Why aren't more architects using stone as a building material?

Stone has the potential to become a go-to, low-carbon structural material, but barriers around quarrying and a lack of awareness must be overcome to make this a reality, experts tell Dezeen in this Stone Age 2.0 feature. Arup geologist Paola Blasi, who advises architects on how to use stone, said the material is finally reappearing The post Why aren't more architects using stone as a building material? appeared first on Dezeen.

Feb 25, 2024 - 12:08
Why aren't more architects using stone as a building material?
Stone has the potential to become a go-to, low-carbon structural material, but barriers around quarrying and a lack of awareness must be overcome to make this a reality, experts tell Dezeen in this Stone Age 2.0 feature. Arup geologist Paola Blasi, who advises architects on how to use stone, said the material is finally reappearing The post Why aren't more architects using stone as a building material? appeared first on Dezeen.

What's Your Reaction?

like

dislike

love

funny

angry

sad

wow