NewArk Hotel construction timelapse: 15 storeys in 48 hours.

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2010Aug 13

This is our time-lapse on another challenging construction: The Newark Hotel, on Changsha, China with a 48 hours deadline. http://en.broad.com for more information. Level 9 Earthquake Resistance: diagonal bracing structure, light weight, steel construction, passed level 9 earthquake resistance testing. 6x Less Material: even though the construction materials are much lighter(250kg/m2) than the traditional materials(over 1500kg/m2), the floors and walls are solid with sure footedness, airtight and sound-proofing. 5x Energy Efficient: 150mm thermal insulation for walls and roofs, triple glazed plastic windows, external solar shading, heat insulation, fresh air heat recovery, LED lighting, yearly HAVC A/C energy consumption equivalent to 7 liters oil. 20x Purification: after 3 levels of purification, the purification efficiency for fresh air reaches 95%-99.9%; air exchanged 1-2.5 times per hour, and indoor air is 20x cleaner than out door air. 1% Construction Waste: all components are factory made, construction waste, mainly package materials, result from on site set-up only and amount to 1% of the total weight of the building. This is the first building in human history which combines almost all environmental friendly, comfortable and secure elements. So, we call it: Sustainable Building. Enjoy. Disclaimer: The Ark Hotel Video is copyright free. Please feel free to use it for any purpose. visit: