I had a talk with Tiffany regarding her backyard shed. I shared my perspective on how to thermal insulate a masonry structure.
Read MoreWhat We Need to Know Before the Next Devastating Earthquake /
The recent earthquake in Taiwan pushed me to take a closer look at building planning. This article will give you a fundamental understanding of ground motions from an earthquake.
Read More[Adaptive Buildings]: The Beauty of 30x30 /
This article focuses on the early phase of building planning. When a building is planned early with a thought-out structural grid, the adaptive process will be more straightforward and cost-saving.
Read MoreAn Art & Sustainability Talk /
I had breakfast with Tiffany about her projected studio course on arts. I shared my perspective on how to see arts and incorporate sustainable practices in the studio learning format.
Read MoreThe Magic of [Inter-generational] Program /
The intergenerational program takes in two models: one is the co-location model, in that aged care and child care are located on the same premises. The other is the visitation model, where two generations are located separately, and one or both group travel.
Read MoreWhat You Need To Know About Adaptive Thermal Comfort /
Thermal comfort reflects positive perceptions regarding our environment. In this article, you will understand what affects thermal comfort and how to achieve it among building design and occupants.
Read More[Adults Care Center]: Dementia Village - A purposeful Voyage /
Dementia is a common symptom among aging adults. This article focus on the program of the dementia care facility and how to translate these programs into spatial attributes.
Read More[Child Care Center]: The Outdoors, An Extension of Classrooms /
An outdoor environment helps children to develop physically and cognitively. This article focuses on how to integrate childcare facilities in our neighborhood.
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