Construction Specifier

DECEMBER 5, 2023

One of the latest campus buildings, the Calvin and Tina Tyler Hall Student Services Center at Morgan State University (MSU) in Baltimore epitomizes the synthesis of neoclassical and modern architecture with Canadian Eramosa limestone to serve as a welcoming entry point and iconic “front-door” to the university. The design involved a 50.8-mm

Historic Preservation 59

Historic Preservation Flooring Systems Building Design Landscaping 59

CCR Magazine

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

Featuring specialized education sessions, focused networking opportunities and a showcase of cutting-edge innovations, these tailored offerings are designed to elevate expertise and ignite innovative approaches to architectural design with metal. What’s Happening at The Design District? Pre-registration required.

Building Materials Manufacturing 52

Building Materials Manufacturing Building Codes Building Design Building Materials 52

Construction Specifier

DECEMBER 5, 2023

One of the latest campus buildings, the Calvin and Tina Tyler Hall Student Services Center at Morgan State University (MSU) in Baltimore, epitomizes the synthesis of neoclassical and modern architecture with Canadian Eramosa limestone to serve as a welcoming entry point and iconic “front-door” to the university. The design involved a 50.8-mm

Historic Preservation 52

Historic Preservation Flooring Systems Building Design Landscaping 52

Civil + Structural Engineer

MARCH 11, 2024

Amplify GR uses a multi-generational lens to perform community development differently–working with neighbors, community partners, and businesses to preserve and widen pathways that create greater opportunity for neighbors to participate in and benefit from community growth. The AmplifyGR Community Hub (H.U.B. ‘07

Project Management Consulting 189

Project Management Consulting Roofing Systems Structural Systems Property Management 189

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

CCR Magazine

JUNE 13, 2024

Green Building Practices Sustainability continues to be at the forefront of commercial construction , with an increased focus on eco-friendly building materials, energy-efficient systems, and sustainable designs. Improved air quality is achieved through advanced HVAC systems and the use of non-toxic materials.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 52

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Building Materials Manufacturing Energy Efficiency Building Automation 52

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

UK Construction Blog

APRIL 25, 2024

Key Takeaways Soft strip demolition is a careful process of removing non-structural elements from buildings, prepping for renovation or demolition while preserving structural integrity and allowing potential reuse of materials. The soft stripping does not stop at visible fixtures. It extends deeper into the building’s infrastructure.

Environmental Impact Assessment 62

Environmental Impact Assessment Historic Preservation Safety Regulations Building Performance Measurement 62

Construction Specifier

JANUARY 31, 2022

A striking, early example of late modern “high-technology” architecture received a 21 st century facelift. Its aluminum-clad exterior was refinished with a polyvinylidene fluoride (PVDF) based coating system, restoring the building’s façade to a just-like-new condition designed to last for over 20 years. Preserving modern history.

Painting/finishing 98

Painting/finishing Historic Preservation Wall Systems Quality Assurance 98

Autodesk Construction Cloud

SEPTEMBER 29, 2022

The owner wants to preserve the structure’s historic look and feel while revamping the building’s internal layout and adding modern amenities. . Once an issue is created and assigned, it will populate throughout the issues eco-system in tools like BIM Collaborate, Build, and Revit. .

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Building Information Modeling (BIM) Flooring Systems Structural Systems Site Planning 119

Construction Specifier

MAY 30, 2023

A mixed-use office development in Charlottesville, Virginia, seamlessly integrates into a prominent site within the city’s historic Downtown Mall district. As one approaches the site, CODE is only visible as a three-story structure of a similar width to the neighboring historic, party wall buildings.

Energy Conservation 52

Energy Conservation Roofing Systems Building Codes Energy Efficiency 52

Construction Specifier

MAY 30, 2023

A mixed-use office development in Charlottesville, Virginia, seamlessly integrates into a prominent site within the city’s historic Downtown Mall district. As one approaches the site, CODE is only visible as a three-story structure of a similar width to the neighboring historic, party wall buildings.

Energy Conservation 52

Energy Conservation Roofing Systems Building Codes Energy Efficiency 52

Commercial Construction Blog

JULY 16, 2019

One of the first questions in any adaptive reuse project is what modifications need to be made to the existing floor plan and structure so the space works for its new purpose. What modifications or updates need to be made to building systems? This is especially true for things like fire suppression sprinkler systems.

Fire Protection System Installation 64

Fire Protection System Installation Historic Preservation HVAC System Installation Fire Protection Systems 64

UK Construction Blog

JULY 31, 2024

Some may be relatively well-preserved, requiring only minimal work to restore, while others might be severely neglected, presenting a multitude of challenges for potential buyers. Unforeseen expenses may arise from structural damage or outdated systems. Common areas include the roof, plumbing, and electrical systems.

Property Management 62

Property Management Plumbing Systems Historic Preservation Structural Systems 62

Construction Specifier

NOVEMBER 4, 2021

Other conditions indicating ongoing water leakage was systemic throughout the building included water-related damage to interior finishes adjacent curtain wall assemblies; widespread failure of IGUs (fogging or condensation within the air space); and water traces indicative of glazing leaks on the inside face of mullions.

Wall Systems 52

Wall Systems Ceiling Systems Flooring Systems Zoning 52

The Pro Builder

FEBRUARY 18, 2024

Honoring the past while giving new life to a structure—and with it, often an entire neighborhood—requires creative thinking to successfully meld modern codes with preservation goals. Architect and interior designer (entrant): BB+M Architecture, Charlotte, N.C. Builder and developer: Armada Hoffler Construction, Virginia Beach, Va.

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Historic Preservation Ceiling Systems Building Design Real Estate Development 246

UK Construction Blog

MARCH 5, 2024

With the option for bespoke oak frame extensions , homeowners can tailor their oak porches to meet specific architectural and styling requirements. Historical Significance of Oak Oak has a venerable history in the UK, serving as a traditional building material for centuries. Porch designs vary widely, from ornate to minimalistic.

Roofing Systems 62

Roofing Systems Structural Systems Building Materials Manufacturing Quality Assurance 62

Commercial Construction Blog

SEPTEMBER 25, 2017

Plus, they usually have some combination of historic or architectural significance, beautiful vintage materials and fine craftsmanship – the kind of stuff us industry fanatics just can’t get enough of. Another example is a renovation project Englewood completed involving the lobby restrooms at Chicago’s historic Drake Hotel.

Building Permits 89

Building Permits Property Management Historic Preservation Material Handling 89

Construction Specifier

OCTOBER 24, 2023

The Sandi Simon Center for Dance, located at Chapman University in Orange, California, is a remarkable example of architectural adaptive reuse. Originally a historic orange packing house, the building has been ingeniously transformed by Lorcan O’Herlihy Architects (LOHA) while preserving its external character.

Historic Preservation 105

Historic Preservation Flooring Systems Roofing Systems Wall Systems 105

UK Construction Blog

MARCH 5, 2024

Design Options: Bespoke : Tailored designs to fit specific dimensions and architectural styles. Types of Oak Conservatories Oak conservatories come in various styles such as traditional, Victorian, and contemporary designs, as well as bespoke orangeries that merge classic architecture with modern living spaces.

Safety Regulations 62

Safety Regulations Roofing Systems Building Code Compliance Quality Control 62

Civil + Structural Engineer

DECEMBER 1, 2023

It features elements that maximize the safety, security, and efficiency of the travel process including 100 percent automated screening lanes, 100 percent facial recognition “e-gates” for international departure, an innovative landside terminal design, and 100 percent trackable RFID Independent Carrier System.

Engineering 130

Engineering Fire Protection System Installation Fire Protection Systems Environmental Consulting 130

Bylt News

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

MBH Architecture President Nicholas P. This project has been identified as one of the many early action projects of the Greater Hartford Mobility Study which is being undertaken by the Department to develop a comprehensive program to improve the transportation system and address mobility within the region. Federal Nexus: 23 U.S.C. §

Infrastructure Development 52

Infrastructure Development Fire Protection System Installation Real Estate Development Historic Preservation 52

BDC Network

JUNE 28, 2023

Structures built since the mid-20th century generally feature large, deep floor plates whose cores are far from where natural light and fresh air could travel. Adding to the complication is an office building’s inner core, which typically contains multiple elevators, public bathrooms, and mechanical rooms on every floor.

Flooring Systems 52

Flooring Systems Zoning Building Design Ceiling Systems 52

Autodesk Construction Cloud

MARCH 14, 2023

Sometimes, working in construction can feel like you’re on a crowded dance floor—when too many people move in different directions, it’s challenging to stay in sync. I went to school for architecture and then flipped it to architectural engineering. This is why technology can be such a value add for construction teams.

Construction Management 52

Construction Management Building Information Modeling (BIM) Historic Preservation Project Management 52

The Korte Company

DECEMBER 10, 2022

Darlene’s earliest memory is the sound of chalk striking the floor, and the bent figure of her father sketching lines on plywood. So after high school, she studied architecture at Southern Illinois University in Carbondale. It was Dave Holtgrave, the president of Architectural Interior Services (AIS), the predecessor of Korte Design.

Building Design 52

Building Design Project Management Building Codes Change Management 52

Building Information Management

JULY 26, 2012

performance building rating system in the United States. 360 Architecture. 4240 architecture. Albertin Vernon Architecture LLC. Alfandre Architecture, PC. Alliance Environmental & Natural Systems Utilities, LLC. Alpar Architectural Products. Alpar Architectural Products. 106 Greenway.

Environmental Consulting 55

Environmental Consulting Green Building Project Management Consulting Renewable Energy Systems 55

CCR Magazine

MAY 11, 2024

million plan, developed by Mark Stoner, AIA, Senior Director of Preservation Architecture | Graham Gund Architect, and executed by general contractor, Hobbs, Inc., Closed to the public since 2008 due to ongoing damage from water infiltration, its closing left half of the property’s core architectural story untold.

Historic Preservation 52

Historic Preservation Steel Fabrication Electrical Wiring Installation Site Planning 52

Building Information Management

JULY 27, 2016

It remains the leading standardized data architecture for organizing line item construction cost data, construction specifications, and similar information. The MasterFormat numbering system and titles provide a common, transparent manner to readily communicate construction item, tasks, and associated information. Plastic Preservation.

Fire Protection System Installation 45

Fire Protection System Installation Fire Protection Systems Collaboration Heavy Equipment Manufacturing 45

Building Information Management

JULY 27, 2016

It remains the leading standardized data architecture for organizing line item construction cost data, construction specifications, and similar information. The MasterFormat numbering system and titles provide a common, transparent manner to readily communicate construction item, tasks, and associated information. Plastic Preservation.

Fire Protection System Installation 45

Fire Protection System Installation Fire Protection Systems Collaboration Heavy Equipment Manufacturing 45

UK Construction Blog

APRIL 21, 2024

Along with steel, the British government obtained 7,000-square-metre (75,000-square-foot) cladding for the E-7 maintenance and mission systems training buildings. McLaughlin & Harvey reported that the 100-million-pound ($124 million) mission systems training facility is being built next to Lossiemouth’s P-8A Poseidon hangar.

Fire Protection System Installation 62

Fire Protection System Installation Fire Protection Systems Cost Control Government Works 62

Business Facilities

NOVEMBER 15, 2017

The tax credit program has helped preserve historic buildings and grow local economies in the five communities where the credit is applicable: Aurora, East St. In Peoria, an old barrel-making facility was transformed into luxury apartments that still reflect the historic building’s original charm. North–South Routes U.S.

Historic Preservation 53

Historic Preservation Building Materials Manufacturing Heavy Equipment Manufacturing Building Products Distribution 53

Construction Daily News

MARCH 7, 2023

On top of that, innovative floor-lifting technology developed by LIFTbuild enables construction sites to function as fabrication factories. Belfast-based Opal Architecture designed. Berwick’s Preservation Timber Framing did the post-and-beam. It was designed by Dearborn, Michigan-based architecture firm Ghafari Associates.

Lifts 52

Lifts Flooring Systems Building Design Real Estate Development 52

Building Information Management

JUNE 22, 2012

Reviewers admired the system’s three levels of increasing knowledge, skills and abilities as a “concept”, but did not believe it was implementable government-­?wide. Sys tem Des ign: We developed a system that focused on the highest impact core competencies common to every agency -­? Oppor tunity: The web-­?tool

Building Performance Measurement 45

Building Performance Measurement Fire Protection System Installation Renewable Energy Systems Fire Protection Systems 45