BD+C
JUNE 10, 2021
The website expertmarketresearch.com estimates that the value of the global cross-laminated timber market hit $779 million in 2020, and is expected to grow annually by 13% to $1.624 billion in 2026.
Life of an Architect
JUNE 7, 2021
Architectural Graphics are a topic that I discuss a lot, and today is no different. Do you use arrows or tick marks at the end of your leader lines? The post Architectural Graphics: Arrows or Ticks? first appeared on Life of an Architect. Continue reading Architectural Graphics: Arrows or Ticks? at Life of an Architect.
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AI Interior Architects
JUNE 10, 2021
By Russell Manthy | Principal The last year has challenged many organizations to keep their teams engaged, with training and learning not the least … The post Bringing Collaborative Learning Back to the Office appeared first on IA Interior Architects.
Community Architect
JUNE 10, 2021
" We are the first generation to feel the effect of climate change and the last generation who can do something about it." —President Obama How buildings contribute carbon emissions My last article here dealt with the roles of buildings in CO2 emissions and climate change in general. Because buildings contribute more than a third of global emissions, architects must design buildings to be less polluting, to be carbon neutral or even carbon absorbent.
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BD+C
JUNE 11, 2021
The United States is leading the way in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) green buildings, according to new research by Uswitch.com, the comparison and switching service. .
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Urban Design Associates
JUNE 7, 2021
Architectural terms; some are completely straightforward and understandable while others are real head-scratchers. For example, did you know that natural design and sustainable designs aren’t the same thing? We hear you — they sound like they would be similar! But they mean two different things. . Today, we’re going to dive into more architectural terms that are a little confusing to understand.
BD+C
JUNE 8, 2021
The pandemic shows us what cities without vibrant and engaging commercial streets look like – when some of our favorite spaces are shuttered and instead of spending a day popping into shops, we are met with stores displaying ‘For Lease’ signs.
The Architect's Guide
JUNE 7, 2021
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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.
EntreArchitect
JUNE 6, 2021
by Greg Burke, FAIA , NCARB. In the initial article on the subject of leadership I put forth the proposition that leadership is not a mystical thing that cannot be explained. In this article we will take a look at the characteristics of what a leader is and why this is important to the EntreArchitect community. What adjectives can be descriptive of a leader?
Nicole Cullinan
JUNE 6, 2021
The following article was first published by Archiol in March 2021. It is part of a collection of essays on sensory architecture that were produced as a zine. [link]. Architecture can be viewed as a mode of intervention in social reality. Traditionally it is narrated through a lens of function and form. What happens when a sociology writer with a lot of feeling meets a thoughtful architect?
BD+C
JUNE 10, 2021
Safdie Architects has shared its design for ORCA Toronto, a proposed mixed-use development in Downtown Toronto that weaves together the surrounding neighborhoods with a new 10.5-acre park. By decking over the 100-meter-wide, 800-meter-long rail corridor leading to Union Station, the project looks to reclaim a 16.5-acre site just west of CN Tower. Of the 16.5 acres, 10.5 acres are available for an urban park with six acres that feature residential, office, hotel, retail, and transit facilities.
Visualizing Architecture
JUNE 5, 2021
Sections are some of my favorite types of architecture illustrations to create because of how well they show the relationship of exterior to interior. Traditionally, section drawings are illustrated perpendicular to the cut with minimal perspective and presented in a much more diagrammatic way. Much of the earlier sections that I illustrated on this site maintained this simplistic and minimal look.
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.
Modern Architecture Concept
JUNE 6, 2021
Installing a conservatory is a fun project that your family will enjoy, here is why you should build one! Photo By: ACNN Decor. When it comes to extending your home and creating some additional space, the most common choice amongst homeowners is to build an extension. However, this does require a lot of planning, time and most of all, money! All of which make home extensions something that isn’t quite achievable for many, especially if they want something that can be done quickly and affordably.
Nicole Cullinan
JUNE 6, 2021
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BD+C
JUNE 10, 2021
Abrazo Cave Creek Hospital, a 35,000-sf hospital located in Cave Creek, Ariz., has completed construction. The new hospital features a 13-bed emergency department; an operating room and a three-bed pre-op/post-anesthesia care unit; eight inpatient rooms for overnight stays; an imaging suite for x-ray, ultrasound, and CT scans; and a laboratory. The emergency room will be open year-round, 24/7.
BD+C
JUNE 9, 2021
ASHRAE recently released an updated edition of ANSI/ASHRAE/ASHE Standard 170, Ventilation of Health Care Facilities. The 2021 edition delivers critical guidance for designers and operators and incorporates 17 addenda to the 2017 edition of the standard. Changes include: · Expanded requirements to allow airborne infectious isolation room exhaust discharge to general exhaust under certain conditions.
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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 10, 2021
The City of Chicago, Chicago Department of Transportation, and Chicago Transit Authority have recently revealed preliminary designs for the State/Lake elevated station and Red Line Connection in downtown Chicago. The station is the second busiest in the CTA network. The proposed $180 million design includes wider, safer platforms, a sweeping glass canopy to protect passengers from the elements, a new accessible fly-over connection bridge, new elevators for riders of all mobilities, and a public
BD+C
JUNE 9, 2021
ZGF has recently unveiled new renderings of Portland International Airport’s (PDX) main terminal. The project’s design will celebrate the beauty of the Pacific Northwest.
BD+C
JUNE 8, 2021
RMJM Milano has won a competition to design the new Sanko Headquarters. The building will comprise offices, meeting rooms, an auditorium, and a restaurant. The building volume was stretched and modeled to create a dialogue with the surrounding area. The form and the fenestrations have been designed to appear as if they were shaped by the forces of nature.
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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 6, 2021
The new edition of MULTIFAMILY Design+Construction's "Amenities Survey" provides the latest data on 131 goodies that developers, architects, and contractors have been specifying for their multifamily projects. To get your personal copy, go to: www.BDCnetwork.com/Amenities2021 (short registration required). The 2021 survey, which builds on data from previous studies in 2017 and 2019, also asked respondents how they were coping with the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic.
BD+C
JUNE 10, 2021
Holly Williamson, Design Director, and Nicole Zack, AIA, NCARB, Senior Designer, both with NELSON Worldwide, break down their concept for the future of the office as inclusive social clubs. Williamson and Zack envision the workplace taking on the role of the social glue for company employees, offering special amenities like coffee/wine bars, fitness areas, and partnerships with local clubs and social groups.
BD+C
JUNE 10, 2021
This month, the New York City Department of Buildings deployed teams of enforcement inspectors to perform safety inspections at the city’s larger and more complex construction sites. The action followed the deaths of three construction workers over a two-week period. Two of these fatal incidents resulted from worker falls. The three incidents are under investigation.
BD+C
JUNE 7, 2021
105 Victoria Street, located just a short walk from Buckingham Palace, will be Henning Larsen’s first project in London. The mixed-use project will include office space, a reinterpretation of the typical commercial foyer as an urban plaza, and a variety of indoor and outdoor amenities that will enable a more active workday.
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