BD+C
FEBRUARY 28, 2018
Located 6,000 feet above sea level on a nunatak just 10 miles from the summit of the tallest mountain in North America, the Sheldon Chalet is Denail National Park’s first and only luxury hotel. The chalet is located in the Don Sheldon Amphitheater, a natural valley carved by the ice of the Ruth Glacier and named after a famous Alaskan bush pilot and the man behind the Sheldon Chalet.
Archmark
FEBRUARY 28, 2018
Brand Boost for Architects Four Steps to Refresh Your Brand How to Transform Your Architectural Firm’s Brand Branding for architects represents some of the biggest challenges in marketing. But when you get the branding right for your architecture firm, you can drive lasting success and engage more of your ideal clients and team members. While reviewing the branding and websites of more than 400 Florida AIA-member firms over the last few years, we have noticed that they quickly blur together.
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EntreArchitect
FEBRUARY 27, 2018
. The following is a compilation of my professional practice lecture on the last day of class. Instead of recapping the course or giving a final exam, I share with my students a presentation titled Advice as You Finish School and Start to Practice. I present a series of statements followed up with a brief explanation. Advice as You Finish School and Start to Practice… 1.
BD+C
FEBRUARY 27, 2018
Selfies. Photo-ops. Instagram walls. We’ve all heard of these moments and have been on the lookout for opportunities in our everyday experiences. As our lives become more digitally connected with social media apps such as Instagram, Snapchat, and Facebook, there is not a moment we spend uninterrupted by the desire to post something unique or exciting.
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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 26, 2018
Shorter research and development (R&D) timelines, ongoing cost pressures and sudden shifts in research priorities are driving new trends in lab design and location. Flexible space and access to talent are the keys to agile R&D, according to a new report from JLL, Journey to the next gen lab. .
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BD+C
MARCH 1, 2018
Designed by sculptor and public artist Brian Tolle, the Irish Hunger Memorial is devoted to honor the Great Irish Hunger and Migration of 1845 to 1852. Visitors to the site are taken on a winding path through a rural Irish landscape planted with native Irish plants and stones imported from each of Ireland’s 32 counties. The paths culminate 25 feet above street level with views of the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island.
BD+C
FEBRUARY 27, 2018
A cost/benefit analysis by clean energy advisory and venture capital firm Capital E suggests that implementing smart surface solutions in major cities would have multiple resilience and health benefits as well as save money. Smart surfaces include green roofs, solar panels, permeable pavement, and reflective pavement. The report, “Delivering Urban Resilience,” focused on three cities: El Paso, Texas, Philadelphia, and Washington, DC.
BD+C
MARCH 1, 2018
Nearly three fifths of respondents to recent poll of 800 small businesses operating in 17 sectors plan to invest this year in technologies that would improve their companies’ productivity. Nearly half intend to invest in mobile technologies that could help them increase market share or cement customer relationships. And close to half of those polled say they’ll invest this year in cybersecurity tools to protect their data.
BD+C
FEBRUARY 28, 2018
Fraud, cyber attacks, and security risks continue to plague the construction, engineering and infrastructure sector at high levels, according to senior corporate executives surveyed worldwide for the 2017/18 Kroll Annual Global Fraud & Risk Report. The survey by the risk solutions provider found that 83% of respondents experienced at least one fraud incident in 2017.
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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
MARCH 1, 2018
On Feb. 27, Macy’s announced via a press release it will be selling the 8 th through the 14 th floors of its flagship State Street store in Chicago to a private real estate fund sponsored by Brookfield Asset Management. Brookfield intends to convert the floors into office space.
BD+C
FEBRUARY 27, 2018
Following back-to-back sold-out events in 2016 and 2017, the editors of Building Design+Construction , along with 38 AEC women leaders who are advisors for the conference, are now accepting speaker proposals for the 2018 Women in Design+Construction conference (WiDC). . The 2.5-day event will take place November 7-9, 2018, at the Westin Mission Hills Golf Resort & Spa, Rancho Mirage, Calif.
BD+C
MARCH 2, 2018
It bears repeating that project accounting—the practice of accounting on a project-by-project basis—will give you transformative information about your company. With it, you’ll understand why and how your projects are succeeding (or floundering), and what you can do to ensure they stay on the right track. There are different types of data you need to collect and synthesize to uncover these insights.
BD+C
FEBRUARY 28, 2018
Much like Doctor Who’s TARDIS , the toolbox for design just got a lot bigger on the inside. What was once relegated to testing labs, tinkerer’s garages, and a relatively small segment of the gaming industry has now exploded onto the landscape of everyday tech with the promise to change practice in everything from product design to education to entertainment to architectural design.
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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 26, 2018
Strengthening energy efficiency standards by an achievable 15% would reduce heart attacks, respiratory disease, asthma attacks, and premature death, according to a new study by the American Council for an Energy Efficiency Economy (ACEEE). More energy efficient buildings and transportation would reduce emissions of nitrogen oxides by 18% and sulfur dioxide by 23%.
Archmark
FEBRUARY 28, 2018
Attract Better Projects with a Digital-First Branding Strategy Use a Digital-Focused Strategy for Your Architecture Firm Digital transformation is changing how professional services firms are engaging with potential clients. Just as architects and designers have adopted technologies to improve day-to-day work, it's also time to embrace digital technologies for marketing and business development.
Archmark
FEBRUARY 27, 2018
The Architect's Guide to Effective Branding 7 Steps for Architecture Firm Branding Branding for architects isn’t just about having a beautifully designed logo. In fact, when it comes to promoting your architecture firm, a distinctive brand is fundamental to communicating what makes your firm unique and different. In our experience branding and rebranding architecture firms , construction companies, and home service providers over the past ten years, we have developed a strategic process that mak
Archmark
FEBRUARY 27, 2018
How Architects Can Improve Their SEO Position Optimize Your SEO and Get Found Online — Bryon McCartney, Chief Creative Strategist, Archmark 1. Build Out Your Landing Pages 2. Start and Keep a Blog One of the best ways to expand your landing pages is to start a blog. This can potentially be a never-ending stream of fresh content to improve your SEO position.
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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
FEBRUARY 28, 2018
As baby boomers seek to downsize from large homes, developers are increasingly designing apartments specifically for this demographic.
BD+C
MARCH 2, 2018
Nonresidential construction spending fell 0.1% on a monthly basis in January 2018, while year-over-year spending increased, according to an Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) analysis of U.S. Census Bureau data released March 1. Nonresidential January spending totaled $732.9 billion on a seasonally adjusted annual rate, adding up to a 2.4% increase year over year. .
BD+C
MARCH 2, 2018
oday, branding is everywhere. If you ask Google, you can find all kinds of pithy quotes about what branding is or what a good brand does. To me, branding is a series of elements that make people associate an emotion with an entity. Think of Amazon, Volkswagen, Lululemon, or W Hotels. Now, think of what type of office space those companies might have.
BD+C
MARCH 2, 2018
NUDURA ICF has demonstrated its versatility and sustainability in the building of this Gothic style church. St. Peter's Anglican Church in Tallahassee, Florida which was completed in June 2014 in only 20 months at a cost of $9.2 million. The challenge was to mirror the style of a historic place of worship while using modern technologies which comply with today's codes of practice.
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 28, 2018
Two years as a member of the HDR operations design team has allowed me to observe how our healthcare clients are scratching their heads every day to design the best dashboard metric as an indicator of operational efficiency across the board, regardless of specialty or provider. .
BD+C
FEBRUARY 26, 2018
ommunity engagement is a vital part of any brownfield program. Not only is it a requirement in the grant work plan but it is an important part of our Stantec mission to put people first.
BD+C
FEBRUARY 26, 2018
A design team consisting of Michael Van Valkenburgh Associates, Cooper Robertson, and James Carpenter Design Associates with Trivers Associates and Haley Sharpe Design won the international competition for the opportunity to expand and renovate the Eero Saarinen-designed Gateway Arch Museum in St. Louis.
BD+C
FEBRUARY 27, 2018
The American Institute of Architects (AIA) has produced the first-ever .
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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!
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