BD+C

JUNE 9, 2020

The World Health Organization declared the coronavirus outbreak a pandemic on March 11, and by the first week of April, there was a nearly 80% decline in occupancy for hotels in the U.S., according to the hospitality analytics company STR. That same week, the National Restaurant Association estimated that 110,000 restaurants could close within the following 30 days, on top of the 30,000 dining places that had already shuttered.

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Life of an Architect

JUNE 10, 2020

Public Restroom design is often one of the most overlooked and underserved architectural typologies. These projects present their own kind of design challenges that may not always come to mind at first pass. They do not need to be “throw-away” projects but should be considered a chance to make the mundane a bit better through design and thoughtful consideration.

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Community Architect

JUNE 12, 2020

Corona has turned the world upside down in less than half of a year. How will things be next year? The shut-down of almost all travel has led to much local introspection. With many activities on hold, we see like under a magnifying glass how our society really ticks. This gave the George Floyd death such momentum. In a series of investigations I will ask today how the US polices its communities.

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DesignScape Architects

JUNE 8, 2020

As creative and innovative thinkers, architects in Africa are always looking towards the future of our highly unique industry. But in order to continue the relevance, practicalities and importance of our architectural practices in Africa, we must also examine and learn from the past. Colonial Africa did not often have a great need for architects as most towns were small and the design and structure of buildings relied mostly on the materials and skills available.

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BD+C

JUNE 10, 2020

The largest base-isolated building in the world officially opened in earthquake-prone Istanbul, Turkey, on May 21. The 1-million-sm, $1.5 billion Basaksehir Cam and Sakura City Hospital, located near the North Anatolian fault of the Europe side of this city, features 2,068 seismic isolators. It is designed—by Perkins and Will’s Washington D.C. office, in collaboration with the Turkish firm Yazgan Design Architecture—to meet ASCE 41 “Immediate Occupancy” seismic performance objective under a rare

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Think | Architect

JUNE 8, 2020

It’s been over a year. It might be another. Today’s post is sharing a response to a struggling student honestly looking for answers to how one designs. How are historic works of architecture conceived? I have an answer. I have no answers. I’ve been an architect for approaching thirty years. Here is my response. “I’ve […].

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Nicole Cullinan

JUNE 7, 2020

Sometimes I think my memories are catalogued like a library, rows and rows of drawers filled with references to time and place, somewhere for my mind to visit when I feel melancholy. Other times I am reminded of these records, like a book that has slipped behind the shelf, a delightful discovery. Memories form part of who we are and contain our sense of self.

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BD+C

JUNE 8, 2020

OSHA’s in-person checks of construction sites have plunged by 84% during the COVID-19 pandemic. The agency has focused its attention on virus transmission hazards in the health-care industry, according to OSHA data. In the first week of March, OSHA conducted about 395 construction inspections. The number of inspections at construction sites dropped to about 65 during the week of April 26.

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Architects for Urbanity

JUNE 12, 2020

Read our interview and studio profile featured at New Generations HERE.

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BD+C

JUNE 10, 2020

The American Institute of Architects ( AIA ) released new resources to support employers, public officials, and design professionals with re-occupying buildings more safely after COVID-19 shutdowns.

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BD+C

JUNE 9, 2020

Avenue South Residences will be an innovative and eco-conscious residential district in Singapore anchored by two, 56-story skyscrapers nestled among five historically preserved buildings. The towers will be composed of prefabricated units and built among a backdrop of five four-story heritage, Art Deco-style buildings on Silat Avenue. Before assemblage, 80% of each module for Avenue South Residences will be created off-site and stacked and joined together on-site. .

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BD+C

JUNE 9, 2020

Construction Backlog Indicator rose to 7.9 months in May, an increase of less than 0.1 months from April’s reading. Furthermore, based on an ABC member survey conducted May 20-June 3, results indicate that confidence among U.S. construction industry leaders continued to rebound from the historically low levels observed in the March survey.

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BD+C

JUNE 9, 2020

1. A time for fearlessness: Lessons from high growth AEC firms (Hinge) . "Nothing motivates change more than a crisis. Many professional services firms have made more radical shifts in how they do business over the past two months than over the past decade.".

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BD+C

JUNE 8, 2020

1. Two Frank Lloyd Wright sites set to reopen for tours with enhanced health and safety protocols (BD+C) . "Frank Lloyd Wright’s Home and Studio and the Frederick C. Robie House are set to reopen for tours in accordance with Phase 3 of Governor Pritzker’s “Restore Illinois” plan. Both sites will reopen on Thursday, June 11.".

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BD+C

JUNE 10, 2020

The Residences of Crystal Lake, an affordable, independent senior living facility in Crystal Lake, Ill., has officially completed construction.

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BD+C

JUNE 8, 2020

Spacesmith will reimagine an industrial-era building into a large-scale production facility for film and TV. The 104,000-sf space will feature sound stages, post-production spaces, and support spaces in an adapted manufacturing building. The site in the Hudson River Valley was selected for its relatively low costs of labor and living, scenic views, and the region’s recently increased motion picture tax credit. .

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BD+C

JUNE 9, 2020

While widespread testing for a deadly virus is an inherently scary new reality, new design solutions can help make testing more accessible, reduce stigma, and ultimately keep more people safe and healthy. . We are proud to share our team has designed COVID Shield, a modular, scalable, customizable testing solution that could be placed on college campuses, outside workplaces, in community areas and numerous other settings. .

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BD+C

JUNE 9, 2020

As the federal government and many states begin allowing businesses to reopen, the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) has developed a checklist to help building owners and facility managers prepare, ensuring that fire protection and life safety systems in commercial and multi-occupancy residential buildings are properly checked and functioning.

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BD+C

JUNE 8, 2020

Construction employment rebounded by 464,000 jobs in May, but the total remained 596,000 below the latest peak in February and the industry’s 12.7 percent unemployment rate was the highest for May since 2012, according to an analysis by the Associated General Contractors of America of government data released today. Association officials cautioned that the future job losses are likely as temporary federal support programs end, state and local officials deal with tighter budgets and private secto

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BD+C

JUNE 8, 2020

After offices and other places of business reopen following COVID-19 shutdowns , tenants and owners face increased legal liability, and property insurance plans may not cover this risk.

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BD+C

JUNE 11, 2020

The U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) has introduced a new pilot credit in the LEED green building rating system called “Safety First: Cleaning and Disinfecting Your Space.”. The credit is intended to support building owners and operators as they respond to the COVID-19 pandemic. It provides guidance on effectively cleaning and disinfecting buildings using green cleaning best practices.

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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.

Architecture

BD+C

JUNE 12, 2020

Traditionally, museums have served their communities not only by providing access to culturally significant artifacts, but also by engaging in scholarly activities. But in recent decades, museums have shifted away from research and instead began serving the public through education and entertainment. This shift in visitor-focus has provided some museums with additional revenue stemming from admissions, special events, and venue rentals.

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BD+C

JUNE 12, 2020

In response to legislation in New York City, California, Washington, D.C., and other areas, the commercial real estate industry has implemented innovations to boost sustainability. Among the trends embraced by the industry are mass timber, augmented reality, and modular construction. Modular construction has aided construction firms in using less energy on work sites and reducing waste.

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BD+C

JUNE 10, 2020

1. Two 56-story prefabricated towers will make up Singapore’s newest residential district (BD+C) . "Avenue South Residences will be an innovative and eco-conscious residential district in Singapore anchored by two, 56-story skyscrapers nestled among five historically preserved buildings.".

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BD+C

JUNE 12, 2020

“The Weekly,” a new fast-paced streaming program featuring expert insights, timely discussion, and industry innovations, launched yesterday, Thursday, June 11, at 1:00 pm Eastern/10:00 am Pacific. Each week, experts in the commercial design and construction sector will be interviewed by the editors of Building Design+Construction. Register for The Weekly.

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