BD+C
JULY 10, 2017
A new $30 million, 4,700-seat sports arena will house several of the University of Idaho’s sports programs, including men’s and women’s basketball and volleyball, when it completes in 2020. Designed by Hastings + Chivetta Architects, with Opsis Architecture as the Architect of Record, University of Idaho Arena will also serve as a gathering space for academic events, special concerts, and meetings.
Life of an Architect
JULY 10, 2017
Moonlighting is something that literally ever architect has done at one time or another in their career. There are a handful of reasons why an architect would consider moonlighting, but I honestly believe the main reason ( as in 99% of the reason ) is financially based. I have written about architects and moonlighting only once before on this site – a pretty ripe subject really, but considering this is article number 819, you could probably conclude that a) I don’t have strong feelin
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EntreArchitect
JULY 11, 2017
How To Hire Your Non-Architect Team Members. Architecture talent may be easy for you to spot, but what about talent outside of architecture? Do you need an administrative assistant? What about an in-house marketing coordinator or an accountant? These positions can be critical to your firm’s success. Finding candidates with the right experience and who fit well with your company culture and vision is key.
Dwell
JULY 11, 2017
How architects, designers, and DIYers have revamped the classic travel trailers to serve as contemporary workspaces, rentals, and even primary residences. Airstream trailers emerged in the 1930s and became emblems of Americana—specifically automobile-oriented vacation culture—by the 1950s. The trailers were originally designed to incorporate aircraft construction methods that would lessen wind resistance and improve their strength-to-weight ratio—namely, an aerodynamic, curved shape, polished al
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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
JULY 12, 2017
Multifamily developers and Building Teams continue to push the envelope when it comes to creating places that wow potential renters and owners. The following projects are indicative of the types of cutting-edge amenities and features that multifamily tenants and owners are coming to expect from new developments. . . . 1. L.A. NEIGHBORHOOD GETS ‘MICROPOLITAN’ TREATMENT.
Architecture Focus brings together the best content for architecture professionals from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
BD+C
JULY 12, 2017
A quick scan of our 41st annual Giants 300 report reveals a wealth of technology and business innovations across every major building sector and industry discipline.
BD+C
JULY 12, 2017
One of the cornerstones of green building is energy management, and our commissioning team particularly focuses on the energy consumption and operations of building equipment.
BD+C
JULY 10, 2017
Freres Lumber was awarded a $250,000 Wood Innovations Grant from the U.S. Forest Service to further develop its new mass plywood panel product. The new material, which uses U.S.-grown wood, is a substitute for concrete and steel in multi-story projects. The grant will help pay for a computer numeric code (CNC) machine to cut panels to buyers’ specifications.
BD+C
JULY 10, 2017
In the first post of our Retail Renaissance blog series , my colleague Vanessa Newton provided an architectural perspective on several common trends in the retail world: a decrease in brick-and-mortar stores and a big jump in online sales, the growth of mixed-use developments, and most importantly, a focus on customer experience.
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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
JULY 14, 2017
The Jean and Sidney Silber Center, a joint project of Building Design+Construction, the U.S. Green Building Council, and Parks & People Foundation, was officially dedicated June 14 in a ceremony at Druid Hill Park, Baltimore. The modular structure will serve as a training center for “Branches,” Parks & People’s internship and summer jobs program for Baltimore youth ages 14 to 21.
BD+C
JULY 10, 2017
The Vancouver office of CBRE Group, Inc. has recently become British Columbia’s first WELL certified workplace for new and existing interiors. The project was awarded gold level certification based on IWBI’s WELL Building Standard.
BD+C
JULY 13, 2017
The International Living Future Institute recently rebranded its Net Zero Energy program as “Zero Energy Building Certification.”. The Institute wants to position the certification as the sole standard for achieving top performance in building energy efficiency. ILFI will administer the certification program, and in collaboration with the New Buildings Institute, will operate a joint portal for zero energy buildings, which is still under development.
BD+C
JULY 12, 2017
The Corporate Park of Staten Island is about to gain a new addition in the form of a seven-story, 320,000-sf Class-A office community. CetraRuddy, the project architect, recently revealed the design of the building, which will break ground later this summer.
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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
JULY 13, 2017
Accelerate Live!—BD+C’s inaugural event— recently called upon industry leaders to share how they define the future as they see it. In under fifteen minutes, each presented an impressive viewpoint on the ways in which our industry is poised to evolve through innovation.
BD+C
JULY 13, 2017
The Pavilion , Penn Medicine’s $1.5 billion hospital, hopes to make waves in the medical world once it is completed. With a cornucopia of state-of-the-art features, the Foster + Partners-designed hospital is expected to provide a new level of patient care.
BD+C
JULY 12, 2017
Constructing multi-story residential buildings with concrete can make it difficult to control impact sound through floor-ceiling assemblies. This problem can become even more complicated when hard surface coverings like tile are used.
BD+C
JULY 12, 2017
Over the first half of 2017, the national median rent fluctuated, but it ended up exactly where it began: $1,016 for a one-bedroom. Prices fell from January to March, bottoming out at $1,003 before creeping back up in the spring. In all, the national median rent always stayed within 1.3% of its starting value.
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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
JULY 13, 2017
Bjarke Ingels Group (BIG), in partnership with Varde Museums and Tinker Imagineers, has transformed and expanded a historic German World War II bunker into a 2,800-sm (30,138-sf) cultural complex called TIRPITZ , embedded into the protected shoreline of Blåvand along Denmark’s western coast. The facility, which opened earlier this month, expects to attract 100,000 visitors annually.
BD+C
JULY 13, 2017
New York City recently created a $10 million fund to assist women- and minority-owned businesses win construction contracts. The money can pay up to $500,000 of surety bonds per contract. City contractors are required to post the bonds to guarantee they will satisfactorily perform work and pay their bills.
BD+C
JULY 14, 2017
The idea of function over form tends to rule the day when it comes to the design of observatories. The Gemma Observatory, however, decided to forgo the typical domed structure and opted instead for a more angular approach.
BD+C
JULY 12, 2017
The new International Building Code now allows for the use of weather-resistive barriers above 40 feet high. Code restrictions had been designed to limit the use of combustible materials that might propagate flames. In the 2015 update, however, exceptions are allowed that recognize that in certain circumstances a weather-resistive barrier by itself would be a negligible contributor to the spread of flames.
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
JULY 13, 2017
Four offline solutions to effectively market your independent consultancy for free.
BD+C
JULY 14, 2017
. The Pacific Coast Builders Conference focuses heavily on single-family construction. But this year’s PCBC (June 27-29, San Diego) had a strong dose of multifamily-related content, according to an excellent report by Patricia Kirk, in National Real Estate Investor. Among the trends Kirk noted: 1. There’s a lot of growth ahead for the multifamily sector, said Kim Edwards, SVP, J.P.
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