Diversity by design
The full diversity of galvanized steel is again featured within our winter edition of HDG magazine. Amongst our many enticing articles, three in particular, raise important design concepts for the future. Green House – takes inspiration from the natural history and lush character of its site to develop
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Engineering
Braila Bridge, Romania
In the vicinity of the bustling port city of Braila, Romania, stands a testament to modern engineering – the newly constructed Braila Bridge. Not only does it mark the first struc- ture to span the maritime Danube in Romania, but it also holds the distinction of being the country’s longest suspension bridge, boasting an impressive total length of 1,974 m. This architectural feat is set to enhance connectivity between the Galați-Brăila and Consțanța regions, as well as between the Moldavia and Muntenia regions and Dobruja…
Aviary
Kittiwake Nesting Tower, Gateshead
It’s surprising that, at face value, such a simple design solution can have very important consequences for us all. This rather inventive – modular, movable, and adaptable tower design allows windfarms around our coast to obtain planning permission. It provides nesting structures for kittiwakes, that help the birds increase their fledging success rates…
Elegance
Green House, London
In the vicinity of the bustling port city of Braila, Romania, stands a testament to modern engineering – the newly constructed Braila Bridge. Not only does it mark the first struc- ture to span the maritime Danube in Romania, but it also holds the…
Engineering
Braila Bridge, Romania
In the vicinity of the bustling port city of Braila, Romania, stands a testament to modern engineering – the newly constructed Braila Bridge. Not only does it mark the first struc- ture to span the maritime Danube in Romania, but it also holds the distinction of being the country’s longest suspension bridge, boasting an impressive total length of 1,974 m. This architectural feat is set to enhance connectivity between the Galați-Brăila and Consțanța regions, as well as between the Moldavia and Muntenia regions and Dobruja…
Fusion
The Spore Initiative, Germany
The recently unveiled ‘Spore Initiative’ building, completed in late 2022, stands as a testament to thoughtful design in the heart of the lively Hermannstraße district, adjacent to the former Tempelhof Airport in Berlin’s Neukölln district. Crafted with precision by the architectural firm AFF, this structure seamlessly integrates into its surroundings, nestled amidst expansive cemetery grounds and Gründerzeit-era blocks.
Curves
Hydro Ness, Scotland
Hydro Ness is a new 93kW hydroelectric scheme, which uses historical infrastructure from a disused hydro scheme dating back to 1929, to generate over 500,000 kWh of renewable electricity each year for the nearby Inverness Leisure Centre.
