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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Walbridge teamed with architect Integrated Design Solutions on a 20-month renovation of The Michigan Union, the University of Michigan’s iconic 1919 student union. The project involved upgrades to the MEP systems and elevators, a roof replacement, and restoration of 540 of the building’s original windows. Courtesy Walbridge
Contractors | December 04, 2020 |
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Contractors are more receptive than ever to ways that help get projects done faster.
Healthcare Facilities | December 04, 2020 |
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5 infection control principles used in high-containment facilities.
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Codes and Standards | December 04, 2020 |
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Agency releases guidance on lessons learned from pandemic inspections.
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HDR, Jacobs, and Turner head BD+C's rankings of the nation's largest science and technology (S+T) facilities sector...
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Get inspired! Brick’s adaptability has made it the premier building material for centuries even as styles come and go. Nothing says “classic” like brick, but nothing says “innovative” like brick either. Check out some examples of how fired clay brick remains a major presence in the 21st Century designer’s palette.
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Clayco, Jacobs, and Ware Malcomb top BD+C's rankings of the nation's largest industrial buildings sector architectu...
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AECOM, Gensler, and Jacobs head BD+C's rankings of the nation's largest convention center sector architecture, engi...
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Gensler, Jacobs, and STO Building Group head BD+C's rankings of the nation's largest reconstruction sector architec...
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AECOM, Gilbane, and PBK head BD+C's rankings of the nation's largest K-12 school facilities sector architecture, en...
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Kimley-Horn, Mortenson, and Populous top BD+C's rankings of the nation's largest sports facilities sector architect...
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Gensler, Jacobs, and STO Building Group head BD+C's rankings of the nation's largest office building sector archite...
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Gensler, Jacobs, and Suffolk Construction top BD+C's rankings of the nation's largest hotel sector architecture, en...
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HDR, Jacobs, and Turner top BD+C's rankings of the nation's largest healthcare facilities sector architecture, engi...
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HNTB, Jacobs, and Turner top BD+C's rankings of the nation's largest government sector architecture, engineering, a...
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AECOM, Arup, and Populous head BD+C's rankings of the nation's largest cultural facilities sector architecture, eng...
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Corgan, Jacobs, and Whiting-Turner Contracting Company top BD+C's rankings of the nation's largest data center faci...
101 Top Products | December 03, 2020 |
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InPro's BioPrism solid surface material and INOX's MicroArmor are among the 10 new interior products to make Bu...
101 Top Products | December 03, 2020 |
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Kohler's Graze smart faucet and Bradley Corp.'s L-shaped WashBar are among the 5 new plumbing products to make ...
101 Top Products | December 03, 2020 |
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Building Design+Construction readers and editors select their top building products for the past 12 months...
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ASSA ABLOY's Rockwood hands-free door pulls and Modernfold's PureView Glass Wall Partition are among the 8 new wind...
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Viewrail's Terrace floating stair system and USG's EcoSmart Panels are among the 10 new structural products to make...
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Market Data | December 03, 2020 |
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Widespread project postponements and cancellations force layoffs.
CallisonRTKL worked with Fido, a cellphone service provider, on a store redesign that moves away from the strictly transactional to a more relaxed environment that encourages conversation between staff and customers. Photo: ©Ben Rahn/A-Frame, courtesy CRTKL
Giants 300 | December 02, 2020 |
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Gensler, Jacobs, and PCL Construction top BD+C's rankings of the nation's largest retail sector architecture, engin...
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Gensler, AECOM, and Turner Construction top BD+C's rankings of the nation's largest university sector architecture,...
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Clark Group, Humphreys & Partners Architects, and Kimley-Horn head BD+C's rankings of the nation's largest mult...
101 Top Products | December 02, 2020 |
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Viracon's Thermal Spacer and YKK's YWW 50 TU Thermally Broken Window Wall are among the 7 new glass and glazing pro...
101 Top Products | December 02, 2020 |
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Mad Elevator's Toe-To-Go and GE's UltraFresh Washers are among the 12 new building systems products to make Bui...
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Market Data | December 02, 2020 |
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Eliminates requirement for a Passive House consultant and attendant modeling.
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Market Data | December 02, 2020 |
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Residential construction expands as many commercial projects languish.
