BD+C
FEBRUARY 14, 2019
The construction industry is facing colliding forces that render our current trajectory wasteful, inefficient, and unsustainable. These include a widespread skilled labor shortage and industry productivity rates that continually fail to improve. This is the burning platform that this relatively undisrupted $8+ trillion global industry rests upon. Multiple things need to change, but there are clearly obvious wins to go after.
Life of an Architect
FEBRUARY 11, 2019
Despite knowing it was coming for me, I decided to post one of my recent sketches to Instagram and Facebook … and I was murdered. For 95% of those folks doing the murdering, their intentions were honest and well intended. For the other 5%, … I won’t say what I want to say. For those of you who don’t participate follow me on Instagram or Facebook , I’ll give you a little taste of what I mean – but I’m going to use a slightly different example so that we c
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Archmark
FEBRUARY 5, 2019
Attraction Marketing for Architects. Are you an attractive architecture firm? What’s the best way to find better clients for your architecture firm? (Hint: That’s a bit of a trick question.) The answer is not to go out and find them. The answer is the best way to find better clients is to ATTRACT the best clients. How to be an irresistibly attractive architect!
Architects for Urbanity
FEBRUARY 24, 2019
Project: Varna Library, Bulgaria Architecture: Architects for Urbanity Working model scale: 1:100 Model fabrication: Charis Siaravas Photographs: Irgen Salianji Photoshooting: Irgen Salianji & Marina Kounavi.
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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?
Denver Urban Review
FEBRUARY 18, 2019
Rendering of future renovation to 930 15th St. courtesy HFF. Holliday Fenoglio Fowler, L.P. (HFF) has announced $54.60 million in acquisition bridge financing for the repositioning of 930 15 th Street, a 223,000-square-foot vacant office/data center building in Downtown Denver, Colorado. The HFF team worked on behalf of the borrower, SteelWave LLC and Rialto Capital Management, to arrange the four-year, floating-rate acquisition and bridge loan through Square Mile Capital Management.
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BD+C
FEBRUARY 1, 2019
The office, education, amusement and recreation, manufacturing, and transportation sectors are expected to be the impetus behind a projected 3% increase in spending on engineering and construction in the United States, according to the recently released 2019 FMI Overview , which features the management consulting and investment banking firm’s predictions, through 2022, for residential and nonresidential building and nonbuilding structure construction put in place, both nationally and across nine
Life of an Architect
FEBRUARY 3, 2019
It happens to almost all of us eventually, and for pretty much everybody, the experience ranges from unpleasant to downright panic-inducing … so get your moving box ready because “ Quitting Your Job ” is today’s topic, something that I, unfortunately, know a lot about. [Note: If you are reading this via email, you will have to click here to access the on-site audio player] Don’t Ever Quit Your Job Like This This is the one job I quit that I have remorse over.
EntreArchitect
FEBRUARY 12, 2019
Many (if not all) of us are using social media on a daily basis. Some of us restrict our time online to personal social interactions, while others use these powerful networking platforms to help promote our architectural businesses. Social media can certainly be a powerful tool, but if not carefully and intentionally managed, our time online can waste away the precious few hours that we are afforded each day.
Architects Tales
FEBRUARY 22, 2019
– ” Less is More” – Ludwig Mies van der Rohe. Story No. 23 of the blog, www.architects-tales, Copyright 2019© by Dale R. Ellickson. Why would an architects’ office in Atlanta annually budget $900 for the purchase of restaurant table cloths? A common saying among architects is: as a side-business, restaurants disproportionately attract them to invest their time and money.
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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
FEBRUARY 21, 2019
Buoyed by a surge of high-tech innovations and several years of robust U.S. construction markets, AEC teams are working on ideas for “smart buildings.” Since the mid-1980s, a new generation of products, technologies, and analytical tools has transformed the building landscape. The benefits of “smart” technologies and operations for design, construction, and ownership/operations are now inescapable.
BD+C
FEBRUARY 8, 2019
Over the last several years, owners have begun to grasp that BIM can deliver more than just 3D models and better trade coordination. As a result, many organizations now require BIM data deliverables intended for downstream operations, and have developed transfer standards for embedding data in models during design. The vision is that owners can then use these data-rich models to retrieve that information at a future date for day-to-day tasks, like work order management and equipment maintenance.
BD+C
FEBRUARY 4, 2019
The U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) released its annual list of Top 10 States for LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design). Illinois topped the list, which ranks states based on the number of LEED certified square feet per person. The Top 10 states for LEED are home to 128 million Americans and together include more than 468 million gross square feet of LEED-certified space.
BD+C
FEBRUARY 8, 2019
Dubai Holding has recently unveiled details and renderings for the planned Burj Jumeira, a 550-meter-tall (1,804 feet) tower in Al Sufouh. The tower will be the centerpiece of Downtown Jumeira, a pedestrian friendly mixed-use urban destination.
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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
FEBRUARY 14, 2019
Once completed in July, Texas will have its first full mass timber building in the First United Bank building. In addition to being the first full mass timber building in the state, the 8,500 sf building will also be the first retail mass timber structure in the state and the first mass timber structure in the country to use Southern Yellow Pine CLT panels.
BD+C
FEBRUARY 26, 2019
Can machines design buildings? What can we learn from AEC "superusers"? How are leading contractors winning with offsite construction? The answers to these questions—and so many more—will be explored at Building Design+Construction 's third-annual Accelerate AEC Innovation Conference , May 13-14 at Dream Downtown in New York City.
BD+C
FEBRUARY 20, 2019
Starting the year on a strong note, architecture firm billings growth strengthened in January to a level not seen in the previous 12 months, according to a new report released today from The American Institute of Architects (AIA). AIA’s Architecture Billings Index (ABI) score for January was 55.3, compared to 51.0 in December. Indicators of work in the pipeline, including inquiries into new projects and the value of new design contracts, also strengthened in January.
BD+C
FEBRUARY 11, 2019
Cities and regions can generate profound lasting benefits through investment in downtowns and center cities, according to The Value of U.S. Downtowns and Center Cities: Second Edition report by the International Downtown Association (IDA).
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Don’t let water wash away all your hard work. When specifying concrete waterproofing, you need a solution that’s reliable and permanent. Without it, your concrete waterproofing is at risk of failing and letting water erode and corrode the concrete that it was supposed to protect. Reduce the risk of waterproofing failure by reading through our latest free specification e-book, which will take you through the four key components to better concrete waterproofing specification.
BD+C
FEBRUARY 25, 2019
Washington, D.C.’s new 142,000-sf, $65-million entertainment and sports arena combines an NBA training facility with a 4,200-seat public arena to create a building that is the first of its kind, according to project architects Rossetti and Michael Marshall Design.
BD+C
FEBRUARY 15, 2019
Last November, theMART in Chicago, whose 4.2 million gross sf over 25 stories make it the world’s biggest commercial building and design center, became the largest to earn a Fitwel 2-Star wellness rating, and the first to be measured under Fitwel’s Multi-Tenant Whole Building Scorecard for workplaces. The Center for Active Design, which launched its Fitwel wellness certification program in May 2016, developed the scorecard based on the interest of Vornado Realty Trust, theMART’s owner and manage
BD+C
FEBRUARY 27, 2019
Melike Alt?n???k Architects (MMA) recently won an international competition to design the world’s first museum dedicated to robot science in Seoul, South Korea. The competition, hosted by The Seoul Metropolitan Government, called for ideas to design a museum that would support public education in robotics and increase the public knowledge and interest in robots.
BD+C
FEBRUARY 13, 2019
Strong construction momentum will easily carry through the first half of 2019, despite project margins facing pressure from all sides. JLL’s Construction Outlook finds robust U.S.
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
FEBRUARY 11, 2019
AEC firms that have been pushing wellness for years say they finally have a receptive ear with developers and owners. “Developers sell this; they see it as an exciting new trend,” says Colin Rohlfing, AIA, LEED AP, Vice President and Director of Sustainability with HDR. The advice about wellness these firms dispense to clients in many cases has already been road tested to make their own workplaces healthier.
BD+C
FEBRUARY 27, 2019
Katerra recently launched a new suite of technology products for the “entire lifecycle of the building process.”. The proprietary software integrates data gathered throughout a building’s supply chain and construction process. Apollo Construct, a project management tool for estimation and scheduling, will be the first application offered.
BD+C
FEBRUARY 12, 2019
Automation, the use of AI, and disintermediating business models are having major impacts on the commercial real estate (CRE) industry, according to a new report from Altus Group.
BD+C
FEBRUARY 18, 2019
Project teams are finding innovative ways to implement smart building technology. New partnerships are one avenue, says Matthew Toner, CBRE’s Managing Director of Smart Buildings and IoT, describing CBRE’s acquisition of Johnson Controls’ Global Workplace Solutions unit. “We’re innovating in proprietary solutions when a client needs a certain product that is not available on the market,” he says.
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Research reveals 96% of respondents are very or fairly optimistic about their organization’s growth prospects for the next year. The InEight Global Capital Projects Outlook also finds over half see digital technology as the greatest growth opportunity. But these are only some of the findings. Don't be kept in the dark when it comes to the future. Read the report today!
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