BD+C
APRIL 19, 2017
Did you turn off the lamp on your desk today before you left the office? Did you remember to reach down and turn off the power strip your computer was plugged into? When you got home from work, did you walk through the house turning off all the lights the kids had left on, and did you reach over and turn off the running water while they were brushing their teeth?
Life of an Architect
APRIL 16, 2017
The 2017 Life of an Architect Playhouse Design Competition had its first round of judging last Friday – and it was probably the most difficult process we’ve experienced so far. That’s not to say we didn’t have a good time, it had more to do with the extraordinary number of quality entries that were submitted. This year, the competition was the most diverse of all the years I have been doing this.
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EntreArchitect
APRIL 18, 2017
Why Architects Miss Their Profitability Targets. For all professional design firms there are two different, yet interrelated levels of profitability – a firm’s overall profitability and the profitability of each completed project. Historically, the profitability of professional design firms is, on average, in the range of 8-12%. While many firms achieve profitability exceeding 12%, the majority struggle to achieve their targeted profitability on every project, every year.
BD+C
APRIL 17, 2017
BD+C's 2017 Design Innovation report is represented by the following people, projects, and innovations that push the boundaries of design. Click on the title or image of each story to view the full article. .
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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 17, 2017
A speculative skyscraper designed for Tokyo takes the concept of wabi-sabi (finding beauty in the imperfect or incomplete) to heart. The Pod Vending Machine is designed to be continuously under construction, growing and evolving to meet Tokyo’s housing demand.
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BD+C
APRIL 17, 2017
When Joe Lozowski took over Tangram Interiors about 15 years ago, the Los Angeles-based distributor of office furniture was down on its heels. “Just being a furniture provider was not an exciting story,” recalls Lozowski about a company that dates back to 1963. So the first thing he did after assuming control was to reach out to architects, designers, and clients about what they wanted from companies like his.
BD+C
APRIL 21, 2017
The city of Eskisehir, Turkey is known as a vibrant city packed with cultural, which makes it the perfect location for the planned Odunpazari Modern Art Museum. The museum is planned for a site located between a neighborhood called Odunpazari and a traditional wooden residential area with Ottoman Empire era architecture. The houses in this area are characterized by a structure where the second floor hangs out and lines up along the winding, narrow, and rugged road to form a unique streetscape.
BD+C
APRIL 19, 2017
Google Earth recently relaunched with a host of new features to help people explore the world in even more detail without ever having to leave the air-conditioned comforts of their homes. One of the most fascinating new features is known as Voyager and it allows people to “experience interactive stories from around the world.” Anyone can now take guided, interactive tours of famous cities, cultural landmarks, and lost civilizations.
BD+C
APRIL 19, 2017
The first quarter of the year ended on a positive note for the Architecture Billings Index (ABI). As a leading economic indicator of construction activity, the ABI reflects the approximate nine to twelve month lead time between architecture billings and construction spending. The American Institute of Architects (AIA) reported the March ABI score was 54.3, up from a score of 50.7 in the previous month.
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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
APRIL 21, 2017
Athletic programs and extracurricular opportunities continue to distinguish schools from each other, draw students in, and build a sense of community. In recent years, however, with a need to prioritize spending, some school districts swept deferred maintenance dollars into general funds and, as water restrictions were implemented across the state and costs to maintain athletics facilities increased, many fields fell into disrepair.
BD+C
APRIL 18, 2017
Heineken USA’s headquarters at 360 Hamilton Avenue in White Plains, N.Y. consolidates Heineken offices from two other locations into one, primary location. Spector Group, the primary interior architect for the redesign focused on two main improvements with the redesign: the expansion of the company’s bar and social zones and the enhancement and densification of the existing 60,000-sf bi-level space.
BD+C
APRIL 18, 2017
Two 25-story staggered towers sitting atop a plinth make up the design concept for Garden Hill , a Hanging Gardens of Babylon-inspired residential development in Birmingham, England’s second largest city.
BD+C
APRIL 17, 2017
I recently had the opportunity to moderate the Spring BIMForum conference (Conference Theme: BIM: What do Owners Want?).
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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 20, 2017
In 2009, a temporary project known as “Green Light for Midtown” used paving and street furniture to close Broadway to vehicular traffic between 42 nd and 47 th Streets. The goal was to improve safety and alleviate traffic conditions at a site that sees over 40,000,000 annual visitors. The project was a huge success and led the New York City Department of Transportation to begin a project to permanently close the section of Times Square to cars.
BD+C
APRIL 20, 2017
It may be Chinatown, but the New York City Department of Transportation, the Chinatown Partnership, and Van Alen Institute aren’t about to forget it. A new collaboration between the three entities looks to find a new contemporary neighborhood marker at the Canal Street Triangle, a triangular traffic island flanked by Canal Street, Baxter Street, and Walker Street.
BD+C
APRIL 20, 2017
“Good design is good business,” Thomas J. Watson famously declared in the early 70s. But while the link between design and performance has since been well established with products , only recently has the physical workplace environment garnered the same attention.
BD+C
APRIL 18, 2017
The American Institute of Architects (AIA) has selected 14 recipients for the 2017 Housing Awards. The AIA’s Housing Awards program, now in its 17th year, was established to recognize the best in housing design and promote the importance of good housing as a necessity of life. Of the 14 recipients, six were in the categories of multifamily housing and specialized housing.
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BD+C
APRIL 21, 2017
Boston Landing is a massive transit-oriented urban development located just minutes from downtown Boston. The development includes 650,000 sf of office and laboratory space, a 175-room hotel, a track and field sports center, a 295-unit residential building, 80,000 sf of retail space, and 1.4 acres of landscaped open space.
BD+C
APRIL 20, 2017
The American Institute of Architects (AIA) Committee on the Environment (COTE) have selected this year’s recipients of the Top Ten Awards, the industry’s premier program celebrating sustainable design excellence. Now in their 21st year, the Top Ten Awards highlight projects that exemplify the integration of great design and great performance. Submissions are required to demonstrate how the project aligns with COTE’s rigorous criteria for social, economic, and ecological value.
BD+C
APRIL 18, 2017
Eneref Institute, an advocacy organization for sustainable development, launched Constellation Networking Group of School Administrators to share ideas to overcome market obstacles to daylighting in K-12 schools.
BD+C
APRIL 17, 2017
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration will delay enforcement of the crystalline silica standard that applies to the construction industry. The agency says that additional guidance is necessary due to the unique nature of the requirements in the construction standard. It will conduct additional outreach and provide educational materials and guidance for employers.
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 21, 2017
At Valspar, we believe in creating coatings that stand the test of time. Valspar scientists rely on testing to develop products that resist humidity, fading, chalking, abrasion and most chemicals while retaining the intended color and appearance. Our 6.25-acre test facility in Fort Myers, Fla., has 100,000 panels on exposure and demonstrates our commitment to testing.
BD+C
APRIL 21, 2017
The jury for the American Institute of Architects (AIA) Upjohn Research Initiative, a grant program that supports applied research that advances design and professional practice, has announced the five projects selected to receive grants.
BD+C
APRIL 20, 2017
Since 2009, California legislators have passed laws to make it easier to build new football stadiums in the San Gabriel Valley, San Diego, and downtown Los Angeles, and basketball arenas in Sacramento and San Francisco.
BD+C
APRIL 19, 2017
The U.S. Department of Energy and the National Labs have released updated versions of their open-source, whole-building energy modeling tools: the EnergyPlus engine and the OpenStudio software development kit and application. EnergyPlus V8.7.
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