BD+C
SEPTEMBER 21, 2020
It’s been a wild ride in 2020 for the U.S. timber industry , and the run up in prices shows no sign of easing. First, mills temporarily shut down in March due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Then, in September in the timber nexus of the Northwest, wildfires have burned out of control threatening some timber plants.
DesignScape Architects
SEPTEMBER 23, 2020
What You Need To Know About Bioclimatic Architecture For a form of architecture that has been in use for hundreds of years, and has an impressive range of benefits, bioclimatic architecture has been severely underused in recent times. But the shift towards sustainability in the design industry, has seen the re-emergence of bioclimatic trends. What Is Bioclimatic Architecture?
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Architecture Quote
SEPTEMBER 23, 2020
This article provides useful information together with helpful websites for all architect jobs websites all over the world! According to architects, the number one way they find jobs is through word of mouth. In this context, “ word of mouth ” means hearing about jobs by speaking to people you know in the industry to advertise that you’re looking for work.
Architects for Urbanity
SEPTEMBER 23, 2020
''The Rack of the Future'' is our contribution to The Untouchables exhibition that is part of the Change. Architecture Cities Life festival in Rome, and suggests a radical future perspective for intervention in the city's Piazza del Quirinale, more information HERE As a historic city, Rome enjoys an incredible body of well-preserved monuments, buildings and plazas that once taught innovation and responded radically to the political and architectural preoccupations of their era, with many of them
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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
SEPTEMBER 23, 2020
Business conditions remained stalled at architecture firms during August as demand for design services continued to decline, according to a new report from the American Institute of Architects (AIA).
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Jane Griswold Radocchia
SEPTEMBER 22, 2020
Lesson 1 is here: [link] What's a Line? A Line is a basic tool for layout and design. Serlio, in 1520, used twine with a plumb bob as his Line. On the frontispiece of his book, On Architecture , he drew his Line entangled in the metal scrolling. The end for tying is frayed. Even through we now write 'line' without the capital L, we still use lines to keep our construction 'true' - straight, square, and plumb.
Dennis Kowal Architects
SEPTEMBER 21, 2020
This Victorian Farmhouse Kitchen really works. Everything has a place and the views to the Kitchen from the Dining Room only reveal the presentable cabinet displays and not the dirty dishes or stove pans. A Pasta Sink provides a fifth cooking location with direct drain of the boiling hot water. Organized drawer slides have set places for knives and utensils to reduce the clutter and digging to find something in a drawer.
BD+C
SEPTEMBER 24, 2020
Building enclosure commissioning, a quality-assurance process intended to ensure a building meets the owner’s requirements, offers benefits including cost savings. The process fosters the ability to catch and eliminate problems early and inexpensively, resulting in reduced project costs and fewer change orders.
Virginia Duran
SEPTEMBER 22, 2020
Basel is Switzerland’s little secret. Located where the Swiss, French and German borders meet, Basel is a mecca for architects. Traditionally, the city has had an ancient kind of allure – Medieval Gates, grand cathedrals and historical palaces – but nowadays, contemporary architecture can be found everywhere.
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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
SEPTEMBER 22, 2020
Select-service hotels, which are designed with space efficiency and a lean labor model in mind, accounted for 70% of the total U.S. hotel construction pipeline at the end of last year. About that same percentage of investors surveyed by JLL recently were bullish on select-services hotels, believing they enhance portfolio returns.
BD+C
SEPTEMBER 22, 2020
Creating innovative design alternatives through mixed construction methods. The old adage, “opposites attract,” might as well be describing the increasingly common practice of mixing the technology of custom metal building systems with conventional construction. By taking the indisputable sustainability, time savings, and structural benefits of a custom-engineered metal frame, and then adding in design elements you can only achieve with traditional products such as brick or glass, many builders
BD+C
SEPTEMBER 25, 2020
Completed in 2019, this eco-friendly and state-of-the-art 61,000 square-foot facility creates a grand entrance to the campus of Northwestern College. It serves the health science programs including biology, chemistry and the now on-campus nursing department, as it was previously housed in a nearby hospital. .
BD+C
SEPTEMBER 22, 2020
1. Wings clipped, airports veer to tech to regain passenger trust (BD+C) . "The impact of the coronavirus on airport construction and renovation has been mixed. Paul Dorsey, Vice President-Aviation for Manhattan Construction, cautions that the industry must come to grips with the distinct likelihood that some businesses will permanently limit corporate travel in favor of virtual meetings.".
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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
SEPTEMBER 22, 2020
Snøhetta’s design for the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library was recently selected as the winning entry in a competition to design the facility. The design is informed by the President’s personal reflections on the landscape, his commitment to environmental stewardship, and the periods of quiet introspection and civic engagement that marked his life.
BD+C
SEPTEMBER 22, 2020
Designers, engineers, and commercial building owners have several ways to safeguard indoor air during the COVID-19 pandemic.
BD+C
SEPTEMBER 25, 2020
The largest public library renovation in Rhode Island’s history was celebrated earlier this month when the Providence Public Library (PPL) posted a 23-minute-long video that served as a virtual ribbon cutting, followed a few days later by a grand opening gala.
BD+C
SEPTEMBER 24, 2020
This week on The Weekly show, BD+C editors spoke with leaders from BR Architects, DLR Group, and Thomas Jefferson University about three timely trends: . • Smart building analytics and building optimization tools. • The future of smart cities. • Community storm shelter design. WATCH THE SEGMENTS ON DEMAND BELOW . THE WEEKLY SHOW HIGHLIGHTS FOR SEPTEMBER 24, 2020.
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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
SEPTEMBER 24, 2020
1. SOM-designed waterfront neighborhood will include 1,045-foot-tall tower (BD+C) .
BD+C
SEPTEMBER 24, 2020
Architects and engineers participating in the AIA’s 2030 Commitment are reporting the greatest reduction in predicted energy use (pEUI) in the program’s 10-year history. “This year marks a critical inflection point for the program and climate action,” said 2020 AIA President Jane Frederick, FAIA. “This report outlines a vision for the coming years, which is anchored in community advocacy, adoption of on-site and off-site renewable energy sources, and increased attention to embodied carbon.”.
BD+C
SEPTEMBER 23, 2020
Zhuhai, China, recently named the most livable city in China by the Chinese Academy of Social Sciences, will soon be home to a new 5.6 million-sf mixed-use neighborhood that will feature offices, residences, retail, and infrastructure. The city was recently connected to Hong Kong and Macau via the longest sea-crossing bridge in the world.
BD+C
SEPTEMBER 23, 2020
The International Code Council’s Innovation Group is working to help the building industry stay ahead of new technology, trends, and building risks. The group is paying particular attention to housing resiliency in light of the growing threat of climate change. Codes can address the intersection of resilience and sustainability, such as enabling people to stay in their homes longer in the event of power outages during extreme hot or cold weather.
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
SEPTEMBER 23, 2020
1. Snøhetta wins design for the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library (BD+C) . "The facility is conceived as a journey through a preserved landscape of diverse habitats, punctuated with small pavilions providing spaces for reflection and activity. Set at the northeast edge of a butte, the landscape is preserved for conservation research while offering a setting for educational walks, leisure, and recreation.".
BD+C
SEPTEMBER 21, 2020
Washington is the US state with the highest pipeline value of construction projects that are in the execution stage, and this is reflected in the rapid growth the state has seen in construction activity over the past eight years, according to GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company,
BD+C
SEPTEMBER 21, 2020
1. New Innovation Center should heighten Port San Antonio’s tech profile (BD+C) . "That campus is home to over 80 public- and private-sector employers, and supports more than 14,000 direct jobs in the fields of aerospace, defense, cybersecurity, robotics, and advanced manufacturing.".
BD+C
SEPTEMBER 21, 2020
Thirty-nine states lost construction jobs between August 2019 and August 2020 while 31 states and the District of Columbia added construction jobs between July and August according to a new analysis of Labor Department data released today by the Associated General Contractors of America. The new annual figures detail how the coronavirus pandemic has undermined demand for construction projects after a strong start to the year.
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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!
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