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The Danger Hidden Beneath the Fresh Cement: The Problems of Self-Building in Mexico and the Crucial Role of Modern Technology In Mexico, self-construction has historically been an ingenious and necessary response to the lack of access to formal housing and the high costs of traditional construction. Entire families invest their savings and effort into building their homes, brick by brick, in the hope of a more secure and stable future. However, this practice, rooted in necessity and tradition, also carries a series of significant risks that are often overlooked, jeopardizing the safety, habitability, and resilience of homes. It is crucial to recognize...

Climate Resilience: A Courageous Solution or a Costly Illusion? Introduction In a world ravaged by increasingly intense hurricanes, floods, and heat waves, climate resilience has emerged as the new obsession of architects, governments, and businesses. From raised seawalls to floating buildings and ultra-strong materials, solutions to address climate change promise to protect vulnerable communities. However, do these measures truly guarantee a safe future, or are they a disproportionate expense that benefits elites more than those most affected? This article explores the arguments for and against, challenging the idea that climate resilience is a universal panacea. In favor: The urgent need...

Affordable Housing and Rapid Construction: A Real Solution or a Dangerous Compromise? Introduction In a world where the housing crisis affects millions, rapid construction and affordable housing have emerged as seductive promises to solve an urgent problem. Methods such as modular construction, 3D printing, and micro-housing designs are on the lips of everyone from architects to X users, who share images of houses printed in 24 hours or modules assembled in days. However, this boom raises a controversial question: are these solutions sustainable and equitable, or are we sacrificing quality, durability, and dignity for speed and low cost? This article...

TRENDS IN ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE AND VIDEO SURVEILLANCE, THE FUTURE OF SECURITY    The sustained growth of the video surveillance market in Mexico, driven by population growth and the growing need to strengthen preventive measures in both the public and private sectors, has generated increased demand for advanced technological solutions. In this context, Axis Communications, a global leader in video surveillance technology, announces its participation in Expo Seguridad México 2025, from June 24 to 26 at the Banamex Center in Mexico City, where it will present its latest launches designed to strengthen security and optimize business intelligence and operational efficiency for...

BIG's Brooklyn Blockbuster: Chamfered Complex Promises a "Plethora of Niches" for Urban Living Brooklyn, New York – Bjarke Ingels Group (BIG), the Danish architectural powerhouse known for pushing boundaries and injecting a playful spirit into urban design, has unveiled plans for a distinctive new residential complex in Brooklyn that promises to be anything but a typical rectangular block.1 Dubbed a "chamfered complex" that will offer residents a "plethora of niches," BIG's latest vision aims to carve out unique living experiences in the heart of one of New York's most dynamic boroughs.2 While specific location details within Brooklyn are often strategically...