BD+C
NOVEMBER 1, 2016
Freres Lumber of Lyons, Ore., announced the development of a new-to-market innovative wood product, Mass Plywood Panel (MPP). The veneer-based engineered wood product currently is being tested and refined through a partnership with Oregon State University (OSU). Patents are pending.
EntreArchitect
NOVEMBER 1, 2016
Marketing Strategies for Residential Architects. This past week, I had the great opportunity to join the co-founder of SALA Architects , Dale Mulfinger, FAIA over at EntreArchitect Podcast. It was a fantastic discussion about how SALA was founded and the journey to where Dale finds himself today as a principal at the firm, a teacher and an author of several books published by Taunton Press.
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Architecture Tourist
OCTOBER 30, 2016
Almost all of them were taller than me. And smarter. Even the quiet ones crackled with energy. It's as if their sensors were all dialed to 11 while most of mine have been shut down by age and experience. It was Excursion Week at Galloway. Our 20-student group chose "Interaction of Art and Social Justice" with the theme of "separate but equal." With the help of Galloway artist in residence and Georgia State sculpture professor Ruth Stanford the group explored, researched, and made some art.
Matt Fajkus Architecture
OCTOBER 31, 2016
Preface by Matt Fajkus: "Purchasing and developing a residential property is a very big investment for most people, in relative terms. We respect that and we want to help owners make informed decisions. Below, David explains some of the key elements we consider when evaluating the condition of an existing house, to help choose the best direction forward.
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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
NOVEMBER 3, 2016
Argo Food Park is a center for food and agricultural innovation in Aarhus, Denmark that sits on about 250 acres of land. A new masterplan from William McDonough + Partners and 3XN/GXN has presented a proposal to develop the area into an urban environment that promotes innovation, knowledge sharing, and interaction between companies.
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BD+C
NOVEMBER 3, 2016
Hurricane Matthew has brought renewed attention to the importance of adaptive strategies in the planning and future-proofing of our urban waterfronts. Adaptive planning can address a variety of objectives, including reducing the impact of a direct storm event such as Hurricane Katrina, avoiding damage from storm surges such as Hurricane Sandy and mitigating sea level rise.
BD+C
NOVEMBER 3, 2016
The University of Massachusetts Medical School in Worcester, Mass., held grand opening ceremonies on October 4 for its new Massachusetts Facility for High-Resolution Cyro-Electron Microscopy, the first of its kind in New England, and one of only a handful of similar facilities nationwide. TRO Architects designed this $20 million, 4,100-sf facility, for which Consigli was construction manager.
BD+C
NOVEMBER 4, 2016
A new “Equity in Architecture” survey finds that women and people of color continue to lag white men at architecture firms in career success measures such are salaries and advancement. This “achievement gap,” according to this survey, is less the result of systemic racism or sexism (although both still play in the background, like elevator music, at many firms), and more due to the lack of transparency in a firm’s process of promotions, equal access to its senior leaders, ongoing performance fee
BD+C
NOVEMBER 1, 2016
Millennium Partners and the City of Boston have come to an agreement to build what will become the tallest primarily residential tower in Boston as part of the redevelopment of Winthrop Square. Millennium Partners was selected by the city from five other builders and developers for the project.
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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 31, 2016
Imagine you are designing a hospital for one of the poorest communities in the world. There is no infrastructure for water, power or waste. Roads are rough and unreliable. Medical supplies disappear in the dead of the night to be sold on the black market. The average life expectancy of residents here is 42.5 years old, and 257 out of every 1,000 children born here will die before they celebrate their fifth birthday.
BD+C
NOVEMBER 1, 2016
Until Jeddah Tower is completed, the Burj Khalifa in Dubai continues to be the world’s tallest building standing an impressive 2,717 feet. While the real deal is certainly something to behold, Dubai also offers another structure with the Burj Khalifa name that can wear the label of “World’s tallest.”. Standing 56 feet tall, the LEGO Burj Khalifa, known as the Brick Khalifa, is the tallest LEGO replica building in the world.
BD+C
OCTOBER 31, 2016
The Council on Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat recently released 100 of the World’s Tallest Buildings , a book detailing the Top Company Rankings for numerous disciplines as derived from the projects found within the book's pages. As part of its company rankings, the top owners/developers were listed and ranked according to the number of buildings within the world’s 100 tallest they own.
BD+C
NOVEMBER 2, 2016
Located in the Navy Yard Corporate Center, a master-planned development within the Philadelphia Navy Yard, 1200 Intrepid stands as the first completed office building from Bjarke Ingels Group (BIG), the first BIG building in Philadelphia, and just the second building BIG has completed in the United States. Providing 92,000 sf of space spread across four stories, 1200 Intrepid takes many of its design features from the circular park and Navy Yard master plan while also resembling the curved bows
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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
NOVEMBER 4, 2016
Philadelphia will soon be getting its own version of New York’s popular High Line park as construction on the first phase of The Rail Park will begin by the end of the current calendar year. The project will transform the tracks of the old Reading Railroad into a 25,000-sf linear park. The park will have green space, lighting, walking paths, and benches and cost $10.3 million to build.
BD+C
NOVEMBER 4, 2016
The Obama Administration recently advocated that local communities change zoning codes that restrict new residential developments, and provided recommendations to encourage construction of more affordable housing.
BD+C
NOVEMBER 4, 2016
The Chadstone Shopping Centre is the largest center of its kind in the Southern Hemisphere, and now it has only grown larger with the opening of its most recent $660 million expansion. But it isn’t the size of the expansion that stands out, it’s the striking 7,080-sm steel and glass roof.
BD+C
NOVEMBER 2, 2016
After four years of development, the latest version of the Architect Registration Examination® (ARE®), ARE 5.0, launched on November 1, 2016. The updated exam incorporates new testing technologies and features six divisions that align with current practice and the progression of an architecture project. ARE 5.0 was developed with the help of practicing architects who volunteer their time and expertise, and reviewed by experts who ensure the exam is fair, reliable, and meets national testing stan
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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
NOVEMBER 3, 2016
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration is proposing 18 changes to the agency’s recordkeeping, general industry, maritime and construction standards. . The proposed revisions could save employers an estimated $3.2 million per year, the agency says. The changes would include: • Recognition of electronic posting of 911 emergency services contact information. • Promotion of uniformity in rules for traffic signs, flaggers, and barricades at construction sites.
BD+C
NOVEMBER 2, 2016
The People's Choice Award for the American Institute of Architects (AIA) I Look Up Film Challenge is ARCH 335: Rebuilding Medcamps , which was also the selection for the juried portion of the film challenge. Brad Deal, Robert Brooks and Michael Tolar submitted the short film, which garnered 46,339 votes.
BD+C
OCTOBER 31, 2016
A planned mixed-use development from Frank Gehry and located on Sunset Boulevard will be moving forward after the Planning and Land Use Management Committee voted unanimously to approve the plans.
BD+C
NOVEMBER 1, 2016
The Council on Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat recently released 100 of the World’s Tallest Buildings , a book detailing the Top Company Rankings for numerous disciplines as derived from the projects found within the book's pages. As part of its company rankings, the top wind consultants were listed and ranked according to the number of buildings within the world’s 100 tallest they have completed work on.
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
NOVEMBER 1, 2016
International design and architecture firm Perkins Eastman announced the publication of its latest white paper, “Centers for Healthy Living: Providing Whole-Person Wellness to Seniors,” co-authored by Associate and Senior Design Researcher Emily Chmielewski EDAC, and Associate Claire Dickey AIA, who are based in the firm’s Pittsburgh and Washington, D.C., offices, respectively.
BD+C
NOVEMBER 2, 2016
Nonresidential construction spending fell 0.9 percent from August to September 2016, according to analysis of U.S. Census Bureau data released today by Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC). Nonresidential spending totaled $690.5 billion on a seasonally adjusted, annualized basis for the month, 0.7 percent below September 2015’s figure.
BD+C
OCTOBER 31, 2016
Real gross domestic product (GDP) expanded 2.9 percent on a seasonally adjusted annualized rate during the third quarter of 2016, according to an analysis of Bureau of Economic Analysis data released today by Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC). This follows a 1.4 percent increase during the second quarter and represents the tenth consecutive quarter of economic expansion.
BD+C
NOVEMBER 3, 2016
The new 10-story “Center for Care and Discovery” building in the University of Chicago Medical Center’s campus is dubbed as the “hospital of the future” for its high-tech design and groundbreaking scientific work. At 1.2 million square feet, it is one of the largest buildings at the campus and has already transformed the skyline of Chicago’s south side.
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