BD+C
FEBRUARY 17, 2017
According to the Council on Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat (CTBUH), 2016 was a record-shattering year: 128 buildings of 200 meters in height or greater were completed around the world, and of those, 10 are super tall towers of 300 meters or greater. These numbers are predicted to grow steadily into 2017 and beyond.
Life of an Architect
FEBRUARY 12, 2017
Today is a horn tootin’ sort of day … the sort of day that has been 25 years in the making – although, if I am being honest, the possibility of this day didn’t show up on my radar screen until about I was about 32 years old. In fact, I even talked about this particular day almost 7 years ago in a post titled “ The Importance of Setting Goals “ The acronym “A.I.A.” stands for the American Institute of Architects , a professional organization for architects tha
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EntreArchitect
FEBRUARY 14, 2017
. How To Transition from CAD to BIM. It may be one of the biggest decisions an experienced small firm architect will make; to BIM or not to BIM? I have shared on this topic before over at the podcast , but times have changed. Today, I think that question is no longer valid. The decision is no longer whether or not to transition, but how to transition.
Architecture Tourist
FEBRUARY 12, 2017
I'll be dog if they didn't tear it down the very next day. It was at 2348 Hosea Williams where Second Avenue crosses Hosea - a forlorn corner that's coming back. I've been passing here for more than 15 years but something struck me on February 2nd. I drove two blocks past it and thought: "Better go back and take a picture." Dekalb County property tax records say it was built in 1910.
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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 15, 2017
As the demand for energy-efficient building products increases, metal roofs are being praised for their long-term cost-cutting potential. Although solar-reflective coatings for roofs have been instrumental in reducing energy costs, a study funded by the U.S. Department of Energy and conducted by the Oak Ridge National Laboratory highlights another reason why metal roofs promote energy efficiency.
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BD+C
FEBRUARY 17, 2017
A mixed-use tower currently under construction in Beijing’s Lize Financial Business District will be notable not for its two twisting sections, but for what unites these sections: a 190-meter tall atrium that rises almost the full height of the building. The atrium will surpass the 180-meter tall atrium found in the Burj Al Arab hotel in Dubai as the world’s tallest.
BD+C
FEBRUARY 16, 2017
The process of anticipating what the future will hold and then designing and developing methods to minimize the effects of future events is known as future-proofing. Gensler’s 2017 Design Forecast deals with this concept and how the firm is implementing design strategies to create functional spaces for the future.
BD+C
FEBRUARY 15, 2017
Thanks to innovative design and the use of Solarban ® 70XL glass by Vitro Architectural Glass (formerly PPG Glass), the architects for Bob Evans Farms’ corporate headquarters were able to incorporate those features and more into a modern structure that venerates the company’s rural heritage.
BD+C
FEBRUARY 15, 2017
A 20-sm hotel room does not provide the biggest canvas to try and create a unique and luxurious experience for guests, but that is all the space Morphosis had when redesigning a series of rooms for the House of Architects at 7132 Hotel in Vals, Switzerland.
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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 13, 2017
The Eiffel Tower is one of the most famous architectural structures in the entire world. It is also one of the most visited tourist attractions in the world. Unfortunately, due to the harsh realities of today’s world, increased security measures are found at just about all of the world’s most famous tourist attractions, not only making them less accessible, but also adding unsightly walls, metal detectors, and metal fences.
BD+C
FEBRUARY 13, 2017
A 400-acre site on the outskirts of Denver will be home to a mixed-use neighborhood heralded as one of the most innovative neighborhoods in development in the United States. Peña Station Next will act as a test lab for a multitude of new technology including transparent TVs, advancements in smart kitchen technology, and an intelligent bus stop with self-driving buses.
BD+C
FEBRUARY 17, 2017
The second edition of the Metal Building Manufacturers Association's (MBMA) Energy Design Guide for Metal Building Systems, Second Edition, is now available.
BD+C
FEBRUARY 13, 2017
Is your architecture, engineering, or construction firm interested in selling its services? Or is it looking to solve clients’ biggest problems? If you answered the latter, then you understand that knowing your clients’ perspective is critical in building a reputation that generates referrals. In fact, our research indicates that a significant number of referrals are driven by a company’s general reputation.
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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, 2017
New research has added fuel to the notion that working in a green-certified building improves productivity, job performance, and occupant well-being.
BD+C
FEBRUARY 15, 2017
The ubiquitous open office layout is “about to get a major makeover” that will emphasize coworking, personal development, and a reimaging of the workplace—including the role of the built environment and technology—with an eye toward putting workers first.
BD+C
FEBRUARY 16, 2017
Bjarke Ingels Group’s proposal for a new 17,500-sm building for the S.Pellegrino Flagship Factory has been selected by the Italian water company as the winner of its invited competition and will be moving forward with construction. MVRDV was the other finalist for the competition curated by Studio Molinari in October 2016.
BD+C
FEBRUARY 15, 2017
A new metamaterial developed by a team of engineers at the University of Colorado Boulder has the ability to passively cool objects, even under direct sunlight. The new material is a glass-polymer hybrid that measures 50 micrometers thick and reflects incoming solar energy while simultaneously allowing the surface it is applied to shed heat in the form of infrared thermal radiation, CU Boulder Today reports.
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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 14, 2017
The National Council of Architectural Registration Boards (NCARB) has launched the first phase of its revised certification path for architects without a degree from a program accredited by the National Architectural Accrediting Board (NAAB). The NCARB Certificate facilitates reciprocal licensure among the 54 U.S. jurisdictions and several countries.
BD+C
FEBRUARY 16, 2017
The term computational designer has garnered considerable attention from both recruiters and job applicants in recent years. We can read this as an interesting indicator that design organizations are actively looking at new skillsets to evolve their process. However, for all the hype around this new role, there appears to be very little industry consensus as to what a ‘computational design’ position actually means in a business setting.
BD+C
FEBRUARY 16, 2017
In 2002, the pavilion in Staten Island’s Conference House Park, which is located in an area that makes it very prone to storm damage, was rebuilt as part of a $14 million park renovation project. But not even 10 years later, in 2011, the pavilion was closed due to weather damage to the roof and deck that forced the city to deem the structure unsafe for the public.
BD+C
FEBRUARY 16, 2017
Grumman/Butkus Associates, a firm of energy efficiency consultants and sustainable design engineers, recently released the results of its 2016 Hospital Energy and Water Benchmarking Survey, focusing on healthcare facilities’ resource usage trends and costs for calendar year 2015.
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, 2017
BRE and the International WELL Building Institute recently published a briefing paper that outlines how Certified BREEAM credits may be used to demonstrate compliance with the WELL Building Standard post-occupation.
BD+C
FEBRUARY 13, 2017
The California Building Standards Commission recently approved emergency regulations enhancing the California Building Code (CBC) balcony and walking surface construction requirements.
BD+C
FEBRUARY 16, 2017
Hem Gupta, founder of Environmental Systems Design (also known as ESD), died on February 10 at the age of 85. The family did not disclose the cause of death. A native of India, Gupta received his Masters degree in mechanical engineering from the University of Illinois. In 1954, he began his professional career at Skidmore Owings & Merrill. Gupta also worked for Epstein, and was Perkins + Will’s chief engineer when he launched his own firm, EDS, in 1967.
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