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APRIL 4, 2019
The American Institute of Architects (AIA) and the American Library Association will award six libraries with the 2019 AIA/ALA Library Building Awards for excellence in architectural design. You will find each project and a brief description from the AIA below. For more information, click the project name or image. .
Life of an Architect
MARCH 31, 2019
There isn’t an architect walking the planet that hasn’t questioned if they were making the right decision when they decided to become an architect – at least not if they’re being honest with themselves … which leads us to today’s topic of “ Making an Architect ” [Note: If you are reading this via email, you will have to click here to access the on-site audio player] Today we are going to try and answer the question “Do I Have What it Takes to be an Architect” – which I will admit is a pr
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Architecture Chat
APRIL 2, 2019
Architecture professional experience or internships have gradually become more than just being part of the academic curriculum or a tick mark on a to do list as an architecture student. They have now become a career defining process that will add to your skill set, allow you to add professional projects to your personal portfolio and also help you figure out your future specialization or career goals.
Architects Tales
APRIL 1, 2019
– “God is in the details”- Ludwig Mies van der Rohe. -“God is a verb.”- Buckminster Fuller. Story No. 25 for the blog, architects-tales.com, Copyright 2019 by Dale R. Ellickson. Many professions such as lawyers, doctors and architects have a rule of halves. The rule of halves is a restatement of the meaning of “median” in statistics: that is, in any group of people, half of them will be on one side of the median and the other half will be on the other side.
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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.
BD+C
APRIL 5, 2019
Bjarke Ingels Group (BIG) recently unveiled its vision for Oceanix City, a man-made ecosystem designed to grow, transform, and adapt organically over time, evolving from neighborhoods to cities with the possibility of scaling indefinitely. The idea was shown as part of the first UN high-level roundtable on Sustainable Floating Cities.
Architecture Focus brings together the best content for architecture professionals from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
BD+C
APRIL 3, 2019
A $2 rise in average U.S. rents in February 2019 and year-over-year growth of 3.6%, the highest since late 2016, point to the multifamily industry’s continuing strength, according to a report from Yardi Matrix. A February survey of 127 major U.S. real estate markets shows that demand, bolstered by a job market with low unemployment and accelerating wage growth, shows no signs of slowing.
BD+C
APRIL 4, 2019
Chicago recently announced a “comprehensive” overhaul to local building codes. It had been 70 years since the last wholesale revamp of the city’s codes. The city has adopted the International Building Code’s (IBC) terminology and classification systems. The new code will include: · Provisions for modern materials. · Update sprinkler requirements to increase safety and encourage development.
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APRIL 4, 2019
Globe Life Field, the Texas Rangers currently-under-construction ballpark, is progressing towards its March 2020 completion date. The ballpark is designed by HKS architects with VLK Architects acting as the associate architect. The stadium is the cornerstone of Texas Live!, a dining, entertainment, and luxury hospitality complex that has been under construction since 2016.
BD+C
APRIL 3, 2019
A recent poll of healthcare providers found that 85% agree that most patients will not require an in-person physician evaluation by 2021. Virtual doctor visits will be common, smartphones and wearable sensors will be used widely to record a patient’s health information, and patients will have greater access to self-serving their health needs via technology equipped unmanned kiosks.
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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
APRIL 5, 2019
Businesses evolve so that they can serve their customers and stay competitive in their markets. But to do so, they need to recruit and retain top talent. Using data-driven insights, CallisonRTKL works with clients to create offices that offer compelling employee experiences.
BD+C
APRIL 2, 2019
Depending on whom you ask, brick-and-mortar retail stores are not just on shaky ground, they’re on a precipice of complete oblivion. Honestly, I am exhausted by the constant death knell for retail. I question the statements that I read over and over from economists and journalists who say that brick-and-mortar is done and that we’re moving wholly toward a digital, on-demand retail future.
BD+C
APRIL 3, 2019
Innovative building and construction materials, such as pollution-absorbing bricks, light-generating cement, photovoltaic paints, and self-healing concrete can make buildings more sustainable and durable. Manufacturers of these construction chemicals and advanced materials (CAMs) have the potential to fuel several construction trends, according to a report from Deloitte LLP.
BD+C
APRIL 2, 2019
Located on the 61st floor of the Lebua at State Tower, Chef’s Table is a new restaurant that sits 820 feet above the city of Bangkok. Because of the restaurant’s unique location, the architecture firm in charge of the project, dwp, created a conceptualized theater-like, 360-degree open culinary kitchen with an open floor plan.
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
APRIL 2, 2019
Although a year away from its completion in 2020, the new National Veterans Resource Center (NVRC) is already making an impact. Located on the Syracuse University campus in New York State, the NVRC will facilitate the efforts of several on-campus veteran related organizations by combining them in the same facility for the first time. Syracuse University’s roots with the US military and veterans date to the first World War with the oldest continuously operating ROTC unit and include supporting re
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APRIL 3, 2019
Arrogate Village, a new multifamily development in the Nexton mixed-use community, will bring 264 apartments to Summerville, S.C., just north of Charleston. The development will feature a mix of one-, two-, and three-bedroom units with wood plank flooring, custom cabinetry, walkin-in closets, and balconies. Select units will include sunrooms, built-in desks, double vanities, and attached garages. .
BD+C
APRIL 3, 2019
In May, Sacred Heart Hospital in Pensacola, Fla., is set to move into its new four-story, $85 million Children’s Hospital expansion. The project includes 175,000 sf of new construction and 13,000 sf of renovation and backfill.
BD+C
APRIL 5, 2019
For many years, Corrigan Tower, originally designed in 1950 by architect Wyatt C. Hedrick and constructed starting in 1952, provided rentable office space on Elm Street in downtown Dallas. Named for Owner/Developer Leo Corrigan, the building was designed to sit atop the existing Tower Theater, one of the prominent entertainment venues along Elm Street that rivaled the Majestic Theater to the east.
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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
APRIL 5, 2019
New York City appears to be heading towards a congestion pricing plan for Manhattan drivers.
BD+C
APRIL 4, 2019
Gries Architectural Group, Inc. was tasked with designing a new car showroom to accentuate the sleek design of the vehicles that will inhabit it. Architects turn to reveals when they desire to create modern lines and clean interiors, this project included. Aluminum reveals have long been the best option to achieve this look. However, silver vinyl reveals are now available and at a lower cost than aluminum reveals, while offering the same look, and faster installation.
BD+C
APRIL 3, 2019
Inspired by the flat landscape of the Mississippi Delta region, the design of the GRAMMY Museum® Mississippi reflects its surroundings where Delta blues – the root form of most music – was born. The creation of the GRAMMY Museum® Mississippi pays homage to the music genre that flourished in the Cleveland, Mississippi area.
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