BD+C
AUGUST 4, 2017
Lego Lunch, a planned fast food restaurant for Siauliai, Lithuania, will be built using recycled shipping containers to create a modular and replicable structure. Each module is independent, can be easily reproduced, and has a specific function attached to it, which helps to reduce costs. The building faces south to take advantage of the natural light and heat provided by the sun.
EntreArchitect
AUGUST 1, 2017
This is a guest post written by Steve L. Wintner, AIA, Emeritus , an architecture management consultant and co-author of the book, Financial Management for Design Professionals: The Path to Profitability. To learn more about Steve, his firm Management Consulting Services or to dive deeper into the subject that Steve is sharing with us here at EntreArchitect, visit his website at ManagementConsultingServices.com.
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A Detroit Architect's Journal
AUGUST 1, 2017
Photo credit: Rob Saxon Walking along Larned to work each day, I make it a point to gaze up. Towering over morning commuters is a skybridge that connects two of Detroit's most iconic skyscrapers: The Art Deco style Guarding Building and the International style One Woodward. The bridge's sleekly polished metal panels and rounded corners pays no respect to either style.
Architecture Tourist
AUGUST 1, 2017
I call it the Octane Coffee District and I have a secret parking spot when it's busy over there. I take 8th street down from the Marietta Street ridge and park on Fiedler Avenue next to this nondescript little church building. (Note to self: Didn't I just blog a Neel Reid Mansion ?) Last week I peeked inside. In the Brady-10th-Northside triangle of flattop warehouses this little gabled shotgun with stained glass is the "difference" that I often find irresistible.
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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
AUGUST 2, 2017
After 11 years of designing medical-surgical nursing units, I recently had the opportunity to spend a day observing one nurse through most of a shift. Don’t get me wrong, I had a solid grasp of the fundamentals of the typical nursing routine, thanks to years of learning from experienced colleagues and user-group meetings. But in eight hours of direct observation, I saw and learned things that had never come up in past conversations.
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BD+C
AUGUST 1, 2017
In late July, Animal Emergency & Referral Center (AERC) in Minnesota held a grand reopening of its facility in Oakdale, Minn., which underwent a $4.5 million, 17,000-sf expansion that included the installation of medical equipment that is equal to, and sometimes better than, equipment found in medical centers that treat human patients.
BD+C
AUGUST 1, 2017
Oracle Corporation’s Redwood Shores Headquarters is in the process of receiving a new addition the likes of which a tech company campus has never seen before; a high school.
BD+C
JULY 31, 2017
At some point in our lives, many of us will have to make a difficult decision regarding the long-term care of a spouse or parent. Someone may even have to make this decision for us one day. When a family member can no longer be cared for in their current home, they require specialized care that is only available in a long-term care center. These facilities are outfitted with the care providers, the skilled personnel, the equipment, and the appropriately “designed” environment suited to the frail
BD+C
AUGUST 3, 2017
A redevelopment plan in the Dutch city of Eindhoven will combine new construction with renovated existing buildings to create a 29,000-sm mixed-use community. The project, which was awarded to MVRDV and SDK Vastgoed after their submission won the project’s design competition, will consist of 240 new homes, 1,700 sm of commercial space, 270 sm of urban farming space, and underground parking.
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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
JULY 31, 2017
Common’s first co-living entry in Chicago opened on July 16 with Common Damen, a three-unit, 12-bedroom residence. The new construction provides 6,050 sf of living space. Each of the 12 furnished, move-in ready bedrooms connects to an open-concept living room furnished with sofas by Interior Define. A kitchen, dining space, and in-unit laundry are also included. .
BD+C
AUGUST 3, 2017
For SMMA, an important part of our "day to day" is the investigation of emerging technologies and how they might be able to help us as designers. While virtual reality has been around for nearly 30 years, only recently have we been able to seamlessly and cost-effectively translate it to real value for our clients. Capitalizing on the sense of presence and scale the technology offers, SMMA has used VR as an effective means of building consensus among key stakeholders.
BD+C
AUGUST 1, 2017
Three years ago, StuartCo, BKV Group and Kraus-Anderson joined forces to bring a new kind of residential building to Edina, MN. Located on the site of the first enclosed climate-controlled mall in the country, the high-end apartment building, One Southdale Place, was envisioned with luxury in mind. The team wanted to offer residents the best of both worlds – a suburban-meets-urban experience – where nature and close-knit communities blend with art, culture and plenty of city flavor. .
BD+C
AUGUST 1, 2017
When completed, 111 West 57 th Street will tower over New York City’s Central Park. At a height of 1,421 feet and a height-to-width ratio of 24:1, the SHoP Architects-designed residential building will hold the title of world’s skinniest skyscraper. However, it may no longer be a matter of when the tower is completed, but if it is completed. After rising just 20 stories, construction on 111 West 57 th Street has ground to a halt due to ballooning costs.
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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
AUGUST 1, 2017
Corporate values are having a moment. A few months ago during this year’s Super Bowl, more than one commercial highlighting company principles or beliefs was featured: 84 Lumber’s CEO noted its values-driven ad was specifically designed to attract young workers to the company.
BD+C
AUGUST 2, 2017
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration will release a web-based injury and illness reporting form on Aug. 1. Employers will be able to use the Injury Tracking Application to submit information from their completed 2016 OSHA Form 300As. This will be mandated by the agency's new electronic recordkeeping requirements later this year.
BD+C
JULY 31, 2017
Real gross domestic product (GDP) expanded by 2.6% on a seasonally adjusted annualized basis during the year’s second quarter, according to Associated Builders and Contractors’ analysis of data released today by the Bureau of Economic Analysis. Nonresidential fixed investment, a category of GDP embodying nonresidential construction activity, expanded at a 5.2% seasonally adjusted annual rate.
BD+C
AUGUST 2, 2017
In the build and design world, ergonomics refers to adapting the work environment itself in the name of safety and productivity. Although OSHA doesn’t have an ergonomics standard, the construction world has long focused on the principles of ergonomics for safety and worker comfort in the form of tool design, braces, harnesses and lifting processes. Recently, the industry is seeing technology take the initiative to become more ergonomically focused in terms of how things are seen and visualized.
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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.
BD+C
AUGUST 1, 2017
Education is one of the vital cornerstones of our society, providing the foundation young people all across the country need in order to flourish in their professional and personal lives. The facilities in which our children learn provide formative experiences that heavily influence their success and view of the world. Schools all across the country are getting older and becoming less conducive to providing a positive teaching environment.
BD+C
AUGUST 4, 2017
One of my negotiation training clients asked me for help in getting ready for a job interview and how to position herself to negotiate the best compensation offer. We talked for a bit about the company she was interviewing with. I quickly learned that she knew exactly what she wanted and had prepared her speech in preparation to get the offer that she wanted.
BD+C
AUGUST 3, 2017
Ready in time for the coming school year, the new home for the School of Communication and Media at Montclair State University has been designed to evolve with today’s mutable newsroom and media landscape.
BD+C
AUGUST 1, 2017
Three years ago, StuartCo, BKV Group and Kraus-Anderson joined forces to bring a new kind of residential building to Edina, MN. Located on the site of the first enclosed climate-controlled mall in the country, the high-end apartment building, One Southdale Place, was envisioned with luxury in mind. The team wanted to offer residents the best of both worlds – a suburban-meets-urban experience – where nature and close-knit communities blend with art, culture and plenty of city flavor. .
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
JULY 31, 2017
5 Garret Mountain Plaza, a New Jersey office building located at a four-way interchange of I-80, is set to undergo a substantial renovation that will offer a blank canvas for companies seeking technologically advanced office space and amenities. The 101,880-sf building is approaching the renovations with a “live-work-play” mentality. The renovations will include a full-service café, fitness center, conference center, and rooftop deck.
BD+C
AUGUST 4, 2017
ConstructConnect announced today the release of its Q3 2017 Forecast Quarterly Report. The U.S. grand total construction starts growth projection for 2017 over 2016 in ConstructConnect’s Q3 report has been revised down slightly to +4.5% from +4.8%. 2018 remains about the same at +5.9% year over year (y/y). Earlier, it had been estimated at +6.0%.
BD+C
AUGUST 2, 2017
Since bidding adieu to the minor league Newark Bears baseball team in 2013, Bears Stadium has been left vacant. The 6,200-seat stadium sits on eight acres adjacent to the waterfront and a short walk away from NJ Transit’s Broad Street station, which is accessible to Midtown Manhattan in 18 minutes.
BD+C
AUGUST 1, 2017
Zoning restrictions are making the construction of housing more difficult, and that is driving up the cost of housing in many cities. What’s more, that effect is having an impact beyond the construction industry, according to a study by two economists, Chang-Tai Hsieh of the University of Chicago and Enrico Moretti of the University of California at Berkeley.
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