MATERIALS

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DEFINITION
ARCHITECTURE

the art and science of designing and superintending the erection of buildings and similar structures comes from the Latin, "architectura" and ultimately from Greek, "arkitekton", , an architect, or more precisely "master builder", from the combination of a "chief" or "leader" and , a "builder" or "carpenter.

What Materials Do Architects Use?

Traditional building materials are stone, wood, brick, and concrete. However, as technology develops, so do new materials. Steel and glass are commonly used. Fabrics are created by coating fiberglass with a durable plastic such as Teflon to make a membrane (skin) that can be attached to a steel framework.

Faade

the exterior shell of the building having both a decorative and a protective function. designed to make a statement, increase the value of the building and create a stunning focal point.

External Building Faade Materials

Stone insets showcase a display of rugged, traditional design. flagstone, limestone, creek rock and cut-stone
Flagstone is often produced in large slabs. The slabs are stacked to create a custom-look for any home facade. Limestone gives off a rich tone and can be used with a coordinating fence line or retaining wall. Creek rock is a natural looking stone often used in conjunction with log cabin style homes. It is also left natural on many stone fireplaces that run the height of the home.

OPEN BOX HOUSE IN MADRID

External Building Faade Materials

Brick traditional or ranch style; create a rich, distinct look. Can stand alone or accompany iron trim, wood and aluminum siding. Bricks vary in color, including dark or varied pink, tan, dark brown, white, gray and red.

Pixel House in Korea

External Building Faade Materials

Wood common with many homes. can create a stunning visual, for example, on Victorian Queen Anne-style homes Weather-treated wood can create a longlasting and protective facade that will require minimal up-keep.

Main Hall of Nanchansi in China

Wooden Rolling Shutter

External Building Faade Materials

Glass used as a way to outline a distinct design or style. a way to showcase sunning design elements, such as causing the building to appear frameless and reflective. design facades that not only look modern, but also camouflage solar insets, provide safety and offer fire protection as well as thermal insulation. Many glass facades filter light properly and offer protection.

GT Tower East in Korea

Bilbao Building in Spain

Leonardo Glass Cube in Germany

External Building Faade Materials

Stainless Steel/ Metal a functional, practical, and long lasting material with a universal aesthetic appeal. exciting and contemporary material yet is has an impressive history spanning many decades.

External Building Faade Materials

Stainless Steel/Metal successfully blends with its environment, reflecting surrounding colours with dynamic and often stunning effect. Resistant to climatic conditions

Q1 Building in Germany

External Building Faade Materials

Fiberglass can be molded into a number of different finishes to

mimic wood, stone, terra cotta, concrete, steel, granite, copper, and other popular building materials. Finishes can range from a smooth dull matte to a high gloss polished look, or a slight texture to rough stone texture. chosen over other material because it is lightweight, cost effective, corrosion resistant, and is virtually maintenance free.

Vista Riviera hotel in Spain

Horten Headquarters

References

http://www.trendir.com/house-design/korea-modern-architecturepixel-house.html http://www.archiexpo.com/prod/schindler/metal-facade-claddingsaluminium-67599-552651.html http://compositesandarchitecture.com/?p=22 http://www.voivo.cz/102-1-rolling-shutters.html http://www.ehow.com/info_12180419_exterior-building-facadematerials.html http://www.compositesworld.com/articles/fiberglass-faade-grp-shapesmodernize-hotel-in-spain