BD+C

DECEMBER 18, 2018

An expanding engineering and construction industry faces a digital future that is not only reshaping cities but also how the industry’s businesses operate. This is one of the key observations that Deloitte Consulting presents in its recent paper “2019 Engineering and Construction Industry Outlook.” The paper’s author—Michelle Meisels, Principal and Engineering and Construction Leader—emphasizes the centrality of data analysis in the ability of the industry to deliver urban projects for cities wh

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Life of an Architect

DECEMBER 16, 2018

It would seem that I am getting a reputation where cocktails are involved … ironic since I don’t really drink all that much. While I enjoy drinking adult beverages, it would appear that I enjoy making them just as much as drinking them. What started as a way to entertain myself a few years ago, I have since put upon myself the yearly challenge of coming up with an appropriate holiday cocktail which I will share as a reward to the people who have put up reading my site over the preced

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Dwell

DECEMBER 20, 2018

These tasty and tasteful gingerbread houses and campers take cues from the best in iconic architecture and design. Although most gingerbread houses are of the ornate, A-frame cottage variety found in fairy tales like "Hansel and Gretel," they don’t have to be confined to convention. As we’ve discovered, there are many architecturally inspired gingerbread house designs to be found—and quite a few classic Airstreams and campers, too.

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Architects for Urbanity

DECEMBER 21, 2018

We wish you all a Merry Christmas & a Happy New Year !!! Architects for Urbanity is celebrating Christmas Holidays with an abstract custom-made timber tree.

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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.

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BD+C

DECEMBER 20, 2018

In keeping with an aggressive business plan focused on software development for the construction industry, Autodesk has made two key acquisitions that it hopes will broaden its construction management platforms.

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EntreArchitect

DECEMBER 18, 2018

The Passion Profit Cycle of Success. Prior to starting our own firms, we business-owner architects experienced an “entrepreneurial seizure”, as Michael Gerber so accurately described in his book, The E-Myth Revisited: Why Most Small Businesses Don’t Work and What to Do About It. It’s the precise moment when a passionate employee commits to starting her own firm.

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BD+C

DECEMBER 17, 2018

As part of its hosting duties for the 2022 FIFA World Cup, Qatar is building eight new stadiums across the country. Recently, the design of the eighth and largest stadium, Lusail Stadium, was unveiled by the Supreme Committee for Delivery & Legacy (SC) just north of the host city of Doha. The stadium features a golden bowl structure and apertures shaped like “fanar” lanterns.

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BD+C

DECEMBER 20, 2018

Despite recent headlines debating the benefits or disadvantages of the open-plan office, collaborative workplace designs—with open-plan layouts, minimal to no individual office space, and, in some cases, unassigned seating—will continue to be the design choice of the future, with some well-informed adjustments. Call it ‘open plan 2.0.’.

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BD+C

DECEMBER 19, 2018

Commercial real estate brokers are optimistic about their industry’s growth prospects for 2019, according to a poll of brokers that Transwestern released last month. They are buoyed by strong consumer and business confidence, steady employment growth, and the anticipation of available debt and equity liquidity. The survey explored the sentiments of brokerage professionals about three sectors: offices, medical offices, and industrial.

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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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BD+C

DECEMBER 19, 2018

Architecture firm billings growth expanded in November by a healthy margin, according to a new report today from The American Institute of Architects (AIA). AIA’s Architecture Billings Index (ABI) score for November was 54.7 compared to 50.4 in October. With the strongest billings growth figure since January and continued strength in new project inquiries and design contracts, billings are closing the year on a strong note.

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BD+C

DECEMBER 20, 2018

Color is a language that everyone understands. Although many features of a building can catch our attention, few speak louder than color. It is often the first thing that we notice and is an essential component of first impressions. Color conveys emotion and creates a unique experience.

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BD+C

DECEMBER 18, 2018

Design is innovation. And innovation in architectural design poses a challenge to reimagine space, reinterpret architectural vocabulary, repurpose material and reinvent building techniques – all with the ultimate aim of reshaping the environment in which we dwell.

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BD+C

DECEMBER 17, 2018

The American Institute of Architects (AIA) Committee on the Environment (COTE) is releasing a new tool that can help architecture firms design high-performance building. . The AIA COTE® Top Ten Toolkit presents curated, concise and effective strategies for achieving sustainable designs and provides criteria for evaluating a project after it is built.

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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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BD+C

DECEMBER 18, 2018

For a recent U.S. paper mill project, a global supplier of specialty papers and engineered products called upon the experts at Piping Layout Consultants (PLC), a full-service, mechanical design firm based in Louisville, Kentucky.

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BD+C

DECEMBER 18, 2018

The commercial property and casualty (P&C) market is driven by two powerful, albeit conflicting, forces: large catastrophic losses and excess capital. As a substantial part of real estate development is happening in areas exposed to floods, wildfires, severe storms, hurricanes and earthquakes, insurance companies are rethinking how to deploy their capital to manage aggregation in catastrophe exposed areas.

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BD+C

DECEMBER 20, 2018

New York State’s so-called “Scaffold Law,” which makes construction companies 100% liable for work-site injuries , is under heavy criticism for driving up the cost of construction projects.

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BD+C

DECEMBER 18, 2018

Not to be outdone by Amazon and Apple , Google recently announced its very own campus expansion project: Google Hudson Square. The $1 billion project will establish a new campus and expand the company’s New York City presence.

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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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BD+C

DECEMBER 19, 2018

The New York metropolitan area is on track to generate $1.797 trillion in gross domestic product in 2019, which would rank first among all metros in the United States by a wide margin. New York is projected to hold onto that ranking through at least 2035, when its GDP could reach $2.511 trillion, according to the annual Global Cities report published by Oxford Economics, a London-based independent global advisory firm.

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BD+C

DECEMBER 17, 2018

The Society for College and University Planning (SCUP) and the University of Pennsylvania School of Nursing announced survey results from 114 US colleges and universities that help document the levels, quality, and availability of lactation spaces and supports across campus for breastfeeding faculty, staff, students, and campus visitors.

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BD+C

DECEMBER 20, 2018

The design applications of glass are as limitless as the imagination. Glass coatings and colors can be applied primarily for aesthetic purposes, yet the performance benefits are an added - sometimes necessary - bonus. Tinted glass is one type that satisfies both of these considerations, enhancing the appearance of a building façade while improving its solar performance.

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BD+C

DECEMBER 19, 2018

Plumbing Manufacturers International (PMI) introduced parameters for the use of indoor recycled water. The guidance was developed for water utilities to ensure that plumbing products function as intended by manufacturers. The water quality limits provide recommended ranges on 13 different parameters of water quality.

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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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BD+C

DECEMBER 18, 2018

As development increases in Africa and Asia, and the adoption of air conditioning grows around the globe, pressure on the building sector to continue to boost energy efficiency may grow.

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BD+C

DECEMBER 17, 2018

Like a lot of projects that were shelved during the housing crash, the mixed-used development called 3900 Adeline in Emeryville, Calif., had some trouble getting restarted when it was resurrected in 2010. Located in a transitioning industrial neighborhood, the project called an existing one-story light industrial building to be replaced with 101 for-rent residential and live/work units as well as 1,000 square feet of retail space — if architects could make the budget work.

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