BD+C
NOVEMBER 9, 2017
As schools are working to develop new curricula to prepare students for a future dominated by technology, architects must also prepare education clients for a new future—one where they can explore their building designs in a fully immersive way.
Dwell
NOVEMBER 8, 2017
The beautiful charred look of shou sugi ban—or more accurately, yakisugi—gives these homes from around the world a striking look. Though its exact origins are unknown, historians believe the method— which involves charring Japanese cedar with fire, brushing it, cooling it, cleaning it, and varnishing it with a natural oil—began in Japan around the 1600s or 1700s.
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EntreArchitect
NOVEMBER 7, 2017
One of the most popular topics discussed throughout the EntreArchitect Community is the role of the architect during the construction phase. I am often surprised by the number of firms providing architectural design services and forfeiting the final phase of the process, Construction Administration. Here is a recent comment from the group; “I need to get better at selling my clients on construction administration.
Architects for Urbanity
NOVEMBER 6, 2017
Team: Irgen Salianji, Karolina Szóstkiewicz, Marina Kounavi, Harris Vamvakas, Tatiana Zoumpoulaki Status: competition project Description in English: INTRODUCTION Warsaw is still in the wake of the 1990 political transitions, as most of Eastern European capital cities, combined with the severe historical facts that shattered the city and its urban fabric, leaving a distinct stigma behind.
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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 10, 2017
The first indoor shopping mall in Austin, Texas is currently undergoing a major renovation to become Austin Community College’s new digital media center. The redesigned building will contain space for art, music, dance drama, radio-television-film, photography, visual communication, computer programming, and gaming technology. . Rendering courtesy of Perkins+Will. .
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BD+C
NOVEMBER 6, 2017
. . Is your design catching eyes in the right places? New VR heat map technology delivers a detailed map of where viewers are paying attention in created VR experiences. Photo: Yulio Technologies. .
BD+C
NOVEMBER 6, 2017
“Collaboration” has become an abiding design goal for many nonresidential building types, such as offices and educational institutions. But the medical field, with its hierarchical divisions and silo mentality among professionals, continues to resist a more collaborative workplace culture. Perkins Eastman set out to find out why, and used one of its own projects—the 95,000-sf NYU Winthrop Hospital Research and Academic Center in Mineola, N.Y.
BD+C
NOVEMBER 6, 2017
In renovating and expanding the Indian Trails Public Library in Wheeling, Ill., design architect Product Architecture + Design drew influences from the hospitality industry to create a warm, welcoming atmosphere. Design elements such as colored-glass room dividers and distinctive curvatures in the carpet, ceiling panels, and light fixtures create definition between zones in the library.
BD+C
NOVEMBER 6, 2017
In the month since Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos announced plans for a $5 billion development that would serve as the e-commerce giant’s second headquarters, cities and regional economic development organizations (EGOs) across the country have been tripping over themselves in an effort to woo the world’s third-largest tech company.
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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
NOVEMBER 10, 2017
It’s no surprise that robots have chosen hotels to invade first—after all, in no other sector or building is service so highly valued and scrutinized. Whether it’s automating the check-in desk, bringing additional toiletries to the room or booking dinner reservations, digitally driven services and technology have altered the guest experience. But are guests ready for even more drastic changes?
BD+C
NOVEMBER 6, 2017
You know you are going to engage in a negotiation at some point, whether it involves making a bid pitch, getting assigned to a new project, or negotiating the terms of your next job. . Do you know how to start? Do you take an assertive approach? Do you wait to be approached? Should you wait to be approached, or for the time to be “right”? .
BD+C
NOVEMBER 9, 2017
The National Institute of Building Sciences (NIBS) and the New Buildings Institute (NBI) have released Implementing an Outcome-Based Compliance Path in Energy Codes: Guidance for Cities, a document that provides guidance to help communities achieve energy goals. The document contains a new approach to code compliance to shift the focus towards actual, measurable energy results.
BD+C
NOVEMBER 6, 2017
The Canada Green Building Council (CaGBC) has opened public registration for Canada’s first Zero Carbon Building (ZCB) Program. The program provides third-party verification of compliance for zero carbon design and performance. The standard is designed to be broadly applicable across many types of new and existing buildings.
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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 6, 2017
The recent transformation of Cornell University’s 160,000-sf Upson Hall could become a blueprint for how this Ivy League college updates other buildings within the engineering quad of its Ithaca, N.Y., campus.
BD+C
NOVEMBER 9, 2017
Skullcandy, the lifestyle audio brand, was born on the ski slopes of Park City, Utah. The company recently relocated to a new headquarters building at the base of Utah Olympic Park. The Park City site was selected for its stunning views and visibility from Highway 40.
BD+C
NOVEMBER 7, 2017
When Dattner Architects began conceptualizing a new garage for the New York City Department of Sanitation, their design team was faced with numerous challenges, including issues related to the building’s location in New York’s Lower West Side—a largely residential community dotted with several high-end condominiums.
BD+C
NOVEMBER 7, 2017
UL Environment, a division of UL (Underwriters Laboratories Inc.), says it has developed the first certification program that verifies products’ compliance with the WELL Building Standard. The certification will signal to architects, designers, and specifiers that certified products such as furniture, interior paints and coatings, adhesives and sealants, insulation, and lighting comply with requirements of the WELL Building Standard.
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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 8, 2017
Major cyber security breaches are constantly in the news, inviting waves of anxiety among, well, everyone. It’s not just big political players, media companies, and financial giants that are threatened—AEC firms need to watch out too. Hackers have turned their attention to professional services firms in recent years, looking for vulnerabilities in a business’s IT infrastructure in an attempt to swipe confidential and valuable information.
BD+C
NOVEMBER 6, 2017
Cobalt Stables was the kind of project that contractors dream of, where the client wants to build the best facility of its kind, has the budget to do it, and has faith in the contractor to let him express his craft and creativity.
BD+C
NOVEMBER 9, 2017
AECOM and Van Alen Institute, with 100 Resilient Cities – Pioneered by The Rockefeller Foundation, recently announced four finalists for Urban SOS® 2017: h OUR City, a global student ideas competition that challenged multidisciplinary teams to connect more people in regions around the world to the opportunities found in contemporary cities.
BD+C
NOVEMBER 6, 2017
The American Institute of Architects has released AIA Document C203 – 2017 Standard Form of Consultant’s Services: Commissioning. C203-2017 replaces B211-2007, Standard Form of Architect’s Services: Commissioning. The form is intended to be used as a supplement to AIA Document C103–2015, Standard Form of Agreement Between Owner and Consultant without a Predefined Scope of Consultant’s Services as a guide for drawing up a contract for commissioning services.
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 10, 2017
Indoors, outdoors, and everything inbetween, these 12 flooring tech products offer solutions for a variety of projects. . 1. Deconstructed metal. Patcraft.
BD+C
NOVEMBER 10, 2017
GKD’s new Solar Omega stainless steel metal fabric panels are geared for sun shading. As the sun rises higher in the sky, the stacking effects of the horizontal metal rods shade the building façade. As the sun descends, more daylight is allowed through the mesh. Options include deeper horizontal rods, which increase the amount of shading while maintaining views through the fabric, and the ability to vary the open area based on the unique solar needs of the project. .
BD+C
NOVEMBER 6, 2017
For its $2 billion expansion of the YYC Calgary International Airport, the Calgary Airport Authority had several objectives: increased comfort and cleanliness for travelers, clear wayfinding, and lower maintenance costs.
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