BD+C
SEPTEMBER 30, 2016
It may not be in every AEC industry news headline, but it’s a reality every overworked project team member knows well. The talent shortage in AEC is affecting many professionals on multiple levels. As Technology becomes an ever-increasing reality in our daily work lives, productivity expectations, to do more with less, grows. .
Life of an Architect
SEPTEMBER 26, 2016
There is a detail we have in our cabin project that I am anxious to see built. Within the two-story stairwell along the main wall, we are cladding the surface with 16 gauge steel plating. I get all tingly just thinking about it. Here is a building section through the cabin and I have taken the liberty of shading the portion of the drawing where the steel plate will be installed.
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EntreArchitect
SEPTEMBER 27, 2016
This is a guest post written by architect Jeff Echols, the founder of echoEngagement , an Indianapolis-based brand storytelling firm. Jeff is s a Storyteller, a Networker; a Connector. He crafts engaging stories for businesses, individuals and organizations around their unique passion, purpose and value. There’s a statistic that gets thrown around from time to time in professional services industries like architecture.
BD+C
SEPTEMBER 29, 2016
A recent push to develop Martian architecture, driven by the vision of independent space exploration companies such as Elon Musk’s SpaceX or Jeff Bezos’s Blue Origin, is attempting to bring to life something that has, to this point, only been seen in works of science fiction; habitable dwellings and cities on planets other than Earth.
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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 26, 2016
New sports stadiums and arenas are quickly becoming beacons of new technology, modern design, and sustainability. Take Mercedes-Benz stadium, for example. The future home of the Atlanta Falcons has an arresting design, an ultra-modern appearance, and is looking to become the NFL’s first LEED Platinum v4 stadium and one of the first LEED Platinum professional sports stadiums in the country, regardless of sport.
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BD+C
SEPTEMBER 29, 2016
For many years, the UAE has set the global bar for iconic architecture—pushing the boundaries of aesthetics, technology, and delivery. With the articulation of the UAE Vision 2021 by H.H. Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Ruler of Dubai, that bar of excellence has been set even higher, ensuring that future design and development within the UAE be advanced through a framework of sustainability.
BD+C
SEPTEMBER 29, 2016
“It is certainly our most distinctive building on campus,” says Geoff Hurtado, associate vice chancellor at the University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee. “And it signifies the direction in which UWM is headed. We are stepping up from a good university to a great university and in the top tier of the research community.”.
BD+C
SEPTEMBER 30, 2016
“You can’t always get what you want,” sang the Rolling Stones. It’s true in life and no less true in the workplace environment, particularly when it comes to amenities. But a smart and strategic approach to amenity selection and design can result in something much better: you get what you need.
BD+C
SEPTEMBER 30, 2016
The 66-year-old Port Authority Bus Terminal is deteriorating and in desperate need of an update. And, thanks to an international design and deliverability contest from the Port Authority, there are now five designs that may one day stand as the new terminal. Arcadis of New York, Inc., Archilier Architecture Consortium, Hudson Terminal Center Collaborative, Pelli Clarke Pelli Architects, and Perkins Eastman are the five firms battling for the design opportunity.
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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 30, 2016
Venture Construction Group of Florida, a Boca Raton-based roofing construction and restoration company founded in 1998, is licensed in 10 states and does business up and down the East Coast. Its owner and president, Stephen Shanton, says that the general state of roofing systems on commercial properties, which account for 75% of his jobs, is “pretty horrible,” primarily because property managers disregard basic maintenance.
BD+C
SEPTEMBER 26, 2016
It is said that travel broadens the mind, and beginning in 2017 the American Institute of Architects (AIA) is offering a new global travel program specifically focused on broadening the architectural mind.
BD+C
SEPTEMBER 28, 2016
For many older individuals, reminiscing about the halcyon days often means taking a mental trip back to a neighborhood akin to The Andy Griffith Show ’s Mayberry; quiet streets lined with family owned ice cream shops, barbers, and hardware stores.
BD+C
SEPTEMBER 27, 2016
A new 25 million-sf mixed-use development is set to begin construction in Zhuhai China by the end of this month. The complex, known as "Hengqin Wanxiang World,” is being designed by 10 Design after the firm won a competition for the project created by China Resources Land, ArchDaily reports.
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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 28, 2016
Hotel construction across the globe shows a slight uptick from one year ago, according to the recent Global Construction Pipeline Trend Report from Lodging Econometrics (LE). LE tabulates the construction pipeline for 182 countries around the world. The report shows a total of 11,260 projects and 1,919,370 rooms either currently under construction or in some form of planning.
BD+C
SEPTEMBER 30, 2016
A soviet era parking garage in Lithuania that sits just a few dozen feet from the Neris River and has been described as an “eyesore,” has been transformed into a bright display of color and lights as part of the Vilnius Street Art Festival. Ignas Lukauskas, an architect whose PhD thesis was on urban landscapes and how art and architecture can create disruptions, created the new look for the building.
BD+C
SEPTEMBER 29, 2016
The U.S. Department of Energy’s latest “ Energy Savings Forecast of Solid-State Lighting in General Illumination Applications ” report predicts that LED lighting sales will grow rapidly through the remainder of the decade and beyond.
BD+C
SEPTEMBER 28, 2016
Green Business Certification Inc. (GBCI) today announced its 2016 class of LEED Fellows, an annual recognition of outstanding LEED professionals. This year’s 24 LEED Fellows exemplify a diverse array of achievements and contributions to the green building community. . 2016 LEED Fellows: Jim Chidester, Senior Mechanical Engineer, Batson Inc. Lance Davis, Sustainability Architect, U.S.
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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 26, 2016
As more companies move their data processing and computing to the cloud or co-location centers, some still want to maintain IT centers that are main distribution facilities (MDFs), “points of presence for their IT departments,” says Robert Sty, SmithGroup JJR’s Mission Critical Studio Leader.
BD+C
SEPTEMBER 27, 2016
Construction companies remain consistent in their concern about risk exposure in 2016, with respondents reporting in a new survey that their “risk sentiment” has remained steady at 4.4 on a scale of 1-10 (it was at 4.4 at the end of 2015 as well). The latest “Sterling Risk Sentiment Index” shows that most report improving profit margins, but while they say their concerns about staffing are decreasing, access to adequate numbers of employees continues as the No. 1 business risk.
BD+C
SEPTEMBER 28, 2016
A recently released online guide from the American Society of Landscape Architects (ASLA) explains how communities can better protect themselves from natural disasters through resilient landscape planning and design.
BD+C
SEPTEMBER 27, 2016
A recently released online guide from the American Society of Landscape Architects (ASLA) explains how communities can better protect themselves from natural disasters through resilient landscape planning and design.
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 26, 2016
Upcoming changes to the Washington State Energy Code are expected to include requirements for dedicated outdoor air systems.
BD+C
SEPTEMBER 26, 2016
At Valspar, we have a company culture that keeps us at the forefront of green innovation. From our own operations to the products we create, we take many actions to protect our environment and provide coatings that meet the needs of our customers. As environmentally friendly building classification systems and programs including Leadership in Energy and Efficient Design (LEED), the Living Building Challenge, and ENERGY STAR grow in popularity, Valspar has products to meet these stringent require
BD+C
SEPTEMBER 26, 2016
A new 136,497-sf building in Oahu, Hawaii has become the largest forensic anthropology lab in the world. Designed by SmithGroupJJR, the Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency’s (DPAA) new Forensic Identification Laboratory combines operations that were previously dispersed across three military locations. By combining these operations into one facility efficiency, productivity, and support of the DPAA mission, which is to “provide the fullest possible accounting for missing personnel to their familie
BD+C
SEPTEMBER 26, 2016
A 25-story commercial tower, with the current moniker of International Plaza, has been proposed for downtown Atlanta at the 202 Courtland Street location. Currently, a Hertz Car Rental and surface parking occupies the site.
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