Habitus Living

JULY 16, 2023

Designed to embrace both tranquillity and sustainability, this home in inner-city Melbourne offers its owners a true place of shelter. Engineers and project managers themselves, the owners sought a home that embodied resource efficiency during construction and energy efficiency in everyday operation.

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Sustainability Cities Architect Roofing 98

BD+C

MAY 25, 2023

4 considerations for increasing biodiversity in construction projects 0 qpurcell Thu, 05/25/2023 - 09:39 Urban Planning As climate change is linked with biodiversity depletion, fostering biodiverse landscapes during construction can create benefits beyond the immediate surroundings of the project.

Construction 116

Construction Construction Project Regulation 116

DesignRulz

JULY 24, 2023

In the fast-paced architecture world, wherein buildings rise and cities expand rapidly, enforcing sustainable practices must be prioritized. However, a sustainable building goes beyond bricks and mortar. Architects are pivotal in executing these sustainable routines, affecting how buildings are designed, built, and utilized.

Sustainability 74

Sustainability Industrial Building Architecture 74

aasarchitecture

MAY 17, 2024

Image © Skylab From navigating regulatory requirements to fostering community engagement and embracing innovative design principles, the new development embodies a holistic approach aimed at creating a vibrant and sustainable destination that honors the unique heritage and character of Alaska.

Estimating 105

Estimating Engineering Engineering Innovation 105

Building and Interiors

APRIL 17, 2022

In this context, innovative construction technologies such as Drywalls prove to be the apt solution to addressing the changing urban construction landscape. Recent times have seen specialist professionals pioneering this change by promoting such sustainable technologies which also results in tremendous cost savings for the client.

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SW Oregon Architect

MAY 21, 2023

Generally, the courts hold architects like me, who stamp and sign construction contract documents, to a higher standard of care compared to others who don’t have this responsibility. This includes having a solid understanding of architectural design principles, building codes, regulations, construction techniques, and industry standards.

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BD+C

JANUARY 18, 2024

Walter P Moore promotes former 40 Under 40 winner Kelly Roberts 0 qpurcell Thu, 01/18/2024 - 09:30 Engineers In addition to her role as a Principal, Roberts is a distinguished leader in structural design with an extensive portfolio encompassing diverse projects such as educational and healthcare facilities to commercial and healthcare structures.

Structural Engineering 52

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Deezen

MAY 23, 2024

"As reducing embodied carbon in buildings becomes a priority, we expect architects to be drawn to the sustainability credentials of these stone bricks," said Michael Poultney, managing director of Albion Stone. "We It's a modified bespoke machine originally designed to make paving stones," Paine told Dezeen. "We Dezeen's recent Stone Age 2.0

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Installation Manufacturing Sustainability Management 114

Deezen

FEBRUARY 10, 2022

Promotion: technology brand HP has identified how its range of large-format printers can support architecture, engineering and construction professionals working from home. Technology and collaboration will help talented teams redesign and rebuild the world more sustainably and effectively.". Partnership content.

Engineering 62

Engineering Engineering Architect Technology 62

BD+C

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

GBBN's Inflation Reduction Act Calculator goes live 0 qpurcell Mon, 02/26/2024 - 13:48 Sustainability GBBN has publicly released its IRA Calculator, a tool that helps you understand funding opportunities in the IRA for sustainable design. Learn more about GBBN’s approach to sustainability here. What is an IRA Calculator?

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Finances Sustainability Development Developer 110

Architizer

DECEMBER 5, 2022

High-level sustainability is also on full display with a large rooftop solar canopy and sunshades which adorn the south façade. Fernando Villa: From the beginning the development team agreed that we should prioritize sustainability, health, community, and dignified living spaces. How have your clients responded to the finished project?

Sustainability 87

Sustainability Consulting Finishes Development 87

EntreArchitect

JUNE 13, 2021

Many are familiar with sustainability in the context of being as environmentally conscious as possible: getting our LEED points and being responsible stewards of the environment. While this concept is extremely important, there is another facet of sustainability that is also important: personal sustainability. It was too much.

Sustainability 52

Sustainability Insurance Structural Engineering Civil Engineering 52

BD+C

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

The next phase of sustainability in luxury hotels 0 qpurcell Fri, 09/15/2023 - 11:42 Hotel Facilities The luxury hotel market has seen an increase in green-minded guests looking for opportunities to support businesses that are conscientious of the environment. And consumers are happy to spend more money on those brands.

Sustainability 52

Sustainability Technology Technology Environment 52

BD+C

MARCH 2, 2023

The next steps for a sustainable, decarbonized future 0 qpurcell Thu, 03/02/2023 - 13:03 Sustainability For building owners and developers, the push to net zero energy and carbon neutrality is no longer an academic discussion. Tenants are demanding sustainable facilities. reduction in pEUI compared to baseline.

Sustainability 52

Sustainability Government Regulation Client 52

Archinect

JUNE 25, 2022

Blalock & Partners approached the client with a message of maximizing the available budget with a simple, yet dramatic, design approach, while also being more sustainable and environmentally responsible.

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Transportation Client Clients Engineering 130

Deezen

APRIL 11, 2024

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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Utilities Consulting Estimating Civil Engineering 106

aasarchitecture

APRIL 30, 2024

The sustainability-led design prioritises the well-being of residents and visitors, redefining urban living in Oman as Muscat’s population is anticipated to almost double from 1.5 Designed by Zaha Hadid Architects (ZHA), the $1.3bn Al Khuwair Muscat Downtown and Waterfront Development will span 3.3 million to 2.7 million inhabitants by 2040.

Development 69

Development Developer Architect Transportation 69

Deezen

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

Meanwhile, the roof has integrated photovoltaic (BIPV) construction elements to generate renewable energy. The mounds contain semi-private rooms Completing the project are roof overhangs to reduce solar gain on the glass walls, which Snøhetta said are "currently the largest load-bearing glass system in China".

Civil Engineering 145

Civil Engineering Restoration Engineering Engineering 145

aasarchitecture

APRIL 2, 2024

The gridshell structure is constructed from flat standard LVL panels. Photo © Mikael Olsson Architecturally and technologically material properties, and the potential of timber construction, is explored. Photo © Mikael Olsson This generates an overwhelming interior space, while the oddly vaulted exterior communicates a unique function.

Structural Engineering 69

Structural Engineering Contractor Technology Technology 69

DesignRulz

MAY 14, 2023

In recent years, point cloud technology has emerged as a powerful tool for building design and construction. With the ability to capture detailed 3D data of existing buildings and structures, point cloud technology is transforming the way architects, engineers, and construction professionals approach building design.

Building 64

Building Technology Technology Engineering 64

DesignRulz

JULY 17, 2023

Architects play a crucial role in shaping our built environment, creating spaces that are not only functional but also aesthetically pleasing and sustainable. Their expertise goes far beyond creating visually appealing structures; they are also responsible for ensuring safety, functionality, and sustainability.

Architect 76

Architect Client Clients Sustainability 76

Deezen

NOVEMBER 2, 2022

These hearings are now remembered chiefly for the way Oppenheimer explained the intellectual appeal of atomic weapons work for an engineer, even one as ethically serious as he was. Read: Sustainability and liveability claims of Saudi 170-kilometre city are "naive" say experts.

Construction 145

Construction Construction Design Cities 145

Deezen

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

In the final episode of our Climate Salon podcast series with SketchUp, architects discuss why sustainability should guide the aesthetics of a building, as opposed to the reverse. We can't pretend that aesthetics is not important when it comes to sustainability," Corney said. "We

Sustainability 106

Sustainability Engineering Engineering Environment 106

Dwell

APRIL 21, 2023

We asked ourselves how our clients could live on this land in a modern but thoughtful way, what a modern farm and farmhouse should and could look like, and how we could integrate the building into a site that has been cleared of its bushland. The clients erected and filled the gabion walls themselves.

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Roofing Client Clients Structural Engineering 131

Architizer

AUGUST 2, 2022

Fort 137 – The clients sought an environmentally conscious home with a direct relationship to its site to function as a base camp for their active lifestyle. The clients wanted a restrained palette that was contemporary and refined yet raw and natural. As a firm, we believe that sustainable design is smart design. Year: 2021.

Construction 84

Construction Construction Exterior Consulting 84

Dwell

JANUARY 5, 2024

Given that prefab construction can move at a pretty quick pace, attention to detail becomes all the more critical as a project progresses. Stillwater homes are built by LEED-certified architects, and the company says it is committed to sustainable practices. Do you know a prefab brand that should be on our radar? Get in touch!

Roofing 110

Roofing Home Client Clients 110

aasarchitecture

APRIL 28, 2022

KCAP and K+H, in collaboration with Transsolar KlimaEngineering, PML Lange and WTM Engineers have won the first prize in the competition for a sustainable residential tower in Hamburg, Germany. The layout is the result of thorough research. Source by KCAP. Image © KCAP and K+H. program.

Residential 52

Residential Sustainability Engineering Engineering 52

Architizer

AUGUST 22, 2022

Their design responds to the Grade I-listed landscape, with sustainable materials and traditional craft techniques creating simple, functional forms. All are made from sustainable timber, barring the flagship Horseshoe Kiosk, which is clad in tubular brass, mirroring the ornate metals of the nearby Queen Victoria Memorial. Not really.

Technique 91

Technique Sustainability Materials Design 91

SW Oregon Architect

MARCH 24, 2024

They harness their collective influence to shape legislative agendas and advocate for policies conducive to sustainable urban growth. The new legislation will ensure fairness for architects and engineers in the public contracting process by requiring each party to a construction contract to be responsible for their own negligence or fault.

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Architect Contract Government Sustainability 214

Deezen

OCTOBER 29, 2023

Read: Henning Larsen references ancient construction methods for Faroe Islands university building According to the studio, the project's biodiversity will work to absorb CO2, filter air pollutants and mitigate heat absorption to create "a more comfortable and sustainable environment".

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Roofing Design Landscape Site 130

aasarchitecture

JANUARY 9, 2024

Designed to serve as catalyst for a sustainable, densely planned residential mountaintop village, Skylodge is a 5,500-square-foot event center built on a 10,000-acre ski mountain in Utah. Set at 8,900 feet, the short construction window necessitated an innovative approach. Source by Skylab.

Consulting 59

Consulting Engineering Engineering Structural Engineering 59

Architizer

JANUARY 23, 2023

As the climate crisis accelerates, the architect’s role becomes ever more complex: designs must lower carbon emissions in the materials and construction styles they demand while reducing the environmental impact on endangered habitats — on-site and in areas where materials are sourced. She currently serves as the William W.

Sustainability 70

Sustainability Industrial Consulting Innovation 70

aasarchitecture

AUGUST 29, 2023

The joint vision for Euston will lead the way in low carbon retrofit and construction techniques, using inclusive design to support both the workspaces and the local community. “We The design proposal for Euston Tower responds to three key principles shaped during the co-design process. Source by 3XN.

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Consulting Sustainability Engineering Engineering 91

Deezen

OCTOBER 6, 2023

Project credits: Client: Vesterheim, National Norwegian-American Museum, and Folk Art School Design architect and landscape architect: Snøhetta Architect of record: BNIM General contractor: McGough Landscape contractor: 2nd Nature Cost consultant: Directional Logic Structural engineer: Fast + Epp / MBJ Engineers MEP & lighting engineer: Morrissey (..)

Civil Engineering 130

Civil Engineering Contractor Engineering Engineering 130

Deezen

MARCH 14, 2024

Dutch studio Powerhouse Company has created the Marga Klompé Building at Tilburg University, the Netherlands , is "the first college building in Europe to be entirely constructed from solid wood". It is sustainable and has proven to be an excellent way to improve the building's acoustic comfort."

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Building Consulting Education Sustainability 127

Deezen

JANUARY 5, 2024

French architecture practice TVK has completed a neighbourhood in Paris made up of limestone buildings surrounding a garden and designed as a sustainable development that aims to increase biodiversity. Located on a triangular site in Paris's 19th arrondissement, the project is "the capital's first zero-carbon district", according to TVK.

Building 134

Building Civil Engineering Transportation Design 134

BD+C

APRIL 20, 2023

13 trends, technologies, and strategies to expect in 2023 0 qpurcell Thu, 04/20/2023 - 08:21 Sustainability Biophilic design, microgrids, and decarbonization—these are three of the trends, technologies, and strategies IMEG’s market and service leaders believe are poised to have a growing impact on the built environment.

Technology 98

Technology Technology Education Civil Engineering 98