BD+C

AUGUST 21, 2020

The spread of the coronavirus has had a devastating impact on the U.S. and worldwide economies. But that spread also created health and wellness scenarios for the built environment that lend themselves to reconstruction and renovation, say AEC firms. “I anticipate an increase in renovation/reconstruction as buildings are adapted to COVID-required standards,” says Guy Geier, FAIA, FIIDA, LEED AP, Managing Partner with FX Collaborative.

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L² Design

AUGUST 28, 2020

Last week we looked at modern outdoor showers to give a refreshing take on this humid summer. This week we’re following up with some outdoor showers that are even better – they’re by the beach! Let’s jump right in. This is the latest in a weekly post of residential architecture inspiration. If you want to […]. The post Inspiration #67: Outdoor Shower pt 2 appeared first on L² Design, LLC.

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Life of an Architect

AUGUST 24, 2020

Should you paint your fence black? I came pretty close and settled in on a charcoal color (which was a nice change from the previous color of "raw hot dog") and I'm here to tell you that going dark can be a very good thing. The post Going Dark on my Fence and Deck first appeared on Life of an Architect. Continue reading Going Dark on my Fence and Deck at Life of an Architect.

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Dwell

AUGUST 23, 2020

These fairy-tale cabins are the dose of escapism you need. If you’re like us, then the pandemic has you dreaming of absconding to a quaint, woodland retreat or building your own micro cabin in a secluded locale. The tiny cabins below—some of which are for rent—are destined for your vision board. Woodlands Hideout Though this 190-square-foot hideaway is a solo retreat, the act of creating it proved to be uniting, not isolating, for Rico Castillero and Duane Reed.

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Historic LDS Architecture

AUGUST 31, 2020

Here is an image of a funeral in the original tabernacle. A balcony went around three sides. At the front was a reed organ that actually had artificial pipes to look like a much more elaborate pipe organ. In the 1941 renovation, a new chapel was built on the north end and the original chapel space was repurposed to serve as classrooms and offices. Here is a picture of what the chapel looked like.

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BD+C

AUGUST 3, 2020

A new report and infographic released by the Southwest Energy Efficiency Project (SWEEP) provides guidance for local governments on policy options and pathways to electrify new buildings. The report, “Building Electrification: How Cities and Counties are Implementing Electrification Policies – with Adoptable Code Language,” provides insight to encourage more all-electric buildings.

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L² Design

AUGUST 21, 2020

Maybe it’s because I spent all last week sweating it out in our near-100% humidity building the new south fence at #L2HQ, but I’ve been dreaming of an outdoor shower lately. Refreshing after working in the backyard, rinsing off after going for a long ride, or for no reason at all – an outdoor shower […]. The post Inspiration #66: Outdoor Shower pt 1 appeared first on L² Design, LLC.

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Life of an Architect

AUGUST 16, 2020

If you’ve ever dreamed of starting your own design firm, maybe you’ve just graduated from school, perhaps you’ve worked for another firm and seen first-hand what not to do and decided it’s time to go out on your own, today is the show for you because today’s topic is “Starting a Design Firm”. Continue reading 056: Starting A Design Firm at Life of an Architect.

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Dwell

AUGUST 3, 2020

Keep the night sweats at bay with our favorite cooling bedding. If you’ve ever spent a night tussling with tangled, muggy linens that are more effective at clinging to your skin than your mattress, there’s a solution for these unpleasant sleeping experiences: cooling sheets. This famously breezy bedding has unmistakable qualities: they’re made of lightweight, well-ventilated for extra breathability, and are crafted from natural sources such as bamboo and cotton.

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DesignScape Architects

AUGUST 27, 2020

Because of the ever-skyrocketing property prices and the increase in many families and individuals looking to downscale their living spaces and simplify their lives, the tiny house movement has exploded in popularity. This has led to many people making do and even thriving in spaces that may once be thought of as impossible to live in. Small space living does pose many challenges, and the biggest challenge is most probably storage.

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Jane Griswold Radocchia

AUGUST 25, 2020

The posts in this series Lessons 1-7 are : [link] [link] [link] [link] [link] [link] [link] [link] [link] [link].

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BD+C

AUGUST 13, 2020

Disease prevention has had a large impact on public space planning and design throughout history. Typhoid, smallpox and cholera epidemics in the 1800s brought forth the sanitary movement creating municipal sewer systems, indoor plumbing and wider, straighter streets that changed the way much of the world lives. The iconic, tree-lined allees of Paris and New York’s Central Park both sought to bring sunlight and fresh air into the city to combat infectious disease.

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Historic LDS Architecture

AUGUST 25, 2020

Blog Updates: 5/6/2020 - Updated the post on the Union Stake Tabernacle with new pictures of stained glass. 8/24/2020 - New post on the Afton Stake Tabernacle. 8/25/2020 - Updated creation room pictures on the Cardston Temple. After almost 6 years of consistent posting, nearly 600 posts, hundreds of messages and comments from readers, and hundreds of thousands of views on this blog, I have reached the point where I will no longer be able to publish regular posts on this blog.

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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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Life of an Architect

AUGUST 2, 2020

How does scale factor into the practice of architecture? For any architect, scale and proportion are two skills that appear to be the most challenging to master. Continue reading 055: Scale This! at Life of an Architect. How does scale factor into the practice of architecture? For any architect, scale and proportion are two skills that appear to be the most challenging to master.

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Ronen Bekerman

AUGUST 17, 2020

Globe Plants released a second, Tropical Garden oriented bundle. It includes 15 common shrub and tree species used in Tropical garden and landscaping purpose with 91 unique models that come in many forms for you to use in your scenes. These models are available as MESH, BLENDER, C4D, and SKETCHUP formats you only need to drag and drop and ready to render, with GrowFX format, you gain maximum flexibility to edit the plants as much as you like.

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Wolf Architects

AUGUST 13, 2020

The Fitzroy project is a current design project undertaken by WOLF Architects. The clients have used WOLF before on two separate projects so it’s always with great honour to when clients return to us repeatedly. There is trust in our artistry and craftsmanship required to bring their vision to life. The brief was to convert a vintage warehouse into a contemporary home for two.

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Jane Griswold Radocchia

AUGUST 21, 2020

The Rule of Thirds is what artists call the grid that appears on your cell phone. It helps you compose and edit. A variation of this is used in Practical Geometry. Sebastiano Serlio used this diagram in his book, On Architecture, published in 1545. He writes simple instructions for the reader; he says to construct the 'lines'. Note that the triangle (with its base at the bottom of the drawing) intersects the diagonals at the the upper corners of the door.

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BD+C

AUGUST 5, 2020

The North Academic Building and the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner (ME) at Oklahoma State University’s Center for Health Sciences has started construction. The project will relocate and upgrade services from multiple buildings currently in the center of campus and is the first phase of a master plan focused on health and advancement in research and education.

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Historic LDS Architecture

AUGUST 24, 2020

Star Valley is a beautiful area on the western edge of Wyoming, settled in the 1800s by Mormon Pioneers. Afton, the central city in the valley, was home to the Star Valley Stake, organized in 1892. Built from 1904-1909, the tabernacle (known as the Star Valley Tabernacle or Afton Stake Tabernacle) was dedicated by President Joseph F. Smith. Image Source: Church History Library The building is stunning for its remote location.

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Life of an Architect

AUGUST 10, 2020

Renovating your home is fun. as long as you have an unlimited budget and don't have to live there during the process. Unfortunately for me, I don't have either of those two things and the last two weeks have been pretty rough. not in a "working-in-a-traveling-carnival" sort of way, but I would imagine that they are both equally unpleasant and would cause you to re-evaluate your life decisions several times a day.

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DesignScape Architects

AUGUST 11, 2020

It’s no secret that the Coronavirus outbreak of 2020 took the entire world by storm with new regulations and restrictions on everyday life taking its toll on individuals and businesses alike. Lockdown came as a surprise to the entire nation and we have had to get used to the ‘new-normal’ way of living in order to adapt and survive as, as it stands, we unfortunately cannot anticipate when the end of this virus’s reign over the globe will end.

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Matt Fajkus Architecture

AUGUST 10, 2020

“Whatever the reason, having an indoor/outdoor space that gives you the best of both worlds is a delicious luxury that is bound to enhance your life.” (Design Milk). We couldn’t agree more! As architects and designers, we let each site inform our design and are big fans of making useful and comfortable outdoor areas that expand the living space of homes and facilitate the specific lifestyles of our clients.

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Ronen Bekerman

AUGUST 10, 2020

Pawel Pecherzewski showcased his Island House with Blender visuals not long ago and today he dives into the waters (pun intended) and shows us what you can do with Blender as your main tool of the trade. Also using Cycles, MAXTREE , and more. Introduction to The Island House with Blender. First of all, I want to thank Ronen for inviting me to write about this project.

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BD+C

AUGUST 5, 2020

Their clients don’t expect the hospitality sector to fully recover from the coronavirus outbreak for at least two years. And while AEC firms serving this sector say they’ve restarted hotel projects that had been put on hold during the pandemic, they also foresee mostly renovation and adaptive reuse, rather than new construction, in their immediate futures.

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30X40 Design Workshop

AUGUST 9, 2020

I’ve been in my studio workspace for about four years now and as my needs have changed it was time to adapt the studio to meet new demands. As a destination separate from my home , yet still nearby, the separation has worked out well but hiring an intern for the summer meant I needed a dedicated workstation. And, I knew that the storage situation needed improvement.

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