Life of an Architect
JUNE 18, 2019
Every project goes through these phases - small, big, really small, and then just right - and letting people know what to expect is something that I do on every project. Continue reading Small, Big, Really Small, and Just Right at Life of an Architect.
BD+C
JUNE 17, 2019
100 Shawmut Avenue is a new 138-unit condominium community under construction in Boston’s South End Landmark District.
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EntreArchitect
JUNE 19, 2019
When Annmarie and I launched our architecture studio in 1999, we knew that we wanted to give our firm a unique identity. Every other firm in the region was named for their founders. Another “Smith and Smith Architects” was not what we wanted to be. (No offense to any Smith and Smiths out there.) Our plans were to create a firm unlike anyone else and we needed a name to separate us from the pack.
DesignScape Architects
JUNE 18, 2019
Building and decorating your home doesn’t have to take a toll on the environment. Use these eco-friendly interior design tips, created by the Design Scape team, when decorating your home! Use Furniture Made From Natural Materials This sounds like it’s going to be difficult to source natural materials, but it’s easier than you think. When you think of “natural materials” think wood, ethically-sourced cotton, leather scraps, and recycled felt made from plastic water bottles.
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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
JUNE 18, 2019
Those who have read Agatha Christie’s novel Murder on the Orient Express (1934), will have a vivid mental image of the train I am about to describe: Art deco cabins with shiny polished wood, brass luggage racks, staff members in elegant hats, champagne bar, high-end cutlery and crockery for sophisticated dining.
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BD+C
JUNE 19, 2019
Thanks to the wonders of 3D imaging, virtual reality and other tech tools being applied to design and construction, new, sometimes unheard of before concepts for structures are being imagined and built. “Concept designs” are hot.
BD+C
JUNE 17, 2019
Since 1989, Rancho Los Amigos National Rehabilitation Center, Downey, Calif. has been rated one of “America’s Best Rehabilitation Hospitals” by U.S. News & World Report. But in 2003, its owner, Los Angeles County, almost closed it down. The community rallied behind the hospital, spurring a three-year, $412 million campus revitalization that was completed last fall.
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JUNE 15, 2019
Since 2014, Turner Construction has been involved in a number of projects on the Murfreesboro, Tenn., campus of Middle Tennessee State University. These include the three-building Science Corridor of Innovation, a $147 million, 250,000-sf complex for the school’s Biology and Chemistry departments, that at the time of its completion was the largest single facility appropriated by the state for a public university.
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JUNE 20, 2019
Four years ago, The Weitz Company formed a public-private partnership with the city of Des Moines and Polk County, Iowa, for a $101 million hotel/convention center in downtown Des Moines. Weitz, acting as developer and design-builder, leased the land and borrowed the money for the project. The city and county formed the nonprofit Iowa Events Center Hotel Corp. to create a lease-purchase agreement for the property upon completion.
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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.
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JUNE 18, 2019
The Frank Lloyd Wright Trust has recently announced plans for a new Visitor and Education Center to be built adjacent to Wright’s Home and Studio. The expansion will strengthen the Trust’s relationship with the Oak Park community, deepen its educational impact, increase indoor and outdoor capacity by over 20,000 sf, and improve the experience of the 90,000 visitors the Home and Studio site receives each year. .
BD+C
JUNE 15, 2019
Since 2014, Turner Construction has been involved in a number of projects on the Murfreesboro, Tenn., campus of Middle Tennessee State University. These include the three-building Science Corridor of Innovation, a $147 million, 250,000-sf complex for the school’s Biology and Chemistry departments, that at the time of its completion was the largest single facility appropriated by the state for a public university.
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JUNE 21, 2019
The American National Standards Institute (ANSI) approved ANSI-GBI 01-2019: Green Globes Assessment Protocol for Commercial Buildings as a consensus document and American National Standard.
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JUNE 20, 2019
Pacific Visions is the first major addition to the Aquarium of the Pacific since it opened in 1998. During the two-year construction period, the aquarium—which averages 2,000 visitors a day, and doubles as a research hub—stayed open with no closures, and the Building Team took great care to protect the facility’s 11,000-plus animals, which include the oldest sea otter in captivity.
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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JUNE 18, 2019
That which could have turned into “another drab stretch … of bureaucratic architecture” has become what Washington Post architecture critic Philip Kennicott has called “a rare example of urban jazz” in the District of Columbia. The project team behind Midtown Center demolished four buildings (including the Post's one-time headquarters) at night and erected a hip duo of 14-story, copper-clad towers accented by three enclosed bridges mounted over a 10,000-sf pedestrian way/courtyard.
BD+C
JUNE 21, 2019
A car dealership whose owners are calling it the largest Nissan outlet in the country recently opened in Texas where, as is well known, everything is said to be bigger. In this case, it may well be true. Central Automotive Group’s Central Houston Nissan recently opened on a 16-acre parcel along the 610 loop and celebrated its grand opening June 12. The dealership building spans 162,500 SF.
BD+C
JUNE 20, 2019
SOM, Architectus, and Dexus Property Group recently completed work on 100 Mount Street, a new 39-story glass-enclosed tower in Sydney’s Central Business District.
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JUNE 21, 2019
DeSimone Consulting Engineers (SE) partnered with Concrete Architectural Associates (architect) and Stephen B. Jacobs Group (AOR) on the 100,000-sf, 300-key citizenM Bowery Hotel in New York’s Bowery neighborhood. This is the second New York hotel for boutique hotelier citizenM, based in Amsterdam, but its first U.S. inn using modular construction. At 21 stories (15 of them modular), it is the world’s tallest modular hotel.
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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?
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JUNE 20, 2019
In an op-ed in the June 19 Chicago Tribune, University of Notre Dame professor of architecture Philip Bess outlines a plan developed by graduate students Marie Acalin and Roger Foreman to locate the controvesial Obama Presidential Center to Chicago's Midway Plaisance, rather than the currently planned 20-acre site in Jackson Park.
BD+C
JUNE 21, 2019
Bob Ross Realty, the long-time owner and manager of the Axiom Apartments, located in San Antonio, Texas, knew they needed to give the exterior of this complex more than just a fresh coat of paint in order to keep it looking good and maintenance-free for the long haul. The 60-year-old complex consists of four structures—one office and three apartment buildings.
BD+C
JUNE 21, 2019
Demand for design services in May remained essentially flat in comparison to the previous month, according to a new report today from The American Institute of Architects (AIA). AIA’s Architecture Billings Index (ABI) score for May showed a small increase in design services at 50.2, which is slightly down from 50.5 in April. Any score above 50 indicates an increase in billings.
BD+C
JUNE 19, 2019
You spend a lot of thought specifying or installing the right product for the application. But if that product does not arrive at the jobsite at the right time, in the right amounts, in good condition, then catastrophes can follow, from ruined materials delivered too early, to lost work days, crew frustration, missed deadlines, and even to lawsuits.
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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
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JUNE 19, 2019
The new San Diego County Sheriff's Crime Lab, Major Crimes, and Property & Evidence Unit Building is the latest addition to the County Operations Center in Kearney Mesa. It replaces a facility that was located in a converted hospital.
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JUNE 19, 2019
One hurricane would test most project teams. But a Building Team led by construction manager Robins & Morton had to battle through both Hurricane Matthew in 2016 and Hurricane Irma in 2017 to complete the 164,000-sf expansion of Tradition Medical Center, Port Saint Lucie, Fla. Martin Health System had wisely built the original three-story hospital, which opened in 2013, with enough structural capacity for vertical expansion.
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JUNE 17, 2019
Scale, size and a strategic approach to managing stormwater come together at The Wharf, a mixed-use development winding along the historic Potomac waterway in the nation’s capital. The mixed-use development includes retail shops, office space, hotels, residences and even a 140,000 square foot concert hall which celebrated the opening of the public-private project by hometown rock band the Foo Fighters in October 2017.
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JUNE 18, 2019
The I CAN Child Care & Learning Center, Hampton, Va., is proof that good things come in small, economical packages. This 9,000-sf facility, built at a cost of $206/sf by Mark Turner Construction, a minority-owned CM firm, provides much-needed daycare primarily to families of local military personnel and shipyard workers. Recognizing that I CAN had outgrown its previous facility located in a strip mall, the owners, a minority-run business, secured a long-abandoned site once used for vehicle a
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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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