External walls today normally consist of multilayer systems, the individual strata of which have different functions; for example, bearing loads, ­insulating...

The prefabricated panel buildings that were a symbol of East German construction have long been regarded in the West as examples of ­unsuccessful urban...

In architecture, something that appears simple at first glance may often turn out to be a complex construct incorporating state-of-the-art engineering.

Many people feel overwhelmed by new developments, particularly since the - supposed or real - downside of the energy turnaround is gradually becoming a subject...

Building in existing substance – conversion, extension, refurbishment – proves to be a multifaceted and exciting task in which the ­optimization of the energy...

The subject of building for children is highly topical due to the prevailing insufficient capacity of day care facilities and an increasing demand for full-day...

Transparent materials varying in their degree of translucence have always made buildings attractive in a special way. No matter whether used inside buildings or...

Every material has special properties. Specific combinations of individual materials make it possible to create particularly high performance structures. On...

Disputed by laypersons and loved by architects – concrete is a highly versatile material. Its appearance can be influenced in an amazing number of different...