Building/Infrastructure Showcase Archives | The Cool Down

Researchers have developed an extraordinary living building material, potentially revolutionizing the real estate and construction industries.

Tech

Scientists make breakthrough in research that could change the way our homes are constructed: 'The possibilities are really exciting'

"There's a huge backlog of infrastructure that needs to be replaced."

Tech

Engineers develop new steel technology to triple lifetime of bridges: 'We're enabling 100-year lifetimes'

"This is absolutely amazing!"

Business

Traveler shares unexpected features at stunning vacation resort: 'This looks like heaven'

Some of the best options for a cost-effective and green building project are ancient discoveries reimagined for a modern world.

Tech

6 ancient building technologies that are making a big comeback

The material is actually being used in real life construction projects.

Tech

Construction giant makes 'green concrete' breakthrough in recycling old building materials: 'The greatest hurdle is getting everybody on board'