Construction Specifier

JULY 7, 2023

The Adams Street Branch of the Boston Public Library amalgamates Greek Revival architecture and New England design sensibilities in a contemporary aesthetic and layout to create a visual marker for the neighborhood. The concrete floors serve as thermal mass, contributing to the heating of the space during extended hours.

Architecture 96

Architecture Fire Protection Systems Project Management Consulting Roofing Systems 96

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 Environmental Consulting 103

Construction Specifier

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

Renovation work included significant reinforcement of the original structure, restoration of historic interior trim, and upgrading modern mechanical and fire safety systems through original masonry walls. The building’s walls and roof were upgraded with high-performing insulation and advanced energy recovery ventilator (ERV) HVAC systems.

Historic Preservation 100

Historic Preservation HVAC System Installation Wall Systems HVAC Systems 100

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

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

Construction Marketing

JANUARY 24, 2024

Collaborate with clients, construction managers, and other professionals to bring architectural visions to life. Mechanical and electrical engineers work on systems within buildings, such as heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) and electrical systems. Ensure compliance with electrical codes and safety standards.

HVAC System Installation 123

HVAC System Installation Electrical Systems Building Code Compliance Structural Systems 123

Construction Daily News

JULY 15, 2024

Sustainability is a core consideration in modern architecture. Keep reading as we go further in depth on how sustainable architectural techniques are shaping a green future. Thermal Insulation Proper insulation is fundamental to eco-friendly architecture. Up to 20% of a building’s heat loss occurs through the floor.

Sustainability 52

Sustainability Architecture Renewable Energy Systems Roofing Systems 52

The Pro Builder

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

“I knew the view from the back of the lot would be great but also a little off-center to the right,” Coletti says, “so I put the kitchen in the left back corner of the floor plan to capture the best view.” The rest of the 7,800-square-foot, single-level floor plan flowed fairly easily from there, he says.

Ceiling Systems 130

Ceiling Systems Fire Protection Systems Flooring Systems Wall Systems 130

GCP Applied Technologies

APRIL 25, 2018

As building technologies evolve into more complex systems and assemblies, don't feel like you have to specify alone. GCP’s Design Advantage collaborates with the project team to specify the appropriate products and systems for any construction project. This ambitious redevelopment focused on retail architecture and development.

Fire Protection System Installation 99

Fire Protection System Installation Waterproofing Systems Fire Protection Systems Roofing Systems 99

Construction Specifier

JULY 5, 2021

T-SLAB takes precast concrete floor systems to the next level. Last summer, Tindall announced the launch of an innovative precast concrete floor system called the Tindall Superior Lightweight All-Purpose Beam (T-SLAB). Watch the video below for a quick look at the innovation behind this new slab system.

Flooring Systems 52

Flooring Systems Structural Systems Wall Systems Roofing Systems 52

Natural Building

SEPTEMBER 23, 2007

Green Home Building and Sustainable Architecture. Sustainable architecture is an exciting and important field, with many people reviving traditional methods of building and others creating innovations to established practices. The Open Architecture Network. View my complete profile. A Short History of Earthbag Building.

Green Building 81

Green Building Architecture Sustainability Roofing Systems 81

Civil + Structural Engineer

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

To create a building with such a profound impact on sustainability, the project team’s approach focused not on individual technological components, but instead on integrating wholly reimagined systems throughout the entire building including DOAS/Geothermal/Radiant Heating, Electrified Energy, and Artificial Intelligence Integration.

Structural Systems 130

Structural Systems Energy Efficiency Project Management Consulting Building Design 130

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. LOHA’s adaptive reuse plan involved using original elements of the building, including the wood flooring.

Historic Preservation 105

Historic Preservation Flooring Systems Roofing Systems Wall Systems 105

Construction Specifier

JUNE 13, 2023

Designed jointly by architecture firms, Davis Brody Bond and KieranTimberlake, in support of the NYU Climate Action Plan, the 68,000-m 2 (735,000-sf) project’s sustainable design strategies reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, water consumption, and the amount of waste generated during construction and operations.

Flooring Systems 97

Flooring Systems Ceiling Systems Structural Systems Roofing Systems 97

BDC Network

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

The architectural layout of a residential unit is unlikely to align with the office framing concept. A conversion will greatly impact existing and new MEP systems, so the structural team will need to account for new floor and wall openings for conduit, piping, and HVAC. RELATED ARTICLE: About 11% of U.S.

Engineering 105

Engineering Building Codes Structural Systems Flooring Systems 105

CivilJungle

JANUARY 16, 2021

Bamboo is a natural product which is widely used in the construction of partition walls floorings and ceiling panels and for roofing. Bamboo is the best option for the roofing material and widely used by the people in the construction of structures especially where bamboo is in abundance. Bamboo Architecture. Short Note.

Architecture 69

Architecture Building Materials Roofing Systems Material Handling 69

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

Natural Building

JULY 22, 2011

Green Home Building and Sustainable Architecture. Sustainable architecture is an exciting and important field, with many people reviving traditional methods of building and others creating innovations to established practices. The pros and cons of various insulation systems are defined, with charts of R-values.

Green Building 69

Green Building Sustainability Architecture Energy Efficiency 69

Construction Specifier

MAY 23, 2023

By positioning the bands on the building perimeter, an open and column-free floor plan is created, offering maximum flexibility for interior planning. The elevator and utility core of the building are offset to the south, freeing up the office interiors and providing further floor plan flexibility. High-performance mechanical systems.

Flooring Systems 90

Flooring Systems Building Performance Measurement Energy Conservation Structural Systems 90

Civil + Structural Engineer

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

STG is one of Central Florida’s leading providers of architectural and natural stone surfaces, fine porcelain, ceramic and glass tile and elegant wood flooring. The product was designed with the flexibility to be dry laid on grass, gravel, dirt and sand or installed on roofs and terraces using raised supports.

Flooring Systems 130

Flooring Systems Building Materials Roofing Systems Building Resilience 130

Revit OpEd

FEBRUARY 12, 2013

These categories are immune to Rotate with Component: Foundations, Floors, Ceilings, Roofs, Furniture, Furniture Systems, Casework, Generic Models, Structural Columns, Detail Components, Massing, Mass Floors, Curtain Panels, and Specialty Equipment. Perhaps I'll tackle that another night.

Wall Systems 63

Wall Systems Ceiling Systems Flooring Systems Roofing Systems 63

Construction Specifier

OCTOBER 1, 2021

Architects and specifiers increasingly seek options for architectural metal coatings combining sustainability, durability, and a wide variety of colors. Common coil coated products used in construction include roofing, wall panels, soffits, and fascia. trillion sf) of new floor area by 2060, doubling global stock.

Green Building 52

Green Building Architecture Building Materials Manufacturing Energy Efficiency 52

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. by Christopher C. Incorvaia.

Painting/finishing 98

Painting/finishing Historic Preservation Wall Systems Quality Assurance 98

HardHatChat

NOVEMBER 18, 2010

The building we bought had a low roof height, so we knew an office design based in Prairie-style architecture would work well with the building’s long horizontal lines. We also retained most of the concrete flooring, but gave it a face lift with a new stain. Don’t design in a silo.

Building Design 98

Building Design HVAC Systems Roofing Systems Building Materials 98

Natural Building

SEPTEMBER 27, 2011

Green Home Building and Sustainable Architecture. Sustainable architecture is an exciting and important field, with many people reviving traditional methods of building and others creating innovations to established practices. The first chapters discuss the variety of ways that solar energy can be employed architecturally.

Green Building 49

Green Building Architecture Renewable Energy Systems Sustainability 49

Natural Building

SEPTEMBER 2, 2022

Things like hardwood floors or well-built cabinetry that won’t have to be replaced in a few years. Or opt for materials that work harder to protect the home, like cool roof shingles that reflect heat in especially sunny areas. Maximize Space A well thought-out floor plan that doesn’t waste space.

Architecture 40

Architecture Renewable Energy Systems Green Building Flooring 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. For each metal roof project, we incorporate S-5! Integrating into the standing seam saves us thousands of dollars, and S-5!

Building Design 40

Building Design Roofing Systems Architecture Flooring Systems 40

HardHatChat

APRIL 20, 2010

A commercial design-build general contractor should also perform exploratory work up front, before you pay for architectural plans. Don’t work against the existing shopping center floor plans, but evolve them into the new design. Roof systems – depending on their age and how they work into the new plan.

Concrete Pouring 76

Concrete Pouring Electrical Systems Structural Systems HVAC Systems 76

GCP Applied Technologies

APRIL 25, 2018

As building technologies evolve into more complex systems and assemblies, don't feel like you have to specify alone. GCP’s Design Advantage collaborates with the project team to specify the appropriate products and systems for any construction project. This ambitious redevelopment focused on retail architecture and development.

Fire Protection System Installation 60

Fire Protection System Installation Waterproofing Systems Fire Protection Systems Roofing Systems 60

UK Construction Blog

JULY 30, 2024

With the proper roof deck tiles and low-profile commercial railings , they can be the ideal setting for enjoying a change of scenery and catching some fresh air. Advanced green roofs and cool roof systems even have great energy efficiency benefits. Applied to the roofing substrate, it offers shear support to the rooftop.

Building Materials 62

Building Materials Sustainability Steel Fabrication Roofing Systems 62

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

Natural Building

MARCH 16, 2007

Green Home Building and Sustainable Architecture. Sustainable architecture is an exciting and important field, with many people reviving traditional methods of building and others creating innovations to established practices. The Open Architecture Network. The Earthbag Architecture of Akio Inoue. Straw/Cement Blocks.

Green Building 45

Green Building Architecture Sustainability Steel Fabrication 45

Construction Specifier

AUGUST 11, 2021

The spandrel glass at the floor levels appears hazy and fogged over compared to the clear windows below. Glass spandrels are a common design strategy used to opacify floor levels in building façades. Like a glass panel, spandrel assemblies are often ‘glazed into’ the framing ( e.g. aluminum mullions) of glazing systems.

Fire Protection System Installation 59

Fire Protection System Installation Wall Systems Fire Protection Systems Flooring Systems 59

Natural Building

SEPTEMBER 16, 2009

Green Home Building and Sustainable Architecture. Sustainable architecture is an exciting and important field, with many people reviving traditional methods of building and others creating innovations to established practices. Next, he constructed a heavy timber-frame supported roof that is covered by thick EPDM waterproof membrane.

Green Building 45

Green Building Sustainability Architecture Roofing Systems 45

CivilJungle

JANUARY 11, 2022

Standard Height of Window from Floor Level. To the base of the window from the floor level up, the height is known as the sill level of the window. According to the constructions from the floor level, the standard height of the windows is generally kept 3 ft. Window Sill Height from Floor. Awning Window. Casement Window.

Ceiling Systems 52

Ceiling Systems Flooring Systems Wall Systems Roofing Systems 52

BDC Network

MAY 29, 2024

Ross Cohen: The first reason for moving away from traditional site-built/stick framing to off-site-built components was to ensure complete and correct construction to create “trade-ready” floors as multifamily buildings are constructed. Our designers also incorporate all architectural, structural, mechanical, electrical and plumbing details.

Wall Systems 105

Wall Systems Building Code Compliance Site Planning Quality Control 105

Construction Specifier

JUNE 7, 2022

Architectural situations. For example, drop-out ceilings eliminate the need to extend (drop) pipes from sprinkler mains (usually located just under a floor or roof structure) down to ceiling height. Installing drop-out ceilings, on the other hand, requires just two steps: Install sprinkler system. Install ceiling panels.

Fire Protection System Installation 59

Fire Protection System Installation Ceiling Systems Fire Protection Systems Piping Installation 59