Metal building systems are safe buildings, among other things, because of the inherent strong and resilient properties of steel.
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A community space in Clark Nexsen’s renovations to Edens Quad Residence Hall at Duke University.
University Buildings | August 03, 2020 | Peter Aranyi | Clark Nexsen Blog
Clark Nexsen’s Student Life practice leader, Peter Aranyi, discusses the benefits of renovation and why it offers particular value to campuses nationwide.
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North Hall will include a bridge to the existing building, and a future link across all buildings for a second floor internal walking path.
University Buildings | August 05, 2020 |
David Malone, Associate Editor
Dewberry designed the project.
The $78 million renovation of the 131-key Plaza Hotel at Pioneer Park in El Paso, Texas, was completed in June. The team, which included Cooper Carry and Forrest Perkins, reimagined the 1930s hotel with an eye toward establishing the facility as a regional destination. The lobby includes an intimate library (pictured). Photo courtesy Plaza Hotel Pioneer Park
Hotel Facilities | August 05, 2020 |
John Caulfield, Senior Editor
Modular and prefab construction are already more prominent.
All images courtesy B+H Architects
Healthcare Facilities | August 05, 2020 |
David Malone, Associate Editor
B+H Architects is designing the project.
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Codes and Standards | August 05, 2020 |
Peter Fabris, Contributing Editor
District heating and cooling systems boost efficiency.
Market Data | August 05, 2020 |
BD+C Editors
San Jose's new tallest tower and Virginia is the first state to adopt COVID-19 worker safety rules.
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Codes and Standards | August 04, 2020 |
Peter Fabris, Contributing Editor
Include social distancing requirements, notifications when co-worker tests positive, timelines to return to work af...
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The Spheres—the crown jewel of Amazon’s Seattle campus—went beyond the bounds of typical planning to achieve a stunning glass dome triumvirate.
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Resources | August 04, 2020 |
ICC
The publication provides an overview of requirements for mass timber construction as found in the 2015, 2018, and 2...
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Mixed-Use | August 04, 2020 |
David Malone, Associate Editor
Steinberg Hart designed the project.
Market Data | August 04, 2020 |
BD+C Editors
Construction spending decreases for fourth consecutive month and 100% affordable housing development breaks ground...
A recently published article pleads for the immediate recognition and issuing of suitable advice on mitigating control measures, which includes wearing masks.
Coronavirus | August 03, 2020 | Stantec Blog | Patrick Chambers
Health authorities say it’s important to understand the dangers of microdroplets. How might indoor ventilation need...
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Codes and Standards | August 03, 2020 |
Peter Fabris, Contributing Editor
Document focuses on switching appliances and equipment away from natural gas, propane.
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Market Data | August 03, 2020 |
AGC
Association officials warn further contraction is likely unless federal government enacts prompt, major investment...
Life of an Architect Podcast | August 03, 2020 | Bob Borson, FAIA
How does scale factor into the practice of architecture? For any architect, scale and proportion are two skills tha...
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Multifamily Housing | August 03, 2020 |
David Malone, Associate Editor
Van Meter Williams Pollack is designing the project.
Market Data | August 03, 2020 |
BD+C Editors
The future is a number game for retail and restaurants and 5 reasons universities are renovating student housing....
A community space in Clark Nexsen’s renovations to Edens Quad Residence Hall at Duke University.
University Buildings | August 03, 2020 | Clark Nexsen Blog | Peter Aranyi
Clark Nexsen’s Student Life practice leader, Peter Aranyi, discusses the benefits of renovation and why it offers p...
Clockwise from top left: Claire Dakhlia, LEED GA, Emory U alumna; Rob Cassidy, BD+C; Scott Shell, Duda|Paine Architects; Dr. Ben Perlman, Emory Student Center Director.
University Buildings | August 02, 2020 |
THE EDITORS OF BUILDING DESIGN+CONSTRUCTION
R&D hubs, modular-built hotels, and an award-winning student center on the August 6 “The Weekly”
Coronavirus | July 31, 2020 |
BD+C EDITORS
The July 30 episode of BD+C's "The Weekly" is available for viewing on demand.
Market Data | July 31, 2020 |
BD+C Editors
Vegas's newest resort and casino is packed with contactless technology and Mariott, Hilton, and IHG dominate the U....
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Market Data | July 30, 2020 |
Lodging Econometrics
Hilton’s Home2 Suites and IHG’s Holiday Inn Express continue to be the most prominent brands in the U.S. pipeline....
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Codes and Standards | July 30, 2020 |
Peter Fabris, Contributing Editor
Goal is to achieve net-zero construction by 2050.
All renderings courtesy Circa
Hotel Facilities | July 30, 2020 |
David Malone, Associate Editor
The resort is slated to open in late 2020.
CallisonRTKL designed Canada’s first 5G-ready store, Rogers 302, a technology retail hub and flexible event space that allows for immersive, digitally enabled experiences. Photo: Richard Caden Photography, courtesy CallisonRTKL
Retail Centers | July 30, 2020 |
John Caulfield, Senior Editor
Brick-and-mortar retailers, already gasping for air under pressure from ecommerce, were dealt a critical blow by th...
Market Data | July 30, 2020 |
BD+C Editors
Millennium Tower finally has a fix and construction costs decrease for the first time in 10 years.
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Codes and Standards | July 29, 2020 |
Peter Fabris, Contributing Editor
States, cities, and OSHA enforce social distancing, hand-washing regulations.
Market Data | July 29, 2020 |
AGC
New York City and Brockton-Bridgewater-Easton, Mass. have worst 12-month losses, while Austin and Walla Walla, Wash...
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Multifamily Housing | July 29, 2020 |
Jerry Guerra, Principal, The JAGG Group
Among the firms that work in the multifamily sector, 31% said that proposal activity increased in the second quarte...
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Multifamily Housing | July 29, 2020 |
David Malone, Associate Editor
Simpson Gumpertz & Heger will be the engineer-of-record for the fix.
The P.R. Mallory Building in Indianapolis has been transformed to house a middle and high school that are connected to Purdue University. Images: Schmidt Associates
Adaptive Reuse | July 29, 2020 |
John Caulfield, Senior Editor
Adaptive reuse preserved many of the building’s original features.
Market Data | July 29, 2020 |
BD+C Editors
The world's first net-zero airport and California utility adopts climate emergency declaration.