Building Materials April 2020

It is not just the structural importance and constructional behaviour, but also the visual impact along with the historical value of certain materials that form the essence of the built environment The increasing scope of civil engineering has brought many types of research and advancement in materials and knowledge of molecular structure. These materials have shown better quality with much safety and economy. Also, improvements have been made to existing materials by changing their molecular structures or including additives to improve quality, economy, and performance.

In this edition of eMag-Lounge, we have focused on topics that keep a balance on aesthetics and structural strength. We have covered topics such as energy-saving products, use of bamboo in building design, use of ceramic tiles and different types of paints. The use of building material(s)while designing a structure is symbolic of its existence in the field of architectural visualization. It helps establish a relationship between visual quality and structural stability.