Sat.Dec 01, 2018 - Fri.Dec 07, 2018

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Additive manufacturing heads to the jobsite

BD+C

In September 2017, a partnership that included Autodesk and the Rotterdam Additive Manufacturing LAB in the Port of Rotterdam unveiled the first ship propeller to be made using 3D printing techniques.

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Turn Up the Music in Studio – Dec’18 Mix

Life of an Architect

As 2018 comes to a close, we normally find ourselves in a bit of a lull as our clients start shuttering projects for the holiday season … that behavior isn’t too crazy as there are parties and trips to take and between Thanksgiving and New Year’s Eve, and everyone seems to have a lot going on. This is fairly normal for a residential architecture firm, except this year we are busier this November and December then we have ever been and as a result, I have been digging deeper and

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How To Systematize Your Marketing

EntreArchitect

This is the second guest post by Ashley Gartland in a series of three about simplifying your business. Marketing Without the Overwhelm. Let’s just call it like it is: marketing takes up a lot of time in your business – not to mention space in your head. Between social media, content marketing, networking and pitching, you’re working what feels like a full-time job trying to get the word out and stay on people’s radar – and not surprisingly so, because big companies actually have marketing people

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Mile High Center

Denver Urban Review

Here is a look at Denver’s Mile High Center. This 23-story building was Denver’s first modern high-rise. The building is located at 1700 Broadway in Downtown Denver. Mile High Center was designed by the world-renowned architect I. M. Pei. The building was completed in 1954. The Broe Companies purchased the building in 2004 which contains nearly 400,000 square feet of office space.

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Revolutionize Concrete Durability with Kryton’s Integral Waterproofing Solutions

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.

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Rec Centers proliferate as community hubs

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In markets around the country, the most in-demand building type isn’t an office, K-12 school, or hospital. It’s a multigenerational recreation center. Rec centers have been popping up everywhere, most conspicuously in Midwest and Western states, but usually after prolonged debates about funding and function. Once those factors are settled, the size and scope of rec centers almost invariably expand beyond the project’s initial design plans to meet stakeholders’ expectations.

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Elgin Tower: Elgin's heart beats again

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Completed in May 1929 as the headquarters for Home National Bank and Home National Savings and Trust, the 15-story Elgin Tower has had a tumultuous history. The Crash of ’29 forced the savings institution to declare bankruptcy. From that point on, the Art Deco building housed a wide range of owners and tenants, from Walgreens to the Elgin National Watch Company.

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Planning and constructing a hybrid operating room: Lessons learned

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On average, 51 Million surgical inpatient procedures are performed in the United States each year. With the increased focus on wellness, preventative, and team-based medicine, an introduction of new technology, and a change to patient outcome-based reimbursement, many traditional surgical procedures are evolving.

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2018 Reconstruction Awards: Honorable mentions

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. Back on track. Battle Street Brewery. An eyesore train depot becomes a community gem. Photo: Chuck Little Photography. For more than 30 years, the Dansville-Mount Morris Railroad (D&MM) train depot sat abandoned, slowly rotting, in the heart of this Western New York town of 5,300. The building served as a commercial stop for 90 years for this short-line railroad, which still operates today as part of the Rochester and Southern Railroad.

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Harvard debuts HouseZero as a possible response to making existing buildings more efficient

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The Harvard Center for Green Buildings and Cities (CGBC) has completed the retrofitting of its 4,600-sf headquarters in Cambridge, Mass., built in 1924, into a living laboratory called HouseZero, whose design is driven by ambitious performance targets that include nearly zero energy use for heating and cooling, zero electrical lighting during the day, operating with 100% natural ventilation, and producing zero carbon emissions.

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Overcoming Challenges in Specification Writing for Architecture

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.

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BD+C's 2018 Reconstruction Award Winners

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Building Design + Construction’s 35th annual Reconstruction Awards honor 21 projects for standing out as the best in renovation, preservation, and adaptive reuse work. For the 2018 Reconstruction Awards, BD+C awarded two Platinum awards, five Gold awards, four Silver awards, five bronze awards, and five honorable mentions. The projects ranged in use from music halls and libraries to union headquarters and mixed-use developments.

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North American steel yields lower GHG emissions than Chinese steel

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Greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from using Chinese steel in the U.S. are significantly greater than that of comparable steel made in North America, according to a series of reports by the Steel Market Development Institute (SMDI), a business unit of the American Iron and Steel Institute (AISI).

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Addition of ceiling treatments improves acoustics at Temple University School of Architecture

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Architecture students at Temple University in Philadelphia recently experienced the difference the addition of acoustical ceiling treatments can make in exposed structure spaces.

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Harvard debuts HouseZero as a possible response to making existing buildings more efficent

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The Harvard Center for Green Buildings and Cities (CGBC) has completed the retrofitting of its 4,600-sf headquarters in Cambridge, Mass., built in 1924, into a living laboratory called HouseZero, whose design is driven by ambitious performance targets that include nearly zero energy use for heating and cooling, zero electrical lighting during the day, operating with 100% natural ventilation, and producing zero carbon emissions.

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The Ultimate Guide To Data-Driven Construction: Optimize Projects, Reduce Risks, & Boost Innovation

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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Oakland A’s unveil plans to build Bjarke Ingels-designed urban ballpark

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The Oakland A’s have recently announced plans to build a next-generation urban ballpark at Howard Terminal that “returns the baseball experience to the roots of the sport, while reimagining the ballpark anew.”.

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Apartment community connects friends and neighbors through indoor-outdoor amenities

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The division between indoor and outdoor spaces continues to blur, with operable glass walls and wide French doors bringing the outdoors into indoor spaces. No longer is the back yard only for single-family developments. . Multifamily construction is evolving to accommodate this desire to create a connection between the indoors and outdoors. Condos extend to the balcony, common rooms extend to the roof deck, exercise rooms extend to the pool and living room extend to the courtyard. .

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Action on building codes would spur low-carbon cities

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Action on buildings codes is fundamental to efforts to significantly reduce urban carbon emissions, according to a report published by the Chicago Council on Global Affairs.

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2019 AIA Gold Medal awarded to Lord Richard Rogers, Hon. FAIA

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The Board of Directors and the Strategic Council of the American Institute of Architects (AIA) are honoring Lord Richard Rogers, Hon. FAIA, with the 2019 Gold Medal. . The Gold Medal honors an individual whose significant body of work has had a lasting influence on the theory and practice of architecture. Rogers is being recognized as his influence on the built environment has redefined an architect’s responsibilities to society.

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Architectural Visualization Trends and the Rise of AI

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?

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JCJ Architecture to design new housing facility for Barrier Free Living

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Set to break ground in fall 2019, a new JCJ Architecture-designed housing facility for Barrier Free Living will provide permanent housing for survivors of domestic violence with disabilities.

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Nonresidential spending rises modestly in October

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National nonresidential spending increased 0.1% in October, according to an .

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Florida tops ABC’s 2018 Merit Shop Scorecard rankings

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Florida ranked first in the Associated Builders and Contractors 2018 Merit Shop Scorecard rankings. ABC cited the Sunshine State for its pro-construction policies, job growth, and opportunities for contractors. After the repeal of the state’s prevailing wage law, Michigan improved its rating the most during the past year, moving from 24 th to 7 th.

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Payette honored with 2019 AIA Architecture Firm Award

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The Board of Directors and the Strategic Council of the American Institute of Architects (AIA) are honoring Boston-based Payette with the 2019 AIA Architecture Firm Award. . The annual AIA Architecture Firm Award is the highest honor the AIA bestows on an architecture practice. The award recognizes a firm that has consistently produced distinguished architecture for at least 10 years.

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From Plan to Reality: Unlocking the Power of Aerial Imagery for AEC

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

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Biotrack your shop

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It’s no secret that shoppers’ habits are being tracked and targeted more than ever before. These new insights and sometimes controversial capabilities lend themselves to the recent growth in biometric tactics mixed into the retail environment.

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Ask these 5 crucial questions before choosing and installing drainable wraps

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Builders who don’t properly manage moisture are asking for trouble. Water intrusion can damage exterior paint and cladding, cause structural failure, foster mold, rot and insect infestation — and lead to costly lawsuits. And yet, one third to one half of all structures have damp conditions that may encourage development of pollutants such as molds, which can cause allergic reactions — including asthma, according to the Environmental Protection Agency.

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Canadian retailer builds net-zero stores

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Canadian fashion retailer Simons opened its first net-zero store this year in Quebec City. The 80,000 sf store is outfitted with solar panels on the roof and in the parking lot, and incorporates a geothermal heating system. Simons aims to generate considerable marketing benefits from its green efforts.

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Brookfield launches contest for startups to receive two years of free office space

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In the summer of 2013, Brookfield Office Properties acquired the two-tower, 2.5-million-sf Wells Fargo Center, in downtown Los Angeles, as part of a four-building portfolio deal with a $450 million price tag.

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7 Ways Real-Time Visualization Can Solve Architectural Challenges

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.