New guidance makes it easier to design buildings that bounce back

Low Damage Seismic Design (LDSD) Volumes Two and Three has launched, giving engineers, architects, and building owners practical tools to design buildings that go beyond minimum code and recover faster after earthquakes. Developed by industry experts and co-funded by the Natural Hazards Commission Toka Tū Ake (NHC) and Ministry for Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE), thisContinue reading "New guidance makes it easier to design buildings that bounce back"

Seismic event: Japan’s first two-storey 3D-printed house approved

Japan’s first two-floor, 3D-printed reinforced concrete house has been completed in Miyagi Prefecture, meeting the government’s strict seismic design requirements. Concrete printing startup Kizuki made it with builder Onocom using… The post Seismic event: Japan’s first two-storey 3D-printed house approved appeared first on Global Construction Review.

2025 Rising Stars in the AEC Industry: Catherine Chen 

Associate  Arup   San Francisco, CA  Bio: Catherine Chen is a distinguished structural engineer whose expertise spans seismic design, sustainability, and technical leadership. At Arup, she leads high-profile projects while fostering an inclusive team culture and advancing research in earthquake engineering. Catherine’s commitment to innovation, mentorship, and resilience has made her a sought-after leader in the […]

Innovative engineering and sustainability highlighted at international concrete events in Christchurch

Cutting edge advancements in concrete structures and sustainability were showcased at the recent globally-recognised fib Symposium and the Concrete NZ 1-day Conference at Te Pae Christchurch Convention Centre. The fib Symposium welcomed delegates from 38 countries, featuring 330 presentations, 16 special sessions, and five keynote papers from global experts on seismic design and concrete decarbonisation. […] The post Innovative engineering and sustainability highlighted at international concrete events in Christchurch appeared first on Building Today.

Obituary: Nabih Youssef, 80, Pioneered Performance-Based Seismic Design

Leading structural engineering expert is remembered by colleague as the "consummate professional."