...
As global experts in passive fire protection for building facades, Siderise Insulation recognises the vital role it needs to play in supporting the industry in India. This is why it...
Mock-up testing consists of constructing a complete representation of something and testing it against certain practical possibilities. The size could vary, but often the aim is to get closest to...
The use of glass and aluminium for the exterior walls of building structures has become a popular trend in the construction industry, irrespective of whether it is a high-rise or...
According to you, what should be the approach for a solid fire-safe design considering the materials, design and technologies? Life safety should sit at the heart of any construction project...
Fire is essential in our daily life but can be disastrous when it becomes out of control. The reasons for the fire are either human-made or natural, and the result...
What are the common causes of building fires? Building fires occur due to misuse of spaces for functions and uses not intended or planned and designed. National Building Code of...
Fire accidents can happen during construction and post-construction, or after any structure is occupied. It can be a residential building, commercial office building, or factory building. During the event of...
“Using an untested product is like driving a busload of people on a moonless night without headlights. It may be proceeding in the right direction but there is no guarantee...
The correct fenestration designs can solve a multitude of challenges. As the face of the building design and construction industry is changing rapidly, safety and security measures have become non-negotiable...
One of the dominant features in modern buildings is the ‘curtain wall’, which is a complex amalgamation of components that include spandrel and safing insulation, spandrel glass, vision glass, aluminium...