Construction Specifier

MAY 23, 2024

Bjarke Ingels Group (BIG), BNIM, and the University of Kansas (KU) School of Architecture & Design, have unveiled a new mass timber building called Makers’ KUbe. The 4,645 m 2 (50,000 sf) mass timber cube structure is optimized to reduce material and curtail carbon-intensive concrete.

Building Design 59

Building Design Building Optimization Building Materials Architecture 59

Civil + Structural Engineer

MARCH 29, 2024

Because of the ever-evolving expectations for new healthcare facilities to provide visitors and patients with optimal comfort, the plans for the new tower included unique yet challenging design elements. PERI USA was selected as the sole provider for formwork systems and shoring towers to accommodate the unique design requirements.

Structural Systems 264

Structural Systems Flooring Systems Building Optimization Heavy Lifting Transportation 264

Construction Placements

APRIL 4, 2024

Mastering Building Architecture and Structural Design: A Comprehensive Guide Dive into the world of building architecture and structural design, where safety meets aesthetics and sustainability.

Building Design 106

Building Design Architecture Sustainability Building Optimization 106

BD+C

SEPTEMBER 24, 2020

Smart building analytics and building optimization tools. • Community storm shelter design. This week on The Weekly show, BD+C editors spoke with leaders from BR Architects, DLR Group, and Thomas Jefferson University about three timely trends: . The future of smart cities. WATCH THE SEGMENTS ON DEMAND BELOW .

Building Optimization 75

Building Optimization Building Design 75

iField Smart

JULY 16, 2024

Construction Drawing Software: A Digital Revolution in Building Design and Management The construction industry has always been a complex dance of design, engineering, logistics , and collaboration. This expedites the design process, reduces repetitive tasks, and minimizes human error.

Construction Management 83

Construction Management Building Design Cost Control Project Management 83

Strong Tie

MARCH 12, 2024

Simpson Strong-Tie is participating in NHERI Converging Design , the third phase of testing a six-story mass timber building on the NHERI UCSD shake table. This project follows up on the testing of a ten-story mass timber building with the NHERI TallWood project. Learn more about this project and our live testing event.

Building Resilience 72

Building Resilience Building Design Structural Systems Building Optimization 72

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.

Building Design 52

Building Design Flooring Systems Wall Systems Building Materials 52

Construction Marketing

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

In the world of commercial building design, the choice of materials plays a crucial role in shaping both the aesthetics and efficiency of the final structure. ACM panels are available in a wide range of colors and finishes, making them a versatile option for creating unique and visually striking building facades.

Building Materials 73

Building Materials Building Design Wall Systems Structural Systems 73

CCR Magazine

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

The realm of construction has significantly embraced the design-build approach for its capacity to streamline project delivery and promote collaboration among key stakeholders; at its core, this methodology integrates designers and builders into a cohesive team–a unit that works together from project inception through completion.

Building Design 59

Building Design Building Code Compliance Collaboration Quality Assurance 59

CCR Magazine

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

Unfortunately, one of the biggest issues standing in the way of this goal is the building industry. Buildings, which include the energy used for construction and design as well as for operation, account for over one-third of global carbon emissions according to the International Energy Agency (IEA).

Building Design 52

Building Design Renewable Energy Systems Energy Efficiency Building Performance Measurement 52

Construction Marketing

MARCH 30, 2023

Engineering in harsh environments poses a distinct set of challenges that call for innovative and robust design solutions. Material Selection Selecting the appropriate materials is essential for designing structures in harsh environments. When designing military shelter systems , the material choice becomes even more critical.

Building Design 110

Building Design Renewable Energy Systems Structural Systems Energy Efficiency 110

BD+C

FEBRUARY 25, 2020

A new ISO standard has the goal of optimizing building use to realize a structure’s full potential throughout its life cycle. ISO 20887, Sustainability in buildings and civil engineering works , pertains to design for disassembly and adaptability.

Building Optimization 100

Building Optimization Building Standards Building Design Sustainability 100

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. Welcome to a world where designing your dream space is simpler than you ever imagined.

Building Design 62

Building Design Architecture Painting/finishing Building Code Compliance 62

Civil + Structural Engineer

MAY 6, 2024

Global leader in sustainable design and engineering Stantec provided programming, master planning, architecture, and interior design for the 31,500-square-foot, three-structure facility comprised of an operations, maintenance, and vehicle wash buildings for about 80 transit vehicles. This is a spectacular design.

Maintenance 130

Maintenance Electrical Systems Building Resilience Energy Efficiency 130

The Pro Builder

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

Panelists discussed AI’s ability to generate accurate ceiling plans and optimize material usage, bringing greater efficiency to construction processes. The general contractor identified precision, performance and materials as three areas where AI is already providing impact, said Roger Grant, vice president of building technology at NIBS.

Building Optimization 147

Building Optimization Building Materials Building Design Construction Management 147

The Pro Builder

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

Maarten involved three connecting, four-story buildings to add 98 new hotel rooms. The buildings also had to be designed for seismic and hurricane-wind loads to withstand potential natural disasters of the waterfront location.

Energy Efficiency 246

Energy Efficiency Building Resilience Building Optimization Painting/finishing 246

The Pro Builder

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

Maarten involved three connecting, four-story buildings to add 98 new hotel rooms. The buildings also had to be designed for seismic and hurricane-wind loads to withstand potential natural disasters of the waterfront location.

Energy Efficiency 244

Energy Efficiency Building Resilience Building Optimization Painting/finishing 244

Civil + Structural Engineer

JULY 25, 2023

BOSTON, MA – Today, Digital Twin Consortium ® (DTC) published The Why and the What of Digital Twin Building Performance and Sustainability: An Owner’s Perspective. The guide also discusses digital twins’ positive effects in optimizing long-term building performance. “As

Building Optimization 245

Building Optimization Building Resilience Sustainability Public Works 245

The Pro Builder

OCTOBER 23, 2023

Affordable Housing Community Utilizes Universal Design qpurcell Mon, 10/23/2023 - 10:14 About 8% of Maine residents ages 18 to 64 live with a mobility disability that significantly affects their daily activities, according to supportive housing provider 3i Housing of Maine (3i HoME).

Building Controls 264

Building Controls Flooring Systems Quality Control Electrical Systems 264

Civil + Structural Engineer

JULY 21, 2023

. – The latest title from the American Society of Civil Engineer’s, Snow Loads: Guide to the Snow Load Provisions of ASCE 7- 22 supplies detailed, authoritative explanations of the snow load provisions contained in Minimum Design Loads and Associated Criteria for Buildings and Other Structures , Standard ASCE/SEI 7-22.

Building Resilience 246

Building Resilience Building Standards Building Optimization Building Design 246

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.”

Energy Efficiency 147

Energy Efficiency Green Building Building Automation Flooring Systems 147

UK Construction Blog

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

The post Learn About the Latest News on Building Optimism in the UK, Redrow to Be Acquired by Barratt, North Wales Hosts UK’s First Carbon Capture Cement Plant And MPs Advise Building to ‘Embrace Tech’ appeared first on UK Construction Blog. UK construction business optimism at its greatest since January 2022.

Building Optimization 57

Building Optimization Building Materials Government Works Building Commissioning 57

Stok

JULY 31, 2019

While we love good intentions, the design of a high performance building doesn’t mean much if it doesn’t operate at the performance standard it was designed to. All too often, building performance is the focus of the design phase but left to chance in operations. But these losses are avoidable.

Building Commissioning 53

Building Commissioning Building Optimization Building Controls Cost Control 53

Civil + Structural Engineer

JUNE 10, 2024

Fabric building companies offer several services to help ensure successful facility projects. By Eric Donnay, Legacy Building Solutions Decades ago, acquiring a tension fabric structure didn’t require much of a process. It was simple, it was cheap, and it was fast— but it did not always yield an optimal result for the facility.

Steel Fabrication 130

Steel Fabrication Controls Manufacturing Structural Systems Building Design 130

Construction Enquirer

JULY 19, 2023

Canary Wharf Group and Kadans Science Partner have secured planning approval from Tower Hamlets Council for a new commercial health and life sciences building. hectare site are already well underway and the building, designed by Kohn Pedersen Fox Associates, is anticipated to complete in 2027. Enabling works on the 3.3

Renewable Energy Systems 211

Renewable Energy Systems Energy Efficiency Building Optimization Site Planning 211

The Pro Builder

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

It also describes uses of AI during the construction project lifecycle, including preconstruction, construction, and building maintenance. We can lean on AI in achieving essential goals like upskilling, workforce development, knowledge transfer, supply chain optimization, enhanced safety design and planning, and much more,” says Scarpati.

Building Automation 264

Building Automation Lean Construction Building Optimization Building Codes 264

PN - Project Management

MAY 16, 2022

Commercial buildings account for a large percentage of the overall carbon emissions in the world. Due to this alarming statistic, building or retrofitting structures in line with green initiatives and transitioning to a sustainable building method are logical solutions to reduce C02 emissions.

Green Building 52

Green Building Building Design HVAC System Installation Renewable Energy Systems 52

Civil + Structural Engineer

AUGUST 31, 2023

Technicians found that the FRP deck was in optimal condition with minor maintenance needed for overlay cracking at the joints and connection holes,” says Scott Reeve, business development for CCG. “It CCG has the design-build and structural fabrication expertise to provide engineered systems and OEM solutions.

Steel Fabrication 264

Steel Fabrication Structural Systems Building Materials Manufacturing Building Optimization 264

Civil + Structural Engineer

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

By Shannon Humbert, Legacy Building Solutions Rigid-frame fabric buildings offer a permanent solution for athletic facilities. For many entities, both public and private, the need for an athletics and recreation facility comes down to two options: A permanent brick and mortar building, or a lower-cost fabric bubble.

Steel Fabrication 130

Steel Fabrication HVAC System Installation Structural Systems Fire Protection System Installation 130

Civil + Structural Engineer

JUNE 24, 2024

The mixed-use project would be one of Metro Vancouver’s largest and most prominent redevelopments Global integrated architecture and engineering firm Stantec has been selected to design the Metropolis at Metrotown redevelopment project, a transformation of a traditional retail mall into an iconic city center for Burnaby, British Columbia.

Site Planning 130

Site Planning Building Optimization Sustainability Building Design 130

Civil + Structural Engineer

MARCH 11, 2024

The entire 100,000 square foot renovation project was focused on transforming the existing historic University Hall campus building into a new home for the College of Continuing Studies.

Structural Systems 197

Structural Systems Electrical Systems Building Optimization HVAC Systems 197

AEC Business

APRIL 29, 2019

Design, like everything else in a construction project, is a collaborative effort. Even with digital tools, collaboration across design disciplines is not yet optimal. An experimental project thus set out to test whether algorithmic design could help streamline the interaction between architects and structural engineers.

Building Design 52

Building Design Collaboration Building Optimization Engineering 52

Construction Placements

OCTOBER 25, 2023

Using BIM To Make Construction More Sustainable: How It works Discover the transformative power of Building Information Modeling (BIM) in the construction industry. This post delves into how BIM not only streamlines project management and design processes but also plays a crucial role in advancing sustainable construction practices.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 105

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Sustainability Energy Efficiency Building Optimization 105

Civil + Structural Engineer

AUGUST 18, 2023

Tristan Schwartzman is a leading designer and champion of energy-efficiency innovations in Greater New York City. The firm is also one of the region’s leaders in certifying ENERGY STAR® buildings. The award will be presented on October 24 th in Orlando, FL, in conjunction with the AEE World Energy Conference & Expo.

Energy Efficiency 246

Energy Efficiency Engineering Building Commissioning Building Optimization 246

The Pro Builder

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

Ways to Improve Home Building Productivity, Part 2: Automation ibush Thu, 02/15/2024 - 15:31 Home builders can maximize efficiencies gained through simplification and standardization by automating both on-site and back-office operations Tony L. Consider the potential benefits of off-site construction to your current home building process.

Building Automation 204

Building Automation Building Materials Manufacturing Site Planning Controls Manufacturing 204

CCR Magazine

AUGUST 22, 2024

In the commercial real estate sector, artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming how workspaces are designed, managed, and maintained. By integrating AI with building management systems, property managers can ensure optimal conditions for occupants, reducing the risk of health issues such as respiratory problems or allergies.

Renewable Energy Systems 52

Renewable Energy Systems Sustainability Real Estate Development Energy Efficiency 52

The Pro Builder

APRIL 10, 2024

6th Annual MVP Awards: Doors + Windows ibush Thu, 04/11/2024 - 01:43 GOLD Marvin Elevate Bi-Fold Door Image: Marvin The Elevate Bi-Fold Door is a contemporary, scenic door that offers design applications for a variety of spaces.

Wall Systems 130

Wall Systems Building Optimization Building Design Building Materials 130