BD+C
OCTOBER 31, 2018
Design that “puts people back at the center” is now the driving force behind resilient, livable cities, according to Gensler’s just-released 2018 Design Forecast, “Shaping the Future of Cities.”.
Life of an Architect
OCTOBER 28, 2018
It was only a matter of time before I once again tackled the topic of an architect’s salary. This is actually the fourth post I’ve prepared on the subject, but I haven’t talked about it since January 2013 so maybe it was overdue. I have long been on record that I can’t stand when architects complain that they don’t make more money.
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BD+C
OCTOBER 30, 2018
SkyRise Miami , a 1,000-ft tall entertainment and observation tower, is set to begin construction in the first quarter of next year, according to Plaza Construction, which recently was chosen to build the structure by its developer Berkowitz Development Group. Scheduled for completion in 2023, the SkyRise Miami, overlooking Biscayne Bay, would be the tallest building in Florida.
BD+C
NOVEMBER 1, 2018
Zero energy buildings are on the rise in some areas, but barriers that are retarding their spread nationwide remain. That’s the conclusion of a new report, “Pathways to Zero Energy Buildings through Building Codes,” by the American Council for an Energy Efficient Economy. One barrier is a “solar-only” mindset where an owner adds solar to a building but gives short shrift to energy efficiency.
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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
OCTOBER 29, 2018
Since the first consumer-grade virtual reality (VR) headsets were released to the general public in spring 2016, VR has transitioned from an industry novelty to a nearly ubiquitous tool in architectural visualization. For SmithGroup, it took even less time for VR to advance from its infancy to indispensability.
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BD+C
OCTOBER 31, 2018
Amsterdam-based hotelier citizenM has North America in its sites for major expansion that favors modular construction. Having already opened two modular hotels in New York City, citizenM has two hotels under development in Los Angeles, including a 14-story, 183-ft, 216-key hotel at the intersection of Hollywood and Vine; and an 11=story, 315-room hotel at 4 th and Spring Streets in L.A.’s historic Downtown Core.
BD+C
NOVEMBER 2, 2018
Changes made to the design of the new Milwaukee Bucks arena, Fiserv Forum, will make the building less likely to cause bird mortality. The Bucks and designer Populous incorporated bird-friendly features early in the design process after being urged to do so by the director of the advocacy group Bird City Wisconsin. The project is being billed as the world’s first bird-friendly sports arena.
BD+C
OCTOBER 31, 2018
Boston Mayor Martin Walsh recently unveiled a flood protection plan that keys on new parks and upgrades of existing ones. City leaders were alarmed when storms last winter put parts of the downtown area and the Seaport district underwater for a more than a day. Recent sea level rise forecasts have added urgency to the issue.
BD+C
NOVEMBER 2, 2018
National nonresidential construction spending fell 0.3% in September but remains historically elevated, according to an Associated Builders and Contractors analysis of U.S. Census Bureau data released today. Total nonresidential spending stood at $767.1 billion on a seasonally adjusted, annualized rate in September, an increase of 8.9% on a year-ago basis.
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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
OCTOBER 30, 2018
A total of 6,645 planned and ongoing construction projects by the world’s megacities, valued at US$4.2trn and fueled by the increase in population, are sparking interest in residential and infrastructural developments, according to .
BD+C
OCTOBER 30, 2018
The Orthopedic Associates of Hartford (OAH) recently announced plans for a 45,000-sf outpatient surgical center. Surgeons in the facility will perform shoulder, knee, and hip replacements; spine surgery; shoulder and knee arthroscopy; hand, wrist, elbow, foot, and ankle surgery; and interventional pain procedures to relieve pain and restore function.
BD+C
OCTOBER 30, 2018
San Francisco has released its Tall Buildings Strategy that outlines plans for better seismic resiliency for high-rise buildings. A city building inventory shows that 156 buildings—either existing or under construction—are taller than 240 feet. One hundred of those were built prior to modern seismic code implementation.
BD+C
NOVEMBER 2, 2018
Immersive reality. Extended reality. Augmented reality. Whatever you want to call it, it is safe to say technologies like virtual and mixed reality are here to stay in the AEC industry.
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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
OCTOBER 31, 2018
Foster + Partners’ ambitious Mexico City Airport project has officially been cancelled after 70% of voters (only 1.2% of registered voters turned out) rejected the project. The new plan is to keep the existing airport and add a terminal and two runways to a military base north of Mexico City, according to The Wall Street Journal. .
BD+C
NOVEMBER 1, 2018
McCluskey Automotive is a chain of Cincinnati car dealerships specializing in pre-owned vehicles. Its owner, Keith McCluskey, who also owns a prominent Chevrolet dealership, is an entrepreneur with a strong sense of branding. He wanted his corporate headquarters to share the visual brand of his dealerships, white walls with prominent deep-blue accents, in this case being expressed as a large atrium with a double-angled deep-blue window-bay that dominates the front of the building.
BD+C
OCTOBER 29, 2018
This fall, the Department of Veterans Affairs’ Palo Alto Health Care System in California is opening a three-story, 95,000-sf Community-Based Outpatient Clinic (CBOC) in the scenic Silver Creek section of San Jose. The new clinic—which will replace a 65,000-sf, single-story facility that opened 22 years ago—features design, operational, and service elements that define the VA’s recent approaches to veterans’ care and staff management.
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