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One of the largest zero-carbon, net-zero buildings is rising in Spokane

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The engineering firm McKinstry, in partnership with energy provider Avista, has been a driving force behind the development and construction of what is being touted as one of the biggest zero-energy, zero-carbon facilities in the world.

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Happiness Is a Clean Kitchen—These 20 Products Can Help

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Make your kitchen spick-and-span with these space-saving organizers, eco-friendly cleaning supplies, and more. Has your kitchen fallen victim to the winter blues? Reignite your joy of cooking this spring by giving your space a much-needed refresh. These products will help you corral clutter and make cleaning a breeze. Bissell PowerFresh Scrubbing and Sanitizing Steam Mop Give your floors a natural clean with this powerful steam cleaner.

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‘Planet Lem’ Center of Literature and Language in Krakow

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Team: Irgen Salianji, Karolina Szóstkiewicz, Katarzyna Duliba, Adrianna Drohomirecka Status: Competition project Location: Krakow, Poland T he Center of Literature and Language ‘Planet Lem’ is located on the historic 13th-century salt road from Wieliczka Salt Mine and the important site of the Salt Depot, which have always formed a communication and language exchange route.

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Master Bathroom … Again

Life of an Architect

Apparently, I don’t like myself very much, I am basing this on all the evidence I have on hand … and I use the word “evidence” because the master bathroom in my current home is a crime scene. Not an actual crime scene, ( although I would not have been surprised to find an amputated finger behind the toilet when I first moved in ) but it is definitely the location where an assault has occurred.

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Architectural Visualization Trends and the Rise of AI

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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3 essential technologies for a successful project

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Technology is changing how construction projects are delivered. From utilizing virtual reality to create immersive owner experiences, to capturing and tracking real-time data, technology plays a vital role in delivering consistently successful projects.

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L.A. County’s first sustainability plan tackles carbon, air quality, transportation, resilience

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Los Angeles County, the most populous county in the U.S., recently released a draft of a comprehensive sustainability plan. The plan addresses carbon emission reduction, air quality, transportation, equitable and sustainable land use, and resilience. The land use section addresses gentrification and the ability of residents to afford to remain in their neighborhoods.

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Top new skyscrapers for 2019: Salesforce Tower named best worldwide, Ping An Finance Center best 'supertall'

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Fifteen skyscraper projects were honored this week with design and innovation awards from the Council on Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat (CTBUH) at the group's 2019 Tall + Urban Innovation Conference in Shenzhen, China. This is the 17th year CTBUH has formally recognized the world's top new tall buildings. . The 1,070-foot Salesforce Tower in San Francisco beat out dozens of projects from across the globe to take the top honor: Best Tall Building Worldwide for 2019. .

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Raising the roof is cool again

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In popular culture, it hasn’t been cool to “raise the roof” since the late 1990s. But one company is trying to start a new, very literal “raise the roof” trend in the AEC industry. That company is Upbrella Construction (upbrella.com), and the trend is to build the roof of a structure early in the construction process, and then raise it up as the building progresses.

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The construction industry has a problem, and women are going to solve it

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The 8-trillion dollar construction industry has a major problem. Simply put, we do not have enough people to meet construction demands worldwide.

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From Plan to Reality: Unlocking the Power of Aerial Imagery for AEC

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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Employers at risk when using construction equipment not sized for women

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Poorly fitting equipment is a leading cause of injury in service members, according to a recent Department of Defense report. The military has had difficulty supplying women with correctly fitted equipment, and construction companies face the same challenge. Ill-fitting gear can pose safety risks including snagging on ladders and exposing the body to hazards.

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How healthcare organizations can leverage design and culture's symbiotic relationship

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Although most healthcare leaders recognize the inherent link between work place design strategy and their organization’s culture, few deeply understand the reciprocal relationship that exists between the two. Far too often, healthcare leaders view their places of work and care as a container that responds to existing culture and not a change agent to inspire culture change.

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It’s time for office amenities to get to work

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When we think of workplace amenities, only the truly extraordinary or extremely whimsical tend to stand out: the ping-pong tables, the nap pods, the pinball machines, the chef-driven lunches. While these kinds of office perks can be useful signifiers of a company’s culture and values, the amenities that support effective work habits tend to go quietly unnoticed, despite their crucial contribution to the office’s overall productivity.

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A Tulip is ready to bloom in London

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London already has an Eye, a Gherkin, and a Cheese Grater. Now, the City of London has approved plans for The Tulip. Designed by Foster + Partners (designers of the Gherkin), the Tulip will rise 1,001 feet in the air and be a new cultural and tourist attraction meant to build public engagement within the City and enhance The Gherkin’s public offering.

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7 Ways Real-Time Visualization Can Solve Architectural Challenges

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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Hilton’s ‘canopy’ lifestyle brand hotel opens in Minneapolis’ Mill District

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As with many of the nation’s other major cities, Minneapolis is experiencing a revitalization of its urban core neighborhoods, with younger, more affluent residents, business owners, and consumers flocking to older, once-distressed sections of town. New amenities available in places to live, work, shop, and entertain add to the momentum of revitalization of these spots.

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LEED v4.1 now available for cities, communities, residential/homes

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LEED v4.1 is now available for residential/homes, and cities and communities. LEED v4.1 certification emphasizes performance monitoring, fully integrated design, social equity and human health factors.

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Long-life fasteners: A key component of a properly installed metal roof

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As the saying goes: “It’s the little things.” While metal roof fasteners may seem like just a minor aspect of a big system—in both cost and size—they are quite literally what holds it all together. In that respect, the fasteners used to attach a metal roof system are a significant part of the roof performance and, in turn, of the whole building. A leak-free roof will save time, money and avoid headaches for contractors, installers, owners and occupants over the long term.

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L.A. County’s first sustainability plan tackles carbon, air quality, transportation, resilience

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Los Angeles County, the most populous county in the U.S., recently released a draft of a comprehensive sustainability plan. The plan addresses carbon emission reduction, air quality, transportation, equitable and sustainable land use, and resilience. The land use section addresses gentrification and the ability of residents to afford to remain in their neighborhoods.

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Concrete Waterproofing: The Next Step to a More Resilient Design

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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Speaker Update! Accelerate AEC Innovation Conference, May 13-14, NYC

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Can machines design buildings? What can we learn from AEC "superusers"? How are leading contractors winning with offsite construction? The answers to these questions—and so many more—will be explored at Building Design+Construction 's third-annual Accelerate AEC Innovation Conference , May 13-14 at Dream Downtown in New York City.

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Denver office building features 13,000 sf green roof

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Flight, a new office building located in Denver’s RiNo Arts District, provides 140,000 sf of fully-furnished office suites for early-stage and emerging companies. The building is currently home to the 80,000-sf Boa Technologies’ headquarters. It also provides space for smaller companies such as The Nature Conservancy, Lark Burger, and Denver Design Build.

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Thermal Bowing

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An important aspect of using metal in construction is understanding the concepts of expansion and contraction. As metal heats up, it expands; as it cools, it contracts.

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Chicago-area joint venture antes up $1 billion for Opportunity Zone development investment

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The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 created the designation “Opportunity Zone,” for which the Internal Revenue Service will allow tax advantages for certain investments in lower-income areas when an Opportunity Fund invests more than 90% of its assets in a zoned property.

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Sustainable Architecture: Design Green with the Client in Mind

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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New USGBC research explores green building industry’s role in highlighting the importance of buildings as a global solution

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As part of its Living Standard initiative, today, the U.S. Green Building Council ( USGBC ) released a new U.S. public research report titled Standard Issue that sets out to better gauge how the public feels about issues at the core of the green building community’s mission: sustainability, green buildings and the environment.

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NYC officials partner with nonprofit to build modular affordable housing

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In a local partnership of the New York Housing Preservation and Development office, Brooklyn-based FullStack Modular, developer Thorobird, architect Think! Architecture and Design, and nonprofit group Bangladeshi American Community Development and Youth Services (BACDYS) are building more than 160 affordable housing units in New York City. .

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New health pavilion completes on the Health Education Campus at Case Western Reserve University

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The recently completed Sheila and Eric Samson Pavilion on the Health Education Campus at Case Western Reserve University and Cleveland Clinic combines the education of students from medical, nursing, and dental schools under one roof.

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Engineering, construction spending to rise 3% in 2019: FMI outlook

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Total engineering and construction spending for the U.S. is forecast to rise 3% in 2019, according to FMI’s First Quarter 2019 North American Construction Outlook. That represents a slight slowdown in industry growth compared to the 4% growth rate of 2018. Spending growth in 2019 is expected to be led by public investment across both non-residential buildings and non-residential structures.

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Report: Optimism for Construction Growth in the Next Year Remains High

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!