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For years, researchers have tried to figure out why ancient concrete from the Roman Empire has endured while modern concrete can crumble after a few decades. After analyzing the dredged clay ...

The perception of concrete has shifted significantly in the design world. Once seen as cold and uninviting, it is now appreciated for its minimalist and modern qualities. With innovative techniques, ...

Mixing concrete can seem daunting, but it’s a straightforward process that can lead to new driveways, concrete patios, or other home improvement features. Once you master the science of water-to ...

Mid-century modern design may meet our needs even more now than when it first appeared, but that doesn't mean we should idolise the style, writes John Jervis. I love mid-century modern ...

By David Belcher Reporting from Seoul While the high-octane choreography in K-pop videos has helped define South Korea’s image globally, in the country itself, it’s modern dance that’s in ...

See, ancient Roman concrete is much stronger than the modern stuff we use these days. Modern concrete is mainly based on Portland cement—which was created in England in the 19th century.

The movement emerged in 1924 when poet André Breton published the Manifesto of Surrealism in the aftermath of World War I, writing in defiance of what he perceived as the oppressive rationalism of ...

He spread his arms as if circumscribing the entire Roman world. Modern concrete, based on a material known as Portland cement, was developed in England in the 19th century and is the world’s ...