BD+C
FEBRUARY 14, 2019
The construction industry is facing colliding forces that render our current trajectory wasteful, inefficient, and unsustainable. These include a widespread skilled labor shortage and industry productivity rates that continually fail to improve. This is the burning platform that this relatively undisrupted $8+ trillion global industry rests upon. Multiple things need to change, but there are clearly obvious wins to go after.
Life of an Architect
FEBRUARY 11, 2019
Despite knowing it was coming for me, I decided to post one of my recent sketches to Instagram and Facebook … and I was murdered. For 95% of those folks doing the murdering, their intentions were honest and well intended. For the other 5%, … I won’t say what I want to say. For those of you who don’t participate follow me on Instagram or Facebook , I’ll give you a little taste of what I mean – but I’m going to use a slightly different example so that we c
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Think | Architect
FEBRUARY 15, 2019
What am I thinking about today? Today, it is more what I’d rather not be thinking about if I had to be honest. People talk, people talk a lot, people need to stop talking. Consider it curious or destiny, I find myself on the topics of building codes today, but that happens to be only […].
EntreArchitect
FEBRUARY 12, 2019
Many (if not all) of us are using social media on a daily basis. Some of us restrict our time online to personal social interactions, while others use these powerful networking platforms to help promote our architectural businesses. Social media can certainly be a powerful tool, but if not carefully and intentionally managed, our time online can waste away the precious few hours that we are afforded each day.
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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
FEBRUARY 14, 2019
Once completed in July, Texas will have its first full mass timber building in the First United Bank building. In addition to being the first full mass timber building in the state, the 8,500 sf building will also be the first retail mass timber structure in the state and the first mass timber structure in the country to use Southern Yellow Pine CLT panels.
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BD+C
FEBRUARY 15, 2019
Last November, theMART in Chicago, whose 4.2 million gross sf over 25 stories make it the world’s biggest commercial building and design center, became the largest to earn a Fitwel 2-Star wellness rating, and the first to be measured under Fitwel’s Multi-Tenant Whole Building Scorecard for workplaces. The Center for Active Design, which launched its Fitwel wellness certification program in May 2016, developed the scorecard based on the interest of Vornado Realty Trust, theMART’s owner and manage
BD+C
FEBRUARY 13, 2019
Strong construction momentum will easily carry through the first half of 2019, despite project margins facing pressure from all sides. JLL’s Construction Outlook finds robust U.S.
BD+C
FEBRUARY 11, 2019
AEC firms that have been pushing wellness for years say they finally have a receptive ear with developers and owners. “Developers sell this; they see it as an exciting new trend,” says Colin Rohlfing, AIA, LEED AP, Vice President and Director of Sustainability with HDR. The advice about wellness these firms dispense to clients in many cases has already been road tested to make their own workplaces healthier.
BD+C
FEBRUARY 12, 2019
Automation, the use of AI, and disintermediating business models are having major impacts on the commercial real estate (CRE) industry, according to a new report from Altus Group.
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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
FEBRUARY 11, 2019
Five years ago, 3form, a materials manufacturer, did a top-to-bottom remodel of its Salt Lake City headquarters campus that included adding a 14,500-sf gym, which was built with the company’s sustainable building products. 3form also instituted a policy that employees who used the gym and complied with certain health metrics would qualify for discounts on their monthly payroll contributions for healthcare coverage.
BD+C
FEBRUARY 14, 2019
EMD Serono, an affiliate of Merck KGaA, the Darmstadt, Germany-based healthcare and life sciences company, is investing another $70 million to double the size of its research and development facility in Billerica, Mass., which opened in February 2011. The 145,000-sf expansion on 47 acres is expected to break ground in the second quarter of this year, and be completed by the second quarter of 2021.
BD+C
FEBRUARY 15, 2019
Located in a re-emerging district in Vancouver along West Georgia Street, 400 West Georgia will be a 25-story, 296-foot-tall office building.
BD+C
FEBRUARY 13, 2019
The pace of technological development continues to astound even the most ardent innovation champions. The BD+C editorial team is on a mission to track and evaluate the latest tech tools and trends that show promise for widespread AEC adoption.
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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
FEBRUARY 14, 2019
The construction industry is facing colliding forces that render our current trajectory wasteful, inefficient, and unsustainable. These include a widespread skilled labor shortage and industry productivity rates that continually fail to improve. This is the burning platform that this relatively undisrupted $8+ trillion global industry rests upon. Multiple things need to change, but there are clearly obvious wins to go after.
BD+C
FEBRUARY 10, 2019
On January 26, the 15,000-sf Mission Hills-Hillcrest Harley & Bessie Knox Library in San Diego opened to the public. The $17.9 million, one-story facility, whose construction was officially completed on February 5, is four times larger than the former library branch, and is serving the Mission Hills and Hillcrest neighborhoods.
BD+C
FEBRUARY 12, 2019
Commissioning isn’t a new concept. The term actually dates back to shipbuilding; a commissioned ship is one that’s deemed ready for service. However, a ship must pass several milestones before setting sail. The equipment has to be installed and tested, problems need to be identified and corrected and the crew is extensively trained. Similar to ships, buildings undergo the same functional testing before occupancy.
BD+C
FEBRUARY 14, 2019
Today, the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC), the creators of the LEED green building rating system, announced the annual Top 10 Countries and Regions for LEED, outside of the U.S. Mainland China topped the list with more than 68 million gross square meters. The list recognizes markets that are using LEED to create healthier spaces for people, as well as use less energy and water, reduce carbon emissions and save money for families and businesses.
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BD+C
FEBRUARY 15, 2019
Last November, theMART in Chicago, whose 4.2 million gross sf over 25 stories make it the world’s biggest commercial building and design center, became the largest to earn a Fitwel 2-Star wellness rating, and the first to be measured under Fitwel’s Multi-Tenant Whole Building Scorecard for workplaces. The Center for Active Design, which launched its Fitwel wellness certification program in May 2016, developed the scorecard based on the interest of Vornado Realty Trust, theMART’s owner and manage
BD+C
FEBRUARY 14, 2019
EMD Serono, an affiliate of Merck, the Germany-based pharmaceutical giant, is investing another $70 million to double the size of its research and development facility in Billerica, Mass., which opened in February 2011. The 145,000-sf expansion on 47 acres is expected to break ground in the second quarter of this year, and be completed by the second quarter of 2021.
BD+C
FEBRUARY 13, 2019
The Eastside Memorial Early College High School and International High School, designed by Perkins+Will, will offer a STEM-focused curriculum that will provide specialized education for students with little to no proficiency in the English language.
BD+C
FEBRUARY 12, 2019
The annual Giants 300 Report ranks the top AEC firms in commercial construction, by revenue. You’ll want to be sure your firm is on the Giants 300 list, as potential clients look to these rankings for prospective firms to design and construct their future projects. Giants 300 results will be published in the July 2019 issue of Building Design+Construction magazine. . .
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
FEBRUARY 14, 2019
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) recently published the first global Building Information Modeling (BIM) standards.
BD+C
FEBRUARY 15, 2019
Mercedes-Benz Stadium, site of Super Bowl LIII, was designed to capture enormous amounts of storm water runoff. Home to the NFL’s Atlanta Falcons and Major League Soccer’s Atlanta United FC, the facility opened in August 2017 as North America’s first LEED platinum stadium. The project accumulated 88 out of a maximum 100 points, the highest LEED rating ever for a sports facility.
BD+C
FEBRUARY 14, 2019
Amazon has informed New York that it is pulling out of its plans to build a corporate campus in Long Island City in the borough of Queens, N.Y., a project that promised billions of dollars in investment and at least 25,000 high-paying jobs.
BD+C
FEBRUARY 10, 2019
Sometime in the next few months, the City of Chicago will announce the winner, from five high-profile finalists, of a design competition for the $8.5 billion expansion of O’Hare International Airport. The expansion’s centerpiece is a new global terminal that combines international and domestic flights within a single 2.25-million-sf building that replaces the antiquated Terminal 2, and makes connections easier for passengers coming into Terminals 1 and 3 (United’s and American Airlines’ hubs, re
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