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Deep Dive: Unearthing the Potential of Underground Development

Architizer

Consider the possibilities of expanding underground development to encompass a broader range of building typologies. Numerous countries across the globe are actively venturing into underground development beyond transportation and utility infrastructure. Completed in 2018, the bicycle parking accommodates over 13,500 bikes.

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Robotics company behind machine that automates construction layouts secures $9.4 million in Series A funding

Archinect

Rugged Robotics, a Houston-based developer of construction technology, raised $9.4 Rugged’s Mark I marks architectural and engineering designs directly onto concrete floors so workers know where to build. Rugged Robotics was founded in 2018 by Derrick Morse and Logan Farrell, a NASA engineer.

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Green building trends for 2018 and beyond

BD+C

Happy New Year and Hello 2018! There was a flurry of new development activity at the end of 2017, and the pace is holding steady as this year begins. We’ve observed several driving trends in the incoming projects and client requests – and those trends indicate that 2018 will be a different sort of year for green buildings.

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Twelve dramatic skybridges that push the limits of engineering

Deezen

Among the earliest examples is the famous Bridge of Sighs in Venice, which was completed in 1600, but skybridges have become increasingly common and ambitious in recent years thanks to advances in engineering technology. Tencent Global Headquarters, China, by NBBJ, 2018. DJI Sky City, China, by Foster + Partners , 2022.

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Page Southerland Page integrates "past and future" at Texas Capitol Complex

Deezen

It includes high-rise office buildings by HKS "The project aligns with Austin's larger objectives of sustainable urban development, economic growth, and community engagement, including reimagining the 40-block area surrounding the Capitol building," the team said. "It The photography is by Albert Vecerka/Esto. & Elec.

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Google opens New York headquarters built on renovated 1930s train terminal

Deezen

Developed by Oxford Properties , the 232-foot-tall (70 metres), 12-storey office building houses Google's North American headquarters for global business organisation and is located on the west side of Manhattan, just north of the Tribeca neighbourhood. Site developer: Oxford Properties Architect of record : Adamson Associates, P.C.

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News: Researchers tackling innovative housing strategies selected as SOM Foundation 2023 Research Prize winners

Bustler

This is the sixth edition of the Prize, which was created in 2018 to “cultivate new ideas and meaningful research that addresses the critical issues of our time.” Read the full post on Bustler