BD+C
NOVEMBER 22, 2019
Culdesac, a developer that specializes in building car-free neighborhoods from scratch, operates with a key insight in mind: the way we move defines the way we live. And because how we move is changing, thanks to things like ridesharing, the way we live should change as well.
Life of an Architect
NOVEMBER 17, 2019
The accounts that I've included here are all spectacularly good at "architectural" sketches - which is an important distinction to make. I follow a lot of sketching accounts, probably half of which are anime-related. You can find all sorts so tips, techniques, and inspiration from a myriad of sketching sources but I wanted to focus on people who actually drew the sort of sketches that I want to draw - buildings and street scenes.
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30X40 Design Workshop
NOVEMBER 18, 2019
I spend most of my day in a digital work environment and I’ll often find myself tweaking the smallest of details just because I can. Digital space is without limitation, yet creativity thrives on constraints. It’s the boundaries that we’re forced to work within that shape our work. There’s no question digital tools are an integral part of how we realize our architecture today and in the 25 years I’ve been practicing, those tools have changed and improved the way I work significantly.
Historic LDS Architecture
NOVEMBER 17, 2019
Stand-alone recreation halls were a little more common in the late 1800s and early 1900s for the Church. They were later integrated into the meetinghouse building. This stand-alone recreation hall serves the historic Pioneer Stake on the west side of Salt Lake City. It was later renamed the Harold B. Lee Recreation Hall because of his role in its history.
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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
NOVEMBER 22, 2019
Originally completed in 1925, Chicago’s Union Station was designated a landmark in 2002 and listed by AIA Illinois as one of the 200 Illinois Great Places. The restoration of the station’s Great Hall sought to maximize the reuse of existing materials and infrastructure, preserve the historic integrity of prior generations, and significantly reduce its energy use.
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BD+C
NOVEMBER 18, 2019
On any given night, more than 500,000 Americans are homeless. Of that total, more than one-third of those homeless—35%—is unsheltered. And 47% of all unsheltered homeless live in California, which is four times higher than the state’s 12% share of the U.S. population.
BD+C
NOVEMBER 21, 2019
LEED reached another milestone recently when the certification program surpassed 100,000 commercial projects.
BD+C
NOVEMBER 20, 2019
Orlando, Fla. — November 8, 2019 — ClosetMaid LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Griffon Corporation (NYSE:GFF), will celebrate its 55th anniversary at the 2020 NAHB International Builders Show in Las Vegas, January 21-23, 2020. Celebrity guest Anthony Carrino will make an appearance at the ClosetMaid booth (C6737) on January 21 from 2-4 pm PST to launch the anniversary celebrations.
BD+C
NOVEMBER 18, 2019
Income inequality and gender neutrality are two hot-button issues that are being debated on many fronts, including school districts around the country. Case in point is Ulysses S. Grant High School, a historic secondary school in the Hollywood district of Northeast Portland, Ore. The 10-acre campus, which serves around 1,800 students, recently underwent a $158 million two-year-long modernization that included a three-story addition and extensive renovation.
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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
NOVEMBER 20, 2019
In the last couple of months, SAFTI FIRST has embarked on an ambitious, $8M expansion to upgrade our fire rated glass, systems and door manufacturing capabilities in Merced, CA. This includes the addition of two new structures, a bigger door facility that houses state-of-the-art automated equipment and increasing SAFTI FIRST ’s SuperLite production facilities.
BD+C
NOVEMBER 21, 2019
Have you ever noticed a laneway that wasn’t living up to its potential? Does a laneway in your neighborhood mainly serve delivery trucks, parked cars, and dumpsters, instead of acting as a place for community activity? Whenever we walk past a certain laneway near our office, we begin to dream up possibilities for this laneway and others like it. This dream “lanescape” of ours, located in the heart of Toronto, has the potential to become a fantastic space.
BD+C
NOVEMBER 19, 2019
Springfield, Mass., the site of America’s first armory, served as the center of U.S. military munitions manufacturing and research until 1968, when the historic site and buildings were deeded to Springfield Technical Community College. One of those buildings is now the STCC’s Campus Center, which unites student services covering enrollment, academic advising, student life, and a learning commons in a 170-year-old, 764-foot-long structure.
BD+C
NOVEMBER 20, 2019
The Oxford Word of the Year 2019 is climate emergency. (Isn't that two words?) That news comes from the folks who produce the Oxford English Dictionary. They track word usage via something they call the "Oxford Corpus." Last year's OWOTY was toxic ; 2017's was youthquake (look it up).
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
NOVEMBER 18, 2019
Global architecture practice Woods Bagot has announced its backing of the new consultancy ERA-co. With global headquarters in New York, ERA-co has capabilities spanning the disciplines of Urban Systems and Planning, User Strategy, and Brand Experience. With a global collective of data scientists, strategists and experience designers, ERA-co partners with clients to transform the future of cities, neighborhoods and business to positively impact the lives of people and the places they inhabit.
BD+C
NOVEMBER 22, 2019
Following a two month decline in demand for design services, architecture billings got a bounce in October, according to a new report released today from the American Institute of Architects (AIA). The Architecture Billings Index (ABI) score in October is 52.0, up from the September score of 49.7. This score reflects an increase in design services (any score above 50 indicates an increase in billings).
BD+C
NOVEMBER 21, 2019
GreenSpace Holdings LLC is focused on constructing “cost-reducing self-storage solutions with an emphasis on environmental conservatism.” The company’s most recent project is a 181,000 square-foot facility in Houston and it will be a part of the CubeSmart franchise. TMS Contractors LLC of Houston handled the design and construction of the project, incorporating reclaimed shipping containers encased in an attractive exterior – insulated metal panels from Metl-Span.
BD+C
NOVEMBER 20, 2019
Transwestern Development Co. has acquired a 0.56-acre site and a 1.6-acre site in Austin, Texas with the intention to build two micro-unit communities. The communities will be the second and third micro-unit developments for the company in Downtown Austin.
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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
NOVEMBER 22, 2019
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NOVEMBER 22, 2019
Team Vitality, a French eSports organization, has recently opened its new HKS-designed Paris headquarters. The goal of the team’s new physical space is to make the brand appealing to a wider audience beyond eSports fans.
BD+C
NOVEMBER 22, 2019
A proposal by Sacramento Municipal Utility District could undercut California’s mandate requiring solar panels on almost every new home. The utility is asking state regulators to allow its customers to get power from solar farms instead of installing their own panels. Home builders have warned that the state’s solar mandate will drive up already high housing costs—adding almost $10,000 to the price.
BD+C
NOVEMBER 19, 2019
A survey by the National Council of Architectural Registration Boards (NCARB) indicates strong support for architecture as a licensed profession. The survey found that 89% of voters agree it is important for architects to be licensed. The survey collected responses from nearly 1,000 U.S. voters on topics regarding public perceptions of regulation, licensing, and the architecture profession.
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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
BD+C
NOVEMBER 18, 2019
The City of Cambridge, Mass., and electric utility Eversource have teamed up on a building energy retrofit program to spur more energy retrofits. The program targets buildings that are more than 25,000 sf or 50 units for energy-saving improvements. The program “will proactively connect building owners and facility managers to energy efficiency services, incentives, and technical support,” according to a news release.
BD+C
NOVEMBER 18, 2019
The Paint Factory reimagines Little Rock’s oldest remaining industrial complex as a neighborhood called East Village, a mixed-use redevelopment of a factory that now includes a restaurant (Catshead Diner), apartments (12 Star Flats), a community space (The Mixing Room), and a new HQ for the project’s designer.
BD+C
NOVEMBER 21, 2019
Canada’s Parliamentary complex, in Ottawa, is undergoing a massive 10-year restoration that includes the Centre Block, which houses the government’s two parliamentary chambers. A project team led by Diamond Schmitt Architects and KWC Architects has converted the city’s 1912 train station into a stately interim home for one of those chambers, the Senate.
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