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Iconic American interior designer, businesswoman, and fashion icon Iris Apfel dies at 102

Archinect

Through the work of her label Old World Weavers, the Queens native became a commercial success designing the White House 's interiors and remained an influence in that realm for many subsequent generations. She also taught a textile design course at the University of Texas at Austin in 2011.

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Architects’ Guide: Navigating the Landscape of Green Building Standards in the U.S.

Architizer

Building Types: Commercial: all Industrial: all but manufacturing systems and equipment Mixed use: all Residential: multi-family with more than 3 stories Project Types: New construction Additions Alterations ANSI/ASHRAE/USGBC/IES Standard 189.1-2011: Green GlobesTM is administered in the U.S. by the Green Building Initiative.

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Commercial real estate development growing at strongest pace since recovery began: NAIOP report

BD+C

The commercial real estate development industry grew at the strongest pace since the economic recovery began in 2011, according to an annual report on the state of the industry released today by the NAIOP Research Foundation. Architects Building Owner Contractors Designers Engineers Facility Managers'

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Step Inside This Breathtaking Estate for Sale on Sydney’s Northern Beaches

Dwell

With an infinity pool and commercial-style bar, you’ll never want to leave this resort-style home. Built in 2011, the home was recreated in 2021 with double-height ceilings, extensive glazing, and walnut cabinetry under the guidance of architect Rob Burton. A French Norman-Style Manor in Locust Valley Seeks $9.8M

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Commercial real estate execs eye multifamily, retail sectors for growth, says KPMG report

BD+C

Propelled by increasing economic optimism, commercial real estate industry executives say geographic expansion will be a key focus over the coming year, according to a recent survey conducted by KPMG LLP, the audit, tax and advisory firm. In the United States, executives most frequently c read more.

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The Reach Code Bill (SB 1518)

SW Oregon Architect

The aim is to completely phase out consumption of all fossil fuels associated with the operation of new homes and commercial buildings. As is all too evident to anyone paying attention, the climate crisis is escalating.

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Eugene/Architecture/Alphabet: R

SW Oregon Architect

Located as it was and is at the east end of Franklin Boulevard, the building functioned as a gateway and symbol of the city’s rapidly expanding transportation infrastructure and commercial development upon its opening in 1960. The firm of Balzhiser, Seder, and Rhodes designed the showroom, initially for the Lew Williams Chevrolet dealership.