BD+C
JUNE 4, 2020
Two months ago, the foundation was poured for CUBE, a 2,200-sf, two-story building on the premises of Technical University Dresden in Germany, that claims to be the world’s first building made entirely of carbon-fiber reinforced concrete.
Life of an Architect
MAY 31, 2020
If you have an interest in construction best practices and techniques, social media platforms like Instagrams now provide previously unheard of access to people in the construction industry that are leading by example - and they are showing the world exactly how they are making a difference. Continue reading The Best Instagram Accounts to Follow for Construction at Life of an Architect.
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Archmark
MAY 31, 2020
Perfect Your LinkedIn Profile to Attract Your Best Clients & Projects. The Definitive Architecture Firm Marketing Guide. Attract Better Architecture Clients & Projects with Your LinkedIn Profile Part 1: The Definitive Guide to Architecture Firm Marketing on LinkedIn Have your clients or prospects ever made any of the following statements?: “We are just looking for a set of blueprints.
Stephen B Chambers Architects
JUNE 5, 2020
The Catalans are a part of the total Spanish identity, yet the area seems like a separate country in its culture, language, food, and climate. Several years ago we stayed in the Costa Brava coastal region of Catalonia in northeastern Spain. After a day and a half in the city of Barcelona, we met up with our group of twelve from Texas and shuttled to the medieval village of Ullastret, a two-hour drive northeast of Barcelona.
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BD+C
JUNE 3, 2020
Colleges, universities, corporations, and governments are finding that adapting older buildings to house laboratory facilities can be a viable alternative to new construction—if the conditions are right. When the right strategy is implemented, existing structures can be transformed into high-performance facilities. . FIVE FACTORS IN DECIDING WHETHER TO RENOVATE.
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DesignScape Architects
JUNE 2, 2020
Quantity surveyors play one of the most important roles in the building process – so it is imperative for clients to familiarise themselves with necessary services they provide. Essentially the primary service of any quantity surveyor is to manage the costs of a construction project. In doing so, they can make sure that the project is completed within the estimated budget.
Virginia Duran
JUNE 2, 2020
We’ve been isolated for over two months now. The lockdown in response to the current Coronavirus crisis in the UK – and in many other areas around the world – is taking its toll on us all, albeit in very different ways.
BD+C
JUNE 4, 2020
IMEG Corp., a leading full-service engineering firm, has acquired the structural engineering group of Cardno. . Founded in Houston in 1976 as Haynes Whaley, the structural group joined Cardno, a publicly traded global engineering and environmental consulting firm, in October 2013. The team specializes in structural design and forensic engineering in a variety of market sectors.
Jane Griswold Radocchia
MAY 31, 2020
Owen Biddle's pattern book The Young Carpenter's Assistant was published in Philadelphia in 1805. I am rereading it , looking especially at his use of Practical Geometry. His first drawings, A and B, on Plate 1 are a plan and section of a drafting board. His instructions include how to construct the frame and the panel, and how to locate the small wood buttons which will keep the dampened paper in place while it dries by the fireplace to become "smooth as a drum head".* Drawing C is a T Square w
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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.
DesignScape Architects
JUNE 2, 2020
The process of realising one’s dream home never really ends. There will always be another piece of furniture to add to your living room, or the desire to redesign a space in your garden. Unfortunately, the building process doesn’t always end after the ‘close out’ of a project. If your project is not managed efficiently, and if the building contractor took any shortcuts – it is likely that your building will require maintenance down the line.
Nicole Cullinan
MAY 31, 2020
I’ve always had a fascination with the idea of a soul mate. The mythical story told at Plato’s Symposium seems so romantic, the thought that one could possibly spend an eternity looking for their other half. Searching for your soulmate; the one who knows what you are thinking, the one who understands you, the one who will desire you forever. Photo credit Robert Doisneau.
BD+C
JUNE 4, 2020
A new three-story academic building is being added to the Burr and Burton Academy in Manchester, Vermont. . The 25,000-sf expansion, designed by KaTo and ZGF Architects, will comprise interdisciplinary classrooms and the school’s library on BBA’s upper campus. The building is organized around a central commons that will house the school’s library, which has been reimagined as a lively environment that encourages activity and interaction.
30X40 Design Workshop
MAY 31, 2020
We can build a home from a set of five drawings or a set of fifty, one provides a lot more control over the finished product. Whether your plan set is five or fifty, one of the must-have drawings is an electrical plan. Follow along in this video as I design + draw the architectural lighting plan for the Outpost project. An electrical plan is an essential drawing in every architect’s toolbox, it shows the fixture types, switching, receptacle locations, all the necessary electrical devices + equip
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.
DesignScape Architects
JUNE 2, 2020
A common misconception, shared by both architectural students and people in other fields, is that architecture is an industry. This, however, is false. If architecture were treated as nothing more than a means to make a profit, it would be stripped of all the sensitive design decisions that ultimately change people’s lives. Architects, like any other professional, have a responsibility to ensure that their work positively impacts the lives of others.
BD+C
JUNE 5, 2020
The wake of COVID-19 has forced a shift from wellness in the built environment as a perk or optimization to wellness as an essential strategy to gain tenant trust. Tenants are demanding that wellness be prioritized, spotlighting healthy work environments as we have never seen before. This shift is driving owners and operators to think about new ways that their buildings need to operate.
BD+C
JUNE 4, 2020
2019 saw significant movement throughout the commercial energy code landscape. In addition to a large number of states adopting newer code cycles, we saw more interest than ever in the building envelope code requirements affecting projects throughout the country. With plenty of new changes on the horizon, let’s dive into the top building envelope code updates you need to know for the rest of the year. .
BD+C
JUNE 1, 2020
A new Foster + Partners-designed office building in Belval, Luxembourg has broken ground. . Dubbed ICÔNE, the 202,000-sf office complex has an interior reminiscent of an Escher painting, filled with light and greenery. The flexible layout encourages collaboration and addresses the need for safe working environments and the changes to the workplace that will emerge in the future.
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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
JUNE 1, 2020
1. New multifamily project includes energy storage as an amenity (BD+C) . "A new multifamily complex in Herriman, Utah includes a first-of-its-kind amenity in each of its 600 units: a battery that is linked to an on-site solar panel array. The network of solar powered battery storage systems is known as a Virtual Power Plant and is fully managed by Rocky Mountain Power.".
BD+C
JUNE 2, 2020
According to Perkins and Will and the nonprofit Healthy Building Network, building products with antimicrobial treatments are not proved to be a safe or effective means of controlling the spread of COVID-19.
BD+C
MAY 30, 2020
During the coronavirus outbreak, wellness often took center stage in discussions about long-term infection control strategies.
BD+C
JUNE 2, 2020
Germaphobes rejoice! Public restrooms may soon become a much more sanitary place than they have been in the past thanks to the effects of COVID-19. . As the novel coronavirus spread rapidly around the world, people quickly became aware that perhaps the obsessive hand-washing, any-bathroom-is-touchless-if-you-try-hard-enough germaphobes among us may have had the right idea.
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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
JUNE 3, 2020
A new Virginia law has made general contractors on large projects liable for the wages of subcontractors’ employees. The statute’s main provisions are as follows: · Makes the general contractor—and all tiers of subcontractors working on the project—contractually liable to pay their subcontractor’s employees’ wages.
BD+C
JUNE 2, 2020
Designers and restaurateurs are brainstorming design fixes to make restaurants safer amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
BD+C
JUNE 4, 2020
1. Jennifer Lawrence Cardiac Intensive Care Unit opens in Kentucky (BD+C) . "The CICU includes 17 private rooms for children recovering from heart procedures, including open heart surgery, heart transplant, and other conditions requiring intensive care. The goal of the redesign was to provide better patient- and family-centric services.".
BD+C
JUNE 3, 2020
Designed by DesignGroup, the fourth floor of Norton Children’s Hospital in Louisville, Ky., has recently opened as the Jennifer Lawrence Cardiac Intensive Care Unit (CICU). The CICU includes 17 private rooms for children recovering from heart procedures, including open heart surgery, heart transplant, and other conditions requiring intensive care. The goal of the redesign was to provide better patient- and family-centric services.
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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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