When choosing an architectural coatings system, there are an abundance of qualities to look for. An architect or specifier desires a coating system that is sustainable and durable. Additionally, a coatings system must provide the aesthetic properties needed by the architect as well, not only at the time of initial coating, but for decades to come.
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Montgomery County is building a new Justice Center (right), that will be connected to the 119-year-old courthouse in Norristown, Pa. Images: Skidmore, Owings & Merrill
Justice Facilities | June 15, 2021 |
John Caulfield, Senior Editor
Versions of this civic project have been in the works since at least 2015.
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A section of a rendering showing how a flexible learning village might lay out. The image comes from HMC Architects, one of the AEC firms that Los Angeles County consulted for its new design guidelines for outdoor learning.
K-12 Schools | June 20, 2021 |
John Caulfield, Senior Editor
The report covers everything from funding and site prep recommendations to whether large rocks can be used as seati...
Photos: Benny Chan
University Buildings | June 18, 2021 |
David Malone, Associate Editor
Steinberg Hart designed the project.
Adaptive reuse for hospitality, with Frank Cretella of Landmark Developers
Hotel Facilities | June 18, 2021 |
BD+C Staff
Learn how one real estate developer is innovating in the hospitality sector.
Healthcare Facilities | June 17, 2021 | Gresham Smith Blog | Margaret Sutton AIA, LEED AP, In-San Chiang, NOMA, Lesa Lorusso, Ph.D., MBA, MSArch, Allied AIA, ASID, RID, NCIDQ
Because exposure to 85 dBs and up over time can damage hearing, regular workers in ORs are reporting noise-related...
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Market Data | June 17, 2021 |
U.S. Chamber of Commerce
88% indicate difficulty in finding skilled workers; of those, 35% have turned down work because of it.
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Codes and Standards | June 17, 2021 |
Peter Fabris, Contirbuting Editor
Elimination of mandatory parking allotments encourages new projects.
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As architects design high-performing commercial buildings, supporting life safety via perimeter fire containment systems is critical. Specifying a tested, listed assembly that incorporates six essential design elements and withstands extreme testing conditions can help architects support passive life safety and optimize opportunities for egress during a commercial building fire.
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All images courtesy Grain London
Mixed-Use | June 17, 2021 |
David Malone, Associate Editor
The building had been closed to the public for over a century.
Market Data | June 16, 2021 |
ABC
Construction input prices are 24.3% higher than a year ago, while nonresidential construction input prices increase...
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Codes and Standards | June 16, 2021 |
Peter Fabris, Contributing Editor
Florida takes top spot for strongest building code in latest IBHS survey.
WM Veteran's Village
Architects | June 16, 2021 |
BSB Design
The acquisition marks a pivotal step in BSB Design’s long-term strategic plan.
Renderings courtesy Populous
Sports and Recreational Facilities | June 16, 2021 |
David Malone, Associate Editor
The project will include fields for public use.
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Market Data | June 16, 2021 |
AGC
The 24.3% increase in prices for materials used in construction from May 2020 to last month was nearly twice as gre...
Montgomery County is building a new Justice Center (right), that will be connected to the 119-year-old courthouse in Norristown, Pa. Images: Skidmore, Owings & Merrill
Justice Facilities | June 15, 2021 |
John Caulfield, Senior Editor
Versions of this civic project have been in the works since at least 2015.
Courtesy Pixabay
Codes and Standards | June 15, 2021 |
Peter Fabris, Contributing Editor
Supply projected to fall 4.5 million units short in 2022.
Images courtesy SWA Group
Architects | June 15, 2021 |
David Malone, Associate Editor
SWA Group designed the project.
Photo Courtesy Ken Lund, Wikimedia Commons
Architects | June 15, 2021 |
CAC and Chicago Architectural Club
Competition seeks to give State of Illinois Center new life while preserving its architecture and public character....
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Codes and Standards | June 15, 2021 |
Peter Fabris, Contributing Editor
New law will go into effect on July 1, 2021.
University Buildings | June 14, 2021 |
David Malone, Associate Editor
Hord Coplan Macht designed the project in collaboration with William Rawn Associates.
Renderings courtesy Arquitectonica
Multifamily Housing | June 14, 2021 |
David Malone, Associate Editor
Arquitectonica is designing the project.
Renderings courtesy SB Architects
Mixed-Use | June 14, 2021 |
David Malone, Associate Editor
The development is located 25 miles west of downtown Washington, D.C.
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Market Data | June 11, 2021 |
Uswitch
As the country that set up the LEED initiative, the US is a natural leader in constructing green buildings.
Renderings courtesy Safdie Architects
Mixed-Use | June 10, 2021 |
David Malone, Associate Editor
The project comprises nine towers in total.
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Codes and Standards | June 10, 2021 |
Peter Fabris, Contributing Editor
Buildings Dept. issues new safety legislation for City Council consideration.
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Healthcare Facilities | June 10, 2021 |
David Malone, Associate Editor
E4H Architecture designed the project.
Renderings courtesy SOM
Transit Facilities | June 10, 2021 |
David Malone, Associate Editor
The stop is one of the busiest in the city.
TimberQuest, which uses prefabricated mass timber components, can significantly reduce a project's design and construction periods. Images: Courtesy of XL Construction
Wood | June 10, 2021 |
John Caulfield, Senior Editor
TimberQuest brand seeks to avoid overinvestment in production that has plagued other CLT providers.
Office Building Design | June 10, 2021 |
BD+C Staff
Office design experts from NELSON Worldwide propose a new concept for the workplace, one that resembles the social...
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Codes and Standards | June 09, 2021 |
Peter Fabris, Contributing Editor
Includes improved guidance on thermal comfort, revisions to air filtration requirements.
Multifamily Housing | June 09, 2021 |
David Malone, Associate Editor
The luxury apartment community is located in the heart of Los Angeles.
