BD+C
JANUARY 28, 2020
Following modest increases in construction spending for nonresidential buildings in 2019, economists from eight leading industry organizations forecast slight growth in 2020 and 2021—1.5% and 0.9%, according to AIA's latest Consensus Construction Forecast panel. Public safety, education, healthcare, and office are the bright spots in a market that is entering growth-slowdown mode.
Life of an Architect
JANUARY 26, 2020
Being on time is clearly more important to some over others, but is there a good reason to actually put in the effort to be on time? Of course, there is. even George Washington thinks so. Continue reading For the Love of All That is Holy … Be on Time at Life of an Architect.
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Virginia Duran
JANUARY 28, 2020
Lisbon is full of gorgeous, and sometimes secret, Instagram-worthy spots. I’ve picked out the 10 prettiest and most photogenic places to visit in town. Planning a trip to Lisbon soon? Great news, I have some sights to delight your eyes.
Historic LDS Architecture
JANUARY 26, 2020
A couple of weeks ago, I talked about historic institute buildings. I decided it would be nice to also talk about some historic seminary buildings. I'm aware of. The first seminary was established at Granite High School in Salt Lake City. It hasn't been standing for decades, but they actually did salvage a brick from this building and put it in a case in the entryway of the seminary building that replaced it (at 3328 S 500 E in Salt Lake).
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30X40 Design Workshop
JANUARY 19, 2020
The Outpost project enters a new phase as we refine the design and prepare the drawings for construction. This "awkward phase" is a natural part of the design process and working through it always results in a better building, this video illustrates the iterative process all designers use to improve our work. Time stamps: 1:04 Locating the Screened Porch 1:35 Budget Considerations + Phasing 2:15 Should every space orient to the view?
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BD+C
JANUARY 20, 2020
Robotics in architecture and construction is transforming the way architects approach their designs. This technology isn’t just a flash in the pan—it will soon become a fundamental part of the architectural process. Just as the invention of ultra-strong Portland cement and innovative Building Information Modeling (BIM) software dramatically improved the way we design and construct buildings, robotics will have an equally integral role in our industry.
Life of an Architect
JANUARY 19, 2020
Today is a special episode because we are sitting down with my very close and personal friend, even though we have never actually met, Canadian architectural rock star Omar Gandhi. This is the first in a series of posts we are rolling out for the 2020 podcast season titled “Talking Shop with _.” We anticipate doing around four of these specialty episodes this year and we decided to come out the gate strong with our first guest – Canadian Architect and Emerging Voice in the architectural co
Rayner Ag
JANUARY 16, 2020
One of the greatest marketing strengths of Australian beef is the reputation it possesses as “Clean, Green & Safe”. With over 130 market destinations internationally, consumers choose Australian beef for those three words. Our ability to trade and ultimately to have a viable industry is underpinned by those words. Clean, green & safe. The reputation of Australian beef overseas This is a restaurant in Shanghai promoting Australian beef - Natural & Safe As producers there is a huge req
Denver Urban Review
JANUARY 15, 2020
Rendering courtesy of Reputation Partners. Plans for a 30-story tower have been submitted to Denver’s planning office. The tower would be located at 19th Street and Arapahoe St. in Downtown Denver. Chicago-based Riverside Investment & Development is developing this Downtown Denver project. The above rendering was provided directly to Denver Urban Review from Reputation Partners, a public relations firm representing the project.
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This ebook is a helpful guide for architects & specification writers, focusing on the crucial role specifications play in building design. It dives into different types, relevant regulations, & best practices to keep in mind. You’ll find practical tips.
Virginia Duran
JANUARY 15, 2020
I hope 2020 has started well for you and that amongst the many things that this decade will bring you, travel is between them. If you happen to be planning a trip around America – North America more specifically – this information below might be of interest.
Historic LDS Architecture
JANUARY 12, 2020
My blog has only highlighted one other institute building--the one in Logan , built in 1928. As far as I can tell, the only other institute building that is historic (by which I mean, built pre-1950) is the one for the University of Wyoming in Laramie. In 1936, President Heber J. Grant dedicated it to serve both as a meetinghouse and an institute, and it continues to serve in that function today.
BD+C
JANUARY 14, 2020
Employees place more value on physical elements that support well-being and convenience—such as natural light, views of the outdoors, and food—than on “service” amenities like fitness centers and onsite childcare.
Life of an Architect
JANUARY 12, 2020
I don’t write many of these sorts of posts … they are painful to put together even though I am happy enough to reflect upon the creative process while trying to evaluate if things turned out as good as I had hoped. Last night I was driving my daughter to a birthday party and the event was taking place just down the street from my Oak Grove (now known as Work 214) and I spent a few minutes walking around the parking lot looking at my 2nd to last project from my previous place of emplo
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.
Rayner Ag
JANUARY 12, 2020
Its exciting to see the monsoon starting to bring much needed rain to northern Australia. While its only early days, the reports from people fortunate to have been under falls have been great to hear. In southern Australia, particularly in northern NSW and Southern Qld, the changing weather patterns have seen storms finally starting to deliver reasonable falls in many areas.
Denver Urban Review
JANUARY 12, 2020
Currently under construction in Denver’s LoHi neighborhood at 32nd Avenue and Vallejo Street is 32V. This mixed use development will feature 28,000 square feet of office space and 6,000 square feet of retail on the first floor. This development was designed by Denver-based Elevate Architecture. The floor plates are approximately 12,000 square feet in size.
The Architect's Desktop
JANUARY 9, 2020
First article in the series. Previous article in the series. In Parts 1 and 2, we created a Fill Pattern to define a grid pattern for an acoustic tile Ceiling, and then set up a Material that uses that Fill Pattern as a Surface Pattern. We will now assign that Material to the finish layer of a Compound Ceiling type. In the Project Browser, expand the Families node.
Historic LDS Architecture
JANUARY 5, 2020
Built in 1926, most of the bricks for this chapel came from an old school across the street that was demolished at the same time of construction. It was used until 1972, when it was sold and continues to be owned privately.
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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
JANUARY 15, 2020
Like the first two decades of the 21st century, the healthcare industry in the 2020s will continue to be transformed by new innovations and technology. For patients and healthcare staff, these developments will be most evident in new tools, such as robotic surgical tables and intra-hospital delivery drones, that improve healthcare services and outcomes.
Life of an Architect
JANUARY 15, 2020
I am very excited to announce that Andrew Hawkins, my partner in crime and podcast co-host, will start bringing his unique perspective to the written portion of Life of an Architect. Today we start with an introduction about Andrew's history, life, and personality. Continue reading First Let Me Introduce Myself at Life of an Architect.
Rayner Ag
JANUARY 6, 2020
CAUTION Some content & images may cause distress The enormity of the bushfire crisis across Australia this summer defies words. The prolonged drought in eastern Australia and record temperatures combined to start a fire season much earlier and with greater intensity than ca be imagined. I’m pretty certain there is no one in the country who has not felt through their own experiences, or those of their family or friends the impact these fires have had.
Virginia Duran
JANUARY 21, 2020
Porto, the second-largest city in Portugal after Lisbon, has a vast and interesting history; and its Roman, Celtic and Muslim influences have left behind a rich architectural legacy.
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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
The Architect's Desktop
JANUARY 5, 2020
First article in the series. In Part 1, we created a custom Fill Pattern from a PAT file to define the grid pattern for an acoustic tile Ceiling. We will add that pattern to a Material in this article, so that it can then be assigned to the finish layer of a Ceiling in Part 3. On the Manage ribbon tab, on the Settings panel, select the Materials tool.
Historic LDS Architecture
JANUARY 19, 2020
The history of the LDS Church means that most significant architecture (built anywhere before 1950) is found in the Mormon corridor. Almost all of my posts focus on meetinghouses, chapels, tabernacles, and temples built in Utah, Idaho, Nevada, California, and Arizona. However, I've had several readers message me asking about historic international architecture.
BD+C
JANUARY 31, 2020
Red Wing Shoe Company has unveiled a new boot designed by women, for women. Dubbed the Tradeswoman, the boot has been created for women in construction, light manufacturing, and warehouse or distribution industries.
Life of an Architect
JANUARY 5, 2020
Changing jobs is exciting and terrifying at the same time – particularly if you are making a drastic change wither in the type of work or the size of the firm. Today we are talking about “Changing Jobs” a topic that seems somewhat fitting given that it is the first podcast episode of 2020 and both Andrew and me have changed jobs. Continue reading 040: Changing Jobs at Life of an Architect.
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