External Fire Spread to and from Neighbouring Buildings In a recent incident in China, two adjacent towers (16 storeys high) were engulfed in flames within seconds after the outbreak of the fire in one of the towers. Despite great efforts by the fire service, who spent two hours putting out the fire, unfortunately there were
In the UK, enclosed car parks have to be provided with a smoke clearance system to achieve 10 air changes an hour (in fire condition) and a daily air ventilation system to achieve 6 air changes an hour (ach). This can be achieved by one ventilation system operating at different loads. Although the standard guidance recommends
There are currently three Guggenheim Museums worldwide with a fourth coming soon in Abu Dhabi. The three existing museums are located in Bilbao, Venice and the original one in New York which opened in 1959. There were also Guggenheim Museums in Las Vegas, Berlin and Soho, all of which have unfortunately closed. The most extraordinary
The Hallgrímskirkja (don’t ask me to pronounce it) Church in Reykjavik, Iceland is the tallest building in the most northern capital city in the world. At 73 metres tall it gives stunning views of the city to people inside and outside the building. After 35 years of construction, the Lutheran Church was finally opened in
Nestled in the hills, Monacco is a haven for the rich, the famous and the discerning supercar driver. Though it still has a perfectly adequate bus service for the hordes of tourists flocking to the impressive district of Monte-Carlo! Here you’ll see the notorious Casino and numerous ‘trés expensive’ hotels, where opulence is at the
Quebec City, located along Saint Lawrence River, is a rare jewel, best seen in the depths of winter. Here, the architecture is inspirational, romantic and eclectic. There is an olde worlde feel about Quebec City, which charms you and a distinctive French influence, evident in the architecture, the cuisine and of course, the language!
Montreal is one of the few sub-zero places that can be described as ‘warm’ and inviting! With its’ French culture and British history, you’re sure to be won over by its charms. Renowned for creative architecture, Montreal embraces a range of genres from Neo-Gothic churches to the Art Décor Aldred Building to the almost space
“Where’s the best place to see great views of Toronto”? Try the world’s tallest free-standing structure, the CN Tower. Hold onto your hat and experience the G force in the rapidly ascending glass floor elevator. You can stand next to the glass panelled side for better views– or not, as the case may be! 0 –
Last stop on the architectural (and wine tasting) tour of Italy – the renaissance city of Florence (Firenze). A must for art lovers, architecture fanatics or foodies! There’s so much to see here, you’ll need to be an early bird to fit everything in on a short trip. Florence is stunning, charismatic and best
The beauty of Venezia (Venice) has stood the test of the time, though the facades and foundations are looking rather weathered! If you don’t mind your ground floor being submerged into the sea and occasionally wading round your house in wellies, then Venice could be the place for you! St Mark’s Basilica ‘Why does Venice
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