BD+C
MARCH 10, 2021
Since the onset of the coronavirus pandemic, real estate markets have clearly taken major pivots across the board. From residential adjustments toward the suburbs, the incorporation of safety barriers in public facilities, to major changes in commercial retail and restaurant consumer demands, those of us working in the built environment are seeing trends shift at a pace faster than ever before. .
Life of an Architect
MARCH 28, 2021
"Help" and "Service" are Not The Same Thing. but you already know this, right? One is provided at a cost while the other is provided for free. The post “Help” and “Service” are Not The Same Thing first appeared on Life of an Architect. Continue reading “Help” and “Service” are Not The Same Thing at Life of an Architect.
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Dwell
MARCH 11, 2021
Dwell editor Duncan Nielsen makes his top picks for an unhurried summer season. The pandemic taught me a valuable lesson I didn’t see coming: that there’s a lot to be said for slowing things down. Over the past two-plus years, when social engagements barely existed and RSVPs to the ones that did were an empty "maybe," my FOMO vanished and the pace of life felt perfectly manageable.
Community Architect Daily
MARCH 31, 2021
The BBJ reports that the former Seton Keough High School campus located smack at the exit ramps from I-95 to Caton Avenue could soon be home to warehouses and distribution facilities under a plan by MRP Industrial. At stake are 43.5 acres (including two out-parcels) that have a combined assessed value of over $15 million. From holy to scary to banal: Holy Angels Keough school (Photo: Philipsen) The all girls high school gained dubious fame for its role in the abuse documentary " The Keepers ".
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Shades of Grey
MARCH 29, 2021
In 1989 I started to claw my way back into the profession I had abandoned 16 years previously. I’m not sure that would have happened if I had stayed in the UK. But in the context of Zimbabwe during the first decade of independence, being an architect seemed like it could be a useful contribution to the world. Plus I had a young family to support and my "rebellious student" persona was mellowing.
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BD+C
MARCH 9, 2021
A new Starbucks store is set to open in Abbotsford, B.C. that was assembled in six days with near-zero construction waste. The store was designed to reduce the energy needs for heating and cooling compared to standard construction builds.
Life of an Architect
MARCH 7, 2021
When discussing the dirty side to clean buildings, we are focusing on Material Health and Transparency as it pertains to the practice of architecture. The post Ep 070: Dirty Side to Clean Buildings first appeared on Life of an Architect. Continue reading Ep 070: Dirty Side to Clean Buildings at Life of an Architect.
Historic LDS Architecture
MARCH 25, 2021
With the recent focus on the Manti Temple and the efforts to preserve its murals and progressive form , I wanted to do a post that focused more heavily on the mural in the world room. I have a post on the rest of the temple , but this mural tends to receive the most focus out of all the murals in the temple, because it is so striking. While I cover them briefly, the most detail can be found in this BYU Studies' Article from which most of the pictures are taken.
Community Architect Daily
MARCH 26, 2021
Standing in Federal Hill Park on a sunny spring day, downtown Baltimore looks as scenic as always: The peaks of glass, brick and stone towers form a gleaming skyline, mirrored in the waters of the Inner Harbor and its boats in the foreground: An iconic image of Baltimore that is known around the world. Picture perfect: Downtown Baltimore Downtown is in serious trouble But on the ground, the impressions change and the moldy scent of decay and abandonment isn't any longer limited to Baltimore's on
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Shades of Grey
MARCH 26, 2021
I’m building on an idea from 2006 near the beginning of my Revit journey. I managed to open the original file, but decided to start again from scratch … hardly surprising really. Way back in the mid-1980s when I was writing textbooks for the ministry of Education in Zimbabwe, we use the construction of a simple rural house as a story line to connect the various exercises, theory lessons, skill training etc. that comprised the syllabus.
Ronen Bekerman
MARCH 25, 2021
Twinmotion has come a long way since first released. Being part of Epic Games now, it offers a real-time ecosystem for building a better-connected architectural pipeline – Twinmotion and Unreal Engine combined. The architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) industry have a data problem. Taking a design from idea to reality involves a boatload of different disciplines.
BD+C
MARCH 22, 2021
Rising 1,049 feet and 98 stories into the south Florida sky, the new Waldorf Astoria Miami will become Miami’s first supertall tower and the tallest tower south of Manhattan. Carlos Ott, with the help of Sieger Suarez, is designing the project. The design is conceived as a stack of glass cubes, one on top of the other, in slightly different positions.The tower will comprise a hotel and open-concept residences with views Biscayne Bay, the Port of Miami, Brickell Avenue, Downtown Miami, Key Biscay
Life of an Architect
MARCH 25, 2021
We have been speaking a great deal recently about architects’ liability and how that can possibly lead to a lawsuit. Since I went through my first mediation today, I decided to write about this issue. The post Architects: Lawsuit Up! first appeared on Life of an Architect. Continue reading Architects: Lawsuit Up! at Life of an Architect.
Speaker: Donna Laquidara-Carr, PhD, LEED AP, Industry Insights Research Director at Dodge Construction Network
In today’s construction market, owners, construction managers, and contractors must navigate increasing challenges, from cost management to project delays. Fortunately, digital tools now offer valuable insights to help mitigate these risks. However, the sheer volume of tools and the complexity of leveraging their data effectively can be daunting. That’s where data-driven construction comes in.
Lines on Paper
MARCH 24, 2021
This was my contribution to SMALL TOWN VOICES, a series in our architects' newsletter where people submit a childhood photo and reminisce about the time when that photo was taken. I think I was 4 when this photo was taken (I am guessing that it was for my birthday). I was taken to a photo studio (I am guessing Empress or Great Wall) by my grandfather whom I lived with until I was in Primary 2.
The Architect's Guide
MARCH 24, 2021
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Dwell
MARCH 23, 2021
Jettison those heavy winter coats and step into spring with these smart, versatile layers. It’s sayonara to bulky outerwear. Winter is over, and spring has sprung. But since the weather this time of year is rarely all bluebird days, layering is key, which is where the light jacket comes in. Some are featherlight, making them easy to stash or throw over a shoulder when the sun is shining.
EntreArchitect
MARCH 22, 2021
In the first article of this series, Architects as Storytellers we looked at the possible historical and etymological origins for why we call the levels of a building “stories.” The main idea is that the frieze of an ancient Greek temple often featured sculpted scenes honoring a god or goddess. The frieze was a narrative device to proclaim the honoree’s story.
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A new industry study conducted by Architizer on behalf of Chaos Enscape surveyed 2,139 design professionals to understand the state of architectural visualization and what to expect in the near future. We asked: How are visualizations produced in your firm? What impact does real-time rendering have? What approach are you taking toward the rise of AI?
BD+C
MARCH 27, 2021
The Covid-19 pandemic has presented a whole new set of problems, questions, and concerns for multifamily designers and owners looking to attract residents while reassuring them of the safety and comfort of their carefully curated residential environments. Even before the pandemic, several projects our firm recently completed in the Boston area were well-positioned to attract prospective tenants by incorporating elements of health and wellness, safety, flexibility, and easy access to outdoor spac
Life of an Architect
MARCH 14, 2021
This is Residential Architecture 101: Shower Design - where we will be talking about the decisions that go into designing a proper shower. The post Residential Architecture 101: Shower Design first appeared on Life of an Architect. Continue reading Residential Architecture 101: Shower Design at Life of an Architect.
A Better Built Environment
MARCH 22, 2021
There is no right way to pursue a career in architecture. There are a myriad ways each of us can impact the profession, serve clients and the public, and design a better built environment. Despite NCARB’s hold on the licensure process, the establishment’s grip on the use of the word architect, and old guard’s unwillingness to give up design control in firms, creative people are using their skills to break down established barriers and show that architectural training can have a
Ronen Bekerman
MARCH 21, 2021
I’m thrilled to present you with the making of “Australian Home and Garden,” the visuals made by Globe Plants to showcase one of their recent bundles… number 24! Globe Plants captured my attention around August 2020 as one of the few 3d vegetation creators fully supporting SketchUp with V-Ray, Thea Render, and Enscape. Since then they kept improving that support, alongside 3dsmax and GrowFX and reached 26 bundles so far.
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Aerial imagery has emerged as a necessary tool for architecture, engineering, and construction firms seeking to improve pre-construction site analysis, make more informed planning decisions, and ensure all stakeholders have access to an accurate visualization of the site to keep the project moving forward. Download our guide and take a deeper look at how aerial imagery can be leveraged to drive project efficiency by reducing unnecessary site visits and providing the accurate details required to
Dwell
MARCH 23, 2021
With sunny days on the horizon, it’s prime time to upgrade your patio setup. Your backyard is calling—and it wants a makeover. What better way to begin than by picking up a new outdoor sofa? The perfect piece provides a place to gather, comfortably lounge all day, or sit and play cards by a fire at night. From cushy, modular sectionals to rattan love seats, our top picks will jump-start your journey to an idyllic outdoor space.
Shades of Grey
MARCH 19, 2021
August 2013 and a series of fairly diverse posts. The first one deals with embedded detail items and the “show when cut” checkbox. This feature is disabled for most categories but can be accessed by changing the category to “window” and back again. I should do another post about this kind of work. I wish there was an easier way to draw a detail “in-place” and then transfer this work into the family environment so it appears in every instance of a placed family.
BD+C
MARCH 31, 2021
As more is known about COVID-19, preventive measures continue to emerge and compete. The engineering firm NV5, which provides third-party verification on WELL v2 projects for the Green Business Certification Institute, has been recommending to its clients Safe Traces, a solution that uses DNA-based sprays and sensors to verify engineering and HVAC controls for airborne contaminants.
Life of an Architect
MARCH 21, 2021
For an Architect, being on the job site is a vital part of their work process, but job site visits are a series of obligations fraught with increased liability. The post Ep 071: Architects on the Job Site first appeared on Life of an Architect. Continue reading Ep 071: Architects on the Job Site at Life of an Architect. For an Architect, being on the job site is a vital part of their work process, but job site visits are a series of obligations fraught with increased liability.
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