For the last couple of years, the concept of planning and building smart cities has been gaining more attention. Even though the definition of what a smart city is might vary greatly, it seems to be the ultimate urban development goal. However, the term has been associated with the implementation of accessible technology that will improve the nature of…
Architecture is all around us. We live among buildings of many and pretty much any kinds. Even when we don’t notice it, we spend most of our lives indoors. This means that we should pay more attention to the design of the spaces we inhabit, both inside and out. Therefore, we must understand the emotional impact of architecture…
Recent years have seen a growing interest in sustainable and socially responsible architecture and engineering designs. Humanitarian architecture is another way to approach such interests and attempts of making a difference. Several projects such as Architects Sans Frontiers, Impact Design Hub, and Shelter Global share the same vision and mission of what architecture really means. These groups aim at…
Becoming an architect is the dream job for many. What’s more, for those who manage to achieve it, this job will bring many benefits. Architects receive a lot of respect and recognition due to their careers, plus the results are quite tangible. However, there are several crucial skills architects need to develop to become successful in their…
Throughout the years, there has been an undeniable impact on the environment as a result of buildings and cities growth. However, the idea of green buildings started becoming more and more popular during the 60’s and 70’s. Ever since, sustainable architecture has seen several efforts in order to minimize the negative impacts of construction projects. Therefore,…
There are many kids out there with an increasing interest in science and technology. Whether it is thanks to their parents or their teachers, STEM education is an essential part of children’s learning. Regardless of the situation, we might not be fully aware of the many benefits that STEM education brings to kids. Nonetheless, encouraging our…
The last couple of years have seen a continuous increase in popularity and expectations of Additive Manufacturing (AM), or 3D printing. Even when the technology is already available, and has been for the last 30 years, it has garnered attention during this decade. More so, the role of 3D printing in engineering became obvious almost immediately.…
The idea of humans living on Mars has been part of the collective imaginary for ages. Several science fictions have toyed with the possible scenarios we might face on the Red Planet. However, for architect, filmmaker, and author Vera Mulyani, the idea of living in Mars is not impossible. The Indonesian-born and French-raised founder and CEO of the…
Gina Cody arrived from Iran to Canada back in 1979. Since then, she has forged herself a successful career in the male-dominated world of engineering. Today, after the donation of $15 million, the Concordia University announced they will be renaming their faculty. The Gina Cody School of Engineering and Computer Science is one of the few faculties named after…
Hurricane Florence hit the Carolinas stronger than expected this weekend. Even when it weakened to a tropical depression, this hurricane has brought record rain levels, and flood damages might surpass the $20 billion dollars mark. Experts mention that only one inch of a flood can bring property damages of almost $30,000, so effective and efficient…