BD+C

DECEMBER 3, 2013

Current federal contracting laws are discouraging talented architects from competing for federal contracts, depriving government and, by inference, taxpayers of the best design expertise available, according to AIA testimony presented today on Capitol Hill.

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DesignScape Architects

MAY 3, 2021

Building Contract Types Building contracts can be complex. Well, a slightly easier ride… In many ways choosing the ideal contract will depend on the size of the job. But first, let’s understand firstly what a contract is. With any contract, there are flows of Obligations and Rights.

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SW Oregon Architect

MAY 21, 2023

Generally, the courts hold architects like me, who stamp and sign construction contract documents, to a higher standard of care compared to others who don’t have this responsibility. This includes having a solid understanding of architectural design principles, building codes, regulations, construction techniques, and industry standards.

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Deezen

NOVEMBER 30, 2022

Following the Grenfell Tower inquiry, architects must face up to their responsibility for Britain's building safety crisis instead of blaming contracts that lessen their influence, writes Peter Apps. It may not make national headlines anymore, but Britain is experiencing an ongoing building safety crisis. Take Grenfell Tower.

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The Architecture Designs

OCTOBER 2, 2024

Contracts usually determine the amount of work to be done, highlight important dates, and the amount of money owed. Construction contracts are a different story altogether. These contracts differ based on the project’s scope, delivery, schedule, budget, and the parties involved. What is a Construction Contract?

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Urban Design Associates

SEPTEMBER 21, 2020

Building a home is a huge undertaking, but something that is entirely worth it the moment you walk through your front door for the first time. This means hiring a contractor and an architect who has the ability to bring your vision to life. Do I Really Need a Contractor? The short answer is yes.

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Deezen

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

Even though the client wanted to swap the zinc rainscreen panels initially specified by the architect for the cheaper, but ultimately deadly, aluminium composite material, "it was the responsibility of Studio E to determine whether the use of such material would enable the building to comply" with building regulations.

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Deezen

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

Gehry Partners has created a building for Warner Bros in Burbank Second Century Burbank is divided into two large blocks connected by a two-storey volume that is topped by a landscaped courtyard. These are used across the building's highway-facing elevations and have an "icy white appearance" intended to evoke the form of icebergs.

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The Architecture Designs

MAY 14, 2022

Whether it’s about building real estate property, a wooden structure, a dam, or other structures, the construction industry is there to handle these projects. However, if the contractors want to get the most out of their jobs, they must boost their building and construction skills to give their careers more leverage.

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Deezen

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

US studio The Miller Hull Partnership has completed the Health Sciences Education Building in Seattle , which features corrugated metal cladding and a warm interior that departs from the "hospital-like environments found in most university medical buildings". The general contractor was Seattle-based Lease Crutcher Lewis.

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BD+C

JANUARY 13, 2014

“America needs to create more jobs, to strengthen communities, and find help for millions of young people to succeed in the new economy,” said Robert Ivy, CEO of the American Institute of Architects, "so we''ve created a punch list—a term that enumerates unfinished items in a construction contract."

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Deezen

MARCH 21, 2022

The Boston office of Behnisch Architekten has completed a massive academic building on a new campus for Harvard University that features the "world's first hydroformed stainless-steel screen". The building sits on a five-acre (two-hectare) site along Western Avenue, a key thoroughfare. Eight levels make up the vast building.

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The Architecture Designs

MAY 12, 2022

Contractor’s Guide to Construction Bonds. As a construction contractor, you will likely encounter several different types of surety bonds. The field of construction comes with significant risks, and surety bonds function as risk-transfer mechanisms to protect project owners and the government in case a contractor defaults.

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Deezen

SEPTEMBER 2, 2022

The building shares its name with one of the best-known Arts and Crafts houses in England, designed by architect Philip Webb for print designer William Morris in the mid-19th century. Like its namesake, David Kohn Architects designed the house to build on British vernacular housing traditions, but to do so in a radical way. "Its

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The Architecture Designs

APRIL 27, 2023

Hiring the right landscaping Thomaston CT contractor is essential to create an outdoor space that will make jaws drop. This article outlines what you need to know before signing any contracts with a landscape contractor and provides helpful tips for getting the most out of your money. What Services Does The Contractor Offer?

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EntreArchitect

JANUARY 2, 2022

The first AIA Contract Documents (ACD) of their kind, ACD’s new Custom Residential Documents streamline the contractual process for architects by tailoring them for the distinctive requirements of the custom residential construction market. One of the edits is to add the requirement for the contractor to provide a submittal schedule.

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30X40 Design Workshop

NOVEMBER 11, 2021

We pressed pause on the construction of the Outpost project in early 2021 and onboarded a new contractor to see us through completion. It’s only fair to give team members a chance to adjust and realign with the project goals, but it’s also easy to let the inertia of a mobilized contractor on-site provide false hope that things will improve.

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BD+C

OCTOBER 28, 2014

The city of Miami has awarded an $11 million contract for its on-again, off-again convention center renovation to Denver-based Fentress Architects, which will serve as the design criteria professional on this project. Body Image: read more.

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BD+C

MAY 24, 2019

The American Institute of Architects (AIA) has released six revised contract documents designed for interior construction projects. The new interior contract documents will allow architects to better understand risks and responsibilities associated with designing building interiors, according to an AIA news release.

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Santa Cruz Architect

DECEMBER 30, 2021

Architects are in charge of design and project planning, and they are also responsible for the visual appearance of buildings and structures. Architects have several responsibilities during all stages of a project, from the initial drafts and meetings to the inauguration of a building. Project Discussion. Cost Estimation.

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The Architecture Designs

MARCH 22, 2022

Roofs are an important element of any building. Therefore, selecting a roofing contractor with the correct set of skills and expertise is necessary. Therefore, selecting a roofing contractor with the correct set of skills and expertise is necessary. Roles And Responsibilities Of A Roofing Contractor. source: alure.com.

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Architecture Ideas

JANUARY 31, 2023

Are you searching for a roofing contractor for your home improvement project? Choosing the right roofing contractor is the only way to protect your home, family, and valuable for a long time. Here are the essential factors you must consider when choosing a roofing contractor.

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Westeck News

OCTOBER 5, 2023

Having a plan and understanding the contracting process are keys to finding the right contractor and getting the results you want. Contracts 4. Liens, Permits & Warranties 6 HIRE A CONTRACTOR 1. Contractors to avoid 3. Checking out contractors 4. Finalizing a contract 2. DIY or Hire a Pro?

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BD+C

FEBRUARY 28, 2014

has won a key reversal from a federal appeals court in a case involving failures by the federal government to properly administer a contract for work that could have broad implications for government contractors. Hawaii-based Metcalf Construction Co. Metcalf spent more than $76 million on the project and sued to recoup costs.

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e-architect

SEPTEMBER 23, 2023

Laherrère centre Pau building, Southwest France HQ architecture, Zaragoza district project photos, French office design Laherrère centre in Pau 22 September 2023 Location: Zaragoza district, Pau, Pyrénées-Atlantiques, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, southwest France.

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BD+C

JUNE 14, 2024

The seemingly simple idea of converting empty office buildings to multifamily residential seemed like an easy and elegant solution. The seemingly simple idea of converting empty office buildings to multifamily residential seemed like an easy and elegant solution. All this begs the question: Are these conversions even worth considering?

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Deezen

MARCH 9, 2022

The Haworth Hotel is housed within a multi-level brick building in downtown Holland, a small city along Lake Macatawa. Furnishings include Haworth poufs and chairs, bedside sconces by Louis Poulsen , and millwork designed by Urquiola and fabricated by Cassina Contract. The building was designed by Benedetta Tagliabue of EMBT.

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Landscape Architecture Magazine

JULY 12, 2022

The Ukrainian landscape architect Anna Kulvanovska works as a contractor for SWA from a shared workspace in Malmö, Sweden. Eventually Baumgardner asked if she needed work, and if she would like to work as a contractor for SWA. By Laurie A. Photo by Kim Öhrström. ?Anna firms can use to hire Ukrainian designers.

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BD+C

AUGUST 28, 2023

Navigating challenges in construction administration 0 qpurcell Mon, 08/28/2023 - 14:25 Building Team Vessel Architecture's Rebekah Schranck, AIA, shares how the demanding task of construction administration can be challenging, but crucial. The key to avoiding these issues lies in the owner, architect, and contractor (OAC) meetings.

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Deezen

MARCH 8, 2024

Now Europe's largest listed building, in the late 1980s it was in a state of decline with its "streets in the sky" accused of attracting anti-social behaviour. "I I was a student at Sheffield and Park Hill was like a really big building in that city and was considered to be failing," she recalled. The aspiration of it is extraordinary.

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Deezen

APRIL 12, 2023

Among the organisations involved in the case is Studio E Architects, the architecture firm appointed to the refurbishment contract, which went into liquidation in 2020. Among the other defendants was contractor Rydon, which is currently among a small number of house builders refusing to sign up pay to replace unsafe cladding on their schemes.

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Deezen

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

The Link doubles as a bridge between the two buildings "It was not the main aim to reach that goal [of world's longest cantilever]," added project lead David Lehnort, while on a tour of the development. The brand also has 229 hotel rooms and suites, which it describes as an "urban resort", in the building.

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Deezen

JULY 10, 2024

Rammed earth is often celebrated as a low-carbon method of constructing buildings, but some experts are beginning to cast doubt on its sustainability credentials. Read: Eleven rammed-earth buildings from around the world It is technically possible to build modern rammed-earth buildings in the UK without stabilising the material.

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Deezen

OCTOBER 11, 2022

The plaza level spans nearly the whole of the museum and the firm noted that it was equivalent to nearly 70 per cent of the building's footprint. General contractor: Clark Construction Group. Plaster: Infinity Drywall Contracting. The multistory atrium is over the lobby. Project credits: . Architect: Morphosis.

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Deezen

MAY 27, 2024

Mithun has completed colourful office interiors for Atlassian Inc in Austin Completed in 2022, the office is housed in a building shell designed by Gensler , while Mithun was responsible for the interior architecture of the workspace, collaboration areas, focus rooms, cafes and kitchen spaces, lounges and rooftop patio.

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Building and Interiors

MAY 19, 2022

The office building should adopt an integrated design strategy that focuses on achieving a set of design goals. High-performance office buildings provide owners and users with increased productivity, improved health, greater flexibility, and improved energy efficiency through integrated design. About the company. Aesthetics.

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Life of an Architect

MARCH 17, 2019

Every client wants to know what their project is going to cost and who’s going to build it. That means sending the drawings out and getting contractors involved … Let’s get ready to rumble because “ The Construction Bid Process ” is today’s topic. It can also give time to get some clarifications on the bid number from the contractors.

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