Construction Specifier

AUGUST 9, 2024

Once underway, the job was completed in about 90 days with the speed and precision largely due to very clear architectural drawings. He began his career with Oldcastle in 1998 as an architectural sales manager for the West Region. “Once our crew got the pattern down, installation was a breeze.”

Architecture 59

Architecture Masonry Steel Fabrication Wall Systems 59

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. This required a deep understanding of historical architecture and innovative solutions to integrate modern technology without disrupting the aesthetic of the courthouse.

Historic Preservation 189

Historic Preservation Energy Efficiency HVAC System Installation Structural Systems 189

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.

Architecture 130

Architecture Building Commissioning Flooring Systems Building Design 130

UK Construction Blog

MARCH 27, 2024

The post Building Smart, Building Beautiful: Your Guide to Architectural Design Services appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Create a homely retreat or a productive workspace with these architectural design services. Let’s Dive into Architectural Design Services!

Building Design 62

Building Design Architecture Painting/finishing Building Code Compliance 62

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. Lamination of architectural glazing has grown in leaps and bounds over the years.

Fire Protection Systems 52

Fire Protection Systems Architecture Wall Systems Flooring Systems 52

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. What worked well for the upper floors to minimize disruption became challenging on the interior of the building.

Flooring Systems 130

Flooring Systems Building Code Compliance Structural Systems Roofing Systems 130

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.

Wall Systems 52

Wall Systems Flooring Systems Architecture Building Design 52

Natural Building

SEPTEMBER 2, 2022

Things like hardwood floors or well-built cabinetry that won’t have to be replaced in a few years. Maximize Space A well thought-out floor plan that doesn’t waste space. Tight Building Envelope A home’s building envelope is a critical part of green architecture.

Architecture 40

Architecture Renewable Energy Systems Green Building Flooring Systems 40

Civil + Structural Engineer

JUNE 21, 2024

Green Building Council (USGBC), is the most widely used green building rating system in the world and an international symbol of excellence in sustainable development. It leverages the entirety of the building’s accessible data to efficiently allocate energy without sacrificing occupant comfort.

Energy Efficiency 147

Energy Efficiency Green Building Building Automation Flooring Systems 147

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. About PEI Architects For over three decades, Sandi Pei and his partners have run a successful architecture firm winning major commissions and competitions and expanding into new markets globally.

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Construction Specifier

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

The tower’s structure includes 10 different bay configurations within an isosceles triangle on the floor plan, each consisting of 4.27 The design incorporates 3D aluminum spandrel panels anchored to the concrete floor slab to cover its edge, with stiffeners to resist wind forces and accommodate different bay configurations.

Flooring Systems 103

Flooring Systems Energy Efficiency Structural Systems Roofing Systems 103

Civil + Structural Engineer

OCTOBER 30, 2023

Additionally, a self-shading façade reduces solar radiation, minimizing mechanical loads on the building, and strategically positioned atria enable natural daylight to permeate the 2,000-square-meter floor plates, improving energy efficiency in the interior.

Renewable Energy Systems 264

Renewable Energy Systems Green Building Building Performance Measurement Real Estate Development 264

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. Visible to passersby, the first-floor exhibition hall displays public lectures, student and alumni exhibits, and community entrepreneur sessions.

Steel Fabrication 111

Steel Fabrication Structural Systems Roofing Systems Building Design 111

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.

Fire Protection System Installation 98

Fire Protection System Installation Fire Protection Systems Flooring Systems Electrical Systems 98

Civil + Structural Engineer

DECEMBER 1, 2023

Site improvements included underground utilities, below-grade Chambermaxx® systems, a swimming pool, jointed plain concrete pavement, and pervious concrete. By incorporating below-grade Chambermaxx systems, stormwater planters, and pervious concrete, the design runoff was contained while still meeting water quality requirements.

Engineering 130

Engineering Structural Systems Flooring Systems Project Management Consulting 130

Civil + Structural Engineer

JULY 28, 2023

Mitrovich Lozowski brings years of experience to the table, having served as a Managing Member of Pacific Holdings and a Medical Director of a health center at the University of MI Health System. For information on Tangram Interiors, please visit www.tangraminteriors.com.

Flooring Systems 246

Flooring Systems Wall Systems Construction Management Architecture 246

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.

Flooring Systems 52

Flooring Systems Project Management Consulting Building Design Property Management 52

CivilJungle

JULY 12, 2022

Floating house is type of house which is constructed over a floating system which allows floating the whole structure over the water. Also it requires skilled labour and labour charge is more and all over the total system is very new in our civilization, so the demand of this system is very low. Floating Architecture Examples.

Architecture 52

Architecture Foundation Systems Structural Systems Flooring Systems 52

Construction Specifier

OCTOBER 1, 2021

Architects and specifiers increasingly seek options for architectural metal coatings combining sustainability, durability, and a wide variety of colors. Finished metal extrusion products include framing members of curtainwall, storefront, window, skylight and entrance systems, sun screens, canopies, and some wall panel systems.

Green Building 52

Green Building Architecture Building Materials Manufacturing Energy Efficiency 52

CCR Magazine

JULY 6, 2023

In the realm of construction, flooring practices play a crucial role in enhancing the aesthetics, functionality, and durability of a building. From residential homes to commercial spaces, the choice of flooring material and installation techniques greatly impact the overall quality and longevity of a structure.

Flooring Systems 52

Flooring Systems Building Materials Manufacturing Foundation Systems Energy Efficiency 52

Construction Specifier

OCTOBER 31, 2023

Designed by the architecture firm, Brooks + Scarpa, this innovative project defies traditional apartment buildings by creating a welcoming cube design that prioritizes communal spaces with a courtyard which is open to the street. The heating and cooling systems use a highly efficient multi-unit variable refrigerant flow system.

Energy Efficiency 110

Energy Efficiency Flooring Systems Roofing Systems Building Materials 110

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. A gently curved staircase links the main and upper levels and is complemented by a curving wicker chandelier.

Ceiling Systems 130

Ceiling Systems Flooring Systems Real Estate Development Wall Systems 130

The MCP Group

JUNE 27, 2024

Location Topeka, Kansas Plans TCF Industrial Building #1 Combined Plans Specifications TCF Industrial Building #1 Combined Specifications General Information Bid Invitation TCF Industrial Building #1 MCP Supplemental Conditions.2021 2021 Addenda ADD 1 The post TCF Industrial Building #1 appeared first on MCP GROUP.

Fire Protection Systems 40

Fire Protection Systems Painting/finishing HVAC Systems Waterproofing Systems 40

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. is quick and easy to install.”

Building Design 40

Building Design Roofing Systems Architecture Flooring Systems 40

The MCP Group

MAY 15, 2024

Location Manhattan, Kansas Plans KSU Agronomy Research & Innovation Center Combined Plans Specifications KSU Agronomy Research & Innovation Center Combined Specifications General Information Bid Invitation KSU Agronomy Research & Innovation Center MCP Supplemental Conditions.2021

Fire Protection Systems 40

Fire Protection Systems Painting/finishing HVAC Systems Waterproofing Systems 40

Construction Specifier

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

million to five winners, showcasing mass timber’s architectural versatility and its crucial role in cutting carbon emissions in the built environment. The mass timber structure includes glue-laminated (glulam) beams, columns, and cross-laminated timber (CLT) floors. Up@310 Lofts Project type: Vertical addition on 310 Marlboro St.

Structural Systems 69

Structural Systems Flooring Systems Real Estate Development Building Resilience 69

CCR Magazine

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Integrated door systems can provide numerous benefits in commercial and institutional settings. With integrated door systems, the hardware is integrated and installed when it is built in the factory, making them easier to install while reducing costs and the possibility of hardware issues. When Should Integrated Door Systems Be Used?

Fire Protection System Installation 52

Fire Protection System Installation Fire Protection Systems Flooring Systems Property Management 52

Civil + Structural Engineer

JULY 24, 2023

Designed by STUDIOS Architecture, the new 122 Fifth Avenue introduces an exciting offering to Lower Fifth’s office tenants, with a new penthouse, grab-and-go coffee shop, more flexible workspaces and floor plates ranging from 27,000 to 33,000 square feet – a rare opportunity in such a prominent location.

Architecture 130

Architecture Historic Preservation Building Commissioning Flooring Systems 130

Civil + Structural Engineer

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

Pros, AIA, MBA, CPD Director of Design, DS Architecture, Cleveland. Metal buildings fit the bill as an exceedingly strong, sturdy and durable building system which can be customized and fortified by the design and construction of its structural members, connections and bracing.

Building Resilience 130

Building Resilience Building Optimization Structural Systems Fire Protection Systems 130

Specification Product Update

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

Mapei preparation products have been used to complete an Altro floor installation at a new community venue in Buckinghamshire. Designed by W E Architecture Ltd, Wavendon Community Hub provides local residents with a place to meet and participate in physical and social activities.

Flooring Systems 52

Flooring Systems Building Resilience Roofing Systems Building Design 52

Construction Specifier

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

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. Acentech will lend its expertise in architectural acoustics, noise and vibration control, and audiovisual and technology systems design to create an immersive and technically advanced experience.

Structural Systems 111

Structural Systems Flooring Systems Building Controls Building Design 111

The MCP Group

APRIL 19, 2024

Location Emporia, Kansas Plans ESU Nursing & Student Wellness Center Combined Plans Specifications 014518 Specification Vol 1 014518 Specification Vol 2 General Information Bid Invitation ESU Nursing & Student Wellness Center MCP Supplemental Conditions.2021

Fire Protection Systems 40

Fire Protection Systems Ceiling Systems Wall Systems HVAC Systems 40

The MCP Group

JANUARY 3, 2024

Location Blaine, Kansas Plans KDOT Blaine Subarea Modernization & Storage Building Combined Plans Specifications A-014586 Specifications General Information Bid Invitation KDOT Blaine Subarea Modernization & Storage Building MCP Supplemental Conditions.2021 2021 Addenda None at this time.

Fire Protection Systems 40

Fire Protection Systems Painting/finishing HVAC Systems Flooring Systems 40

Construction Specifier

MAY 23, 2023

The design by Practice for Architecture and Urbanism (PAU) of New York meets key sustainability requirements and can adjust to the tower height to meet each airport’s traffic and sightline requirements, while reducing construction and operational costs. They are designed to accommodate different structural systems, ranging from 19.2

Renewable Energy Systems 97

Renewable Energy Systems Cost Control Building Controls Structural Systems 97

The MCP Group

DECEMBER 20, 2023

Location New Century, Kansas Plans A-014626 Drawings Specifications KDOT Gardner Subarea Complex Combined Specifications General Information KDOT Gardner Subarea Complex Bid Invite MCP Supplemental Conditions.2021 2021 Addenda ADD 1 The post KDOT Gardner Subarea Complex appeared first on MCP GROUP.

Fire Protection Systems 40

Fire Protection Systems Painting/finishing Flooring Systems HVAC Systems 40

CCR Magazine

JULY 31, 2024

Ambient lighting provides general illumination, task lighting is essential for activities like shaving or applying makeup, and accent lighting can highlight architectural features or decor. Don’t forget to factor in the installation costs and ensure that the plumbing and flooring can support the new tub.

Flooring Systems 52

Flooring Systems Energy Efficiency Electrical Systems Plumbing Systems 52

BDC Network

JANUARY 2, 2024

With most of a building’s embodied carbon embedded in its structural system, mass timber's ability to significantly reduce the use of steel materials in a lab project presents a remarkable advantage. Columns, spaced 33 feet apart, are notched at the top to receive the girders, thereby transferring the floor loading to the foundation.

Flooring Systems 113

Flooring Systems Structural Systems Building Standards Building Codes 113