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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Industry Research | April 09, 2021 |
John Caulfield, Senior Editor
BD+C’s first-ever owners’ survey finds them focused on improving buildings’ performance for higher investment returns.
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All photos: Garrett Rowland
Office Building Design | March 16, 2021 |
David Malone, Associate Editor
The studio supports hybrid work models with agile layouts and integrated broadcast technologies.
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Market Data | March 16, 2021 |
AGC
Canceled projects, supply-chain woes threaten future jobs.
Renderings courtesy Presidium
Multifamily Housing | March 15, 2021 |
David Malone, Associate Editor
O’Brien Architects and Dwell Design Studio are designing the project.
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Codes and Standards | March 15, 2021 |
Peter Fabris, Contributing Editor
Legislation calls for ‘Innovation Zones’ that could become smart cities.
David Swartz, FAIA, meets with the HLW team to review construction documents for a Los Angeles project.
Architects | March 15, 2021 |
DAVID SWARTZ, FAIA, IIDA
A veteran designer looks back on the lessons his father, a contractor, taught him.
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Market Data | March 15, 2021 |
AGC
The same firms are already struggling to cope with pandemic impacts.
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Students at work at the EY Entrepreneurial Innovation Lab at the new Maurer Center, the home of Bowling Green State University's business school. Images: Jame Steinkamp Photography
Higher Education | March 13, 2021 |
John Caulfield, Senior Editor
Bowling Green’s new Maurer Center reflects a trend toward business-centric learning experiences.
Images courtesy HDR/Stantec
March 11, 2021 |
David Malone, Associate Editor
HDR and Stantec have been selected to design the project.
Architects | March 11, 2021 |
David Barista, Editorial Director
This new BD+C research project explores the leading drivers, sources of inspiration, and successful outcomes for de...
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Market Data | March 11, 2021 |
AGC
Costs and delayed deliveries of materials, parts, and supplies are vexing many contractors.
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Codes and Standards | March 11, 2021 |
Peter Fabris, Contributing Editor
City will take into account embedded carbon when contracting to buy construction products.
Coronavirus | March 11, 2021 |
BD+C STAFF
This week on The Weekly show, BD+C editors speak with AEC industry leaders about building products and systems that...
Photos: Alliance Residential
Multifamily Housing | March 10, 2021 |
David Malone, Associate Editor
Broadstone Queen City recently opened its doors to its first residents.
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Codes and Standards | March 10, 2021 |
Peter Fabris, Contributing Editor
AI, analytical software, Internet of Things are keys to decarbonization of built environment.
BioMarin develops innovative biopharmaceuticals for serious diseases and medical conditions, focusing on those that address unmet medical needs. The HED design team has completed multiple laboratory renovations and expansions for the company’s commercial and clinical manufacturing facilities, including this facility in Novato, California. Photo: HED
Laboratories | March 10, 2021 |
Leonora Georgeoglou, NCIDQ, LEED AP ID+C, and Dan Ringler, CID, HED
Creating a successful life sciences facility within the shell of a former office building can be much like that old...
Smart connectivity system installation. Photo: Brilliant Smart Home System
Multifamily Housing | March 10, 2021 |
PAUL BERGERON, CONTRIBUTING EDITOR
Smart connectivity systems are starting to become a must-have amenity in multifamily properties—and not just for up...
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Contractors | March 10, 2021 |
AGC
Democrats' vote in favor of the PRO Act will hurt workers and undermine the economic recovery, top construction ind...
All renderings courtesy SCB
Mixed-Use | March 09, 2021 |
David Malone, Asociate Editor
Solomon Cordwell Buenz designed the project.
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Codes and Standards | March 09, 2021 |
Code Council and Modular Building Institute developing standards and compliance protocols.
Renderings courtesy Starbucks
Sustainability | March 09, 2021 |
David Malone, Associate Editor
The store is set to open in Canada in mid-March.
Photo: Jarmoluk via Pixabay
Multifamily Housing | March 09, 2021 |
Yardi Matrix
Despite a disruptive pandemic, investor demand for multifamily real estate was strong in 2020, according to a newly...
Arup and Suffolk Construction are part of the Building Team for Northeastern University’s Interdisciplinary Science and Engineering complex, whose second phase is currently in the works. A new pedestrian bridge spanning five subway and rail lines provides a key link to the campus. Photo: Tanguy Marquis
Giants 300 | March 08, 2021 |
BD+C Staff
The 2021 Giants 400 Report will feature more than 130 AEC firm rankings across 25 building sectors and specialty ca...
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Market Data | March 08, 2021 |
AGC
Association officials urge congress and Biden administration to focus on new infrastructure funding.
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Codes and Standards | March 08, 2021 |
Peter Fabris, Contributing Editor
Letting blocks and streets pass their own rules could have impact.
Life of an Architect Podcast | March 08, 2021 | Tori Wickard
In this episode, we're talking about Material Health and Transparency as it pertains to the practice of architectur...
The skylit lap pool at Hub, a 750-unit rental community in Brooklyn, was the Cover image of our Summer 2019 Amenities issue. Photo: Evan Joseph, courtesy Dattner Architects
Multifamily Housing | March 07, 2021 |
ROBERT CASSIDY, EDITOR, MULTIFAMILY DESIGN+CONSTRUCTION
Request from Editori of Multifamily Design+Construction for photos showing project amenities, for next iss...
Environmentalist and author Aldo Leopold in Baraboo, Wis. Photo: Courtesy The Boldt Company
Contractors | March 07, 2021 |
THE BOLDT COMPANY
Photos: Tom Arban Photography
University Buildings | March 05, 2021 |
David Malone, Associate Editor
The 28-story tower is located in Toronto.
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Codes and Standards | March 05, 2021 |
Peter Fabris, Contributing Editor
New administration extends preferences for domestic construction materials.
