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  Design of staircases is now performed in the ways that are vastly different from conventional construction ideas. New principles of modern architecture are now applied to the design of staircases. Instead of simply considering a staircase just as a connection between two floors, it is made with utmost aesthetics so that it complements a building’s interior. The top 5 trendy staircase ideas used in modern construction are briefly enlisted in this article. 1. Floating Stairs The floating staircase is mostly constructed in an open space so that the beauty of floating steps is seen evidently. It is mainly chosen by the occupants to minimize the supporting structure of the staircase. The main advantage of the floating staircase is that they remove the obstruction, unlike normal staircase construction. This hence helps to increase the living space. 2. Ribbon Staircase This wonderful staircase design is created by Czech Architecture. The structure is made out of steel. As shown in...

  A mezzanine floor is an intermediate floor space built between two floors or between the floor and the ceiling. A mezzanine floor doubles the usable space of an overhead floor. These floors can be applied to any building space. Mezzanine floors are designed for a specific building area rather than utilizing the entire floor area. They utilize free vertical space by converting it to an additional room above and below the floor. Mez Mezzanine floor structures are built mainly free of existing structures. They are often custom-made as per the need and specifications of the client. Mezzanine floors can be made out of concrete, steel, or wood. This article explains the important features, types, and benefits of mezzanine floors in construction. Features of Mezzanine Floors Mezzanine floors are constructed halfway up the wall on a floor with a ceiling at least twice the minimum height of the floor. It is not counted as a floor in the building and not included while determining...

  Paver block or Paving block is one of the most popular flexible surface treatment options for exterior pavement applications. These blocks are aesthetically pleasing, comfortable to walk on, extremely durable, and easy to maintain. Types of Paver Blocks There are two types of paver blocks: 1. Concrete Paving Block Concrete blocks are mass manufactured to standard sizes. Hence, they can be easily interchanged. A typical concrete block has two surfaces – one is smooth, and the other is a rough surface. The concrete paving blocks are most suitable for heavy-duty applications, able to support substantial loads and resist shearing and braking forces. The concrete blocks come in various colors. The colors typically come from metallic oxides. However, there is a possibility of these colors to fade away. Hence one needs to be very careful while choosing the color of the block. Concrete paving blocks are the most preferred choice for laying of pavements, driveways, etc. 2. Clay Paving Blo...

The COVID-19 pandemic has brought a multitude of changes in our everyday lives, but the major one is people choosing to stay at home. It has transformed our houses into sanctuaries where we have to spend more of our time throughout the day. The work-from-home culture has made us realize the necessity of a dedicated workspace, away from the noise and distraction of the rest of the house. Whereas the extra time on hand is making us want to spend it doing things we enjoy. Many have also become comfortable with the remote-working concept, and plan to do so more often even after the end of the pandemic. It has also brought a paradigm shift in how we want our homes to be designed. The deadly virus has made us rethink the layout of our homes, be it the entrance, the kitchen, or the bathrooms. Public places like schools and offices are also expected to undergo modifications over time. However, the housing sector is already in the transition phase. This article will illustrate the differen...

Different types of drawings is used in construction such as architectural drawings, structural, electrical, plumbing and finishing drawings. These drawings provides layout plans and details for construction of each and every part of the building. Drawings plays an important role in the construction field to convey the ideologies and perspective of the designer to the layman at site.  The drawings may be used to indicate the overall appearance,  inside or outside the structure, or they may be used to indicate precise measurements and other details for construction Types of Construction Drawings There are different type of drawing used for the construction process. Depending upon the purpose they serve, construction drawings are divided into 5 types, 1. Architectural Drawing Architectural drawing can be termed as the mother drawing for all the other drawings used for construction. It contains all the details of the project such as location site plan, setting out plan, elevations...

 Their Types and Applications Void forms are sacrificial formwork members designed to provide a space between the concrete foundation and expansive soil, i.e., to protect the foundation from the heave of the underlying soil. They also offer a temporary support formwork for recently poured concrete till it achieves adequate strength to support its loads. Moreover, void forms are utilized to decrease soil excavation and reduce the quantity of concrete. The depth of void forms under foundations ranges from 5 cm to around 60 cm based on the underlying soil’s potential for upward movement. Furthermore, several types of void forms are available to use, like degradable void form, non-degradable void form, collapsible void form, and non-collapsible void form. These void forms can be constructed from corrugated paper, expanded metal, metal sheet, molded plastic, molded paper, Styrofoam, and wood.    Why are Void Forms Used in the Foundation Construction? To absorb expanding soil v...

  Graphene – The Miracle Material Graphene is composed of carbon atoms arranged in a honeycomb lattice pattern. The structure is nearly transparent with one atom thickness. When used in concrete, the material imparts strength that is 200 times greater and makes the concrete six times lighter in comparison to conventional concrete. Hence, these properties of graphene help produce lightweight composite materials. Graphene is a good conductor of heat and electricity. It absorbs about 2% of the light and is impermeable to hydrogen, helium, and other light gases. Graphene in Concrete Graphene is the world’s strongest man-made material with a tensile strength of 130 GPa and modulus of elasticity of 1 Pa. Graphene’s inherent strength helps regain the original shape of the material even after applying a 25% strain. It has dimensions smaller than 1 micron, making it perfect for mixing with cementitious binders, admixtures, and aggregates to obtain better concrete. The researchers at the Uni...