BD+C

MAY 5, 2018

Nearly half of construction managers still capture critical jobsite quality data manually. One-third still use paper and pen to track data. These are some of the key findings from a survey of more than 500 executives and managers in the construction and engineering fields. The survey, conducted in February by TrackVia , an operational workflow platform, exposes a jobsite management environment that, for many companies, is antiquated and potentially prone to more errors.

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EntreArchitect

MAY 8, 2018

Financial Management Terminology for Architects. For many design professionals the subject of Financial Management is complex and can become problematic if the terminology used in the discussion or writing of this subject are not precise. For clarity, the term, Financial Management , refers to the accrual-basis accounting process of a professional design firm.

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BD+C

MAY 8, 2018

Frank Lloyd Wright is arguably the most famous American architect who ever lived. He was a starchitect before starchitects were even a thing and developed the architectural style known as the Prairie school.

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BD+C

MAY 7, 2018

In preparation for hosting the Summer Olympics in Beijing in 2008, the Chinese government had a slew of mega redevelopment projects in the works. One of these, dating back to 2004, called for tearing down a decommissioned, 1950s-era weapons factory to make way for new vertical construction that the city desperately needed.

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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?

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BD+C

MAY 8, 2018

Woods Bagot, one of the industry’s oldest architectural firms, is embracing the future of design and client relations with virtual reality apps that offer customizable interfaces. For a number of years, the firm has played with a variety of virtual reality apps for design presentations, including ones that allow for 360-degree viewing.

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BD+C

MAY 8, 2018

Your employees' billable hours are the lifeblood of your business, but they can also be a source of frustration. A recent AEC industry study pegged employee utilization rates--defined as the percentage of billable hours out of total hours worked--at around 59 percent, a grim reminder that the average business is losing around 40 percent of its worker productivity to non-billable activities.

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BD+C

MAY 9, 2018

Natural light and its interplay with materials, as eloquently described in Louis Kahn’s book, “Light is the Theme,” was the primary driver behind Kahn’s brilliant design for the Kimbell Art Museum. The same is often true of shopping malls.

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BD+C

MAY 7, 2018

Construction employment increased by 17,000 jobs in April and by 257,000 jobs over the past year while firms boosted pay to help recruit new workers, according to an analysis of new government data by the Associated General Contractors of America. Association officials noted that the increases in pay appear to be attracting more former construction workers back into the job market, but cautioned that labor conditions remain extremely tight.

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BD+C

MAY 8, 2018

The Willis Tower is in the midst of a massive renovation project to update the iconic skyscraper. As part of that project, the building’s 83 elevators and 97 passenger cabs, including their respective machine rooms, motors, cables, and controls, will be updated by Otis.

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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

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BD+C

MAY 10, 2018

A new approach to energy efficiency uses high tech tools to make many small adjustments rather than more costly tactics such as replacing big ticket items like windows and cooling equipment.

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BD+C

MAY 8, 2018

A new Montessori school in Drøbak, Norway is one of the latest projects completed by a coalition of architects, engineers, and developers called Powerhouse that is constructing energy-positive buildings.

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BD+C

MAY 9, 2018

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration, along with state agencies, have issued 116 violation citations as of mid-April under the new silica safety rule.

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BD+C

MAY 8, 2018

WeWork, the global network of cosharing workspaces with office locations in 65 cities and 21 countries, announced today that Bjarke Ingels, the Founding Partner and Creative Director of the architectural firm BIG, is now its Chief Architect. Ingels will continue in his current capacities at BIG, which has offices in New York, London, and Copenhagen.

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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.

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BD+C

MAY 7, 2018

The expansion and renovation of the Gulf Coast Medical Center in Fort Myers, Fla., will add three floors and comprise 216 patient rooms and 52 intensive care unit rooms. In total, the expansion will add 365,700-sf to the facility while 48,500 sf of existing space will be renovated. Phase one of the $229 million project, which is being designed by HKS and built by Skanska USA, opened in August 2017 and included a 1,300-space parking garage. .

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BD+C

MAY 7, 2018

High vaulted ceilings are a challenge to acoustical engineers looking to control, direct and amplify sounds to create a dynamic listening experience. LMN Architects approached the design for the new Voxman Music Building at the University of Iowa with an acute understanding of the construction limitations.

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BD+C

MAY 7, 2018

The Los Angeles City Council recently approved on a 13-0 vote to move forward with a plan to establish a Climate Emergency Mobilization Department.

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BD+C

MAY 10, 2018

BD+C ’s second-annual Accelerate Live! AEC innovation conference is taking place today at Venue Six10 in Chicago. Twenty-two business and tech leaders from 18 AEC firms will take the stage to discuss radical ideas, breakthrough projects, and novel technologies related to the future of the AEC industry and the changing built environment. .

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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.

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BD+C

MAY 9, 2018

Reinventing an 80-acre open-air mall in a Calgary winter is no small undertaking. But that’s exactly what Thermo Design Insulation was tasked with when transforming Deerfoot City Mall into a dynamic social hub that would alter the area’s retail landscape. With Deerfoot City’s four zones — Food Lodge, Style District, Restaurant Campus and Central Plaza — the 1.1 million square foot property has something for everyone.

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BD+C

MAY 9, 2018

. 1. ELEGANT LANDSCAPING MARKS CONTEMPORARY lifestyle IN DOWNTOWN Los angeles.

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BD+C

MAY 9, 2018

. BD+C Senior Editor John Caulfield will be posting takeaways and highlights from each speaker track at today’s Accelerate Live! AEC innovation conference in Chicago. . . . . The 2018 Accelerate Live! speaker roster: . TRACK #1: The Changing Built Environment. Sponsored by: SageGlass & SAFTI FIRST. .

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BD+C

MAY 11, 2018

TRACK #1: The Changing Built Environment.

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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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BD+C

MAY 9, 2018

TRACK #1: The Changing Built Environment.

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BD+C

MAY 8, 2018

Trinity Church Wall Street, which has served the Episcopal community in Lower Manhattan for 321 years, has initiated a $98.6 million “rejuvenation” that will close the building’s nave, the main body of the church, for approximately 20 months. The architect on this project is Murphy, Burnham and Buttrick. Trinity Church had not identified the engineers or GC on this project at presstime.

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