BD+C
APRIL 1, 2020
A new 82-suite, 12-story mass timber Ramada Hotel is set to rise in Kelowna, British Columbia in a space that is currently surface parking. . HDR will provide architectural design services for the project, which takes advantage of British Columbia’s new regulations allowing mass timber construction up to 12 stories. The tower will be built using partial encapsulation and exposed CLT, as well as glulam.
Life of an Architect
APRIL 2, 2020
I thought I should craft a list of films, documentaries, and videos to view while there is so much extra time at home. Now I am not trying to provide more distractions, but I think that in times like this everyone may want some additional creative fuel for your tank. Every item on this list is worthy of time. Continue reading What to Watch: Shelter in Place Edition at Life of an Architect.
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Stephen B Chambers Architects
APRIL 2, 2020
Above: Antique Afghan Locks from Chambers Architects Collection. In this design by Chambers Architects, gates and walls are secure without a foreboding appearance. Photography: Nathan Schroder. Garden gate with keypad-type lock. Architect: Stephen B. Chambers, AiA. Photo: Nathan Schroder. Steel frame door and windows with lever-handle offers security and accessibility.
EntreArchitect
APRIL 1, 2020
Click here for a PDF version of this post. The Paycheck Protection Program (“PPP”) authorizes up to $349 billion in forgivable loans to small businesses to pay their employees during the COVID-19 crisis. All loan terms will be the same for everyone. . The loan amounts will be forgiven as long as: ? The loan proceeds are used to cover payroll costs, and most mortgage interest, rent, and utility costs over the 8 week period after the loan is made; and. ?
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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
APRIL 2, 2020
HMC Architects is among the latest design brands to manufacture face shields for healthcare workers in response to the ongoing coronavirus crisis. Using the Columbia University Library Studios information as a guide, the design firm is applying its fabrication capabilities and Ultimaker 3D printers to manufacture PPE face shields and make them available to hospitals and clinics in its communities. .
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A Better Built Environment
MARCH 30, 2020
To kick-off this new series of Google Map City Guides, here my recommendations for visiting Berlin, Germany. I lived in Berlin for 2-years from 2006-2008 after graduating with a Master's of Architecture degree. I worked for a couple of architecture offices there while exploring the city and enjoying life in the vibrant German capital. This map includes top museums, sightseeing, great architecture, recommended places to stay, and great places to eat and drink around the city.
EntreArchitect
MARCH 30, 2020
The federal government has approved the $2.2 trillion (that’s more than two million millions) Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act which will help millions of people during this critical time. As small firm architecture business owners, many of us may benefit from this historic legislation. Below are a few economic provisions that may apply to you.
BD+C
APRIL 3, 2020
During this unprecedented time, we find ourselves wondering if the things we love about living in cities are going to be completely upended, or change forever. If we follow the guidelines for social distancing, we can flatten the curve of this terrible virus in the short term, while still benefiting from being an urban citizen. And in the long term, we believe that the benefits of living in cities far outweigh any adjustments we make to stay healthy and safe.
Life of an Architect
MARCH 29, 2020
A lot can happen in just a few weeks. Due to COVID-19 pandemic, business as usual is anything but … and Andrew and I felt like we should interrupt our regularly scheduled podcast to take some time and talk about working from home – something that we all are going to have to deal with for the foreseeable future. Since so many of the people we listen to this podcast are single or small office practitioners, we thought that instead of running our scheduled ( and completed – DOH!
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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
MARCH 30, 2020
The novel coronavirus may have claimed yet another victim—the open-plan office. "Open plan," which is used in about 70% of U.S. office workplaces, has been under scrutiny for a number of reasons: employee privacy, noise and visual distractions, work interruption, negative impact on workflow, just as it has its advocates for similar reasons: greater employee collaboration, hipper work environment, etc.
BD+C
MARCH 29, 2020
Last August 1, Uvalde (Texas) Memorial Hospital broke ground on a 170,000-sf, $83.5 million replacement hospital that is following a building model specifically for rural and underfunded communities, devised by this project’s general contractor Hoar Construction.
BD+C
MARCH 30, 2020
The American Hospital Association estimates that the U.S. has 924,000 hospital beds, or fewer than three beds for every 1,000 people. Less than 5% of those beds can be used for intensive-care patients. . If, as Array Advisors predicts, most states will run out of available ICU beds by the middle of this month , repurposing hotels as temporary healthcare facilities becomes more viable, even necessary, by the day.
BD+C
APRIL 1, 2020
Michael Sheerin, PE, CEO of TLC Engineering Solutions, chairs the ASHRAE Standard 170 committee, which covers the ventilation of healthcare facilities. A 25-plus-year veteran of designing mechanical systems for healthcare, Sheerin and colleagues at ASHRAE, ASHE, and TLC have created a PDF document (updated almost daily) to advise design, engineering, and construction professionals as to the nuances of ventilation for facilities where COVID-19 patients are being treated. .
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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
APRIL 3, 2020
Earlier this week, Ashraf Fahmy, CallisonRTKL’s new Chief Financial Officer, was up till midnight going over project proposals with his firm’s team in China. Despite the spread of the novel coronavirus worldwide, CallisonRTKL—which operates seven of its 21 offices outside of the United States—has seen an uptick in business lately from China and the Middle East, particularly from the healthcare sectors in those regions.
BD+C
MARCH 31, 2020
FAAB Architecture, a Poland-based design firm, has presented to investor groups in Sweden and Qatar a mixed-use building concept whose facade integrates energy-generating exterior panels with matrices of plants and microorganisms, to create a “vertical oasis system” (VOS) that reduces the building’s energy consumption, improves the building’s exterior and interior air quality, contributes to biodiversity, and produces energy that can sold to surrounding buildings.
BD+C
APRIL 1, 2020
First: a note about your cleanser – Hydrogen Peroxide kills corona and is more environmentally friendly than bleach. Consider using hydrogen peroxide, if it’s an option. But if you must use bleach, here are the implications for your LEED certification: We are not aware of any official ruling about a pandemic, but we also don’t think you should be concerned that using bleach during the national emergency will threaten your LEED certification.
BD+C
APRIL 1, 2020
In the last week, as I’ve worked around the clock with a cross-disciplinary group of designers and academics to develop an effective crowd-sourced DIY face mask , a lot of my smart friends (including a respected epidemiologist in the family) have asked me, “Why are you making homemade face masks if they won’t work.”.
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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
MARCH 30, 2020
The chief executive officer of the Associated General Contractors of America, Stephen E. Sandherr, issued the following statement in reaction to the release of new guidance from the Department of Homeland Security’s Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Security Agency that clarifies construction’s critical role in supporting essential infrastructure.
BD+C
APRIL 1, 2020
As part of BD+C 's ongoing coverage of the business impacts of the COVID-19 outbreak, the editors are polling BD+C reader firms and AEC professionals on a regular basis for up-to-date data and insights on the market. Your feedback and expertise are incredibly valuable to BD+C readers during these chaotic times. . Please take 3 minutes to complete our April COVID-19 poll.
BD+C
MARCH 31, 2020
Several states and municipalities are aggressively investigating the conversion of hotels into makeshift hospitals in order to free up much-needed beds in hospitals for patients who have contracted COVID-19.
BD+C
APRIL 1, 2020
“Never let a good crisis go to waste” – Rahm Emanuel. It’s hard to imagine anyone who hasn’t had some significant loss during the current crisis. Perhaps you’ve had the virus; worse still, it might have killed someone among your family or friends. Almost all of us have lost, for some period yet unknown, significant parts of our life savings, and some have lost businesses they may have just started or have invested considerable resources in establishing. .
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
APRIL 2, 2020
As the novel coronavirus continues to wreak havoc on the economy, a number of service and software providers are offering their products and platforms free of charge.
BD+C
MARCH 31, 2020
Multifamily projects under construction or that have recently come online indicate a trend toward high-efficiency in this sector of the housing market. Some of these projects are targeted for the luxury market; others are aimed at the affordable end of the spectrum. Low-income residents, in particular, can realize significant benefits from passive house construction.
BD+C
APRIL 3, 2020
The fast-worsening COVID-19 pandemic has triggered layoffs at more than a quarter of construction firms responding to an online survey released today by the Associated General Contractors of America. The finding, based on responses from earlier this week, contrasts with the government’s monthly employment report for March, which found that construction employment declined by 29,000 as of mid-March.
BD+C
MARCH 30, 2020
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, business as usual is anything but. Andrew and I felt like we should interrupt our regularly scheduled podcast to take some time and talk about working from home—something that we all are going to have to deal with for the foreseeable future.
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