- Jul162018
Bioconcrete: The Construction Phenomenom
Microbiologist Hendrick Jonkers has created bio-concrete, a self-regenerative material.
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In perspective: Sir Ove Nyquist Arup
Best known as the founder of Arup Group Limited and the mastermind of the Sydney Opera House, Sir Ove Nyquist Arup was a pioneering engineer.
Read moreConstruction & Engineering - Jun252018
Utopia: The 5 most significant urbanists of the last 100 years
The 21st century has already seen tremendous growth and transformation in our cities. This growth would not have been possible without the influence and master planning of a few key urbanists.
Read moreConstruction & Engineering - Jun192018
5 of the world’s most innovative solutions to rising sea levels
Rising sea levels are a long-term hazard and there is no universal consensus about how to fix it. However, there are certain parts of the world actively fighting back against rising sea levels.
Read moreConstruction & Engineering - May282018
2018 - A Building Odyssey - Checking in with some of 2018's most exciting Construction Projects
2018 is on course to be a big year of building in the UK. You’ve probably seen the plethora of cranes gracing the skyline of many cities around the country. Below are several exciting developments that will turn heads once they are completed.
Read moreConstruction & Engineering - May212018
In Perspective: Joseph Bazalgette
Cobalt looks back on the life of engineer Joseph Bazalgette who had a tremendous impact on the infrastructure of London and the health of its citizens
Read moreConstruction & Engineering - May142018
Around the World in 80 Engineering Wonders Trans-Siberian Railway, Russia
Riding the Trans-Siberian Railway is an epic adventure. The sheer distance it covers makes it one of the greatest engineering accomplishments of all time.
Read moreConstruction & Engineering - May082018
Creating Flood-Resilient Urban Landscapes
When climate change meets urban development, it creates a perfect storm. The result? Property and infrastructure damage, widespread disruption and the risk of significant loss of life.
Read moreConstruction & Engineering - Apr022018
Top 5 playground designs from around the globe
Architects have been creating diverse environments for kids to explore since the first playground was built in 1859. We’ve rounded up our top five playground designs around the globe.
Read moreConstruction & Engineering - Mar202018
2018: A Big Year for BIM
BIM is slowly but surely replacing CAD as the preferred modelling medium. 2018 promises to be an exciting year for BIM, which is set to usher in the next generation of building design.
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