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19 decommissioned shipping containers become downtown Phoenix’s hottest marketplace

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September 1 marked the opening of downtown Phoenix’s newest restaurant and retail marketplace—and its latest commercial construction project to utilize decommissioned shipping containers as its primarily building form. The Churchill is a 14,000-sf urban infill development that caters to small Arizona-based businesses. . The development is the latest in a neighborhood to be constructed entirely from shipping containers, and the third shipping container project delivered by Phoenix-based design-bu

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007: A Survivor’s Guide to Architecture School

Life of an Architect

Fall is just around the corner and that means it’s time for students around the country to return to their desk’s at architecture school. For most, this time is a mixture of excitement and enthusiasm, while for others, it’s a mixture of anxiety and sleepless nights … during my time in school is experienced a mixture of the two.

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Architecture Website Design - 5 Key Factors

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Five Factors Your Firm’s Website Must Get Right! 5 Architecture Website Design Factors Your Firm Must Get Right! “ The internet is littered with failed architecture firm web design projects, and it ain’t pretty. ” — Bryon McCartney, Chief Creative Strategist, Archmark. Architecture website design is not simply about making your portfolio look good.

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Value Based Compensation for Architects

EntreArchitect

For years architects have been looking for ways to justify their fees and hourly rates to their clients. It may just be that this “justification” posture is the obstacle to achieving their goal of higher fees and enhanced profitability. Instead, more energy could be expended in improving our communication skills, especially our listening skills.

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Architectural Visualization Trends and the Rise of AI

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?

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Medical office construction isn’t keeping pace with the aging of America

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By 2025, there could be 65.2 million people in the U.S. aged 65 years old and up, compared to 47.7 million in 2015. That increase would be exponentially higher by percentage than the growth for Americans under 64, and would put seniors ever closer to 20% of the country’s total population.

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Lean, tech, talent training highlight contractor innovations

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The latest developments at construction and construction management firms in 2017-18: Bernards introduced market segment experts to lead the pursuit, management, and construction of all projects through “centers of excellence.” This has allowed a stronger focus on the pursuit process, which has resulted in a better “hit” rate on prospective projects.

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Certified Green Buildings may have an advantage in capital markets

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Research indicates that green certification lowers the cost of capital for real estate investors, according to a recent column at GlobeSt.

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Coalition of mayors around the globe pledge net-zero buildings by 2030

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A coalition of 19 mayors from the C40 group signed a pledge in August to make all new buildings net-zero carbon by 2030. The mayors also agreed that all buildings in their cities, old and new, will be net-zero by 2050. U.S. mayors in Los Angeles, New York City, Portland, San Francisco, San Jose, Santa Monica, and Washington D.C., signed the agreement.

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What's happening at 90 design firms

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. 4240 ARCHITECTURE Its NZE “Aestus” visitor center won “Architecture at Zero” competition. ACAI associates Streamlined FARO scanning process to align with contract requirements and as-built needs. ADACHE GROUP ARCHITECTS Expanded capabilities with Lumion fast rendering. Adrian Smith+Gordon Gill Simulating building performance via HadCM3 weather files.

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From Plan to Reality: Unlocking the Power of Aerial Imagery for AEC

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

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Three forgotten truths about mold and moisture building failures

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Construction begins on North Carolina State University’s new engineering building

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North Carolina State University graduates over 2,500 engineers and computer scientists every year, and future students will soon have a new engineering building to call home. Fitts-Woolard Hall is a 224,000-sf, four-story building that will complete the College of Engineering’s move to NC State’s Centennial Campus.

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NIST releases report outlining steps to bolster disaster resiliency

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The National Institute of Standards and Technology recently submitted a report to Congress outlining steps to improve building functionality after natural disasters.

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Top 150 K-12 School Architecture + AE Firms [2018 Giants 300 Report]

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TOP 150 K-12 SCHOOL ARCHITECTURE + AE FIRMS. RANK. COMPANY. 2017 K-12 SCHOOLS REVENUE. 1. Stantec. $80,463,567.

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7 Ways Real-Time Visualization Can Solve Architectural Challenges

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.

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Top 40 Data Center Architecture + AE Firms [2018 Giants 300 Report]

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TOP 40 DATA CENTER ARCHITECTURE + AE FIRMS. RANK. COMPANY. 2017 DATA CENTER REVENUE. 1. Corgan. $49,296,959. 2.

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Rutgers University Welcome Center creates branded experience for visitors and prospective students

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Universities are doing whatever they can to try and attract as many applicants as possible, from new residence halls to dining halls, it’s all about creating memorable experiences for students.

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It takes more than money to fund resilience

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As our firm’s Research Knowledge Manager, I am always seeking to learn more about how to prepare for a resilient future. I recently attended a workshop at the Bay Area Metro Center on resilient design, broadly defined as the intentional design of buildings and communities for survival, recovery, and stability in the face of climate change.

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Multi-unit Lower East Side project features versatile long-span composite flooring system

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When the architect and the project engineer on 100 Norfolk Street—an eye-popping luxury cantilevered multi-unit residential building on Manhattan’s historic Lower East Side—needed extra support to navigate the project’s many complexities, they turned to New Millennium Building Systems. New Millennium is a nationwide manufacturer of steel joists, special profile joists, and steel roof and floor decking, and is a one-stop resource for the broadest range of custom-engineered structural steel build

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Concrete Waterproofing: The Next Step to a More Resilient Design

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.

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New White Paper on Metal Panel Fire Safety Released

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The Metal Construction Association (MCA) has published a new white paper, “Fire Safety of Insulated Metal Wall Panels.”. The document contains detailed information on the efficacy of insulated metal panels (IMPs) for insulation and fire safety requirements in the U.S. and other countries. IMPs are lightweight composite exterior wall and roof panels with two layers of coated thin sheet metal (typically steel or aluminum) wrapped around a rigid foam core to form a stiff composite.

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Top 90 Retail Sector Contractors + CM Firms [2018 Giants 300 Report]

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TOP 90 RETAIL SECTOR CONTRACTORS + CM FIRMS. RANK. COMPANY. 2017 RETAIL REVENUE. 1. PCL Construction Enterprises. $597,679,293.

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S/L/A/M Collaborative completes merger with L.A.-based firm

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The S/L/A/M Collaborative, a leading architectural firm based in Connecticut, expands its footprint to the West Coast and in the healthcare and Higher Ed sectors through its recent merger with Frank Webb Architects, a Los Angeles-based firm with 17 employees. Frank Webb Architects’ leadership team, led by its president Gregory Coles, AIA, is joining S/L/A/M’s executive team.

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Little details, big questions: Occupancy planning 101

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It’s the little things that sometimes spark big questions. Transitioning into a new hospital is no easy feat and daily tasks can have a huge impact. One may think that a robust design process would account for everything that impacts team efficiency and satisfaction, but that’s often not the case. There are hundreds of minute details to address: dozens of employees need to clock in and out during shift changes, the re-allocation of funds affects staffing and building design impacts the ability t

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Sustainable Architecture: Design Green with the Client in Mind

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.

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Top 110 Hotel Sector Architecture + AE Firms [2018 Giants 300 Report]

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TOP 110 HOTEL SECTOR ARCHITECTURE + AE FIRMS. RANK. COMPANY. 2017 HOTEL REVENUE. 1. Gensler. $80,000,000. 2.

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Top 65 Hotel Sector Engineering + EA Firms [2018 Giants 300 Report]

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TOP 65 HOTEL SECTOR ENGINEERING + EA FIRMS. RANK. COMPANY. 2017 HOTEL REVENUE. 1. Jacobs. $20,340,000. 2.

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Top 55 Airport Facilities Contractors + CM Firms [2018 Giants 300 Report]

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TOP 55 AIRPORT FACILITIES CONTRACTORS + CM FIRMS. RANK. COMPANY. 2017 AIRPORT REVENUE. 1. Hensel Phelps. $1,165,930,000.

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Little details, big questions: Occupancy planning 101 for healthcare facilities

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It’s the little things that sometimes spark big questions. Transitioning into a new hospital is no easy feat and daily tasks can have a huge impact. One may think that a robust design process would account for everything that impacts team efficiency and satisfaction, but that’s often not the case. There are hundreds of minute details to address: dozens of employees need to clock in and out during shift changes, the re-allocation of funds affects staffing and building design impacts the ability t

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Report: Optimism for Construction Growth in the Next Year Remains High

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!