Swiss engineers have developed a construction technique that could change how buildings are designed and built. It’s called a “Smart Slab:” A mixture of concrete, rebar, and carbon fiber that form a ...

Researchers from ETH Zurich have manufactured a lightweight ceiling of concrete for an experimental building in the Swiss town of Dübendorf. The ceiling measures 78 m². According to details provided ...

The argument is that these slab ceilings absorb heat and do not easily get damaged like those made out of plywood, glass and wood Slab concrete is a preferred ceiling solution for many people ...

Forget your preconceptions – concrete is capable of so much more than stark, utilitarian structures. Versatile and cost-effective, it's the most commonly used construction material, which can be used ...

Hawaii is paradise, but building a home there takes an experienced hand and a strong working knowledge of its unique climate and geology. Overlooking the Pacific Ocean, the 4,000 sq. foot Hi’ilani ...