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The most difficult thing in construction is to recreate and maintain the original shape of a structure. 🚧 Recreating historic architecture and adapting it to modern utility functions is quite a challenge. The Vasabron bridge has been restored and reconstructed so that it continues to be a majestic landscape ornament. #bridgereconstruction #reconstruction #restoration #buildingrestoration

https://lnkd.in/gjmAd9fk Brutalist Architecture: An Exploration of Raw Beauty and Functional Design Brutalist architecture, a movement that emerged in the mid-20th century, is characterized by its stark, geometric designs and the use of raw concrete. This architectural style, often perceived as cold and uninviting, has nevertheless garnered a dedicated following due to its bold, unapologetic approach to form and function. Originating in the post-World War II era,

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South Africa's architecture is a vivid tapestry, weaving together our diverse cultural heritage and historical narratives. Our indigenous styles, like the Xhosa's rondavels and the Zulu's iconic beehive-shaped iQukwanes, showcase a deep connection with nature and community. These structures, traditionally built with natural materials, embody a sustainable approach that resonates even more today. The colonial period introduced contrasting European styles, from the imposing Palladian architecture to the quaint Cape Dutch buildings with their whitewashed walls and thatched roofs. These buildings, while marking a tumultuous past, also contribute to our rich architectural diversity. In contemporary times, architects like Mokena Makeka lead the charge in infusing urban landscapes with designs that promote healing and unity. Our modern cities reflect this transformation, blending historical elements with new, inclusive visions. (Makeka is an award-winning architect, urbanist and design theoretician and a leading voice on entrepreneurial development, design and urban strategy.) As we construct and dream, our focus is on honouring this diverse legacy and building a future where every structure, old or new, tells a story of our nation's resilience and unity. South African architecture, in all its forms, is not just about buildings – it's about the stories they tell and the futures they envision. #TheConstructionCo https://lnkd.in/dQc9sX32

"Life is about perspective and how you look at something... ultimately, you have to zoom out." - Whitney Wolfe Herd 🔍 . . . #blackstoneconstruction #blackstone #birminghamal #birmingham #alabama #commericalconstruction #commerical #construction #residentialconstruction #residential #architecture #blackstonebuilt #aerialphotography #aerial #aerialviews

Happy Earth Day! 🌎 "Look deep into nature, and then you will understand everything better." –Albert Einstein . . . #blackstoneconstruction #blackstone #birminghamal #birmingham #alabama #commericalconstruction #commerical #construction #residentialconstruction #residential #architecture #blackstonebuilt #constructionindustry #buildingdesign #contractors #constructionwork #propertydevelopment #constructionsite #renovation #constructionlife #buildingsolutions #constructionmanagement

Shouldn't architects look more into membrane structures? "Standing beneath the undulating and taut canopies high overhead, one is aware of the perfect diagram of forces, the precision of a handcrafted object and a sense of light that is perhaps this century’s response to the grace of the Gothic cathedral and the bravura of the Crystal Palace.” Sir Michael Hopkins, 2002 Moreover, a prominent advantage of tensile structures lies in their exceptional lightweight properties, which offer significant benefits in terms of ease of construction, transportation, and overall sustainability! Read more https://lnkd.in/eMd9cYST #tensinetassociation #membranestructures #tensilearchitecture Below: covering of an inner court, Antwerp, © The Nomad Concept

Here's another interesting fact about Central Park: The park contains a number of hidden and lesser-known features. One of these features is the "Whispering Bench" located in the Grand Central Terminal area of the park. If two people sit on diagonally opposite ends of the bench and whisper into the wall, the sound travels along the curved surface and can be heard clearly by the other person, despite the distance between them. This unique acoustic phenomenon is a fun and lesser-known attraction within Central Park, often surprising visitors who stumble upon it. #newyork #nyc #landscapearchitecture #architecture #architecturedesign #construction #archillects

"Perfection is no small thing, but it is made up of small things." - Michelangelo ⁠ 📸: Chris Luker #blackstoneconstruction #blackstone #birminghamal #birmingham #alabama #commericalconstruction #commerical #construction #residentialconstruction #residential #architecture #blackstonebuilt