Construct IQ - unusual and quirky facts about construction

This is Construct IQ, your portal to the unexpected, the ingenious, and the downright fascinating within the dynamic world of construction. This is the ultimate website for unusual facts about the world of construction. Forget predictable cad drawings and every day building materials – here, we crack open the curiosity cabinet and delve into the quirky, the cutting-edge, and the mind-bending innovations that are reshaping how we build.

Think outside the brick-and-mortar box. This is the real world of unusual, quirky and interesting facts and myths about construction. Imagine living walls that breathe and heal, homes conjured from pixels in a day, or underwater metropolises shimmering beneath the waves. We're talking mushrooms powering structures, AI predicting construction hiccups before they happen, and even robots waltzing on job sites. The only limit is your imagination. Welcome to Construct IQ - your place to explore unusual, quirky and fascinating facts about construction.

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A look inside China’s architectural symphony

You do not expect to see a giant, glistening piano appearing on the horizon, but this is no mirage – it's the iconic Piano House, a marvel of quirky architecture that blends art, music and function...

Exoskeletons that will transform construction

We have all seen the “Terminator” films and “Iron “Man” where it is possible to do some amazing things. Just think what could happen if you were able to lift heavier materials, reduce muscle strain...

The Hoover Dam’s concrete still curing after 80 years

Standing proudly amidst the rugged terrain of the Colorado River, the Hoover Dam is a just a marvel of engineering and a testament to the precision and foresight of its builders. More than 80 years...

Let’s give the “Wright” name to construction workers

There was a time in the past when construction workers were respected as revered craftspeople known as "wrights." The term "wright" has its roots in the Old English word "wyrhta," meaning "maker" or...

Lunch atop a skyscraper - more than just a Photo Op

Just had to include this in our Construct IQ section. This could not happen anymore in our health and safety conscious age. The image is iconic – eleven ironworkers casually perched on a steel beam,...

Is self-assembly the future of construction?

The traditional construction process, with its reliance on heavy machinery and skilled labour, has served us well for centuries, but as we look towards a future demanding faster construction time,...

Transforming Construction with Reinforced Concrete and Aesthetic Vision

When you look at the people who changed the face of construction, Robert Maillart (1872-1940), has to be included on the list. He was a Swiss civil engineer whose pioneering work in reinforced...

Zaha Hadid - the architect who defied form

The world of architecture is filled with iconic figures, but few have left as indelible a mark as Zaha Hadid. More than just a designer, she was a visionary who defied convention, embraced the...

The Guangzhou Opera House, Guangzhou, China

Emily Warren Roebling - the extraordinary woman behind the Brooklyn Bridge

The Brooklyn Bridge, a symbol of both New York City and 19th-century engineering ingenuity, owes its existence in large part to a remarkable woman - Emily Warren Roebling. While history often focuses...