BD+C
OCTOBER 14, 2020
This week on The Weekly show, BD+C editors spoke with leaders from HOK, Thornton Tomasetti, and ZGF Architects on three topics: . • Diversity and inclusion in the design profession. • Artificial intelligence for building facade inspections . • How to design a world-class architecture firm. . WATCH THE SEGMENTS ON DEMAND BELOW . . .
Life of an Architect
OCTOBER 11, 2020
At one point or another, every architecture student or graduate has a portfolio of their work that they have agonized over creating. Portfolios are important, they demonstrate your range of skills and will most likely play a significant role in whether or not you land your dream job … so why do so many of them so ineffective? Today we are talking about the “Perfect Portfolio” and what that actually means.
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Ronen Bekerman
OCTOBER 15, 2020
Rados?aw Kielak, from PICTURA studio, shared the A45 Cabin project on the blog’s Facebook Group and I’m very happy to introduce his Making of A45 Cabin here! Lots of good stuff going on here with Cinema 4d and Corona Renderer as the main tools of the trade. Enjoy. First of all, I would like to thank Ronen for sharing on his blog the results of my work in this making-off.
Virginia Duran
OCTOBER 13, 2020
There have long been grounds upon which to find Switzerland attractive – mountains and chocolate yes, buildings and culture double yes. But now it emerges that its notoriously famous architecture – think of Zürich, Basel and Geneva – might be reason enough to visit the great Helvetia.
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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
OCTOBER 14, 2020
The year was 2010, the economy was just starting to recover from the Great Recession, and Killefer Flammang Architects, better known as KFA, decided it was time for a corporate brand refresh. The chief question: Why was all of the firm’s work in Los Angeles?
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Clark Richardson | Architect & Sustainability
OCTOBER 12, 2020
Excited to see one of our homes featured on the Republic of Korea based, Architecture and Culture Magazine. Big thanks to the editors for sharing our work with their readers! Link: [link].
Nicole Cullinan
OCTOBER 10, 2020
A few years back I worked at Heide Museum of Modern Art. Each morning I would visit Mirka’s painted glass mural in the sunroom at the Heide farmhouse gallery, the light was diaphanous; gone once the sun reached the top of the world. It was cool at this time of day as the windows faced westerly, the crisp air providing clarity. I would think about what each of the mural symbols meant to me, I knew what they meant to her.
BD+C
OCTOBER 14, 2020
At 56 stories, Bank of America Tower is the tallest commercial building to be added to the Chicago skyline in the last 30 years. . Designed by Goettsch Partners, the 1,770,000-sf tower includes a stepped center core, which allows for a 45-foot lease span on each side. Interior space planning is enhanced by the five-foot setbacks along the river, providing the equivalent of 14 corner offices.
BD+C
OCTOBER 14, 2020
As companies and organizations bring their employees back into offices and work environments following the self-isolation periods caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, many are struggling to find the safest and most responsible approach to complying with new Centers for Disease Control and Prevention guidelines.
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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
OCTOBER 12, 2020
The expansion and renovation of the 1,435,000-sf Miami Beach Convention Center has recently completed. . The project was designed with the goal of making Miami Beach Convention Center the most technologically-advanced center in the U.S. and to provide upgraded show needs and increase the potential for the city to market the center on an international basis.
BD+C
OCTOBER 13, 2020
The unique relationship between the people of Thailand and elephants dates back at least three centuries. Elephants were used in war and peace, and in rural villages were domesticated to the point where the beasts lived under the same roofs as humans, with their respective lives virtually inextricable.
BD+C
OCTOBER 14, 2020
. HIGHER ED’S ‘EDIFICE COMPLEX’. Describing American colleges and universities as suffering from an “Edifice Complex,” in 2012 the New York Times reported that, “A decade-long binge to build academic buildings, dormitories and recreation facilities – some of them inordinately lavish to attract new students – has left colleges and universities saddled with large amounts of debt.”.
BD+C
OCTOBER 14, 2020
The ConsensusDocs Coalition is offering the first standard contract document that addresses prefabricated construction.
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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
OCTOBER 12, 2020
1. Gensler’s annual report chronicles the firm’s ‘transformation’ (BD+C) . "Titled “A Time For Transformation,” the 101-page report catalogues how the industry’s largest architecture firm—whose revenue totaled $1.55 billion last year, its 55th in business—has addressed events that, sometimes, were beyond its control.".
BD+C
OCTOBER 13, 2020
Responding to an increased risk of wildfire, Austin became the first major city in Texas to adopt a code aimed at curbing wildfires. The action came after an internal audit suggested the action could reduce the risk of wildfires, particularly in areas outside the urban core. The new ordinance is based on the International Wildland-Urban Interface (WUI) Code.
BD+C
OCTOBER 15, 2020
Designed by AS+GG, the 47-story Una Residences takes its design cues from Riva yachts. Now under construction in Miami’s Brickell neighborhood, the tower will be the first waterfront residential tower in over a decade. Una Residences will comprise 135 condominiums with unobstructed views of the Atlantic Ocean, Biscayne Bay, and the Miami city skyline.
BD+C
OCTOBER 16, 2020
1. A new museum at Princeton University designed as ‘a campus within a campus’ (BD+C) . "Demolition of the existing museum—which is currently closed due to the coronavirus pandemic—is expected to begin in the middle of next year, with the goal of reopening in the new museum by late 2024.".
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BD+C
OCTOBER 16, 2020
1. A new museum at Princeton University designed as ‘a campus within a campus’ (BD+C) . "Demolition of the existing museum—which is currently closed due to the coronavirus pandemic—is expected to begin in the middle of next year, with the goal of reopening in the new museum by late 2024.".
BD+C
OCTOBER 15, 2020
The Urban Design Forum and Van Alen Institute has launched neighborhoodsnow.nyc , a digital toolkit featuring more than 35 designs, guidelines, and strategies to aid safe reopening and recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic.
BD+C
OCTOBER 14, 2020
1. Thailand’s Elephant Museum reinforces the bond between humans and beasts (BD+C) . "Deforestation devastated that bond between elephants and the Kui people in northeast Thailand’s Surin Province, depriving both of food and medicinal plants. The province also incurred severe droughts. These events displaced the Kui and elephants to surrounding towns, begging for food or working in elephant camps.".
BD+C
OCTOBER 13, 2020
With a population just over 2000 – the largest portion of them retirees – Wakarusa Township is a quiet, unassuming spot in eastern Kansas occupying about 46 square miles of rolling midwestern terrain. Recently, however, there was quite a bit of excitement happening on 31 st Street, as the Wakarusa Township Fire Department got a new station with all the bells, whistles and, of course, sirens.
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
OCTOBER 13, 2020
A major expansion for the Art Gallery of New South Wales (AGNSW), dubbed the Sydney Modern Project, is currently under construction in the heart of Sydney’s eastern cultural precinct. As part of the $344 million project, a new standalone building, designed by SANAA, will be built and connected to the existing Gallery building by an outdoor public art garden.
BD+C
OCTOBER 12, 2020
The Center for Green Schools at the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) has released guidance for K-12 schools on product purchasing to support students with asthma. An estimated six million U.S. students younger than 18 are affected by asthma, the USGBC says.
BD+C
OCTOBER 15, 2020
Metl-Span explores the history of the building envelope and how insulated metal panels represent today’s smartest choice for a reliable air, water, and moisture barrier.
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