Sat.Mar 04, 2017 - Fri.Mar 10, 2017

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School branding: The impact on identity and engagement

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At the heart of school design is campus identity. Various levels of identity and branding can be applied to a school campus and they run the gamut from the development of logo, school colors, and mascot to a complete identity manual.

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Confessions Of A Recovering Procrastinator

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I think it’s genetic… the DNA of every architect includes the sequencing chemistry for our procrastination. We start too late, we prefer the alternative and we push our limits up against every deadline, hoping to squeeze out every last bit of creative energy. Do you procrastinate? I know you do… you’re an architect. I too am a recovering procrastinator, but several years ago I developed a process to overcome my natural tendencies to delay.

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Architectural Graphics 101 – Layers

Life of an Architect

Just for the record, writing a post on AutoCAD layers, pen weights, line types, and pen colors, is almost the last thing on my list of things I want to be doing. First and foremost, I do not consider myself a particularly gifted technology-focused person – compared to some of the people I know, I am barely mediocre when I am at my best. That, coupled with my beliefs on perception is reality and that you dress for the role you want, I don’t want my primary responsibility to be “

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'Reality modeling' arrives

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Has “reality modeling” gone mainstream? Greg Bentley, CEO of Bentley Systems, thinks so. Speaking at the Year in Infrastructure Conference in London last November, Bentley presented his case that more projects are benefiting from geometrically accurate 3D models created by stitching together captured images using software like his company’s ContextCapture.

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Architectural Visualization Trends and the Rise of AI

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?

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The future of education facilities: Creating spaces where learning happens everywhere

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The future of learning environments starts with the teacher. They are the facilitators to their students’ education, the curators of learning, and they play a crucial role in the next generation’s growth. Teachers are at the front line of education innovation, and they are well aware that the physical environment can make or break creativity and innovation.

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These are the 10 most expensive cities in the world to build in

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The recently released International Construction Costs report, published by Arcadis, details the relative cost of building in 44 of the world’s major cities across 13 building types. As part of the report, the top 10 most expensive cities in the world to build in are outlined, and a U.S. city is at the top of the list. New York led the way among all cities for construction costs, according to the report.

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5 reasons why Millennials are great for the construction industry

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Much has been written about Millennials and how they differ from previous generations in their approach to work–and careers in general. Indeed, we see Millennials often unfairly saddled with the dubious reputation for being entitled, disloyal, self-centered or optimistic go-getters, but it turns out that they are actually not that different from their older work colleagues.

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Five facets of successful retail that further social connection

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At our core, we’re creatures of the edge. We live among the trees. We look out over the savannah for opportunity. We have a desire for the unexpected, for discovery. It’s deep within us. The more interaction we have with the predictable elements of our society, such as digital screens, the more desire we have to flirt with the edge.

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Demolished Frank Lloyd Wright buildings get new life with photorealistic renderings

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Defending Frank Lloyd Wright buildings from demolition has become a popular subgenre of preserving historic buildings. In the recent past, the Frank Lloyd Wright Revival Initiative has been hard at work defending some of Wright’s structures from being reduced to piles of rubble and attempting to get others that were already demolished rebuilt.

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From Plan to Reality: Unlocking the Power of Aerial Imagery for AEC

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

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Pop-out balcony is a breath of fresh air for stuffy hotel rooms and apartments

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Humans have a fascination with things that transform. Today, our laptops can become tablets with a flick of the wrist. At the turn of the 21st century, pants that zipped off into shorts were (for some reason) everywhere. Go back further to the late 1980s and kids were looking just a little bit harder at that Pontiac Trans Am or Volkswagen Beetle driving by, hoping to catch a glimpse of a few robots in disguise.

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St. Patrick’s Cathedral in NYC launches new geothermal plant

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As part of the effort to adapt St Patrick’s Cathedral in New York to the structural and environmental standards required of the 21st century, the building has been integrated with a state-of-the-art geothermal plant. The new plant allows the cathedral and adjoining buildings to regulate temperature with increased efficiency and a reduction in CO2 emissions.

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Watch Frank Lloyd Wright and Buckminster Fuller discuss architecture in animated video shorts

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Whether you agree with Frank Lloyd Wright’s definition of good architecture or not, the late architect was never anything less than resolute and unswerving in his convictions. If ever you needed evidence of this, look no further than PBS Digital and Quoted Studios’ Blank on Blank animated short featuring excerpts from an interview between Wright and Mike Wallace in 1957.

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Massive mixed-use residential village on USC’s Los Angeles campus on schedule to open this fall

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This month, work crews began moving furniture, fixtures and equipment into USC Village, the biggest development project in the history of South Los Angeles, which is on schedule to be ready for the fall semester at the University of Southern California’s University Park campus.

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7 Ways Real-Time Visualization Can Solve Architectural Challenges

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.

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The new normal: designing for climate resilience

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There is no greater force than the force of nature, and there is no clock more relentless than the rhythm of our seasons. More than 70 percent of the world’s population is expected to live in cities by 2050. And people like to live by the water. Our coastal cities, often our densest cities, are facing climate change impacts first. Florida residents are already feeling the effects of glacial melting and rising sea levels.

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Canada’s national building codes will encompass effects of climate change

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The National Research Council (NRC), which devises model codes for building, energy, plumbing and fire, has previously based code writing on historical data. The council now wants to incorporate the latest research on the effects of climate change and take into account innovation and new products that can help construct buildings better able to adapt to changing conditions.

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Altered reality showdown

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Th is town ain’t big enough for the both of us. It’s a trope that stirs up images of two rough, tough cowboys on opposite sides of the law squaring off in a small tinderbox of a town. Only one cowpoke will be left standing, sometimes leaving the town itself in fuliginous ruin. Nowadays, the saying might apply more readily to head-to-head battles between Uber and Lyft, iPhone and Galaxy, DC and Marvel—or, in this case, virtual reality and its new challenger, mixed reality, with the AEC industry a

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Prefabrication's predicament: It's much harder than it looks

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Trade labor shortages. Thinner margins. Tighter schedules. Quality control issues. Weather events. Increased complexity. Safety concerns. There is a laundry list of reasons why general contractors, construction managers, and subcontractors should be jumping in with both feet to adopt prefabrication on projects.

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Concrete Waterproofing: The Next Step to a More Resilient Design

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.

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Large creative office projects generate staggering returns for property investors

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Transwestern has released a report examining a number of creative office projects that have generated substantial returns for investors upon completion. The adaptive reuse developments span Boston, Chicago, Los Angeles, New York, Phoenix, San Francisco, and Austin, Texas. The report also highlights 20 additional large creative office projects currently underway across the country.

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The construction of the Atlanta Braves’ new stadium, in 1 minute

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The opening of SunTrust Park, the Atlanta Braves’ new $622 million, 41,500-seat stadium, is only 35 days away from opening day of the Major League Baseball season.

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ConsensusDocs updates standard short contract editions

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ConsensusDocs , a coalition of 40 design and construction industry associations, recently published two updated short form agreements. The ConsensusDocs 235 Owner & Constructor Short Form Agreement (Cost of Work), and the ConsensusDocs 245 Owner & Design Professional Short Form Agreement are part of a comprehensive five-year update cycle to the general contracting series, which were released in December 2016.

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An oval defines the Frank Gehry-designed Pierre Boulez Saal concert hall

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It may not be as flashy as the Walt Disney Concert Hall Frank Gehry designed in Los Angeles, but the recently opened Pierre Boulez Saal concert hall in Berlin still brings a unique aesthetic and experience to the 682 listeners that can attend a concert there.

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Sustainable Architecture: Design Green with the Client in Mind

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.

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WiredScore forms Connectivity Advisory Committee

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WiredScore recently formed WiredScore Connectivity Advisory Committee , a 10-person board composed of real estate, technology, and telecommunications experts. The committee will provide guidance on emerging trends and technologies in building connectivity. WiredScore has developed the Wired Certification standard that evaluates and distinguishes best-in-class internet connectivity in commercial buildings.

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Building success with NUDURA Insulated Building Technology

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September 2010 marked the grand opening for Richardsville Elementary, the First Net-Zero Insulated Concrete Form School in the U.S. Warren County School district, the school board responsible for Richardsville, has been building energy efficient schools that are being recognized for their innovation across the United States.

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Do's and don'ts for operating drones

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In January, Skypan International, an aerial photography company, agreed to pay $200,000 to settle FAA allegations that it flew 65 illegal drone flights above New York and Chicago from 2012 to 2014. Even though the FAA has broadened its parameters for operating drones, Garrett Hurley, whose firm, SD Aerial Media, San Diego, has shot footage on construction sites using drones, is convinced that 85-90% of drone operators aren’t FAA certified under the agency’s Part 107 rules or aren’t covered (as h

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New guide examines multifamily high-performance ventilation

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A new guide published by the U.S. Department of Energy focuses on high-performance ventilation on new multifamily construction.

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Report: Optimism for Construction Growth in the Next Year Remains High

Research reveals 96% of respondents are very or fairly optimistic about their organization’s growth prospects for the next year. The InEight Global Capital Projects Outlook also finds over half see digital technology as the greatest growth opportunity. But these are only some of the findings. Don't be kept in the dark when it comes to the future. Read the report today!