BD+C
SEPTEMBER 8, 2017
The Council on Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat (CTBUH) released an original “Tall Buildings in Numbers” (TBIN) research study entitled Vertical Transportation: Ascent & Acceleration. The study began as a collaboration with Guinness World Records to identify the commercial building with the fastest elevator speeds and longest vertical runs, which turned out to be Shanghai Tower, China.
EntreArchitect
SEPTEMBER 5, 2017
How To Get To The Business of Your Business. In a recent conversation with a professional colleague who is a small firm practitioner (3 people total), he expressed his frustration with not being able to get to the ‘business of his business’. The demands of clients and project activities, plus other daily priorities leaves precious little time to do what he realizes is necessary to sustain his firm financially, from a management perspective.
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Architecture Tourist
SEPTEMBER 2, 2017
It was different and doomed, it won't be remembered or missed, but its loss leaves the neighborhood with a little less. I have a thing about these "different" places set among subdivision mono-cultures. The old houses in the MAK Historic District in Decatur Georgia are mighty good, Leila Ross Wilburn designed several. Adams Street is particularly good, a street of porches.
Life of an Architect
SEPTEMBER 5, 2017
In the very near future, we are going to throw a party at my office to recognize and celebrate a myriad of milestones, achievements, and honors. It’s been just over four years since we relocated to our new office and it was our intention then to through an “Open House” party where we would invite our friends over to check out the new space.
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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
SEPTEMBER 5, 2017
On June 6, the first phase in the construction of the new Children’s Hospital at Erlanger in Chattanooga, Tenn., broke ground. When it opens next year, this three-story, 90,000-sf, $40 million outpatient center—which HKS designed and McCarthy Building Companies is building—will encompass 72 exam rooms, 21 specialty pediatric clinics, lab and imaging services, and a pharmacy.
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BD+C
SEPTEMBER 6, 2017
Goodbye, Newman. In a case saturated in pop culture references, a fake architect named Paul J. Newman has been sentenced to 2 1/3 to 7 years in prison after he was caught in a New York state fraud investigation dubbed “Operation Vandelay Industries,” a reference to the 90’s sitcom Seinfeld. Newman was sentenced on Sept. 5 after pleading guilty to six felonies that included grand larceny and fraud, the Associated Press reports.
BD+C
SEPTEMBER 6, 2017
Amid a construction boom, 70% of construction firms say they are having a hard time filling hourly craft positions , according to the results of an industry-wide survey by Autodesk and the Associated General Contractors of America.
BD+C
SEPTEMBER 7, 2017
According to AgingCare.com , 43% of senior citizens today are lonely and, therefore, significantly more likely to suffer health problems and die at a younger age. This illuminating and overlooked statistic illustrates how shortsighted the current paradigm for retirement communities is and why we must change how we think about senior living.
BD+C
SEPTEMBER 5, 2017
Nearly three-fifths of respondents (60%) to a recent survey by Multifamily Design + Construction magazine (a BD+C sister publication) had included free WiFi in a project in the last 24 months; this trend will surely accelerate in the near future as free WiFi becomes more or less a given for marketing purposes in the multifamily arena.
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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
SEPTEMBER 6, 2017
Marriott International currently has the largest construction pipeline of any franchise company with 1,288 Projects/166,096 Rooms. Their largest brands in the Pipeline are: Fairfield Inn with 283 Projects/27,244 Rooms, Residence Inn with 187 Projects/23,617 Rooms and TownePlace Suites with 184 Projects/18,757 Rooms.
BD+C
SEPTEMBER 5, 2017
Nonresidential construction spending fell 1.7% in July, totaling $688.4 billion on a seasonally adjusted, annualized basis, according to an analysis by Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) of data recently released by the U.S. Census Bureau. The absolute level of nonresidential construction spending was at its lowest point since December 2015. .
BD+C
SEPTEMBER 5, 2017
A new facility dedicated to the Rohrer College of Business at Rowan University in New Jersey comprises a business center, café, lounge, and makerspace across its 99,000 sf. The building’s design, targeted to achieve LEED Silver, focuses on energy conservation, uses locally sourced materials, and takes hydrology and ecology measures in relation to the campus’s wetland assets.
BD+C
SEPTEMBER 7, 2017
Makerspaces and interdisciplinary mashups are connecting students with each other—and with the outside world.
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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
SEPTEMBER 7, 2017
It is easier than ever today to design commercial projects with accessible spaces that look as good as they perform. Good looks and accessibility can play together to create spaces that are as handsome as they are functional. While accessibility rules on both state and federal levels have stringent dimensional requirements governing maneuverability and reach in commercial multifamily projects, those rules don’t have to be a hindrance in creating beautiful bathrooms.
BD+C
SEPTEMBER 8, 2017
A high-rise, 200-unit Los Angeles apartment complex is the first in the U.S. to achieve WELL Multifamily Residential Certification under the WELL Building Standard. Hollywood Proper Residences feature a suite of innovative filtration media that create performance-verified indoor air quality and performance-verified water quality. Other healthful amenities include an extensive onsite fitness center, extensive daylight access, and an augmented green cleaning program.
BD+C
SEPTEMBER 6, 2017
Regardless of whether a construction project involves millions of dollars and dozens of subs and consultants or has a modest budget and scope, keeping track of progress and payments is a critical, ongoing process. Owners, who have multiple contractual obligations, have a particularly large stake in the process.
BD+C
SEPTEMBER 5, 2017
The Council on Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat has established three new initiatives in response to the Grenfell fire in London and other high-profile fires around the world.
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BD+C
SEPTEMBER 8, 2017
The Chicago Architecture Foundation (CAF) has recently announced plans to build the Chicago Architecture Center (CAC). The 20,000-sf building will showcase Chicago’s architectural legacy and how it has helped to shape cities around the world. Adrian Smith + Gordon Gill Architecture (AS+GG) will design the facility set for construction at 111 East Wacker Drive.
BD+C
SEPTEMBER 7, 2017
More than half of residential and commercial properties in Houston that are at high or moderate risk of flooding are not included in the Federal Emergency Management Agency's Special Flood Hazard Areas (SFHA), according to CoreLogic. Properties outside those zones don't need flood insurance, so many flood victims of Hurricane Harvey will not have access to insurance reimbursements to make repairs.
BD+C
SEPTEMBER 5, 2017
On June 6, the first phase in the construction of the new Children’s Hospital at Erlanger in Chattanooga, Tenn., broke ground. When it opens next year, this three-story, 90,000-sf, $40 million outpatient center—which HKS designed and McCarthy Building Companies is building—will encompass 72 exam rooms, 21 specialty pediatric clinics, lab and imaging services, and a pharmacy.
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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