Building trends: When the house wall becomes a garden
Vertical gardens and urban farming
Cities are becoming greener, and not just because of trees and traffic islands. Plants are also playing an increasingly important role in the architecture of modern buildings. Gardens are not only being created on roofs; grapevines are also growing on small plateaus. With the trend toward vertical gardens, even house walls are becoming flower meadows. This trend is not as crazy as it seems at first glance: vertical gardens make hot summers much more bearable. They are an ideal cooling system.
Concrete is out – glass and natural materials are in
Gray and dreary concrete walls are becoming less and less popular. Instead, architects are increasingly turning to wood, glass, and natural stone. Glass is particularly popular in combination with steel, creating an industrial look. But it is also used in combination with wood or stone, and no longer just in the form of classic windows. The entire façade can also be made of glass. Glass elements are also very popular in interior design.
If concrete, then carbon concrete
Carbon concrete could revolutionize the construction industry. It is an eco-friendly building material made from ultra-thin carbon fibers. In the near future, this much more economical and sustainable material is expected to replace up to 20 percent of conventional concrete. It enables filigree and lightweight architecture and makes concrete buildings look much more attractive.
Smart Home
The topic of smart homes is becoming increasingly important for modern living. If you want to equip your home with the latest technology, it's best to start with the construction. Intelligent heating systems, for example, not only ensure the right temperature, they also help to save heating costs. In addition to energy efficiency, security is also an important keyword here.
Accessibility
Accessibility is virtually unavoidable in today's construction projects. In our aging society, it is important to build with the future in mind. Few thresholds, wide doorways, and elevators are often standard features in new construction projects. A barrier-free home is not only beneficial for seniors. Younger generations also benefit from more space and an open-plan living environment.
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