The word building is both a noun and a verb: the structure itself and the act of making it. As a noun, a building is 'a structure that has a roof and walls and stands more or less permanently in one place'; "there was a … See more

There is clear, evidence of homebuilding from around 18,000 BC. Buildings became common during the Neolithic (see Neolithic architecture See more

The practice of designing, constructing, and operating buildings is most usually a collective effort of different groups of professionals and trades. Depending on the size, complexity, … See more

Buildings may be damaged during the construction of the building or during maintenance. There are several other reasons behind … See more

Residential
Single-family residential buildings are most often called houses or homes. Multi-family residential buildings containing more than one dwelling unit are called a duplex or an apartment building. A condominium is an apartment that the … See more

Physical plant
Any building requires a certain general amount of internal infrastructure to function, which … See more

• Autonomous building
• Commercial modular construction
• Earthquake engineering
• Float glass
• Green building See more