BD+C
FEBRUARY 26, 2020
The affordable housing shortage in the U.S. is particularly acute in California, where less than one-third of the state’s households can afford a median-priced home that now tops $600,000 , or more than twice the national average.
Life of an Architect
FEBRUARY 23, 2020
Most architects have to learn patience over the course of their career, it’s actually one architectural character trait that I always think about but rarely bring up because it always falls into the “Doctor heal thyself” category … for I have little patience. As I sit here on the couch this rainy Sunday afternoon, wondering what I would talk about in today’s post, it didn’t take long before I settled on the retail area of the medical practice building I have b
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Archmark
FEBRUARY 26, 2020
The Architect’s Reading List. Books to inspire and inform architecture firm owners. Classics and new titles that earned a spot on our Archmark reading list for architecture firm owners. We’ve included the links to audio books at Audible. FOCUS & MINDSET Design Is a Job By: Mike Monteiro From contracts to selling design, from working with clients to working with each other, this brief book is packed with knowledge you can't afford not to know.
Dwell
FEBRUARY 25, 2020
You can celebrate environmental awareness all year long with the right reading material. Our kids are our future—teach them to be conscientious and kind to Mother Earth with these sweet, informative children’s books. My Friend Earth Celebrate Earth Day with this valentine to our wonderful planet from the Newbery Award-winning author of Sarah, Plain and Tall.
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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
FEBRUARY 23, 2020
Natural disasters that have devastated Puerto Rico over the past few years—at least 160,000 homes were destroyed by Hurricane Maria in September 2017, and another 30,000 were damaged by Hurricane Dorian last August, to say nothing of the damage caused by a 6.4-magnitude earthquake that shook the island last month—exposed the longstanding deficiencies in the commonwealth’s construction practices.
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Archmark
FEBRUARY 26, 2020
The Architect’s Reading List Books to inspire and inform architecture firm owners Classics and new titles that earned a spot on our Archmark reading list for architecture firm owners. We’ve included the links to audio books at Audible. Focus & Mindset Design Is a Job By: Mike Monteiro From contracts to selling design, from working with clients to working with each other, this brief book is packed with knowledge you can't afford not to know.
architect design™
FEBRUARY 24, 2020
One of the great tourist attractions in Paris lies in Trocadero, the Palais de Chaillot. The palace was partially rebuilt and remodeled in 1937 for the Exposition Internationale in a classical moderne style we would call Art Deco. However, tourists aren't there for the building itself but generally for the best view in town of the Eiffel Tower just across the river.
BD+C
FEBRUARY 27, 2020
Last year, Disney Cruise Line completed the purchase of Lighthouse Point on the southern tip of island of Eleuthera in The Bahamas with the goal of developing a second private island destination. . The new destination will celebrate the stories and culture of the Bahamas and the living nature of Lighthouse Point, according to a Disney Parks blog post.
Historic LDS Architecture
FEBRUARY 23, 2020
Note: This is one of a series of posts on the interiors and floor plans of historic temples: 1. St. George Temple (1877) 2. Logan Temple (1884) 3. Manti Temple (1888) 4. Salt Lake Temple (1893) 5. Laie Temple (1919) 6. Cardston Temple (1923) 7. Mesa Temple (1927) 8. Idaho Falls Temple (1945) It has been months (and in some cases, years) since I've done posts on most of the temples in the Historic Temples series.
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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
FEBRUARY 26, 2020
Each year, the mainstream definition of “sustainable design” continues to broaden its reach. The emphasis has expanded far beyond energy, water and site into public health, social equity, wellness and transparency– underscoring how our effect on the environment is inextricably linked with its effects on us.
BD+C
FEBRUARY 27, 2020
Every setting cues us how to behave. Is it loud and active? Quiet and intimate? Cozy or spare? Modern life bombards us with stressors. When we need services to help us cope with a mental illness, or life crisis, the design of behavioral health settings matters.
BD+C
FEBRUARY 25, 2020
Sardar Patel Stadium is now the largest cricket stadium in the world. Located in Ahmedabad, India, the stadium will be the new home of the Gujarat Cricket Association.
BD+C
FEBRUARY 28, 2020
The McBride Company and Peanuts Worldwide have combined to create an experiential dining concept with Charles Schulz’s Peanuts Gang serving as the backdrop. The design centers around an intimate “neighborhood” cafe concept with a larger version for flagship locations. The cafe will be a blend of a neighborhood restaurant, a bakery, and a coffeehouse that takes a contemporary approach to mid-century modern architecture and bohemian design. . .
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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
FEBRUARY 25, 2020
A new ISO standard has the goal of optimizing building use to realize a structure’s full potential throughout its life cycle. ISO 20887, Sustainability in buildings and civil engineering works , pertains to design for disassembly and adaptability. It includes principles, requirements, and guidance to help owners, architects, engineers, and any other party involved in the life cycle of a building to improve its sustainability, according to an ISO news release.
BD+C
FEBRUARY 28, 2020
The new Valleywise Health Medical Center, a 670,000-sf public teaching hospital, has broken ground in Maricopa County. The hospital will support public health and academic learning and research and represents the next phase of Valleywise Health’s Care Reimagined program.
BD+C
FEBRUARY 25, 2020
225 Polk, a former Nashville Public Library building, has undergone an adaptive reuse project to become the new HQ for Hastings Architecture. The building also houses the United Talent Agency and space for McAlpine, a residential architecture and interior design firm. Hastings occupies 24,000 sf of the building with space for the team of more than 85 architects, interior designers, and planners.
BD+C
FEBRUARY 26, 2020
Nemo Monti and Corriere della Sera, an Italian daily newspaper, have created a project to create a new model of the “newsstand for the 21st century.” The goal of the project is to give the newspaper supply and distribution chain new venues for dialoguing with the public, restoring newsstands’ centrality in today’s urban landscape. Seven architecture and design firms are participating in the competition.
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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
FEBRUARY 26, 2020
The American Concrete Institute has released 2020 ACI Collection of Concrete Codes, Specifications, and Practices. The document includes nearly 50 codes and specifications and more than 200 practices. The ACI Collection features ACI 318 “Building Code Requirements for Structural Concrete,” ACI 301 “Specifications for Structural Concrete,” and ACI 562 “Code Requirements for Assessment, Repair, and Rehabilitation of Existing Concrete Structures and Commentary.”.
BD+C
FEBRUARY 28, 2020
The Pacific Ocean has risen 4 to 8 inches along the Northern California coast over the last century, and is expected to continue to rise two to three feet more by the end of the century. Bay Area communities are struggling for a strategy to cope. The California Coastal Commission has encouraged city governments to plan for the future by fortifying flood defenses, restoring wetlands, or making people move.
BD+C
FEBRUARY 27, 2020
Workers who use personal mobile phones on job sites present safety risks that contractors need to address.
BD+C
FEBRUARY 25, 2020
Wi-Fi calling is the ability to make a voice or video call using a Wi-Fi connection rather than cellular. It’s most often used at multifamily communities when a cellular connection is spotty. The service is becoming table stakes for properties everywhere. . Let’s start with the basics. .
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
FEBRUARY 22, 2020
The top 50 venture capital investments in Built Industry Technology totaled just under $1 billion in 2019, about one-tenth of the top 50 deals the previous year.
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Research reveals 96% of respondents are very or fairly optimistic about their organization’s growth prospects for the next year. The InEight Global Capital Projects Outlook also finds over half see digital technology as the greatest growth opportunity. But these are only some of the findings. Don't be kept in the dark when it comes to the future. Read the report today!
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