Civil + Structural Engineer

JUNE 28, 2024

s historic rail station for use as the first component of the intermodal high-speed rail commuter station. s historic rail station for use as the first component of the intermodal high-speed rail commuter station. Eventually, California’s HSR system will link more than 800 miles of rail, by way of up to 24 stations.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

JUNE 27, 2023

Naval Academy Chapel in Annapolis, Maryland, led by BELL Architects, PC, with metal work by Prospect Waterproofing Company and CopperCraft Performing a seismic upgrade and re-roofing Heritage Hall in Vancouver, British Columbia, led by McGinn Engineering & Preservation with metal construction by Grist Slate & Tile Roofing, Inc.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

AUGUST 13, 2024

TORONTO – Ware Malcomb , an award-winning international design firm, today announced that construction is complete on The Birmingham , an historic Campbell Soup factory site redeveloped as a three-building facility to accommodate light industrial and E-commerce uses in the South Etobicoke district near downtown Toronto.

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UK Construction Blog

APRIL 7, 2024

The post Innovations in Scottish Residential Architecture: Blending Tradition with Modernity appeared first on UK Construction Blog. The Evolution of Scottish Dwellings Scotland’s residential architectural landscape exhibits a dynamic blend of antiquity and innovation.

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Construction Specifier

JANUARY 3, 2024

The firm is renowned for its pioneering approach, integrating sustainable design into existing and historic buildings. Photo courtesy Quinn Evans The American Institute of Architects (AIA) has named Quinn Evans as the recipient of the 2024 Architecture Firm Award, the highest honor bestowed by the AIA on an architectural practice.

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CCR Magazine

AUGUST 26, 2024

The process involves detailed assessments and often complex engineering solutions to meet updated codes without compromising the building’s historical or architectural value. Cost Implications Retrofitting can be expensive, especially for historic buildings where preserving architectural integrity is also a concern.

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Construction Specifier

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

The transformation places focus on collaboration with artisans, makers and manufacturers, reflecting architecture’s collectivist nature. Inside the center, the original raw concrete framework was preserved, displayed in exposed columns and ceiling rafters. provided their consulting services. The post AIA S.F.’s

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Construction Specifier

JULY 3, 2024

Photos courtesy California High-Speed Rail Authority Architecture firm Page & Turnbull have begun preservation and rehabilitation work of Fresno, Cal.’s s historic rail station for use as the first component of the intermodal high-speed rail (HSR) commuter station. Rendering of the inside of the train station.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

AUGUST 16, 2023

SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. – (August 8, 2023) – MVE + Partners , a leading architecture and planning firm, today announced the opening of its new San Francisco studio as part of the company’s continued expansion on the west coast. Berkeley: one in architecture; and the other in structural engineering.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

JUNE 1, 2023

By Luke Carothers Located in the shadow of the Brooklyn Bridge in lower Manhattan’s historic Seaport, the Tin Building by Jean-Georges is a sprawling culinary destination. In more than a century of existence, the Tin Building has earned its reputation as a historic structure, but its existence has been challenged by both flood and fire.

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UK Construction Blog

OCTOBER 18, 2023

The post Breathing New Life into Historic Buildings: The Art and Science of Restoration appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Historical renovation projects require a delicate balance of preservation and adaptation. Extensive Research Guides the Project A successful historic renovation starts with in-depth research.

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The Pro Builder

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

A professor at Cornell University’s College of Architecture, Art, and Planning, Bronin helped develop the Connecticut Zoning Atlas and also chairs the US Advisory Council on Historic Preservation.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

MAY 18, 2023

Historic buildings and places, including modernist works and Brutalist experiments, wield increasing power in discussions of the future of cities. We’re going to talk about the complexities of climate change with sea level rise and the impact to historic buildings and sites on the Embarcadero waterfront,” says Page & Turnbull’s John D.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

MARCH 11, 2024

By Luke Carothers Once home to Riverside’s first fire station, a livery stable, and an automobile dealership, a historic structure is being reimagined and incorporated into a seven-story mixed-use podium project with 22,000 square-feet of retail space and 165 apartment units.

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Construction Daily News

SEPTEMBER 7, 2024

McLemore Cove is a beautiful and historic valley located in northwest Georgia. This area is known for its stunning landscapes and its rich cultural and historical significance. His legacy is preserved in the name McLemore Cove. John McLemore’s influence extended beyond just the name.

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Construction Specifier

OCTOBER 24, 2023

The exhibition celebrates Brutalist architecture in the nation’s capital, offering insight into the historical roots and future potential of iconic structures in D.C. Adaptive reuse significantly improves energy efficiency, reducing consumption by up to 40 percent, while preserving an important piece of architectural history.

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Construction Specifier

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

The project prioritized adaptive reuse of park structures, preservation of plants and trees, and the use of flood-resistant materials in line with regional history. The exterior was preserved, a new window connected the interior to the terrace, and the roof structure was updated to enhance the venue’s expansiveness.

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Construction Specifier

AUGUST 9, 2024

The site is situated on the outskirts of South Mountain Park Preserve, allowing for sweeping views of the diverse desert landscape and surrounding mountain vistas, while maintaining easy access to Arizona State University (ASU) and Phoenix’s Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX). Once our crew got the pattern down, installation was a breeze.”

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UK Construction Blog

OCTOBER 6, 2023

The post Lanterns and Rooflights to Bring Natural Light and Architectural Elegance to Spaces appeared first on UK Construction Blog. The lanterns and rooflights provide architectural features that have a crucial contribution to improving the aesthetics and performance of structures. These were primitive versions of rooflights.

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CCR Magazine

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

KMB Design Group, LLC (KMB) is excited to announce its collaboration with Metric Engineering for the design of thirteen (13) Electric Vehicle Hubs in the historic city of St. Augustine, FL. “We are very proud to have been selected by Metric Engineering and the City of St.

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UK Construction Blog

APRIL 14, 2024

If you’re considering upgrading your dwelling with modern conveniences while preserving its classic allure, understanding the nuances of window sash replacement is paramount. In conclusion, window sash replacement offers a transformative opportunity to modernize your home while preserving its intrinsic character.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

MARCH 11, 2024

One of the projects currently demonstrating the benefits of mass timber construction is the Ellis Preserve Mass Timber Office Building. The mass timber office building is part of Equus Capital Partners’ Ellis Preserve, which began in 2004 when they acquired the 218-acre site of the former Ellis School.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

APRIL 12, 2024

The Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation Archives (The Museum of Modern Art | Avery Architectural & Fine Arts Library, Columbia University, New York) WASHINGTON, D.C. – Director of Preservation and Collections, Fallingwater, and Jeremiah William McCarthy, Chief Curator, The Westmoreland Museum of American Art. Perkins, Sr. Kaufmann, Sr.

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Construction Specifier

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

By preserving and repurposing these structures, adaptive reuse projects contribute to preserving local culture, fostering a sense of continuity and forming a connection to the past for future generations. By Neall Digert, Ph.D

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ENR Construction

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

Focused on preserving the past, the design and construction team—with more than 800 tradespeople from 56 trade partners—delivered a historic piece of architecture ahead of time and under budget in December 2021.

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CCR Magazine

APRIL 22, 2024

His firm has comprehensive experience in projects of all scopes, ranging from governmental, institutional, hospitality, commercial, historic preservation and private developments. </p>

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BDC Network

JUNE 19, 2023

The marble-clad lobby at Millennium on LaSalle was preserved and reconditioned. Depending on the building, developers may be eligible for historic rehabilitation tax credits. For example, buildings on the LaSalle Street historic district in Chicago are in a National Register Historic District and are eligible for tax credits.

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CCR Magazine

AUGUST 9, 2024

The warehouse-to-office conversion is located within Nashville’s historic Germantown neighborhood and is part of the Taylor Place master development comprising office, residential and retail spaces. Strategic lighting was implemented to further accentuate the original brick and exposed ceilings.

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BDC Network

JULY 6, 2023

The responsibility of adapting historic university buildings 0 qpurcell Thu, 07/06/2023 - 10:44 Adaptive Reuse Shepley Bulfinch's David Whitehill, AIA, believes the adaptive reuse of historic university buildings is not a matter of sentimentality but of practicality, progress, and preservation.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

APRIL 18, 2023

T2D2 is an important tool for inspection professionals as well as building owners and managers who are looking to preserve the value and structural integrity of their assets. National Parks Service to identify deterioration early and throughout the life of an asset.

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BD+C

APRIL 22, 2019

Combining historic preservation, adaptive reuse, and contemporary architecture, Springfield Technical Community College’s new Campus Center repurposes a 764-foot-long by 55-foot-wide warehouse building originally constructed between 1846 and 1864.

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CivilJungle

OCTOBER 13, 2021

Introduction of Gothic Architecture. Since the day the human left caves and started living in houses, the birth of architecture occurred. Examples of some of these architectural styles include classic architectural style, Romanesque Architecture, Baroque Architecture, Brutalist Architecture, Neo-classical Architecture, and many more.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

JUNE 15, 2023

CNU’s annual awards recognize outstanding achievements in architecture, landscape architecture, urban design, and planning. Stantec was engaged to provide planning, architecture, and interior design along with National Landmark coordination for the first residential construction in the area in 60 years.

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Specification Product Update

JULY 30, 2024

Matthew Groom of Brierley Groom Architects specified the Spanish natural slate as it was in keeping with the original character of the building and the surrounding architecture. This obligation to preserve the unique and distinctive environment played an important part in the conversion.

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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

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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

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CCR Magazine

AUGUST 30, 2024

However, this presented a series of challenges that demanded innovative solutions to uphold the site’s historical significance, integrate seamlessly into its urban surroundings and prioritize occupant wellness, cost-effectiveness and energy efficiency. </p>

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