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on March 12,2012 in Feature

Retrofitting our existing commercial buildings is one of the key steps to overcoming the economic and environmental challenges we face.

on March 02,2012 in Product Review

Combining modular wall systems with an integrated application of sound-absorbing finishes and background sound masking resulted in an adaptable...

The building’s rugged history of service is captured in the reused building mate
on March 01,2012 in Feature

The reconstruction of a near-century-old derelict public works facility in Minneapolis earns LEED Platinum—and the hearts and minds of the...

Chapman Construction/Design, based in Newton, Mass., takes pride in its close-kn
on January 31,2012 in Feature

Chapman Construction/Design builds a working culture around sustainability—for its clients, and for its employees.

Rental Renaissance, The Rebirth of the Apartment Market
on January 03,2012 in Feature

Across much of the U.S., apartment rents are rising, vacancy rates are falling. In just about every major urban area, new multifamily rental...

Great Solutions BD+C December 2011
on December 10,2011 in Feature

The editors of Building Design+Construction present 10 “Great Solutions” that highlight innovative technology and products that can be used to...

AIA Rainscreens BD+C DEcember 2011
on December 10,2011 in Feature

Rainscreen system installed at the west building expansion of the University of Arizona’s Meinel Optical Sciences Center in Tucson, with its...

Glass balconies BD+C December 2011
on December 10,2011 in Feature

Operable glass balcony glazing systems provide solution to increase usable space in residential and commercial structures. 

BIM Article December 2011 BD+C
on December 10,2011 in Feature

Two innovations—program manager Gafcon’s SharePoint360 project management platform and a new BIM “wall creator” add-on developed by ClarkDietrich...

Best AEC Firms 2011
on December 09,2011 in Feature

Expertise-Driven Design: At EYP Architecture & Engineering, growing the business goes hand in hand with growing the firm’s people.

on November 11,2011 in Feature

What do ‘46.9,’ ‘886.2,’ and ‘171,271’ mean to you? Check here for the answer.

on November 11,2011 in Feature

Earn 1.0 AIA/CES learning units by studying this article and successfully completing the online exam. 

on November 11,2011 in Feature

The civilian and military branches of the federal government are looking for innovative, smart-thinking AEC firms to design and construct their...

on November 08,2011 in Feature (Web Exclusive)

Agglomerated tiles offer an appealing appearance similar to natural stone at a lower cost. To achieve successful installations, manufacturers...

on October 12,2011 in Feature

Elevators and escalators have been re-engineered to help building owners reduce energy consumption and move people more efficiently. 

The new outer envelope of the A.J. Celebrezze Federal Building serves as a therm
on October 12,2011 in Feature

An aged federal building gets wrapped in a new double wall glass skin.

on October 12,2011 in Feature

Office designs are adjusting to dramatic changes in employee work habits. Goodbye, cube farm. Hello, bright, open offices with plenty of...

on October 04,2011 in Feature (Web Exclusive)

Click here for the latest news and products from Greenbuild 2011, Oct. 4-7, in Toronto.

on August 19,2011 in Feature

Boyd R. Zoccola is Chair and Chief Elected Officer of BOMA International. A BOMA member since 1994, he has served on the Executive, Finance,...

on August 19,2011 in Feature

Our experts provide solid advice on the correct way to design and construct underfloor air distribution systems, to yield significant energy...