BD+C
APRIL 19, 2020
Many contractors are asking themselves how social distancing can be executed practically on jobsites so their workers can operate safely. As expected, products are starting to emerge that address these concerns.
Life of an Architect
APRIL 20, 2020
I like tall buildings. I am not certain if that is because I am an architect or just because I like being up in the air. I have been to may in my life so far as an architect. This is a list of some of my favorites and tallest I have visited. Continue reading Architects and Tall Buildings at Life of an Architect.
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Dwell
APRIL 24, 2020
When sending a stunning floral arrangement to mom’s doorstep is this easy, there’s really no excuse. What better display of affection and gratitude than a fragrant bouquet? Show mom you care this Sunday, May 8, with one of our favorite arrangements : Some are fresh, others are preserved or faux, and there’s at least one for the gourmand. UrbanStems The Juliet As bright, fresh, and vibrant as Juliet’s love, this arrangement features lush delphinium, striking lisianthus, stunning free spirit roses
30X40 Design Workshop
APRIL 23, 2020
Feeling the pressure to make the most of your time in isolation to learn new skills + be productive? If you haven’t quite lived up to your own lofty expectations of what you should be accomplishing, you're not alone. Spend 30 minutes with me in my sketchbook and learn what's been working for me as I design an invented architectural folly. Time spent in my sketchbook is focused and without distraction.
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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 20, 2020
COVID-19 has shut down non-essential construction projects in some areas and slowed progress in others. Where projects are considered essential, they face disruptive physical distancing requirements, schedule delays, and restrictive onsite visits. . Meanwhile, as hotels, offices, universities and municipal facilities sit mostly vacant, many building owners are eager to use this downtime to complete long overdue renovation projects.
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Stephen B Chambers Architects
APRIL 21, 2020
Ragusa Ibla’s panorama is a treasure trove for architects and visitors seeking fine examples of Baroque architecture and Medieval street plan. On the morning we planned to go to Ragusa, a hard rain beat against the windows of our Ortigia hotel. We ached all over from the prior day’s walk through Villa Romana del Casale, a late Roman Empire UNESCO World Site.
Virginia Duran
APRIL 21, 2020
London – always vibrant, beautiful and irresistible – has attracted the crowds since its beginning as a Roman city in AD 43. Almost 2,000 years later, its popularity is still on the rise. ? London’s busy riverfront Four years ago I made London my home.
BD+C
APRIL 23, 2020
Congratulations! Your organization has successfully pivoted to remote work and settled into a new routine. Now, it’s time to start preparing for your return to the office.
EntreArchitect
APRIL 20, 2020
The following is a guest post written by Blair Enns, founder and CEO of Win Without Pitching. The content for this article, published here with permission, was first published on March 25, 2020, on the Win Without Pitching blog here. Learn more about Blair Enns, his fantastic books, The Win Without Pitching Manifesto and Pricing Creativity: A Guide to Profit Beyond the Billable Hour , and his impactful coaching and training programs here.
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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
Jane Griswold Radocchia
APRIL 19, 2020
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BD+C
APRIL 21, 2020
1. IoT system helps contractors keep their distance on the jobsite (BD+C). "Many contractors are asking themselves how social distancing can be executed practically on jobsites so their workers can operate safely. As expected, products are starting to emerge that address these concerns.".
BD+C
APRIL 23, 2020
The Frank Lloyd Wright Trust, located in Chicago and Oak Park, has recently uploaded a video to its Youtube channel that allows you to take a guided tour of Wright's Frederick C. Robie House. The Robie House was Chicago's first Landmark building, is a National Historic Landmark, and has recently been inscribed to the World Heritage list. Watch below as David Badnall, the Frank Lloyd Wright Trust curator, takes you on a guided tour of one of Frank Lloyd Wright's most significant projects. .
BD+C
APRIL 20, 2020
After more than nine consecutive years of steady growth, proposal activity in the U.S. Multifamily Housing market flattened in the 1st Quarter amid the COVID-19 crisis. The Quarterly Market Forecast (QMF) survey of architecture, engineering and construction (A/E/C) firms reported the first negative result for Multifamily since the 3rd Quarter of 2010.
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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 23, 2020
The value of flexible hospital space is being demonstrated as administrators rush to increase the number of hospital ICU beds to meet the expected peak in COVID-19 cases. In many states, regulations require treatment rooms to be different sizes depending on the stage of patient care being provided. Facilities may now be more likely to specify space for acuity-adaptable units that are designed to match the square footage of ICU rooms.
BD+C
APRIL 19, 2020
As the construction industry tries to figure out how to start working again under pandemic conditions that are still prevalent in many parts of the country, companies are left to sort out evidence- and science-based facts and possible solutions from quick-fix remedies and instinctual responses that, in the long-rum, could do more harm than good.
BD+C
APRIL 22, 2020
1. CallisonRTKL, PODS, and USACE collaborate on repurposed containers for ACFs (CallisonRTKL). Existing POD containers were modified to be used as rapid response airborne infection isolation rooms. .
BD+C
APRIL 20, 2020
1. The continent’s tallest living wall could soon sprout in Dallas (BD+C). "The exterior of the building at 1899 McKinley will be augmented by more than 40,000 plants that are expected to capture over 1,600 lbs of CO2 and produce 1,200 lbs of oxygen annually.".
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BD+C
APRIL 22, 2020
Reflecting the deteriorating conditions in the overall economy, demand for design services from architecture firms recorded a record fall, according to a new report today from The American Institute of Architects (AIA). AIA’s Architecture Billings Index (ABI) score of 33.3 for March reflects a decrease in design services provided by U.S. architecture firms (any score below 50 indicates a decrease in billings).
BD+C
APRIL 21, 2020
Schools of construction at universities are, in some ways, academic versions of trade schools, providing students with hands-on experience and post-graduate job opportunities.
BD+C
APRIL 24, 2020
1. Take a virtual tour of Frank Lloyd Wright's Robie House (BD+C). Explore the building with Frank Lloyd Wright Trust curator David Bagnall.
BD+C
APRIL 24, 2020
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has issued interim enforcement guidance to help combat supply shortages of disposable N95 filtering face piece respirators (N95 FFRs).
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 22, 2020
Commercial construction starts are expected to fall by 16% in 2020, with retail starts projected to be down by 33% and hotel/motel starts by 31%.
BD+C
APRIL 23, 2020
Confidence among U.S. construction industry leaders plummeted in February due to expectations of the economic fallout associated with COVID-19, according to the Associated Builders and Contractors Construction Confidence Index released today. Readings for sales, profit margins and staffing levels expectations fell below the threshold of 50 for the first time in the history of the series, signaling expected contraction along all three dimensions.
BD+C
APRIL 22, 2020
Now, more than ever, staying connected is essential. Whether it’s using FaceTime to check on loved ones, turning your living room into a home office, ordering food via Grubhub, or just catching up on the latest TikTok dance trends, we all depend on reliable Wi-Fi.
BD+C
APRIL 23, 2020
1. Architecture Billings Index points to major downturn in commercial construction (AIA). "Largest monthly decline in billings a direct result of pandemic response.".
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