BD+C
SEPTEMBER 10, 2019
They're the top young leaders of the commercial design and construction industry—40 outstanding individuals who have excelled not only in their chosen fields of work but also in service to their clients, their firms, their professions, and their communities. Meet the BD+C 40 Under 40 Class of 2019! . See Also: BD+C's 40 Under 40 Class of 2018. .
Life of an Architect
SEPTEMBER 8, 2019
I've been in my new job for 3 weeks now and it has been just about every sort of descriptor you can imagine - fun, exciting, frustrating, challenging, etc. etc. and on and on. I have "worked" more hours during this time period than I have in quite a while because I essentially have three jobs at the moment. Continue reading Architectural Transitions at Life of an Architect.
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The Architect's Desktop
SEPTEMBER 11, 2019
Robin Capper made the observation in a post to the AutoCAD Architecture Forum that Multi-View Block References do not have an automatic property for Rotation, unlike Block References or MInsert Blocks. I was surprised to see that was true, but figured that a Formula Property would be able to get the value, if it is exposed. A quick check using the "vlax" functions in AutoLISP verified that the Rotation property is exposed in the API.
Virginia Duran
SEPTEMBER 11, 2019
As Autumn slowly makes its way in, the cultural calendar picks up steam at the same time cities turn vivid ochre and old gold. Europe is always a good idea for a trip during this season as besides the undeniable charm, there is an interesting and educational program going on.
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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
SEPTEMBER 12, 2019
In less than a decade, Prescient , headquartered in Durham, N.C., has established itself as arguably the leader in offsite construction for apartments and student housing. Its 130,000-sf manufacturing plants in Arvada, Colo., and Mebane, N.C. churn out steel frame wall assemblies that can enclose a total one million square feet of living space per month.
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BD+C
SEPTEMBER 11, 2019
We can all appreciate the incredible potential of the digital age. Technology has put vast amounts of information at our fingertips and helped level the playing field for personal and intellectual investigation. At the same time, the digital world presents many serious challenges for Generation Z. The internet and social media, while powerful tools to connect people and ideas, have also shown signs of being highly time-consuming, impersonal, and in some cases, detrimental to self-esteem.
BD+C
SEPTEMBER 9, 2019
A free app that calculates the maximum allowable heights and areas for buildings of various occupancy classifications and types of construction has been released. The Heights & Areas Calculator , developed by the International Code Council, the American Wood Council, and WoodWorks, is based on provisions in the 2006 to 2015 editions of the International Building Code.
BD+C
SEPTEMBER 10, 2019
The $16 million Project Open rental community of 112 one-bedroom units is the product of Giv Development , a Salt Lake City developer that specializes in mixed-income housing communities. Its not-for-profit arm explores new concepts for affordable, sustainable housing. .
BD+C
SEPTEMBER 11, 2019
The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington D.C. opened its first-ever expansion on September 7, and is celebrating that opening with 16 days of free programming. Designed by Steven Holl Architects, The REACH, as the addition is known, is anchored by three pavilions—called Welcome, Skylight, and River—located on more than 130,000 sf of sweeping lawn that overlooks the Potomac River.
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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
SEPTEMBER 9, 2019
The demand created by the unstoppable growth of ecommerce continues to have a major impact on the industrial building sector’s design and construction of factories, warehouses, distribution centers, and fulfillment centers.
BD+C
SEPTEMBER 10, 2019
No one sets out to make an ugly building. And yet, this is often the result - a walk of any size in any place shows building after building that did not start where it seems to have ended up. By conforming to mediocre construction standards and allowing the tools of the digital age to limit the range of what is possible, the industry has created an environment where what is designed is seldom what is built.
BD+C
SEPTEMBER 11, 2019
The burst in construction spending over the past several years has been a boon to architectural firms, where as an industry payroll employment has grown by an average of 7,500 positions per year over the past size years. About 4,500 of that annual increase in staffing has been for architectural positions.
BD+C
SEPTEMBER 10, 2019
A new Hoyt Advisory Services Study commissioned by the National Apartment Association (NAA) and National Multifamily Housing Council (NMHC) reveals that the apartment/multifamily industry and its residents annually contribute more than $3.4 trillion to the national economy.
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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
SEPTEMBER 12, 2019
This is the second post in our series examining the basics, benefits and boundaries of building commissioning. Read part one of the series here. . .
BD+C
SEPTEMBER 12, 2019
A new Illinois law sets the maximum retainage clients can withhold from contractor payments on private projects. The change went into effect on August 20, and is expected to help many general contractors and subcontractors receive bigger checks earlier in the project timeline.
BD+C
SEPTEMBER 11, 2019
Following the American Institute of Architects (AIA) announcement of the approval of a landmark .
BD+C
SEPTEMBER 13, 2019
Dominium was recognized at the Minnesota Multi Housing Association’s Multi Housing Achievement in Design, Advertising and Community Support Awards. . MINNEAPOLIS —September 11, 2019 — Dominium, a Minneapolis-based leading apartment owner, developer and manager, announced today that it won eight awards at the 24th annual Multi Housing Achievement in Design, Advertising and Community Support (MADACS) awards, hosted by the Minnesota Multi Housing Association (MHA).
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BD+C
SEPTEMBER 13, 2019
A new residence hall on the University of Arkansas campus will serve as a testbed for researchers to study Cross-Laminated Timber (CLT) panels.
BD+C
SEPTEMBER 10, 2019
For some coastal communities damaged by flooding, retreating from the shoreline is a better option than rebuilding, argue some scientists in a new research publication.
BD+C
SEPTEMBER 13, 2019
Societies continue to move toward megacity cultures, lifestyles, and economies that are becoming more vital, in some cases, than the countries that spawn them. One result of this trend has been a growing tendency among owners, developers, and their Building Teams to package smaller and multiple commercial projects into large, single megaprojects whose construction costs exceed $1 billion, in spite of such projects’ historically erratic success rates and shortcomings.
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
SEPTEMBER 13, 2019
Using this method, owners manage only one single source design-build entity contract as opposed to the multiple contracts used in traditional design-bid-build project delivery. Design-build entities are selected based on a procurement process that asks them to develop a design and cost proposal with performance guarantees with either a fixed price or a Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP).
BD+C
SEPTEMBER 13, 2019
Societies continue to move toward megacity cultures, lifestyles, and economies that are becoming more vital, in some cases, than the countries that spawn them. One result of this trend has been a growing tendency among owners, developers, and their Building Teams to package smaller and multiple commercial projects into large, single megaprojects whose construction costs exceed $1 billion, in spite of such projects’ historically erratic success rates and shortcomings.
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