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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The Ritz-Carlton Residences sits on a 36-slip private marina in Miami Beach, Fla. The project team for Lionheart Capital’s 111-condominium community was led by Stantec (AOR). Residences are priced from $2 million to $40 million. Photo: Kim Sargent
Multifamily Housing | January 20, 2021 |
Mike Plotnick, Contributing Editor
The 1920s King Cole Hotel becomes the Ritz-Carlton Residences Miami in the largest residential adaptive reuse project in South Florida.
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The Elephant Museum in Thailand sits on 5,400 sm in Surin Province. Images: Spaceshift Studio
Cultural Facilities | October 13, 2020 |
John Caulfield, Senior Editor
The complex, in Surin Province, was built with 480,000 clay bricks.
Market Data | October 13, 2020 |
BD+C Editors
Miami Beach Convention Center renovation completes and guidance offered for K-12 schools to support students with a...
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Codes and Standards | October 12, 2020 |
Peter Fabris, Contributing Editor
Green purchasing policies for cleaning, filters, furniture and other products encouraged.
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Market Data | October 12, 2020 |
ABC
While many contractors have not yet seen drastic impacts to their business, as construction was in many areas consi...
Photo: Robin Hill
Events Facilities | October 12, 2020 |
David Malone, Associate Editor
Fentress Architects designed the project.
Life of an Architect Podcast | October 12, 2020 | Bob Borson, FAIA
At one point or another, every architecture student or graduate has a portfolio of their work that they have agoniz...
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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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Market Data | October 12, 2020 |
BD+C Editors
4 challenges of realizing BIM's value for an owner and Florida office property is designed for a post-Covid world....
Harlem Headquarters is expected to fill a void in Class A office space in New York's East Harlem neighborhood. Renderings: Gensler
Office Building Design | October 09, 2020 |
John Caulfield, Senior Editor
Big floor plates will accommodate tenant customization.
HVAC and electrical subcontractors could be most vulnerable to COVID-19 related increases in materials and labor pricing, according to a Consigli poll. Image: Pixabay
Contractors | October 09, 2020 |
John Caulfield, Senior Editor
Most trades confident they can find workers to hire to meet demand.
Coronavirus | October 08, 2020 |
BD+C Staff
The October 8 episode of BD+C's "The Weekly" is available for viewing on demand.
Office Building Design | October 08, 2020 |
David Malone, Associate Editor
Chesterfield is developing the project.
BIM and Information Technology | October 08, 2020 | Proving Ground |
In recent years, we have found our consulting practice engaging more and more with owners that are questioning the...
Gensler’s design for the Tarrant County College’s Northwest Campus in Texas, which includes fluid, exposed spaces that can adapt to students’ needs, is one of myriad design concepts the firm showcases in its annual report. Images: Gensler
Architects | October 08, 2020 |
John Caulfield, Senior Editor
The firm positions itself as a leading voice for how building design plays a central role in meeting society’s evol...
Market Data | October 08, 2020 |
BD+C Editors
The first rendering of the National Medal of Honor Museum is unveiled and seven urgent changes needed to fix senior...
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Coronavirus | October 07, 2020 |
AIA
Awards program highlights trends in healthcare facility designs.
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Codes and Standards | October 07, 2020 |
Peter Fabris, Contributing Editor
At least 20 programs for new construction, major renovations emerge.
Museums | October 07, 2020 |
David Malone, Associate Editor
Rafael Viñoly Architects designed the project.
Market Data | October 07, 2020 |
BD+C Editors
Water-filled windows' effect on energy and construction begins on PGA of America HQ.
Tenants are spending more time indoors than ever before which puts a premium on healthy indoor air.
Sponsored Content | October 06, 2020 | Panasonic |
Tenants expect healthy indoor air presenting both risk and opportunity for builders and owners.
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Codes and Standards | October 06, 2020 |
Peter Fabris, Contributing Editor
Expanded programs, resources address impact of climate change.
First-Place Winner: BANIYA, The Green Gateway, designed by Nikhil Bang and Kaushal Tatiya from the Southern California Institute of Architecture.
Airports | October 06, 2020 |
Fentress Architects
Winning projects reimagine airport mobility in the year 2100 for one of the 20 busiest airports in the world.
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Sports and Recreational Facilities | October 06, 2020 |
David Malone, Associate Editor
Page is designing the project.
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Great Solutions | October 06, 2020 |
David Malone, Associate Editor
New research shows how water-filled glass could help heat and cool buildings.
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Market Data | October 06, 2020 |
AGC
Many commercial firms experience project cancellations.
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Codes and Standards | October 06, 2020 |
Peter Fabris, Contributing Editor
Week-long ICC Learn Live will include panel conversations, keynotes, and breakout sessions around key topics...
Market Data | October 06, 2020 |
BD+C Editors
Construction rises 1.4% in August while nonresidential construction spending falls slightly.
ProCONNECT events give design and building professionals the opportunity to meet 1-on-1 with manufacturers about current and future projects.
Industry Research | October 05, 2020 |
PROCONNECT STAFF
SGC Horizon ProConnect 2021 schedule for Education, Multifamily, Office, and Single Family events.
Sponsored Content | Multifamily Housing | October 05, 2020 | Boingo: Where Connectivity Meets Community | BOINGO: WHERE CONNECTIVITY MEETS COMMUNITY
A Q&A with Boingo SVP Michael Zeto about the newest generation of Wi-Fi technology
Market Data | October 05, 2020 |
ABC
Of the 16 nonresidential subcategories, nine were down on a monthly basis.
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Codes and Standards | October 05, 2020 |
Peter Fabris, Contributing Editor
First update to decade-old technical documents released.
