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 photos: Todd Mason, Halkin Mason Photography.
Reconstruction Awards | January 06, 2021 |
David Malone, Associate Editor
The Edward J. Stemmler Hall project has won a Bronze Award in BD+C’s 2020 Reconstruction Awards.
Market Data | January 05, 2021 |
AGC
Dwindling list of project starts forces contractors to lay off workers.
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Codes and Standards | January 05, 2021 |
Peter Fabris, Contributing Editor
Will accelerate pace of lead service line replacement.
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Codes and Standards | January 05, 2021 |
Peter Fabris, Contributing Editor
Some communities will have 90% of their affordable housing at risk.
The door manufacturer TruStile is moving into a new headquarters in Denver designed by Ware Malcomb, one of several projects the firm has completed over the past six or seven months. Image: Inside Out Studios
Architects | January 05, 2021 |
John Caulfield, Senior Editor
Its latest completion is an office/factory/warehouse combo for one of Marvin Window’s brands.
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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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Codes and Standards | January 04, 2021 |
Peter Fabris, Contributing Editor
Nearly 23% of employees will work from outside of offices.
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Market Data | January 04, 2021 |
AGC
Many commercial projects languish, even while homebuilding soars.
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Architects | January 04, 2021 |
AIA
Founded by Curt Moody, FAIA, NOMA, and the late engineer Howard E. Nolan, the firm’s work is centered on the belief...
Contractors | January 04, 2021 | Burns & McDonnell blog | John Maranowicz, Regional Construction/Design-Build Manager, Chicago
When value engineering is referenced in our industry, our minds may immediately go to a process that reduces projec...
Polhemus Memorial Clinic in 1897 (photo: Courtesy BKSK Architects) and Polhemus Residences today (photo: Amy Barkow/Barkow Photo).
Reconstruction Awards | December 30, 2020 |
ROBERT CASSIDY, EXECUTIVE EDITOR
Sazerac House, home of the official cocktail of the city of New Orleans. Photo: Katie Hartenstein, Ryan Gootee General Contractors LLC
Reconstruction Awards | December 29, 2020 |
ROBERT CASSIDY, EXECUTIVE EDITOR
The 51,987-sf Sazerac House is an interactive cocktail museum, active distillery, corporate headquarters, and event...
All photos courtesy Skender
Multifamily Housing | December 29, 2020 |
David Malone, Associate Editor
Perkins+Will designed the project.
Market Data | December 29, 2020 |
Yardi Matrix
Sales completions at end of Q3 were down over 41 percent from the same period a year ago.
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Codes and Standards | December 28, 2020 |
Peter Fabris, Contributing Editor
CROSSWALK web service accesses standards specific to projects from feasibility to turnover.
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Codes and Standards | December 28, 2020 |
Peter Fabris, Contributing Editor
One-stop-shop for information associated with technology validations in buildings.
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Market Data | December 28, 2020 |
AGC
Measure’s modest amount of funding for infrastructure projects and clarification that PPP loans may not be taxed wi...
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Mixed-Use | December 28, 2020 |
David Malone, Associate Editor
The project, dubbed The Smile, has recently completed construction.
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Codes and Standards | December 28, 2020 |
Peter Fabris, Contributing Editor
Directs defense, agriculture secretaries to review potential for wood frame construction on defense building projec...
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Codes and Standards | December 28, 2020 |
Peter Fabris, Contributing Editor
Rule would apply to projects on lots sized 20,000 sf or larger.
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Market Data | December 28, 2020 |
AGC
New York and Vermont record worst February-November losses, Virginia has largest pickup.
Lobby of the Old Chicago Post Office, a Platinum winner in BD+C's 37th Annual Reconstruction Awards. Photo: Eric Laignel/Eric Laignel Photography, courtesy Gensler
Reconstruction Awards | December 23, 2020 |
ROBERT CASSIDY, EXECUTIVE EDITOR
Most AEC firms have had experience using Geographic Information Systems software at some stage of their projects. Charts: Dodge Data & Analytics
AEC Tech | December 21, 2020 |
John Caulfield, Senior Editor
Future usage might boil down to competitive pressure, according to a Dodge Data & Analytics survey.
Esperanza Health Center's flagship is now inside what had been the Kensington Trust Company Building, which was renovated and rebranded as a clinic for North Philadelphia. Images: Don Pearse Photographers
Reconstruction Awards | December 18, 2020 |
John Caulfield, Senior Editor
BD+C’s Reconstruction Awards recognize the adaptive reuse of the Kensington Trust building.
Photo: Kelly Beck
Reconstruction Awards | December 18, 2020 |
David Malone, Associate Editor
The project has won a Bronze Award in BD+C's 2020 Reconstruction Awards.
Photo: Kate Joyce
Sustainability | December 17, 2020 |
David Malone, Associate Editor
Ross Barney Architects designed the project.
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Codes and Standards | December 17, 2020 |
Peter Fabris, Contributing Editor
Building owners can invest in new technology with no upfront cost.
AEC Tech | December 17, 2020 |
BD+C STAFF
The December 17 episode of BD+C's The Weekly is available for viewing on demand.
The Roundhouse, which was once used to stabilize train engines for repair, is being transformed into an innovation center for new businesses. Images: GBBN
Adaptive Reuse | December 17, 2020 |
John Caulfield, Senior Editor
The adaptive reuse of the Roundhouse is the latest step forward for Hazelwood Green.
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Multifamily Housing | December 16, 2020 |
Robert Cassidy, Editor, Multifamily Design+Construction
What can the multifamily real estate sector expect from Biden and Company? At the risk of having egg, if not a whol...
