BD+C
OCTOBER 5, 2016
181 Fremont, a 56-story mixed-use tower, will be San Francisco’s third tallest structure when completed, and will also become the most earthquake-resilient building in the city, or any city on the West Coast, after officially achieving a Resilience-based Earthquake Design Initiative (REDi) Gold Rating.
EntreArchitect
OCTOBER 3, 2016
White Space in Design. White space is the empty space between and around the elements of design. Every graphic design has white space, but it is often ignored or used incorrectly. White space is often viewed as empty space ready to be filled with a photo, a headline or more information. You’ve seen white space used in some of today’s most successful ads.
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Life of an Architect
OCTOBER 3, 2016
This is one of the posts that probably shouldn’t be written – but that’s what I do. If I were half as smart as I pretend to be, I would probably take this moment and walk around the block or destroy the stress ball sitting on my desk. Instead of doing those things, I am going to go through the cathartic process of writing a post on the matter and we’ll see if I hit the publish button by the time I’m finished.
BD+C
OCTOBER 7, 2016
A new software program that’s been more than five years in the making addresses one of the missing pieces in LEED certification—quantifying the value of going through the process.
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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 6, 2016
Susan Cain’s best-selling Quiet is well-researched, thoughtful and detailed in its understanding of workplace dynamics. In the four years since the book’s publication, writers have used Quiet to advance arguments about how best to plan office space.
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BD+C
OCTOBER 4, 2016
Modularity is a concept that—in its most complete and effective application—covers not just a notion of space planning, but also applies to all the various systems of an workplace. Modularity is evident in good planning, but also the architectural design, the solution for ceilings, floors and walls, the distribution of engineering systems like power, data, and air conditioning, and in the design of the furnishing systems.
BD+C
OCTOBER 6, 2016
As revenue and margin pressures continue to challenge the healthcare industry, new lighting technologies can offer much needed operational cost savings while improving safety and the patient experience. . Most healthcare facilities in the United States utilize various legacy lighting systems to provide necessary illumination of their parking garages, corridors, stairwells, and critical patient care areas.
BD+C
OCTOBER 3, 2016
Recently, an old healthcare administration colleague and friend inquired about how my colleagues, HDR’s Strategic Innovation team, approach engaging end users of services. Whether he knew it or not, he was setting me up to write this blog post (thanks Phil!).
BD+C
OCTOBER 4, 2016
One World Trade Center has officially become one of the largest buildings in the world to receive LEED Gold certification, and is the tallest LEED certified building in the Western Hemisphere.
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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 5, 2016
The Spiral, Bjarke Ingles 1,005-foot tower that will be located in the Hudson Yards development, is officially moving forward after developer Tishman Speyer filed plans for the building in late September.
BD+C
OCTOBER 3, 2016
A recent study of over 100 clients, all senior-level real estate development or property management executives by construction management firm Structure Tone finds that while much more common than in years past, sustainable building practices are still seen as cost-prohibitive by many building and real estate leaders. .
BD+C
OCTOBER 3, 2016
Living on campus during college becomes as much a part of any students’ academic growth as attending classes. In the race to attract the best and brightest minds, universities are focusing on creating spaces of comfort and productivity. Residential spaces that need to meet high traffic demands while accommodating an ever-changing populace creates a unique set of obstacles for any educational institution’s housing.
BD+C
OCTOBER 5, 2016
New York City recently became the first city to adopt a target for energy storage. . The goal was set as part of an update to Mayor Bill de Blasio’s climate plan outlined two years ago. The plan features an increased reliance on wind and solar power and a reduction of the city’s overall greenhouse gas emissions 80% below 2005 levels by 2050.
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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 3, 2016
When a large Southern California municipality required detailed surveys for the installation of solar energy collection panels in corporation yards and facility rooftops, they partnered with one of the largest global renewable energy development companies, who in turn, engaged the creative and innovative services of DeWalt Corporation to provide surveying solutions for some challenging sites.
BD+C
OCTOBER 3, 2016
Through its use of photovoltaic panels, water harvesting to irrigate the landscape, radiant floor heating, and geothermal heating and cooling, Toyota of Corvallis, in Corvallis, Ore., is looking to become the first net zero energy auto dealership in the world. A net zero building is one that, at the end of the year, produced more energy than it used.
BD+C
OCTOBER 3, 2016
Two of the most popular, up and coming neighborhoods in Nashville, the Gulch and SoBro, are separated by a rail yard, making it difficult for pedestrians to easily get from one neighborhood to the other.
BD+C
OCTOBER 6, 2016
Today, during the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) International Summit held at the 2016 Greenbuild International Conference and Expo, Green Business Certification Inc. (GBCI) announced a new technology organization called arc. . Officially launching later in 2016, arc will further the performance of the green building industry and the built environment as a whole. .
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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
OCTOBER 6, 2016
The American Institute of Architects (AIA) has produced a report assessing the work of firms that are part of the AIA 2030 Commitment , a voluntary initiative to commit their practice to advancing the AIA’s goal of carbon-neutral buildings by the year 2030 that began reporting performance data in 2010.
BD+C
OCTOBER 3, 2016
A new 22,000-sf expansion project on Sonoma Academy’s 34-acre campus at the base of Taylor Mountain will add key academic, social, and cultural spaces to the independent college prep high school. The two-level education facility will act as the first of a two-phase campus transformation project.
BD+C
OCTOBER 6, 2016
New York City’s Law Department filed criminal charges against a building owner who it alleges paid no heed to warnings about a crumbling facade that killed a two-year-old child last year.
BD+C
OCTOBER 4, 2016
The Land Art Generator Initiative is a site-specific design competition held every two years with the purpose of accelerating “the transition to post-carbon economies by providing models of renewable energy infrastructure that add value to public space,” according to the Initiative’s website.
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 6, 2016
The American Institute of Architects (AIA) has produced a report assessing the work of firms that are part of the AIA 2030 Commitment , a voluntary initiative to commit their practice to advancing the AIA’s goal of carbon-neutral buildings by the year 2030 that began reporting performance data in 2010.
BD+C
OCTOBER 4, 2016
The International Property Measurement Standards Coalition recently released new standards that it says will increase transparency and benefit investors. “Currently, the way residential property is measured can vary significantly from one market to the next,” the coalition said in a news release. “As a consequence, owners, occupiers and investors in domestic property are often left confused or misinformed when it comes to the reported floor space.”.
BD+C
OCTOBER 6, 2016
The Obama administration recently pledged more than $80 million for the second year of its Smart Cities Initiative to fund projects geared to combat climate change, make transportation more efficient, and make communities more resilient to natural disasters.
BD+C
OCTOBER 4, 2016
Nonresidential construction spending fell for a second consecutive month in August, according to analysis of U.S. Census Bureau released today by Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC). Nonresidential spending totaled $686.6 billion on a seasonally adjusted, annualized basis for the month, 1.1% lower than July’s total of $694.1 billion (revised down from $701 billion) and 1.3% below August 2015’s figure.
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