BD+C
OCTOBER 7, 2019
The complete findings from our inaugural Giants 300 Technology and Innovation Study are now published and available for download at BDCnetwork.com/2019TechSurvey. This 12-question survey was emailed to all 486 firms that participated in BD+C ’s 2019 Giants 300 Report; 130 firms completed the tech survey, for a participation rate of 26.7%.
Dwell
OCTOBER 21, 2019
There’s something soothing about a room wrapped in wood grain. Affordable, lightweight, and versatile, plywood has become a favorite choice of designers looking to bring warmth and personality to a space without breaking the budget. From cost-effective backyard office projects to elegant modern homes, we’ve rounded up some of our favorite examples of plywood interiors from around the world.
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Life of an Architect
OCTOBER 27, 2019
Architecture and skilled craft go hand in hand, but you may not be aware that the number of skilled individuals that are required to bring an architect’s ideas to reality and in today's episode, Andrew and I are talking about the state of skilled labor in the construction industry. . Continue reading Ep 036: Labor is Cheap, Skill is Not at Life of an Architect.
The Architect's Desktop
OCTOBER 29, 2019
I had some time and tested some scenarios using the "successful" nodes for concatenating a list of strings shown in this previous post and noticed that the concatenation will still work if the lists do not all have the same numbers of strings. It still concatenates the first item in each list, and so on; once the shortest list runs out of items, it simply does not contribute anything to subsequent concatenations.
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Kryton International leads the way in integral waterproofing solutions for concrete, helping architects, engineers, and developers protect their projects from moisture-related damage. With Kryton's Krystol Internal Membrane (KIM) technology, concrete becomes inherently waterproof, extending the lifespan of structures while minimizing maintenance. This proven technology is trusted worldwide for its ability to self-seal micro-cracks, protect against water ingress, and withstand harsh conditions.
Virginia Duran
OCTOBER 22, 2019
In 1782 Bangkok became the capital of Siam – as Thailand was previously known. Its strategic position within the protective curve of Chao Phraya River to the West and the vast, swampy delta of the Sea of Mud that secured the city to the East was key.
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BD+C
OCTOBER 2, 2019
As part of a $1.2 billion capital improvement program for Temple University’s Main Campus, the school commissioned Stantec and Snøhetta to design a new library to replace the existing 1960s facility.
Dwell
OCTOBER 29, 2019
If any homes could conjure the Halloween spirit, it would be these all-black haunts. Whether clad in blackened timber or treated to dark paint for dramatic effect, these black gable residences have a bit of a spooky streak. They’re the kind of houses that kids, at this time of year, imagine to be witches’ lairs with spiders clinging to webs spun in shadowy corners.
Life of an Architect
OCTOBER 13, 2019
If you ever thought about being an architect but thought you couldn’t handle the math, you aren’t alone. At parties across the land, as soon as someone finds out there is an architect in the crowd, there is a story being told about how they wanted to be an architect but since they couldn’t draw or weren’t very good at math, they decided to do something else.
The Architect's Desktop
OCTOBER 25, 2019
This may be basic and blindingly obvious to more experienced Dynamo users, but this is something with which I have struggled for some time, and now that I have finally sorted it out, I wanted to document it here for easy future reference. The String.Concat node in Dynamo provides an easy way to combine two or more strings into one string. When each item fed into the string n inputs is an individual string, all of the strings are combined into one string, and that is the output of the node, as sh
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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.
architect design™
OCTOBER 11, 2019
As long time readers of this blog may remember, I'm a huge fan of movies, particularly classics. A large part of that fascination may be for the sets and the most famous set designer is, of course, Cedric Gibbons. Of the many exciting books out this fall, one looks into his life and work, MGM Style , by Howard Gutner. Filled with beautiful photography, a lot are of movies I've never heard of.
Bruce F. Roth Architect
OCTOBER 1, 2019
Altgeld Family Resource Center, Chicago. The 22 million dollar mixed-use facility designed for the Chicago Housing Authority (CHA) includes a branch of the Chicago Public Library (CPL), a Childcare Center, and shared community spaces all designed to serve the residents of Altgeld Gardens Homes and the surrounding neighborhood. The 42,000 S.F. building is sited in what was originally planned to be the commercial town center of Altgeld.
BD+C
OCTOBER 1, 2019
The 1.2-million-sf shopping mall Rosedale Center in Roseville, Minn., yesterday disclosed its plans for a $100 million-plus expansion that will add a hotel, grocery, multifamily housing, fitness centers, restaurants, coworking spaces, more retail, and a medical office building.
Dwell
OCTOBER 28, 2019
Hiding behind these quaint heritage facades are clever extensions and additions ready to rock for modern living. There’s a beauty in keeping the character of a neighborhood intact. But a home should serve its current residents, and in the case of these historic Australian homes, that means renovating at the rear. Read on for some of the country’s best "mullet renos"—traditional in the front, modern in the back.
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.
Life of an Architect
OCTOBER 6, 2019
"Stairapalooza" might not be the best word for it but guardrailapalooza definitely isn't any better. Handrailapalooza? Nope, that's not it either, but that's really what today's post is all about. the steel guardrails and wood handrails at the monumental stair at my Oak Grove project. Continue reading Steel Stair Panels – Guardrails and Handrails at Life of an Architect.
Architects Tales
OCTOBER 9, 2019
Story No. 31 for the blog, www.architects-tales.com, Copyrighted 2019 by Dale R. Ellickson. I am often asked when I first meet someone, “How did you become both an architect and an attorney?”. An Architect First. I wanted to become an architect since my pre-teens when I read about Frank Lloyd Wright, whose picture appeared on the cover of Time Magazine.
Virginia Duran
OCTOBER 8, 2019
As summer slowly waves good bye and temperatures drop down, Zürich becomes ready for the next season. However, two weeks before October, I was gifted with the last kiss of good weather and the happiness that goes with it.
BD+C
OCTOBER 24, 2019
“I wouldn’t take credit for paving the way, but we pushed the limits,” says Steve Turner, President of Western Wood Structures, who’s been working with large-scale wood structures since the mid 1970s. The Tualatin, Ore.-based firm has a long and storied history as the recordsetting design and fabrication company behind the world’s biggest timber arena domes.
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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
OCTOBER 3, 2019
“No more black boxes!” That’s how Mark Schwettmann, AIA, of Skidmore, Owings & Merrill, summarizes one of the trends influencing recent convention center construction and renovation. . Schwettmann managed his firm’s architectural work on the newly completed $551 million, 244,914-sf addition to San Francisco’s Moscone Center. His shorthand signifies that clients want these massive event spaces, which in the past have tended to isolate conventioneers, to bring more of their surrounding environ
BD+C
OCTOBER 30, 2019
A 166,000-sf barracks with 300 bedrooms for 600 military personnel is under construction at the Great Lakes Naval Base in Illinois with the help of robots that can lay bricks every seven to 10 seconds and can lift and place foundation blocks weighing up to 135 lbs.
BD+C
OCTOBER 11, 2019
The intersection of strategy, marketing, and technology, commonly known as MarTech, is penetrating the architectural, engineering, and construction (AEC) industries. .
BD+C
OCTOBER 3, 2019
“Bad libraries build collections, good libraries build services, great libraries build communities.” . That statement by R. David Lankes, a professor at Syracuse University’s School of Information Studies, was a bit controversial when he tweeted it back in February of 2012. . But now, in July of 2019, it seems as though many architects and designers agree; a library should go beyond being just a collection of books, and instead become all-inclusive community learning centers (with the key word h
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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
BD+C
OCTOBER 29, 2019
The building design and construction industry must embrace change now. Stresses with finding talent, budgets, schedules, and the needs of clients call for change in approach. Companies are looking not only at how we work, but how we work with others. .
BD+C
OCTOBER 24, 2019
Ponce Paradise, a 900-acre resort, healthcare village, and marina in the city for Ponce, Puerto Rico, is expected to attract hundreds of millions of dollars in total investment and become Puerto Rico’s premiere destination when it completes.
BD+C
OCTOBER 3, 2019
With the rise of the on-demand economy, the need for parking lots and garages to be a space for nothing more than storing vehicles is beginning to wane. But instead of trying to phase parking lots and garages out completely, REEF Technology, the largest parking network in North America, has unveiled plans to adapt these spaces into tech-forward, urban mobility hubs to deliver on-demand goods and services.
BD+C
OCTOBER 9, 2019
The current record-setting expansion in the U.S. economy and its real estate sector, which dates back to the start of this decade, should continue through 2021, but at a moderated pace.
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In the dynamic world of architecture, design, and construction, creative problem-solving is crucial for success. Traditional methods often fall short in effectively conveying design intent to clients. Real-time visualization empowers you with a solid decision-making tool that smooths the design process. Discover the power of real-time visualization: Effective Communication Convey your vision clearly and align with clients.
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