L² Design
JANUARY 29, 2021
It's a new year - and a new (big) project has started at #L2HQ! First up, the kitchen sink workspace - arguably one of the most important spaces in the kitchen. The post Inspiration #69: Kitchen Cooktop appeared first on L² Design, LLC.
BD+C
JANUARY 27, 2021
In its latest outlook report for the multifamily rental market , Yardi Matrix outlined several reasons for hope for a solid recovery for the multifamily housing sector in 2021, especially during the second half of the year. .
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Life of an Architect
JANUARY 24, 2021
Should architects date one another? How do you get your first client? Your greatest challenge? We answer your questions today on Ep 067: Ask the Show. The post Ep 067: Ask the Show first appeared on Life of an Architect. Continue reading Ep 067: Ask the Show at Life of an Architect. Should architects date one another? How do you get your first client?
Community Architect Daily
JANUARY 27, 2021
On a cool winter Monday morning the newly minted Mayor Brandon Scott and the also still relatively new Executives of Baltimore, Anne Arundel and Howards County, Olszewski, Pittman and Ball huddled around the entrance to Hopkins subway station. They held a press conference in support of transit funding. Together they demanded better funding of the MTA which serves all four of the jurisdictions with bus or rail service.
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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?
A Better Built Environment
JANUARY 26, 2021
Gentrification is a process of changing the character of a neighborhood through the influx of more affluent residents and businesses. - Wikipedia This week I’m focusing my thoughts on series of articles related to gentrification and urban development. It worries me that people use the word gentrification as ammunition to fight development and urban investments.
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EntreArchitect
JANUARY 24, 2021
Our first experience with remote hiring was March 18, 2020 – the first day the firm started working from home. CO Architects is fortunate that our workload increased throughout 2020, so we had to adapt quickly to recruiting, interviewing, onboarding, and integrating new staff virtually. We’ve hired and onboarded 25 new employees since March 2020, representing a staff growth of about 17 percent.
The Architect's Desktop
JANUARY 28, 2021
Here is something of which I wish I was aware prior to the change over from network to named-user licenses. If all of your users were already set up with BIM 360 Design licenses (which were always named-user) and were always signed into Revit with their Autodesk Account, then this will not be an issue for you. But if you have users that are not signed into Autodesk Account when using Revit under a network license, chances are that their default Revit user names are not the same as the Username o
Matt Fajkus Architecture
JANUARY 29, 2021
What is programming? After making the decision to build a new home or remodel an existing one, the first step in the process, before starting the design (Pre-Design) is to build an architectural program. This programming phase is the foundation of the design and includes the goals of the project and the Owners’ wants and needs. It is both quantitative, determining the desired square footage, number of bedrooms, bathrooms, and other specific requirements of the finished home, as well as qualitati
BD+C
JANUARY 26, 2021
For the past half-dozen years or so, off-site manufacturers of components and modules have sprung up in response to growing demand for commercial prefabrication and modular construction. Most companies chasing this business read from the same song sheet when they describe their advantages over conventional in-field construction: lower building costs, better quality control, faster and more reliable construction scheduling, less material waste, safer working conditions.
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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
JANUARY 25, 2021
A new 5.3 million-sf eSports arena is under construction in Shanghai for EDward Gaming (EDG) a professional eSports organization based in China. The arena, which will be part of a larger entertainment venue, will be located in Shanghai’s Minhang District. The Shanghai International NCC&Esports Center will provide office space and be the home arena for EDG.
BD+C
JANUARY 26, 2021
The Lomax Container Housing Project is an apartment complex made of shipping containers set to rise in Southeast Dallas. The project was designed by Merriman Anderson/Architects (MAA) in collaboration with CitySquare Housing.
BD+C
JANUARY 25, 2021
Should architects date one another? How do you get your first client? What is the greatest challenge you’ve ever faced? All this and more burning questions for Bob Borson, FAIA, and Andrew Hawkins, AIA, on Episode 67 of Life of an Architect! . Today we are taking it to the street–more accurately to Instagram–where I asked people to submit questions to Andrew and I that they NEEDED to know.
BD+C
JANUARY 28, 2021
This week on The Weekly show, BD+C editors speak with AEC industry leaders from Studio-MLA and TestFit about: . • Landscape design trends in the built environment. • How AEC teams and real estate developers can improve real estate feasibility studies with real-time generative design. . .
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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
JANUARY 27, 2021
WE3 at Water’s Edge, a six-story, 160,000-sf creative workspace has completed construction in an area of Playa Vista colloquially referred to as “Silicon Beach.”.
BD+C
JANUARY 28, 2021
The National Fire Protection Association ( NFPA ) has released a new energy storage systems (ESS) safety fact sheet.
BD+C
JANUARY 26, 2021
The American Concrete Institute and International Concrete Repair Institute have published an updated Guide to the Code for Assessment, Repair, and Rehabilitation of Existing Concrete Structures. The guide provides licensed design professionals with the knowledge, skill, and judgment to interpret and use the ACI 562, Code Requirements for Assessment, Repair, and Rehabilitation of Existing Concrete Structures , according to a news release.
BD+C
JANUARY 28, 2021
Located in Little Rock, the Arkansas Arts Center is currently undergoing a $142 million transformation to become the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts. The new museum will include an increase in space of almost 50% and the addition of 13 acres of new grounds.
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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
JANUARY 28, 2021
The new Gallatin High School in Bozeman, Mont., was designed around the concept of a town center to be a place where people come together for a variety of purposes aligned with creating a unified, supportive, interactive community.
BD+C
JANUARY 27, 2021
AECOM is suing Zurich American Insurance alleging that the carrier’s “all-risk” policies should include claims for losses due to the impact of COVID-19. The design firm alleges that Zurich refused to pay coronavirus-related claims when such coverage was not specifically excluded in AECOM's “all-risk” property insurance policies. AECOM claims its COVID-19 damages run in the millions of dollars.
BD+C
JANUARY 26, 2021
For the past half-dozen years or so, off-site manufacturers of components and modules have sprung up in response to growing demand for commercial prefabrication and modular construction. Most companies chasing this business read from the same song sheet when they describe their advantages over conventional in-field construction: lower building costs, better quality control, faster and more reliable construction scheduling, less material waste, safer working conditions.
BD+C
JANUARY 25, 2021
The Fenestration and Glazing Industry Alliance ( FGIA ) has released a new document for guidance in selecting skylights and on designing daylighting features. AAMA SKY-3-20, Skylight Selection and Daylighting Design Guide including Unit Skylights, Tubular Daylight Devices (TDD) and Sloped Glazing , was developed in 2020. The 51-page document is now available as a complimentary download.
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
JANUARY 26, 2021
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