The world is facing many challenges at the moment because of the COVID-19 pandemic. People are under mandatory quarantine or encouraged to observe strict social distancing rules.
The coronavirus outbreak, however, isn’t halting some architects from plunging ahead on early-stage design concepts. In fact, Norwegian company Spacemaker has seen an increase in the use of its software since lockdown took place in European countries. Find out how its AI-based software is not only a solution in times of crisis but for the future of design.
Speaking of technology, Habx uses its AI technology to serve the end-user by providing layout proposals of their perfect home without wasting everyone’s time. In the near future, architects beyond the Habx studio might benefit from its technology. Learn how it works.
Light + Building, Design Shanghai, Salone del Mobile… Many major trade shows and industry events have been postponed or completely canceled. Stay updated with us as announcements are continued to be made.
As the coronavirus continues to spread throughout China and internationally, Chinese authorities have initiated the construction of several prefab hospitals in the region. What will happen to the hospitals when the epidemic subsides? Read our interview to learn more. We also exchange email correspondence with the chief export manager of Sunrise Smart on how the prefabricated hospitals in Wuhan, China, were constructed.
We also spoke to the CEO of New Zealand-based firm PrefabNZ Scott Fisher who offers his expert opinion on where prefab construction is today for New Zealand and why China’s ahead of the game.
Learn about how Italian bed and accessories design brand, ConteBed is supplying 3,000 hypoallergenic and antibacterial pillows to the three new hospitals in the cities of Wuhan, Beijing, and Shanghai.
With all this talk of germs, designers are looking at what materials can be used to make buildings more hygienic. Italian brand Casalgrande Padana produces ultra-hygienic porcelain stoneware called Bios Antibacterial®HYDROTECT.
To all our readers, we hope you are safe and in quarantine. Stay informed with ArchiExpo E-Magazine!
