BD+C
MAY 16, 2018
While it had good intentions, sustainability was a concept that failed on launch and simply should have never been. Its original premise was to meet the needs of the present without compromising future generations’ ability to meet their needs—all within available resources. But, does that make sense? Imagine a bucket brimming with any finite resource.
Archmark
MAY 24, 2018
Build a Stronger Brand. Does your Architecture Firm have a Brand Strategy? Architects know that a strong foundation is essential to project success. A great brand and online experience make up the foundation of our Three-Phase Growth Pyramid. When it comes to growing your firm, that strong foundation is found in a great online experience with a clearly-differentiated brand and a high-performing, well-designed website that help you attract more of your best clients and potential employees.
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Life of an Architect
MAY 14, 2018
There is nothing like having a party at your house to force you into addressing all the stuff that needs your attention. It wasn’t all that long ago that I mentioned that young architects should work construction – besides all the practical “you’ll become a better architect” things you learn along the way, there are things that hit even closer to home … as in “you can fix things in your actual home.” I turned 50-years-old a month ago and on this la
EntreArchitect
MAY 1, 2018
We Would Do It for Free If We Could. We architects have deeply rooted positive passion for what we do. As artists we love to manipulate form and space in order to impact the lives of others. We are thrilled every time we walk through one of our structures. Our fuel is the excitement and emotional reaction that others have for our art. We love being architects.
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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
MAY 29, 2018
Increased use of green building materials in public facilities as a result of government support is a major growth factor for these products around the globe, according to Transparency Market Research. The global green building materials market is projected to grow 12.5% annually between 2013 and 2019, the firm says. Insulation accounted for the largest product segment with 21% share of the green building materials market in 2012.
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BD+C
MAY 16, 2018
There’s a construction boomlet under way in dog-washing facilities at U.S. and Canadian apartment and condominium communities. Half of U.S. dog owners live in the 25 largest U.S. metro areas, where dog-focused amenities are common at apartment and condominium properties. More than half (55.2%) of respondents to this publication’s 2017 “Amenities Survey” said they had installed a dog-wash spa in a multifamily project.
BD+C
MAY 29, 2018
Eight of the 15 cities or towns with the largest population gains were located in the South in 2017, with three of the top five in Texas, according to new population estimates released by the U.S. Census Bureau.
BD+C
MAY 22, 2018
Perkins Eastman has released a highly annotated study that suggests that employees are more likely to be open to discovery when their workplaces are infused with a state of play, which the study’s authors define as engaging in activities for the pure enjoyment of the process.
BD+C
MAY 30, 2018
Construction employment increased in 256 out of 358 metro areas between April 2017 and April 2018, declined in 63 and was unchanged in 39, according to a new analysis of federal employment data released today by the Associated General Contractors of America. Association officials said that the data showed a continuation of strong labor demand amid shortages of qualified workers.
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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
MAY 14, 2018
The exoskeleton is a popular science fiction trope: “Aliens,” “District 9,” and “Edge of Tomorrow” all prominently feature the mechanical suits. And as with many sci-fi inventions before it—holograms, 3D printing, self-adjusting shoelaces—exoskeletons are making the jump from the silver screen to the real world. SuitX industrial exoskeletons reduce the risk of injuries to the wearer without the use of batteries, actuators, or computers.
BD+C
MAY 22, 2018
Driven by Federally-mandated sustainable requirements, a 300,000 plus square-foot Vegetative Roof Assembly (VRA) was incorporated into the architectural design for the U.S. Coast Guard’s 11-level, 1.2 million square foot headquarters located in Washington D.C.
BD+C
MAY 5, 2018
Nearly half of construction managers still capture critical jobsite quality data manually. One-third still use paper and pen to track data. These are some of the key findings from a survey of more than 500 executives and managers in the construction and engineering fields. The survey, conducted in February by TrackVia , an operational workflow platform, exposes a jobsite management environment that, for many companies, is antiquated and potentially prone to more errors.
BD+C
MAY 25, 2018
Over the last decade, there has been a renewed awareness in the role of designed natural environments and health. This becomes extremely important in environments like healthcare facilities, where patients’ physical or psychological well-being is impaired.
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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
MAY 22, 2018
At 1,100 feet, the 73-story Wilshire Grand Center is the tallest tower in Los Angeles and the nation’s tallest building west of Chicago. But its significance to the City of Angels is greater than its height. The billion-dollar project, developed by Korean Air and its parent company Hanjin International, is the latest addition to the city’s rejuvenated downtown, bringing 900 four-star hotel rooms, 400,000 sf of Class A office space, and more than 45,000 sf of retail and restaurants to the city ce
BD+C
MAY 8, 2018
Frank Lloyd Wright is arguably the most famous American architect who ever lived. He was a starchitect before starchitects were even a thing and developed the architectural style known as the Prairie school.
BD+C
MAY 14, 2018
For anyone who has attended a trade show or industry event at Chicago’s massive McCormick Place—the nation’s largest convention center complex—a memorable moment might have been the frightening sight of the taxi line at the end of the day’s events. Walking anywhere in the South Loop neighborhood—to find a restaurant, head back to the hotel to freshen up, meet colleagues for a drink—meant trading in those dress shoes for a pair of cross trainers, because you were in for a trek.
BD+C
MAY 23, 2018
Many small New England cities have a legacy of prominent early 20th-century brick mills that were built when industries like textiles, shoes, clocks, and machine parts thrived in the region. These solid industrial buildings were built to last. Even after decades of neglect, with the right plan, design, and execution, they can become highly desirable living places.
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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
MAY 7, 2018
In preparation for hosting the Summer Olympics in Beijing in 2008, the Chinese government had a slew of mega redevelopment projects in the works. One of these, dating back to 2004, called for tearing down a decommissioned, 1950s-era weapons factory to make way for new vertical construction that the city desperately needed.
BD+C
MAY 8, 2018
Woods Bagot, one of the industry’s oldest architectural firms, is embracing the future of design and client relations with virtual reality apps that offer customizable interfaces. For a number of years, the firm has played with a variety of virtual reality apps for design presentations, including ones that allow for 360-degree viewing.
BD+C
MAY 16, 2018
There’s a construction boomlet under way in dog-washing facilities at U.S. and Canadian apartment and condominium communities. Half of U.S. dog owners live in the 25 largest U.S. metro areas, where dog-focused amenities are common at apartment and condominium properties. More than half (55.2%) of respondents to this publication’s 2017 “Amenities Survey” said they had installed a dog-wash spa in a multifamily project.
BD+C
MAY 3, 2018
Homelessness is on the rise in the United States for the first time since 2010, with both Los Angeles and the entire state of California hit particularly hard by what has become a full-blown humanitarian crisis. Los Angeles witnessed a 20 percent increase in the number of people experiencing homelessness from 2016 to 2017.
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
MAY 10, 2018
The cost of goods used in construction jumped in April at the fastest year-over-year rate since 2011, with ongoing increases for a wide range of building materials, including many that are subject to proposed tariffs that could drive prices still higher and cause scarcities, according to an analysis by the Associated General Contractors of America of Labor Department data released today.
BD+C
MAY 23, 2018
When it comes to extreme weather, only one other capital city across the globe (Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia) faces harsher winter conditions than Astana, Kazakhstan. Astana’s average annual temperature is 38 F, with long, dry, bitterly cold winters that regularly reach ?22 F to ?31 F between November and March. During the summer months, it’s not unusual for temperatures to soar above 90 F, making for wild seasonal temperature swings. .
Archmark
MAY 22, 2018
Emotional Marketing. How to Put Your Heart into Your Marketing What do you love about working in architecture? Now look at how you present your firm to the world — your website, your social media, your blog, professional listings, business cards, brochures, and even how you talk about your work. Have you successfully connected what you love about architecture with how your firm is marketed?
BD+C
MAY 4, 2018
Cue the Ennio Morricone music, a new retro-inspired hotel hopes to bring the ambiance of classic Spaghetti Westerns to Irving, Texas. The boutique hotel is across from the Irving Convention Center at Las Colinas and Toyota Music Factory.
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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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