How PLC-Driven Brick Manufacturing Is Merging with Industry 4.0 to Modernise Production

The post How PLC-Driven Brick Manufacturing Is Merging with Industry 4.0 to Modernise Production appeared first on UK Construction Blog. From Humble Brick Production to Industry 4.0 At its core, brick manufacturing is one of the oldest industrial processes in human history. For thousands of years, the fundamental ingredients have remained unchanged: natural materials such as clay, shale, sand, and water, shaped and hardened through drying and firing. A brick made today is, in essence, […]

Keller Kitchens launches ‘Natural Weave’ design featuring new Ithaca range

Tactile design meets natural materials in contemporary kitchen concept Keller Kitchens has introduced Natural Weave, a new kitchen design centred on texture, natural materials and crafted detailing. The concept also marks the launch of Ithaca, a matt wood-effect melamine range designed to offer the warmth of oak with long-term durability and easy maintenance. Blending texture, tone and craftsmanship […] The post Keller Kitchens launches ‘Natural Weave’ design featuring new Ithaca range appeared first on Architecture Magazine.

Seven projects that make extensive use of natural materials

The Architects’ Journal Seven projects that make extensive use of natural materials Our roundup of recent and current projects using natural materials ranges from ‘experimental’ public toilets built from self-supporting stone to a rammed earth house in Jersey The post Seven projects that make extensive use of natural materials appeared first on The Architects’ Journal Fran Williams

Natural materials resonate with us at a profound level

The Architects’ Journal Natural materials resonate with us at a profound level Natural materials connect us with our world and, when they weather and age, they can grow in beauty, says Emily Booth The post Natural materials resonate with us at a profound level appeared first on The Architects’ Journal Emily Booth

Kaner Olette converts Sussex farm buildings into shop and café

The Architects’ JournalKaner Olette converts Sussex farm buildings into shop and café The project prioritised reuse and upcycling, using low-carbon and natural materials including rammed-earth construction and wood fibre insulation The post Kaner Olette converts Sussex farm buildings into shop and café appeared first on The Architects’ JournalRob Wilson