BD+C
DECEMBER 6, 2019
Adohi Hall, a $79-million, 202,027-sf residence hall at the University of Arkansas, has recently become the largest mass timber building in the United States. Named for the Cherokee word for “woods,” the 708-bed facility is located on a four-acre site at the southern end of the campus and will provide a new university gateway that marks the start of the larger living learning district.
Life of an Architect
DECEMBER 16, 2019
I like to take tile joint patterns pretty seriously and am preternaturally inclined to notice when the tile installer decides to make the joint pattern an afterthought. Continue reading Motherflipping Tile Joints at Life of an Architect.
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The Architect's Desktop
DECEMBER 31, 2019
In order to have a new ceiling type with a "custom" ceiling grid pattern, you need a Fill Pattern that defines the grid pattern, a Material to which that Fill Pattern can be assigned as a Surface Pattern, and, finally, a Ceiling Type to which that Material can be assigned. While you can start by duplicating a Ceiling Type and drill your way through the various dialogs until you get to the point where you create a new Fill Pattern for the ceiling, and then drill your way back out, I am going to b
architect design™
DECEMBER 30, 2019
One of my many hobbies is tracking real estate (yes they are all architectural!) so when a friend sent me this apartment for sale in the Mt Vernon neighborhood of Baltimore I knew immediately I would have to share it here with you! My first condo was a studio and I look fondly back on that time as maintenance is so easy. There is something to be said for 1 room living -all of your favorite things are right there at all times!
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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?
30X40 Design Workshop
DECEMBER 16, 2019
A structural engineer is a part of the design team for all my residential work in the studio. In this video you'll join me for the kick-off meeting with my engineer as we begin developing the structural design for the Outpost project. You’ll see how we choose a foundation strategy, work through framing + detail ideas, and understand how lateral loads are transferred and how they affect the materials we choose to build with.
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BD+C
DECEMBER 18, 2019
Fact: There were 379,000 unfilled construction jobs in August, based on preliminary estimates released in October by the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Fact: The majority of nonresidential construction projects come in over budget and late, sometimes wildly so. After decades when experts predicted that robots would become more prevalent on construction sites, it would appear that the industry has finally reached that point where necessity, aspiration, and investment are colliding.
Life of an Architect
DECEMBER 1, 2019
Should you put wallpaper into your bathroom? There are a lot of reasons why you should think long and hard before getting to "yes" and this wallpaper should push you over the edge. Continue reading Wallpaper in Bathrooms? at Life of an Architect.
EntreArchitect
DECEMBER 3, 2019
Imagine you’ll get hungry tomorrow while you’re out and you decide to pick up some quick lunch. What would happen as you drove down the road if you didn’t see signs for McDonald’s or Chipotle—but instead only “Fast Food” or “Eat My Lunch?”. Or let’s say you needed a new pair of shoes. What would you do if every shop in the mall had blacked-out windows, doors that opened backward, and a banner out front that read “Guess What’s Inside?”.
Dwell
DECEMBER 17, 2019
Whether you’re entertaining or looking for the perfect gift to bring the host, these elegant and festive picks will make this year’s Oscars night one to remember. Set the scene with charcuterie boards, sound systems, cozy pillows, cocktail accessories, and more to give your living room or den the red carpet treatment. Google Chromecast Stream your favorite entertainment to your HDTV.
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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
DECEMBER 23, 2019
Once upon a time, going to a sporting event meant heading to the stadium and taking a seat on a hard wooden or metal bench to enjoy nine innings, four quarters, or 48 minutes of action.
BD+C
DECEMBER 1, 2019
There are 748 small theater organizations in New York City that generated $1.3 billion in economic output and supported 8,400 jobs that paid $512 million in annual wages in 2017.
BD+C
DECEMBER 26, 2019
Gensler, Jacobs, Stantec, HOK, and AECOM head the rankings of U.S.-based architecture and engineering firms reporting revenue from green building-related work in 2018, according to Building Design+Construction 's 2019 Giants 300 Report. .
BD+C
DECEMBER 11, 2019
Affirmative Investments, CIM Group, Hollywood Community Housing Corp., and Pearl Properties are among the developers to complete multifamily projects in late 2019. Here are eight noteworthy projects collected by the editors of Multifamily Design+Construction magazine: . . 1. PREFABRICATION SAVES VALUABLE TIME ON DENVER HIGH-RISE.
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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
DECEMBER 5, 2019
Fulton Country Schools in Georgia teamed with Georgia Tech’s Center for Education Integrating Science, Mathematics, and Computing to develop Innovation Academy, the school district’s latest magnet school. The 245,000-sf, three-level school, whose construction broke ground on Nov. 21, will be located in downtown Alpharetta, Ga., on property that previously housed the old Milton High School.
BD+C
DECEMBER 26, 2019
Gilbane, STO Building Group, DPR Construction, and PCL Construction head Building Design+Construction 's ranking of the nation's contractors and construction management (CM) firms with the most revenue from reconstruction work, as featured in the 2019 Giants 300 Report. . .
BD+C
DECEMBER 5, 2019
Disney has recently released new details, renderings, and a 2021 opening date for its Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser hotel. The hotel, located in Florida’s Walt Disney World Resort, will provide an immersive experience via a two-night, cruise-style itinerary where the guests become the heroes of their own adventure.
BD+C
DECEMBER 4, 2019
With the rising cost of land and construction, and the need to build more densely in order to make building a multifamily community profitable, outdoor spaces become all the more important. . We talked to six veteran landscape architects about how to incorporate gardens and quiet spaces into multifamily communities. .
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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
DECEMBER 5, 2019
Today, more than half of the world lives in an urban area. By 2050, this number is expected to increase to some two-thirds of the world’s population, according to the United Nations. While this may lead to overcrowding in cities, and overuse of resources, it also presents companies in the construction industry with major opportunities for growth.
BD+C
DECEMBER 9, 2019
CHICAGO (Dec. 4, 2019) – 727 West Madison , a new 45-story luxury apartment building in Chicago’s West Loop neighborhood, has won several prestigious design awards from industry associations and civic leaders.
BD+C
DECEMBER 26, 2019
AECOM, Jacobs, JLL, Fluor, and BL Harbert top the rankings of U.S.-based AEC firms reporting the most revenue from international design and construction work in 2018, according to Building Design+Construction 's 2019 Giants 300 Report. .
BD+C
DECEMBER 3, 2019
Olson Kundig recently unveiled the design of the world’s first facility for “natural organic reduction,” a process that gently converts human remains into soil in about 30 days. The project was designed in partnership with, and for, Recompose, the company that offers this natural organic reduction service.
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
DECEMBER 16, 2019
The products selected for Building Design+Construction ’s annual 101 Top Products report are determined by you, our readers. From security doors to metal ceilings, fabric ducts to rainscreen wall systems, linear drains to bacteria-killing LED lighting, these are the products that appeared in the pages of the magazine over the past 12 months that readers wanted to learn more about.
BD+C
DECEMBER 5, 2019
The U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) announced its LEED Positive vision statement and LEED development roadmap that will “lay the foundation for a future of LEED that is regenerative.”. LEED Positive will encourage development that allows buildings to become a vehicle for environmental restoration and repair, according to a USGBC news release.
BD+C
DECEMBER 9, 2019
The Canada Green Building Council recently certified the first 10 projects under its Zero Carbon Building (ZCB) Standard. The projects include new and existing offices, schools, and warehouses, with each demonstrating that buildings of all types and age can achieve zero carbon emissions, according to a Council news release. The ZCB Standard was designed to guide the industry in building to zero and help Canada meet its international emissions targets by 2030.
BD+C
DECEMBER 13, 2019
The U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) recently launched Insight, a new data-driven tool that highlights building project design features that can lead to better performance. Insight, available as a feature of the Arc platform, provides information on design attributes of LEED certified buildings within a specified geographic region. Project teams can compare and rank potential sustainability strategies to see how they stack up against the performance of other buildings.
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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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