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Healthcare and the reality of artificial intelligence

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“Hospitals of the future” has been the hot topic of conversation around the proverbial office watercooler. My two cent contribution to these conversations usually comes in the form of my assertion that the pragmatics of healthcare architecture can sometimes hold us back from truly imaging what the future of healthcare architecture could be.

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Behind The Design 004: Titan Two by F9 Productions

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Project Name. Titan Two. Project Location. Longmont, Colorado. Firm Name. F9 Productions. Architect’s Name. Alex Gore and Lance Cayko. Consultants. Front Range Structural Engineering. Firm Address. 703 3rd Ave. Suite 101, Longmont, CO. Website URL. f9productions.com. Instagram Account. @f9productions. Photography Credit. Josh Kern. What was the marketing strategy behind acquiring this project?

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5 Ideas to Attract Architecture Clients

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Seeking New Clients for Your Architecture Firm? Marketing Ideas to Help Attract New Clients. Where will your next architecture project come from? That’s one of the questions architects tell us keeps them awake at night. Even when they think the leads are coming in — maybe a referral from a past client or a repeat client back for more — many architects know the fear that those projects won’t be ideal; but bills have to be paid, so those will be the right projects for right now.

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Sketching – Episode 0003

Life of an Architect

Sketching is a hot topic regardless of the people having the discussion, but I have learned over the last nine years of writing this site that sketching is one of the more hotly contested topics. While few architects would dispute the value in sketching, HOW that sketch is generated seems to fall into camps of individuals: Team Analog versus Team Digital and I don’t think anyone would be surprised to learn that the age of the individual seems to decide (more times than not, but not a guara

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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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Fungus may be the key to colonizing mars

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The thought of colonizing Mars has science fiction aficionados, scientists, and billionaire entrepreneurs staring up at the night sky with renewed wonder and inspiration. But the key to achieving the lofty goal of colonizing and building extensively on a new planet may not exist out among the stars, but under our feet right here on Earth.

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Why school architects must understand how students learn

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One of the most important milestones in a child’s life is learning to ride a bike. It’s a skill that, once acquired, is never forgotten. It doesn’t take a classroom lecture on technique, balance, and physics. It takes good old-fashioned trial and error. In other words, “practice.”.

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5 ways design is transforming behavioral healthcare

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Today, more than 40 million American adults suffer from a mental-health condition, and half of all chronic mental illness begins by the age of 14. Despite these overwhelming statistics, the negative stigmas associated with mental illness, combined with a scarcity of clinicians and facilities, resulted in over half of those with behavioral health conditions forgoing treatment last year. .

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Student housing vs. multifamily housing—what are the differences?

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ulti-family housing and student housing have many similarities. Not only do they share many of the same building methods and construction types, but design team members skilled in multi-family housing often adjust well to student housing.

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Work, park, live: Inside Cincinnati’s parking garage turned lifestyle hotel

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It doesn’t look like much from the outside. But as they say, you can’t always judge a book by its cover. . And more interesting design flashes take over inside The Summit, A Dolce Hotel, featuring a 5,743-sf art gallery and an 11,600-sf rooftop terrace and garden space, which leads into a 4,750-sf ballroom that’s one of 19 meeting and banquet areas. .

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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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Construction material prices increase steadily in June

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According to an Associated Builders and Contractors analysis of U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data released today, construction material prices rose another 0.8% in June and are 9.6% higher than they were at the same time one year ago. June represents the latest month associated with rapidly rising construction input prices. Nonresidential construction materials prices effectively mirrored overall construction prices by rising 0.9% on a month-over-month basis and 9.8% on a year-over-year basis

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Sac State’s new science complex and planetarium nears completion

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California State University, Sacramento’s (Sac State) new 96,631-sf Ernest E. Tschannen Science Complex recently had its ceremonial topping out event. The five-story complex on the banks of the American River will feature an energy-efficient design and abundant natural light with laboratory space for the College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics.

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AEC marketing fundamentals can still have a role in winning new business

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Much of what we write at Hinge focuses on the most effective marketing tactics for professional service firms, offline and online. For example, content marketing, websites, analytics and speaking engagements are some of the most powerful implements in today’s marketing toolbox. But, it’s important to recognize that many tried-and-true AEC marketing fundamentals still hold an important place in the pursuit of new business.

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Metl-Span provides Liberty University with a home field advantage

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The Liberty University football team was in need of a new indoor practice venue as it prepared to reclassify to the upper echelons of Division I college football. Having opened in August of 2017, the $29 million 95,000 square-foot structure now stands as one of the best indoor practice facilities in all of college football – and a symbol of the program’s transformation.

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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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Carbon emissions in cement production threaten GHG reduction goals

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While infrastructure projects such as hydroelectric and wind power farms are seen as tools to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, the production process for an essential material for these projects— cement —is itself a major carbon polluter.

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Kent Police Station: Bridging a neighborhood, architecturally and symbolically

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The Kent Police Station is located at a transition point between two different neighborhoods and architecturally distinct areas, meaning that the new structure had to serve multiple purposes. Visually, it had to echo the more modern Kent State College Architecture and Design building while nodding to the nearby, more classic structures of the central business district.

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SOM-designed 100 Leadenhall Street will be one of the tallest buildings in the U.K.

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At 263.4 meters Above Ordnance Datum (AOD), the new SOM-designed 100 Leadenhall Street will be one of the tallest towers in the City of London*, or all of London, for that matter. The new tower will provide over 1.3 million sf GEA of office-led development in the City of London’s eastern cluster.

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DOE’s Better Buildings Summit to be held in Cleveland, August 21-23

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The U.S. Department of Energy’s Better Buildings Summit will be held in Cleveland this year from August 21-23. The event is an opportunity for design and construction professionals to explore and share innovative energy and water efficiency strategies, financing trends, and emerging technologies. In addition, DOE’s Energy Exchange will provide greater access to technical training sessions and networking opportunities.

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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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Autonomous vehicles and the city: The urgent need for human- and health-centric policies

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Late last year, I served as a panelist for a symposium hosted by the University of San Francisco (USF) , emphasizing policies and plans for livability in response to the promise and threat of an autonomous future. The group’s discussion focused on three key areas requiring proactive policy responses: 1) land use, development and design, 2) access, social and environmental implications, and 3) economics, real estate and finance.

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HGA acquires Wisconsin engineering firm

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Hammell, Green and Abrahamson (HGA), the national design firm that celebrates its 65 th anniversary this year, has moved forward on its strategy to elevate its sustainable design and energy planning proficiencies by acquiring Sustainable Engineering Group (SEG), an engineering firm based in Madison, Wis., effective July 1.

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AEC firms tap into the boom in logistics center construction

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As ecommerce assumes a more dominant role in retailing, logistics and distribution centers in support of ecommerce warehousing and delivery are springing up across the country. For example, Verst Logistics in June opened a nearly 400,000-sf ecommerce fulfillment center in Hebron, Ky., near the Greater Cincinnati Northern Kentucky International Airport.

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HGA designs acute care hospital for MetroHealth in Cleveland

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The metroHealth System recently unveiled plans for a new 11-story Acute Care Hospital on its 52-acre Cleveland campus. HGA designed the new facility as part of a master plan that reveals a “hospital in a park,” where 25 acres of former surface parking in the northeast corner of the campus will become a park-like space that connects patients, visitors, and staff to the benefits of nature.

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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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Katerra has plans for a new advanced manufacturing factory in California

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Katerra, a construction technology company, recently revealed plans to build an advanced manufacturing factory in California’s Central Valley. The Tracy, Calif., facility will produce building components such as wall panels, floor systems, roof truss assemblies, windows, cabinets, and finishes.

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Developer says net zero Salt Lake City apartment high-rise built at standard cost

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The developer of a new $16 million, 112-unit apartment building in Salt Lake City say the structure was built to net zero specifications at a cost on par with standard construction—a first for the state.

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D.C. local worker requirement not being met

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A recent audit of Washington, D.C.’s First Source mandate that requires local workers be given employment preference on construction projects funded with tax dollars shows that the requirement is not being met.

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Hotel renovation: More than just minding the dust

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Sign up for our free Aug. 2 webinar on “Hotel Renovations: More Than Just Minding the Dust”.

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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!