Construction Specifier

AUGUST 29, 2023

1550 on the Green, facing Houston’s iconic Discovery Green Park, is being built in a curved shape, described as a “side-core design”, to allow unobstructed daylight to enter the oversized windows. Part of the three-block master plan, all owned by Skanska USA, this building is designed by the architect, Bjarke Ingels Group (BIG).

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Construction Daily News

JULY 15, 2024

Architects, designers, and construction professionals alike have adopted the use of innovative materials, techniques, and principles to make this vision come to fruition. Keep reading as we take a deep dive into the various advancements in building design that are shaping modern office environments.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

MAY 10, 2024

The architectural integrity of Adair’s courthouse is a testament to the craftsmanship of a bygone era, making its preservation paramount. However, these structures must also meet present-day needs, necessitating upgrades aligned with modern technology, building codes, and energy requirements.

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BDC Network

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

Disability and architecture: ADA and universal design at college campuses 0 qpurcell Fri, 02/09/2024 - 11:30 Higher Education To help people with disabilities feel part of the campus community, higher education institutions and architects must strive to create settings that not only adhere to but also exceed ADA guidelines.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

By: Andrea Righi The Theodore Levin US Courthouse in Detroit, built in 1934, is a beautiful example of Federal Post Office and Courthouse architecture of the early 20 th century. A building-wide life safety analysis determined that the two existing egress stairs were insufficient to meet the population based on current building codes.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

AUGUST 1, 2024

New 56-story Toronto skyscraper, created with Quadrangle Architects for Tower Hill Development, breaks the mold of city’s architecture while lending an enduring image NEW YORK CITY — PEI Architects, the award-winning firm known for cutting-edge architecture around the world, has completed 2221 Yonge Street Tower in Toronto.

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Construction Specifier

AUGUST 9, 2024

Mike Duffy, associate principal for RSP Architects, was lead designer on the build. During the planning stages, he and his team worked closely with Mark Lewkowitz, president and CEO of Supima, and other key decision makers to develop a design concept that would reflect the clients’ needs. “We

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Construction Daily News

SEPTEMBER 8, 2024

With its strategic location and innovative design, the development is expected to attract a mix of tenants looking for modern office spaces. By prioritizing green design and accessibility, 2 Hudson Square aims to provide a sustainable environment for both tenants and nearby residents.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

JUNE 21, 2024

Bromley Companies’ newly restored 11-story mixed-use building in the Flatiron District recognized by the U.S. LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design), developed by the U.S. Green Building Council with a LEED Gold Certification and look forward to many more creative applications of this technology in the coming months.”

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CCR Magazine

AUGUST 13, 2023

announces its new partnership with the University of Kansas School of Architecture & Design to provide a donation of snow retention and solar attachments for its annual student-led, design-build project. The system is expected to offset approximately 85% of the homeowner’s energy consumption.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

OCTOBER 30, 2023

New Sydney icon wins unprecedented seven awards, demonstrates importance of structure renewal to mitigate climate change Chicago (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The Council on Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat (CTBUH) announced the winner of its annual award for best tall building worldwide: Quay Quarter Tower , in Sydney.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

With increasing urgency, building owners, architects and contractors are turning to metal buildings to deliver resilient, robust and safe buildings to better mitigate risk. “In Pros, AIA, MBA, CPD Director of Design, DS Architecture, Cleveland. According to Dr. W.

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CCR Magazine

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

The Design District at METALCON offers exclusive programming and unmatched opportunities for design professionals and engineers to immerse themselves in the world of metal design and construction at this year’s show in Atlanta from Wednesday, Oct. What’s Happening at The Design District? 30 to Friday, Nov.

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Construction Specifier

JANUARY 31, 2024

The Maryland Institute College of Art’s (MICA’s) Dolphin Design Center is designed as an innovative “Maker Building,” blending architectural prowess with the ethos of the Maker Movement. The Maker Movement, considered the third industrial revolution, is a driving force behind the center’s design.

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Specification Product Update

JULY 1, 2024

Three is the magic number for Senior Architectural Systems as solutions from the manufacturer’s extensive range of aluminium windows, doors and curtain walling help complete The Barnum – a new residential development on Nottingham’s Queen’s Road.

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The Pro Builder

APRIL 18, 2024

Floor-to-ceiling glass at the entry and along the length of the back façade blur the line between interior and exterior and frame views of the courtyard water feature at the front and the deck and landscaped yard at the back. LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT: Michael A.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

DECEMBER 1, 2023

The building includes co-working spaces, meeting rooms, and other amenities to support these efforts. This development also repurposed and gave new life to a historic, 100-year-old building that was in a state of disarray. RISE is managed by B.HOM Student Living as UH’s first externally managed student housing complex.

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Construction Specifier

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

Designed by the project architect Studio Gang , with Perry Architects Inc. Designed by the project architect Studio Gang , with Perry Architects Inc. The tower’s structure includes 10 different bay configurations within an isosceles triangle on the floor plan, each consisting of 4.27 m (14 ft) wide, and 1.83 m (6 ft) and 152.4

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Civil + Structural Engineer

MARCH 11, 2024

By Rianna Lowrance, AEC Industry Writer When Scion, a Crown research institute that specializes in the forestry industry, needed to upgrade its facility in Rotorua, New Zealand–dubbed the Scion Innovation Hub–it was interested in making it a place for interconnection and collaboration, as well as a beacon for sustainable design.

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Safti First

NOVEMBER 19, 2022

I realized the great possibilities this glazing could provide to the architectural community: full glass exit routes, visibility into and through up to two-hour fire rated areas, fire rated glass floors, fire rated glass doors and so much more. Unique from any other building product made. that could successfully pass U.S.

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Construction Specifier

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

By Peter Krech Photos by Benjamin Benschneider Two projects in the Greater Seattle area with an integrated approach to facade design were recently completed by Graphite Design Group. The north tower—Nitro North—is 24 stories, with ground floor retail, amenities on levels two to five, with workplace floors above.

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Construction Specifier

JUNE 20, 2023

Mississippi, serves as the headquarter for Waechter Architecture in Portland, Oregon. The building represents a structure made almost entirely of wood with all-electric, refrigerant-free, hydronic heating, and cooling systems. The building also incorporates all-electric, refrigerant-free, hydronic heating and cooling systems.

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CCR Magazine

SEPTEMBER 7, 2024

PEI Architects, the award-winning firm known for cutting-edge architecture around the world, has completed 2221 Yonge Street Tower in Toronto. The result, which took occupancy in 2022, transforms midtown Toronto with a “stunning, cantilevered terrace design,” according to local media. “We

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Construction Specifier

OCTOBER 31, 2023

11NOHO, located in the popular NOHO Arts District in North Hollywood, Los Angeles, offers a fresh perspective on historical South Californian courtyard apartments with a modern mixed-use development, designed for sustainability and an increased sense of community, balanced with privacy.

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CCR Magazine

JULY 10, 2024

Elected officials and the project team of developer Bronx 161 LLC, lead architect IMC Architecture, interior designer Classic Image and general contractor Ray Builders cut the ribbon for the newly completed Bronx Vibe, an upscale, amenity-rich, 155-unit residential rental property located at 299 East 161 Street in Concourse Village.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

By Luke Carothers Completed in the Spring of 2023, 555 Greenwich is a 16-story office building in New York City that has been drawing attention for its new “circular energy infrastructure” approach to sustainability. Unique in its design, the structure at 555 Greenwich was designed to fit seamlessly with neighboring 345 Hudson.

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CivilJungle

DECEMBER 17, 2020

Concept designs can be simply a series of sketches, ideas and explorations. it can also go into considerable depth, including design illustrations, indicative plans, sections and elevations and 3D Models of a development approach. ”. Architecture Concept Drawing. Types of Drawings for Building Design. Perspective.

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Natural Building

SEPTEMBER 2, 2022

This includes designing the house for the best orientation to the sun, specifically for windows and solar panels, for maximum heat and light. Material Selection There are two facets to selecting green building materials. Things like hardwood floors or well-built cabinetry that won’t have to be replaced in a few years.

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Specification Product Update

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

Advances in fire resistant glazing have enabled modern performance expectations to be applied to architecturally sensitive and listed buildings as a variety of Promat SYSTEMGLAS® projects demonstrate. The project required a large fire resistant screen complete with fire doors to compartmentalise two areas of the building.

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Construction Specifier

JANUARY 10, 2024

The new educational building, Interactive Learning Pavilion, at the University of California, Santa Barbara (UCSB), seamlessly integrates into the campus, drawing inspiration from the unique Central Coast climate and site. The building is comprised of two main volumes surrounding an east/west-running central circulation corridor.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

OCTOBER 3, 2023

Mike White , Director of Design and Construction at North Point Hospitality (NPH) , is one individual who possesses these traits and abilities. With a family background in construction, a degree in building construction, and nearly a decade of military service, Mike brings a remarkable skill set to his role.

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Construction Specifier

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

In its second year, the 2023 Mass Timber Competition: Building to Net-Zero Carbon, will award $2.2 million to five winners, showcasing mass timber’s architectural versatility and its crucial role in cutting carbon emissions in the built environment. Up@310 Lofts Project type: Vertical addition on 310 Marlboro St.

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Construction Specifier

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

consultant, Acentech, taking the lead in designing acoustics for the expansion project. The project, scheduled for a grand unveiling in 2026, involves an eight-floor, 9,290-m 2 (100,000-sf) building adjacent to the original hall.

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Construction Specifier

JUNE 13, 2023

Paulson Center is a new multipurpose campus building aligned with the university’s Climate Action Plan, aiming to be one of the greenest urban campuses in the U.S. The building embodies the spirit of the university and fosters fresh ways to learn, connect, work, play, and live. In addition to an efficient filtration system, the John A.

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Construction Specifier

MAY 23, 2023

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has selected a visually striking, sustainable design for new air traffic control towers, to replace the existing outdated towers at more than 100 municipal and regional airports across the U.S. Pei’s iconic mid-century towers, the design combines aesthetics and functionality for the modern era.

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CCR Magazine

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

Building a luxury home is an exciting yet challenging endeavor. Establishing a Realistic Budget for Your Dream Home One of the first and most crucial steps in building a luxury home is establishing a realistic budget. Your budget should include everything from land acquisition and architectural fees to materials and labor costs.

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BDC Network

JANUARY 2, 2024

5 ways mass timber will reshape the design of life sciences facilities Here are five reasons why it has become increasingly evident that mass timber is ready to shape the future of laboratory spaces.

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