BD+C
JUNE 11, 2014
'With cloud computing, smart phones, video chat and more access to professional software for individual use, there shouldn’t really be any need to still go to an office for work, right? Well, legendary office furniture manufacturer Herman Miller would like to prove us wrong with its Living Office concept. Body Image: read more.
Life of an Architect
JUNE 11, 2014
'about me Lets Work Together Frequently Asked Questions Do you want to be an Architect? Home / Construction / Pier and Beam Foundations – KHouse Progress Pier and Beam Foundations – KHouse Progress Bob Borson — June 12, 2014 — 73 Comments On the residential part of our practice, we do a lot of pier and beam foundations. There are other options available to us -some include post-tensioned slab on grade and plain ol’ slab on grade, and all of these options are fine un
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EntreArchitect
JUNE 23, 2014
The Entrepreneur Architect Business Trends Survey 2014. Earlier this year, we asked the Entrepreneur Architect community to share details about who they are, what they do, where they do it and how they are getting it all done. The information gathered from the Entrepreneur Architect Business Trends Survey is informative, interesting, somewhat surprising and at times disturbing.
BD+C
JUNE 27, 2014
'If you''re looking for insights on who''s buying homes these days, one of the many angles you can approach it from is generational. Two weeks ago, we posted an infographic chronicling generational preferences of amanities in home-buying. This infographic, also from John Burns Real Estate Consulting, shows who is actually out in the market buying homes--and how much they''re paying for them.
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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 3, 2014
'At 114 feet, Guinness World Records has confirmed that the tallest ever LEGO tower was constructed in Budapest. Official confirmation came on May 25, CNN reports. The tower, built in front of St. Stephen''s Basilica, was built with the help of official Danish constructors, primary schoolchildren, and the mayor of Budapest. It is topped with a Rubik''s cube and was built using thousands of blocks. read more.
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BD+C
JUNE 25, 2014
'The Council on Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat (CTBUH) recently announced the winners for Best Tall Buildings of 2014. A press release from the council says the buildings were judged based on a project''s "contribution to the advancement of tall buildings and the urban environment", and for "achieving sustainability at the broadest level". Moreover, other factors such as"eccentric shapes, new programs and uses [that] challenge traditional perceptions of tall buildings" or greenery at height in
BD+C
JUNE 2, 2014
'WASHINGTON – Tens of thousands of employers and more than 1 million workers across the country are joining the Occupational Safety and Health Administration from read more.
BD+C
JUNE 18, 2014
'Using the latest 3D printing techniques, or more accurately, "additive manufacturing," the Arup team has produced a design method for critical structural steel elements for use in complex projects. The work signals a whole new direction for the use of additive manufacturing in the field of construction and engineering. The research also shows that additive manufacturing has the potential to reduce costs, cut waste and slash the carbon footprint of the construction sector.
BD+C
JUNE 20, 2014
'The U.S. Energy Information Administration has posted preliminary results from its periodic Commercial Buildings Energy Consumption survey. Data for the project were collected in 2012 and detailed analyses of energy consumption will be released beginning next spring. The project includes buildings >1,000 sf that devote more than half of their floorspace to activity that is not residential, manufacturing, industrial, or agricultural. read more.
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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, 2014
'As China faces large urban populations and the need for new living solutions, a new idea has been floated—literally. AT Design Office has proposed a design for a floating city, which was commissioned by the China Communications Construction Company. To create the new city, a 10-square kilometer island would be made out of prefab blocks. The same type of blocks are currently being used by CCCC to build a bridge between Hong Kong and Macau.
BD+C
JUNE 30, 2014
'Even though open-air markets have existed a disproportionately longer time than supermarkets and other types of grocery stores, there hasn’t been much innovation injected into the vendors’ stands, both in design and functionality. Body Image: read more.
BD+C
JUNE 30, 2014
'The Design-Build Institute of America (DBIA), the only organization that defines, teaches and promotes best practices in design-build, has released new research findings indicating that for the first time more than half of projects above $10 million are being completed through design-build project delivery. read more.
BD+C
JUNE 18, 2014
'The friendliness a city is to pedestrians impacts it’s economy, according to a report done by Christopher Leinberger and Patrick Lynch of the Center for Real Estate and Urban Analysis at George Washington University School of Business. According to the report, walkable communities have a higher GDP, greater wealth and higher percentages of college grads (see table below).
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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.
BD+C
JUNE 25, 2014
'See them before you miss them. Or better: take action. For 26 years, the Trust for Historic Preservation has compiled a list of America’s 11 Most Endangered Historic Places as an effort to raise awareness about the threats facing the nation’s greatest treasures of architectural, cultural and natural significance. Body Image: read more.
BD+C
JUNE 23, 2014
'As a continuation of LVMH Group’s tradition of art patronage, the Foundation Louis Vuitton is established to encourage and promote contemporary artistic creation internationally. The foundation''s building is nearing completion and will be open to public on October 27 2014. The building, a 125,000-sf glass structure designed in Frank Gehry’s signature curvaceous shape planned in the verdant 16 th arrondissement, will house eleven galleries dedicated to permanent and temporary exhibitions.
BD+C
JUNE 4, 2014
'The Solomon R. Guggenheim Foundation launched an open, international competition for the design of a proposed Guggenheim museum in Helsinki. This is the first time that the Guggenheim Foundation has sought a design through an open competition. The keenly anticipated two-stage competition is expected to draw submissions from a wide range of firms and individuals—emerging and internationally famous—from around the world. read more.
Life of an Architect
JUNE 22, 2014
'about me Lets Work Together Frequently Asked Questions Do you want to be an Architect? Home / Blog / #ArchiSketch #ArchiSketch Bob Borson — June 23, 2014 — 22 Comments As an architect, I tend to communicate through sketching – which is starting to make me a bit of a relic. Most young people these days seem to work more on the computer and generate images that are created digitally, which I love, but I don’t want one skill at the expense of the other.
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BD+C
JUNE 10, 2014
'Building castle-like ice sculptures isn’t only a thing in Disney movies anymore. Archdaily reports that a team of students from Eindhoven University is to build a 132-foot model of Antonio Gaudi’s Sagrada Familia in Juuka, Finland. Body Image: read more.
BD+C
JUNE 17, 2014
'After his series of painters as architects , graphic designer Federico Babina comes back with a collection of illustrations called "Archimusic," an interpretation of songs from famous musicians into architecture form. From Björk to Bach, Babina visualizes how these sounds will look like if they were visible in the form of a building. Body Image: read more.
BD+C
JUNE 3, 2014
'At 114 feet, Guinness World Records has confirmed that the tallest ever LEGO tower was constructed in Budapest. Official confirmation came on May 25, CNN reports. The tower, built in front of St. Stephen''s Basilica, was built with the help of official Danish constructors, primary schoolchildren, and the mayor of Budapest. It is topped with a Rubik''s cube and was built using thousands of blocks.
BD+C
JUNE 17, 2014
'U.K.-based Chetwood Architects has revealed plans for a pair of skyscrapers that will be the tallest in the world when completed. Body Image: read more.
Speaker: Pedro Clarke – Principal Architect at A+ Architecture, In Loco Program Director
Sustainability begins with a conversation, and acquiring customer buy-in is entirely dependent on how the conversation is framed. Clients may not see sustainability as a priority out of fear of operational costs and quality. While these are legitimate concerns, it is our responsibility as architects to listen and foster a collaborative culture that answers client issues while also reducing our carbon footprint.
BD+C
JUNE 5, 2014
'Recently, the National Institute for Transportation and Communities (NITC) released their findings on protected bikes lanes in the US, a subject that has only been explored in a limited number of studies. Their study looked at protected bikes lanes in Austin, Chicago, Portland, San Francisco and Washington, D.C. All five cities were part of the Green Lane Project, which works with cities around the country to speed the creation of protected bike lanes and is sponsored by People for Bikes. read
Life of an Architect
JUNE 29, 2014
'about me Lets Work Together Frequently Asked Questions Do you want to be an Architect? Home / Life in General / You should say ‘Yes’ more often You should say ‘Yes’ more often Bob Borson — June 30, 2014 — 16 Comments I know that the title to this post is “You should say ‘Yes’ more often” … it sounded really good in my head this afternoon during my 7 hour drive from Chicago into northern Wisconsin, but as I sit down and type out t
BD+C
JUNE 18, 2014
'Grand Forks, ND – June 17, 2014 – Ranked #22 on the ZweigWhite list of the fastest-growing architecture, engineering and environmental consulting firms in North America and the recipient of Inc. Exclude Content: Yes. read more.
BD+C
JUNE 2, 2014
'Responding to the growing desire for more livable communities and rising concern about our planet, the Green Parking Council (GPC), an affiliate of the International Parking Institute (IPI), launched the Green Garage Certification program. The program is the parking industry equivalent of the U.S. read more.
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