Life of an Architect

DECEMBER 11, 2017

Hindsight is 20/20, or so the phrase goes. It basically means that if you knew then what you know now, you would do things differently and avoid some mistake or misstep. Other than being able to possibly avoid some catastrophic event, the idea that you would look at your current state of affairs and wish that you had done things differently ( like “I should have become a doctor” or “I should have bought Apple stock in January of 2003”) doesn’t actually change anyt

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DECEMBER 11, 2017

E4H Environments for Health Architecture , an architecture firm focused exclusively on healthcare, recently released seven predictions for healthcare facility design trends in 2018.

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DECEMBER 26, 2017

This is an edited repost from deep in the archives. Originally published on the week of this blog’s relaunch on December 12, 2012, this article has been the most popular week in, week out. Leave a comment below or post your thoughts over that The EntreArchitect Community Facebook Group and share your tips and tricks. How do YOU make more money? To successfully complete a project, an architect is responsible for making thousands of critical decisions.

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DECEMBER 23, 2017

Preface by Matt Fajkus: "We believe that the strength of our team is based on the fact that we are a collection of individuals who collaborate, making us better than the sum of our parts. We embrace that individuality, and these are some of the pets of MF Architecture team members from throughout the years, some of which have had a presence in our office on occasion.

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Architects for Urbanity

DECEMBER 21, 2017

Project team: Irgen Salianji, Karolina Szóstkiewicz, Marina Kounavi, Charis Siaravas Assistance: Marco De Vincentiis, Maria Akrivou, Antonis Athanasiou Location: Sluisbuurt, Amsterdam The discussion and criticism about the contemporary city’s continuous sprawl has increased over the last decades, alongside the inherited alienation and rigid functional zoning that the modern urban planning has imposed.

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Life of an Architect

DECEMBER 5, 2017

Since I spend a majority of my time trying exceedingly hard to not sound like an architect, it’s always a bit of a jolt to my system when I jump back into an environment when it’s actually important to sound like one. This is the situation I found myself on Monday as I was a juror for the end of the semester project for sophomore architecture students at Texas A&M University.

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DECEMBER 4, 2017

Sports arenas and stadiums continue to be the stimuli for urban reincarnations. Stantec has several sports “district” projects underway in Dallas, Tampa, Chicago, and Edmonton. In Denver, the firm is proposing to transform a parking lot near Coors Field, home to the Colorado Rockies baseball team, into a mixed-used environment across an entire city block.

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DECEMBER 19, 2017

Many (if not all) of us are using social media on a daily basis. Some of us restrict our time online to personal social interactions, while others use these powerful networking platforms to help promote our architectural businesses. Social media can certainly be a powerful tool, but if not carefully and intentionally managed, our time online can waste away the precious few hours that we are afforded each day.

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DECEMBER 12, 2017

Budget overruns are, unfortunately, a fact of life for many AEC firms. According to a survey from the Zweig Group, project managers go over budget for a whopping 18% of projects. You probably have an idea of what causes overruns at your firm, but more generally the most cited issues are communication breakdowns (according to 51% of respondents), inadequate fees for the work provided (37%), and unrealistic deadlines or schedules (37%).

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DECEMBER 5, 2017

Ten U.S. health systems account for more than $21.5 billion of current and upcoming construction, according to a report from BuildCentral. “The healthcare sector continues to drive a major part of the construction market,” BuildCentral CEO Rick Kang said. “The top health systems have more than $12.3 billion in active projects plus another $9.2 billion in the planning stages.”.

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DECEMBER 15, 2017

Traveling abroad to speak with professionals who are pushing the bounds of what’s possible in construction today is definitely a job perk. In doing so, I get to see firsthand how similar our struggles to modernize are. Looking beyond today’s constraints to the possibility of what “could be” is a key characteristic of those defining and delivering innovation to design and building firms across the globe.

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DECEMBER 13, 2017

As a commercial energy code specialist, I am often asked the same questions by contractors: “How do I get my next project to meet code? What are my local energy code requirements? Where do I begin?” To help you get started, I’ve compiled a list of my top commercial energy code compliance tips. Here are some of the major components of energy codes and how to guarantee your next project is up to code: .

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DECEMBER 15, 2017

We live in a time when the creative economy reigns supreme and most organizations view “creativity” as the most valued currency. We are seeing companies like Airbnb and Twitter led by creatives, and not just business grads. Companies are paying a premium to attract and retain employees who are smart and imaginative. The big question is, once you secure outstanding talent, how do you keep the creative juices flowing and help employees feel more connected to their company’s culture?

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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.

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DECEMBER 18, 2017

Schools that provide optimal indoor environments see improved student performance and, if designed well, can also boost energy efficiency and reduce the carbon footprint. According to a report by the World Green Building Council, providing ample daylighting and energy efficient LED lighting can reduce emissions while improving achievement. For example, the report found that students in the U.S. showed a 36% increase in oral reading fluency when exposed to high-intensity light, while those in sta

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DECEMBER 26, 2017

Yesterday I used Paul Cilliers list of characteristics of a complex adaptive systems to introduce the idea that complexity in human systems – anthro-complexity – has many distinguishing characteristics. I plan to run through ten of them starting today and will do so in a discursive manner. This is an exploration of the subject not a series of definitive statements so those who want less ambiguity may want to skip the series and wait for the posts I will make around the book chapters

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DECEMBER 4, 2017

December 3, 2017 - The American Institute of Architects (AIA) will lobby aggressively in coming days against significant inequities in both the House and Senate versions of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, just as the legislation heads into conference.

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DECEMBER 12, 2017

As we approach the finish line for 2017, I continue to reflect on the state of the architecture and construction industry as I have in years past. As we contend with global issues of climate crises, labor shortages, and rising construction costs I believe that the world of architecture and construction is at an important pivot point amidst a time of disruptive technological advances.

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DECEMBER 14, 2017

Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) Chief Economist Anirban Basu predicts stability for the construction industry’s economy and expanding nonresidential construction spending in 2018. While construction project backlog and contractor confidence remain high heading into the new year, Basu warns there are risks to the 2018 outlook as a number of potential cost increases could come into play.

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DECEMBER 6, 2017

Spread across 1.3 million sf in Austin, Texas the new East Austin District will provide the fast-growing city with its first pro-sports stadium and large-scale music arena. The 40,000-seat outdoor bowl is designed for large-scale soccer and rugby matches, music festivals, and other major events. The 15,000-seat multi-purpose arena is connected to the stadium and will serve as the home for Rodeo Austin, musical acts, basketball, and hockey. .

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DECEMBER 12, 2017

This spring, construction is expected to begin on the first phases of West Farm, a 500-acre, $1.2 billion live/work destination in Omaha, Neb., that, when built out over the next 15 years, will include 1.36 million sf of office space, 500,000 sf of retail, 1,900 apartments and townhouses, 400 single-family homes, and a 300-room hotel.

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DECEMBER 11, 2017

The Detroit Foundation Hotel, an adaptive reuse and merging of two historic buildings, has emerged as one of the hotter downtown boutique spots serving the Motor City’s recovery. The five-story, 100-key hotel, which opened on May 12, recently took home best honors in the Upscale category at the 37 th annual Gold Key Awards for Excellence in Hospitality Design.

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DECEMBER 1, 2017

It took 11 years and creative financing through a public-private partnership to resurrect UC Berkeley’s Bowles Hall, the nation’s first residential college. Built in 1928 and listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the Gothic-style building became too expensive to maintain and fell into disrepair over the years.

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DECEMBER 7, 2017

Sustainability. The word has crept into the mainstream of American life – from the food we eat and clothes we wear to the cars we drive and furniture we sit on. More and more consumers want to know what materials were used to make the products we buy and how they affect our bodies and the environment.

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DECEMBER 11, 2017

The design of the new Storstrøm Prison in Gundslev, Denmark echoes the structure and scale of a small provincial community to stimulate the urge and ability to rejoin society after serving a prison sentence. The prison, described by project architect C.F. Møller as “the world’s most humane prison,” is designed to accommodate around 250 inmates.

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DECEMBER 28, 2017

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