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NOVEMBER 13, 2017

The new American Girl Place New York recently opened at 75 Rockefeller Plaza and offers guests several innovative experiences across its 37,000 sf. Designed by FRCH Design Worldwide, the new store features an American Girl Salon, American Girl Café, a Content Hub, and a Create Your Own Design Studio. The American Girl Salon allows children and their dolls to get matching hairstyles, mini-manicures, and pierced ears.

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Life of an Architect

NOVEMBER 13, 2017

I am an architect who suffers from logorrhea (real word, possibly a fake diagnosis), and along with my glibness and sense of humor, I have managed to channel these attributes into a website that is focused on being an architect and what that means from my perspective. To that end, I recently read an article over on ArchDaily regarding side hustles for architects that actually listed me and this website as a side hustle, which got me thinking … Is writing and maintaining this website reall

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Architecture Tourist

NOVEMBER 14, 2017

After her extraordinary talk I told Isabel Castilla , "It's like a dagger to an Atlantan's heart if you." "If you don't say the Atlanta BeltLine is the coolest thing EVER." "I didn't say anything about the BeltLine," she replied. "Yeah that hurts just as much." "But no two (corridor reclamation projects) are the same." "Certainly not, but it still hurts.

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EntreArchitect

NOVEMBER 14, 2017

Slack for Architects. This week I’m experimenting again here at the EntreArchitect blog. As my team and I consider new or improved ways of sharing knowledge to small firm entrepreneur architects throughout 2018, I produced this video for my YouTube channel. (It’s the first video on my personal channel. So, head over to YouTube and subscribe if you don’t want to miss my future posts.).

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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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NOVEMBER 15, 2017

The Ohio Theatre, which opened in 1921, is one of four historic theaters in Cleveland’s Playhouse Square, the largest renovated theater district in the U.S. A fire destroyed the Ohio in 1964, and its latest reconstruction rectifies some incompatible remodeling of the past to restore the theater’s lobby to its prior grandeur. The restoration relied heavily on historic photos and drawings (archived at Columbia University) by the theater’s original designer, Thomas Lamb.

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BD+C

NOVEMBER 16, 2017

At Perkins+Will, our learning environments strive to transcend generations and generational trends. And, as a means of future-proofing our higher education buildings and spaces, we attempt to anticipate the needs of today’s emerging student body—currently, Gen Z. In working at various types and scales of higher education institutions across the nation, we believe there are three driving issues behind this next generation: demographic change, behavioral change, and the power to choose.

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BD+C

NOVEMBER 17, 2017

By 2006, the New York Life Insurance Building, designed in 1893 by the father of the skyscraper, William Le Baron Jenney, had receded into obsolescence. Its owner, Hamilton Partners, was planning to demolish the 14-story landmark in Chicago’s Loop to make way for a 51-story hotel/office tower next door.

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BD+C

NOVEMBER 17, 2017

More often than not, designing and renovating a building can be easier than actually funding the project. What many clients and developers, including non-profit, for profit, and government entities don’t realize is that they may be able to finance a substantial portion of the total project cost through relatively under-the-radar tax credits, one of which is a federal historic tax credit.

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BD+C

NOVEMBER 13, 2017

The adaptive reuse of PS 186 in West Harlem shows what can be done when imagination and determination come together. Through the combined efforts of the Boys & Girls Club of Harlem and its development partners, an abandoned public school has been turned into an anchor institution for the Hamilton Heights neighborhood. The adaptive reuse of the 114-year-old school provides two sorely needed services: an 11,300-sf clubhouse with an after-school program and teen center, and 79 units of affordab

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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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NOVEMBER 14, 2017

A new California bill would tackle carbon emissions in a new way—by requiring the use of lower-carbon construction products. Assembly Bill 262, the Buy Clean Act, would require all state departments and the University of California and California State University systems to buy steel, rebar, flat glass, and mineral wool board insulation for its infrastructure projects from low-carbon producers.

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BD+C

NOVEMBER 13, 2017

PLNAR, a new app from SmartPicture Technologies, can generate floor plans using augmented reality and eliminate the need to manually measure and document room dimensions. In order to generate a comprehensive digital report that includes critical dimensioning calculations, visual, and material details, users must mark the outline of a room and designate any structures, such as windows and doors.

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BD+C

NOVEMBER 17, 2017

The Union Trust Building, commissioned by coal magnate Henry Clay Frick and completed in 1917, originally was a 240-store shopping arcade with 700 offices on its upper floors. This 11-story Flemish-Gothic–style building has had several owners. The latest, Pittsburgh native Jon Davis, CEO of The Davis Companies, paid $14 million in 2014 with the intention of revitalizing it into an amenities-rich commercial center.

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BD+C

NOVEMBER 14, 2017

December 17, 2010. That was the day a 300-watt light fixture carelessly placed on a wooden speaker box caused a fire that burned down the 35,000-sf Utah Stake Tabernacle in Provo, which the LDS Church had dedicated in 1898.

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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

NOVEMBER 16, 2017

Although LEED and ASHRAE 90.1 (Energy Standard for Buildings Except Low-Rise Residential Buildings) standards require or reward use of white “cool” roofing to mitigate urban heat island effects, it is not always the best choice of material.

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BD+C

NOVEMBER 15, 2017

Imagine the following scenario: you just designed your newest project to meet the most current whole building air leakage standards, and your mechanical engineer subconsultant has designed an HVAC system that includes one of the latest energy recovery strategies. Both factors are intended to meet high energy efficiency goals, making you proud that your firm is doing its part (amongst other things) to minimize your impact on the climate change problem.

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BD+C

NOVEMBER 16, 2017

For years the Oakland Athletics have been right at the top of the list of teams that desperately need a new ballpark. The Oakland Coliseum has caused the A’s a host of major league problems, chief among them recurring plumbing issues that have led to the clubhouses and dugouts flooding with sewage on numerous occasions.

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BD+C

NOVEMBER 17, 2017

The right products for the building envelope can play a critical role in reducing energy costs and improving building performance.

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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

NOVEMBER 16, 2017

On August 30, 2036, Houston will celebrate its Bicentennial. In preparation for that occasion, city leaders have devised an ambitious plan to make its Downtown the center of its universe, and the focal point of its activities and growth.

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BD+C

NOVEMBER 13, 2017

The American Institute of Architects has released a new standard contract form to accommodate architects’ facility support services. AIA Document B210–2017 is meant to be added to owner-architect agreements where architects provide services including building certification assistance, maintenance management services, digital facility management system operation, and ongoing commissioning services.

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BD+C

NOVEMBER 16, 2017

A $60 million public-private investment is catalyzing the resurgence of 2.41 acres of public land along Coney Island’s boardwalk into a dynamic civic space called Seaside Park and Community Arts Center. This project included the restoration of the landmark Childs Restaurant, which opened in 1923 but had fallen into decay. Its last tenant, a candy maker, vacated the property in the 1980s.

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BD+C

NOVEMBER 15, 2017

The 20% Stretch Code, a new set of standards developed by New Buildings Institute (NBI), offers a tool for accelerating the use of more energy efficient designs in new buildings. Most new buildings are constructed to meet only the minimum energy efficiency requirements in state or local building codes that are often based upon national model codes such as the International Energy Conservation Code and ASHRAE 90.1.The stretch code provides a way for localities to move ahead more quickly with gree

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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

NOVEMBER 15, 2017

After a stand-alone month of contracting demand for design services, there was a modest uptick in the Architecture Billings Index (ABI) for October. As a leading economic indicator of construction activity, the ABI reflects the approximate nine to twelve month lead time between architecture billings and construction spending. The American Institute of Architects (AIA) reported the October ABI score was 51.7, up from a score of 49.1 in the previous month.

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BD+C

NOVEMBER 14, 2017

High volume, high turnover, guest comfort and expectations: architects designing for the hospitality industry face some unique challenges. Fortunately, they have an optimal partner in Trim-Tex, whose durable, attractive, cost-effective finishing solutions help maintain the integrity of an architect’s original design over the entire life of a building, even in high traffic spaces subjected to all the pressures of professional hospitality.

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BD+C

NOVEMBER 13, 2017

Balfour Beatty, the U.K.-based construction company, continued its strategy of selling off non-core assets with its recent sale of Atlanta-based design services and project management firm Heery International to a subsidiary of the real estate and consulting giant CBRE Group. The October 30 acquisition, for which CBRE agreed to pay an estimated $57 million (42 million British pounds) in cash, was completed today.

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BD+C

NOVEMBER 15, 2017

The U.S. Commerce Department has finalized tariffs on Canadian softwood lumber. The imposed duties would add 20% or more to the cost of this material. The tariffs will go into effect at the end of November if U.S. trade officials confirm that improper subsidies and dumping practices from Canada have hurt the U.S. softwood lumber industry.

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