BD+C
MAY 1, 2013
'St. Basil''s Cathedral. The Arc de Triomphe. The Colosseum. The Empire State Building. These are among the dozens of iconic buildings and landmark structures featured in a new book from LEGO master builder Warren Elsmore. Body Image: read more.
EntreArchitect
MAY 26, 2013
What’s holding you back from the success of your dreams? Last summer my son Henry built a rowboat; an eleven foot poorboy skiff built from mahogany lumber and plywood. I shared Henry’s story here on the blog and sent a copy to the local newspaper in Alexandria Bay, New York near where Henry’s boat was christened and launched. Henry was so excited when he saw his name and photograph in print.
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BD+C
MAY 30, 2013
'Building information modeling tools are great, but if you can''t run efficient, productive coordination meetings, the Building Team will never realize the benefits of true BIM coordination. Here are some helpful tips for making the most of BIM coordination meetings based on my experience working on BIM/VDC-driven projects: read more.
BD+C
MAY 21, 2013
'Broad Sustainable Building informs treehugger.com that a long and arduous approval process has been completed, and that they are starting excavation and construction on Sky City in June, 2013. Body Image: read more.
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BD+C
MAY 2, 2013
'A nationwide group of Building Information Modeling users, known as the BIMForum, is seeking industry input on a proposed set of standards establishing how complete Building Information Models (BIMs) need to be for different stages of the design and construction process. read more.
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BD+C
MAY 3, 2013
'This week, the Green Building Advisory Committee established by the General Services Administration (GSA), officially recommended to GSA that the LEED green building certification system be used for all GSA buildings as the best measure of building efficiency. The committee also conveyed that LEED should be the primary way to show how agency buildings use energy and water and that LEED standards are the most conducive to meet the Energy Independence and Security Act. read more.
BD+C
MAY 31, 2013
'Inhabitat''s Lori Zimmer profiles a wild proposal by the city of Osaka, Japan, that would transform the Dotonbori Canal into a 2,625-foot-long, 40-foot-wide pool—creating the largest outdoor pool in the world. Once constructed, the pool would be pumped with millions of gallons of purified city water. read more.
BD+C
MAY 24, 2013
'James Turrell , an artist whose projects are more properly defined as "light sculptures," will have a major installation at the Guggenheim Museum this summer, turning Frank Lloyd Wright''s famed serpentine atrium into a show of shifting colors and textures. The site-specific project, Aten Reign, will run from June 21 to September 25, and will fill the volume of the rotunda with morphing displays of natural and artificial light.
BD+C
MAY 23, 2013
'Current federal contracting laws are harming the livelihood of small architecture firms, costing the government more money by increasing the number of firms competing, while discouraging small firms from entering the market, according to AIA testimony presented today on Capitol Hill. read more.
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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.
BD+C
MAY 31, 2013
'The International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers and the National Electrical Contractors Association announced the grand opening of the Zero Net Energy Center ( www.znecenter.org ). Located in San Leandro, Calif., the ZNE Center is the first commercial building retrofit designed to meet the U.S. Department of Energy’s requirements for a “zero net energy” building.
BD+C
MAY 29, 2013
'The American Institute of Architects has selected six recipients to receive the 2013 AIA/ALA Library Building Awards. Biennially, representatives from the AIA and the American Library Association gather to celebrate the finest examples of library design by architects licensed in the U.S. The 2013 AIA/ALA Library Building Awards honor six separate projects.
BD+C
MAY 20, 2013
'According to the results of a just-released survey, the country is undergoing a parking revolution as the industry embraces a variety of new technologies that make it easier for people to find and pay for parking, and for parking authorities to better manage it. Body Image: read more.
BD+C
MAY 15, 2013
'Low-emissivity (low-e) glasses are critical to making today’s buildings brighter, more energy-efficient and more sustainable. By controlling solar heat gain and promoting daylighting, they help buildings use less energy for temperature control and lighting, while adding the human benefits associated with outdoor views and more pleasant working and living environments.
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.
BD+C
MAY 2, 2013
'The blog Rock & Dirt put together this infographic to highlight some of world''s most notable construction projects. From the Great Pyramids of Giza to the U.S. Interstate Highway System, the infographic outlines interesting facts about these projects with great visual representations. Check it out below: Body Image: read more.
BD+C
MAY 21, 2013
'Tile of Spain consultant and ceramic tile expert Ryan Fasan presented his "What''s Trending in Tile" roundup at the Coverings 2013 show in Atlanta earlier this month. His trends range from high-tech products that incorporate nanotechnology to tile with depth and movement. Here''s an overview of Fasan''s emerging tile trends for 2013 (via Tile of Spain''s Pinterest page ): Body Image: read more.
BD+C
MAY 24, 2013
'NBBJ has released renderings of a revised plan for Amazon ''s new three-block headquarters in Seattle. The proposal would replace a previously approved six-story office building with a three-unit "biodome": spheres that will hold large, mature trees and other plants in open, high-bay space. Retail stores are programmed for the ground floor of the spheres, which will comprise about 65,000 sf of space for work, dining, meetings, and recreation.
BD+C
MAY 23, 2013
'Portland State University’s School of Architecture is proud to announce the launch of its new Center for Public Interest Design, a research center that aims to investigate and utilize the power of design to make social, economic and environmental change in disadvantaged communities worldwide. The Center is the first of its kind in the nation. read more.
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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
MAY 6, 2013
'In each issue of Building Design+Construction , we feature the latest new construction and renovation projects in our On the Drawing Board section. Here''s a collection of recently profiled multifamily residential projects under construction in the U.S. They include Hines'' first for-rent residential project in Atlanta (@1377) and a $140 million redevelopment of a landmark, 45-building apartment complex in Los Angeles’s Venice district.
BD+C
MAY 2, 2013
'Italian innovators Andrea Sesta and Daniela Galvani have launched [im]possible living : a web community born to "map and give new life to abandoned buildings." read more.
BD+C
MAY 7, 2013
'Like a giant wing standing on its end, the planned 400-meter-high, 116-story Imperial Tower in Mumbai will feature a slender, rounded form optimized to withstand the area''s strong wind currents. The scheme by Adrian Smith + Gordon Gill Architecture features dozens of sky gardens notched out of the glass-and-steel facade that, according to the design team, will "confuse the wind.".
BD+C
MAY 3, 2013
'As experienced designers, contractors, and owners know, most paint and coating problems are correctable, but some are especially stubborn to address. The following is a partial compendium of typical failure modes and methods for addressing the problem, as provided by paint and coatings manufacturer Benjamin Moore & Co. ( www.benjaminmoore.com ): read more.
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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
MAY 28, 2013
'Great cities are defined by great places. It is the avenues, squares, grand halls and, of course, the people who inhabit them that give a city its character. A unique blend of architecture, open space, transit, infrastructure, history, culture, and art, the Interchange represents an exciting vision of this character manifest in an urban environment.
BD+C
MAY 28, 2013
'Great cities are defined by great places. It is the avenues, squares, grand halls and, of course, the people who inhabit them that give a city its character. A unique blend of architecture, open space, transit, infrastructure, history, culture, and art, the Interchange represents an exciting vision of this character manifest in an urban environment.
BD+C
MAY 15, 2013
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BD+C
MAY 20, 2013
'Although 2013 isn’t likely to be anyone’s idea of a blockbuster year for real estate performance, landlords across an array of commercial property types are gaining pricing control and increased rental income from their assets. Keys to the equation for property types other than apartments are construction volumes near 40-year lows and incremental job gains from a handful of growth sectors, including energy and technology. read more.
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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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