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8 tips for converting office space to life sciences labs

BD+C

Since the onset of the coronavirus pandemic, real estate markets have clearly taken major pivots across the board. From residential adjustments toward the suburbs, the incorporation of safety barriers in public facilities, to major changes in commercial retail and restaurant consumer demands, those of us working in the built environment are seeing trends shift at a pace faster than ever before. .

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Ep 070: Dirty Side to Clean Buildings

Life of an Architect

When discussing the dirty side to clean buildings, we are focusing on Material Health and Transparency as it pertains to the practice of architecture. The post Ep 070: Dirty Side to Clean Buildings first appeared on Life of an Architect. Continue reading Ep 070: Dirty Side to Clean Buildings at Life of an Architect.

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This Summer Is All About Kick Backs, Pool Hangs, and Day Hikes—Here’s What I’m Adding to the Mix

Dwell

Dwell editor Duncan Nielsen makes his top picks for an unhurried summer season. The pandemic taught me a valuable lesson I didn’t see coming: that there’s a lot to be said for slowing things down. Over the past two-plus years, when social engagements barely existed and RSVPs to the ones that did were an empty "maybe," my FOMO vanished and the pace of life felt perfectly manageable.

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Yard weaning or weaning in the yards?

Rayner Ag

Weaning is one of the more critical management strategies in any livestock system. When done correctly, there are many benefits on offer for livestock and for producers. These range from educating livestock in how to understand and react around people through to education on how to use troughs, feeders and hay racks. Cattle require constant access to good quality hay or silage There are a number of flow-on benefits from yard weaning that are not always realised on farm.

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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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First-of-its-kind Starbucks built in just six days

BD+C

A new Starbucks store is set to open in Abbotsford, B.C. that was assembled in six days with near-zero construction waste. The store was designed to reduce the energy needs for heating and cooling compared to standard construction builds.

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Preservation Update: Surprise & Sorrow

Historic LDS Architecture

The Church released a news story today announcing some changes to the Salt Lake Temple renovation and an update on the Manti Temple renovation. In contrast to the earlier announcement, which promised to preserve the Salt Lake Temple's architecture, restoring earlier styles such as paint colors, this news release announced that the Temple will transition to single-room, film-presentation of the endowment ordinance.

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What do we design for? Who do we design for? [10]

A Better Built Environment

We design for the experiences you will enjoy in your home once it is finished. Our work isn’t about the object but rather about the outcome. When you hire us, we lead you through an iterative design process to craft the best home to meet your goals, ideas, and needs. The result of our work is not just a house, but rather it is a place for you to enjoy shared experiences, emotions, and memories.

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Calling all building design professionals: BD+C needs your expertise on design innovation in 2021

BD+C

For the March/April issue of Building Design+Construction , the editors are conducting a research project on "design innovation" in the AEC industry and real estate market. . We invite all U.S. architects, designers, structural engineers, MEP engineers, and other design professionals that specialize in building design to participate in our 10-minute, 15-question online survey. .

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Making of Lush

Ronen Bekerman

This is Lush, Lisa Della Dora’s personal project, and the only way to travel in the past year! This is a project of escape, using lots of MAXTREE 3d plants, and a test of caustics too. Can you spot the animals? Hi everybody, I’m Lisa. I’m a 3D artist, the art director of the MADI (Post-graduate Master in Digital Architecture of the Iuav University of Venice), and the creator of the Italian blog and ArchViz community Render IT!

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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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Reunion in Wulai

Lines on Paper

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Alexa In Architecture

EntreArchitect

Alexa is the way we will deal with our lives. Amazon is replacing much of our decisions with answers – with Alexa. Either architects are present in the mix of cultural awareness, or Alexa, who is the child of unavoidable Artificial Intelligence, will replace architects for all but those seeking the artisanal in architecture. This series will offer up the essential truth that it is the humanity of architects that has value in a world soon reordered to follow the lead of AI.

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9 smart connectivity systems for multifamily housing communities

BD+C

Smart home technology is an increasingly popular way for tenants and condominium owners to manage their lighting, sound, security, and climate of their residences from their smartphones or other devices. A common misperception held by some multifamily developers and operators is that smart home technology appeals only to residents of upscale properties in the urban core, according to Donald Davidoff, an apartment industry consultant with D2 Demand Solutions.

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Forest Pack 7 Released

Ronen Bekerman

Forest Pack 7 is out now with an impressive lineup of features and updates that cements its reputation as the most flexible scattering tool on the market. To see a full description of the new release including embeddable videos please visit the Forest Pack 7: See The Light page. For the full changelog, please visit our documentation site. For this release iToo focused on expanding Forest Pack 7’s versatility starting with the ability to scatter lights using any of Forest Pack ’s powerful distrib

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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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Chicago’s South Side to receive new Entrepreneurial and Community Hub

BD+C

Englewood Connect, an incubator for small businesses and entrepreneurs in Chicago’s Englewood neighborhood, will expand upon recent neighborhood investments to create a local commerce and culinary ecosystem, greater connectivity and pedestrian access, and flexible public spaces. Skidmore, Owings & Merrill (SOM) and TnS Studio are designing the project.

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The Weekly show, March 11, 2021: 5 building products for COVID-related conditions, and AI for MEP design

BD+C

This week on The Weekly show, BD+C editors speak with AEC industry leaders about: . • Designing and construction of buildings for COVID-related conditions. • An AI tool that automates the design of MEP systems . . . Thanks to our episode sponsor: . . .

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Investor demand for multifamily real estate remains relatively strong despite COVID-19

BD+C

Despite a disruptive pandemic, investor demand for multifamily real estate was strong in 2020, according to a newly released Yardi Matrix Bulletin. Around 252,000 apartment units were absorbed last year. That’s about 1.7% of total market stock and down 12% from the 286,300 apartments purchased in 2019.

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House votes in favor of idling workers, stripping their privacy and denying them the opportunity to establish businesses

BD+C

The chief executive officer of the Associated General Contractors of America, Stephen E. Sandherr, issued the following statement in reaction to the passage in the U.S.

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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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Salt Lake City is first jurisdiction to adopt new standards for off-site construction

BD+C

The Salt Lake City Council recently voted to become the first jurisdiction to adopt new standards being developed for the effective use of off-site construction.

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Hyperlocal zoning could spur more affordable housing construction

BD+C

Restrictive zoning that holds back the construction of affordable housing could be counteracted by a straightforward reform. Hyperlocal zoning allowing streets and blocks to approve their own zoning rules could result in the construction of denser housing. Residents could vote on a menu of reforms such as reducing minimum lot sizes or allowing granny flats.

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47-story residential and office building set for San Francisco’s new ‘Hub’

BD+C

30 Van Ness, a new mixed-use office and condominium tower, has recently been unveiled by Solomon Cordwell Buenz. The 824,000-sf tower will be located in San Francisco’s new “Hub,” an area created by the confluence of commercial, civic, and cultural uses at the corner of Market and Van Ness. The all-electric building, which is targeting LEED Platinum, will be clad in linen-hued panels with deep, bronze-toned window surrounds.

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Los Angeles commits to carbon-free city buildings

BD+C

The City of Los Angeles committed to making all new or substantially rehabilitated buildings owned by the city to be carbon free.

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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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‘Smart retrofitting’ will be crucial to net zero aspirations

BD+C

“Smart retrofitting” that uses data gleaned from artificial intelligence (AI), analytical software, and the Internet of Things (IoT) is critical to achieving net zero buildings, according to new research from construction technology provider Asite.

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New St. Paul’s Hospital in Vancouver to span more than 2 million sf

BD+C

The new St. Paul’s Hospital Project in Vancouver, B.C., which will span more than two million square feet, is set to become the most extensive hospital redevelopment in the province’s history. The hospital, designed by HDR in collaboration with Stantec, will be a patient-centered campus of care focused on sustainability and resiliency and keeping patients health and cared for within their own community. .

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Luxury multifamily development opens at the front door of Charlotte’s South End neighborhood

BD+C

Broadstone Queen City, a new luxury multifamily development at the front door of Charlotte’s sought-after South End neighborhood, has opened to its first residents. The development includes 260 luxury studio, one-, and two-bedroom units. Each unit features open floorpans, electric locks, wood-plank style flooring, quartz countertops, GE appliances, and floor-to-ceiling windows. . . .

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Call for surveys: 2021 Giants 400 Report

BD+C

The annual Giants 400 Report ranks the nation's top architecture, AE, engineering, EA, and construction firms, by revenue. You’ll want to be sure your firm is on the Giants 400 lists, as potential clients look to these rankings for prospective firms to design and construct their future projects. .

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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.