Modernising outdated building codes will be essential to make low-carbon construction the standard in India, especially as nearly 70 per cent of the buildings that will exist in 2050 are yet to be built, said Nyrika Holkar, Executive Director, Godrej Enterprises Group, in an exclusive con
New Delhi [India], October 26: The evolution of building codes has been a fundamental aspect of construction, ensuring safety, health, and environmental standards are met. Historically, building codes were rudimentary guidelines that have transformed over the years into comprehensive regulat
Pune (Maharashtra) [India], July 30: In the ever-evolving architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) industry, the planning phase remains a critical juncture where innovation and regulatory compliance intersect. Ensuring that architectural designs align seamlessly with local building
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The technology called semi-confined unreinforced brick masonry (SC-URBM) can resolve the problem of spread of settlements in earthquake-prone areas with constructions that have been built without following earthquake-preventive building codes.