The prototype, developed by researchers at the University of Stuttgart, employs autonomous aerial vehicles to constantly reconfigure canopy systems for use in public spaces. All photos courtesy University of Stuttgart.
Great Solutions | November 08, 2018 | David Malone, Associate Editor
The installation combines cyber-physical building materials constructed from lightweight carbon fiber filament with a collection of autonomous drones.
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Codes and Standards | September 27, 2018 | Peter Fabris, Contributing Editor
Employees crave sunshine and views of the outdoors more than cafeterias, fitness centers, and childcare.
Retail Centers | September 27, 2018 | David Malone, Associate Editor
The project is designed by PDG Architects and ANTEPE.
Hong Kong Duty Zero © Propaganda Studio Asia
Retail Centers | September 26, 2018 | CallisonRTKL blog | Kevin Horn and Shirley Cheng
Kevin Horn and Shirley Cheng explore how a new generation of travelers is disrupting airport retail.
Codes and Standards | September 26, 2018 | Peter Fabris, Contributing Editor
Choice of insulating materials can impact indoor air quality, resident health.
Courtesy Port Canaveral
Transit Facilities | September 26, 2018 | David Malone, Associate Editor
Once completed, Carnival’s new 180,000-ton ship will homeport in the new Cruise Terminal 3.
Plant Prefab operates a 62,000-sf modular production factory in Rialto, Calif. It plans to use its latest series of financing to invest in new senior hires, strengthening its sales and marketing teams, and further developing its building system. Image: Plant Prefab
Modular Building | September 25, 2018 | John Caulfield, Senior Editor
Los Angeles-based Plant Prefab targets single- and multifamily construction.
The Peloton cycling studio at Spoke Apartments, Chicago, developed by Bond Companies with Morgan Holdings. A separate fitness space has strength-training gear, WELLBEATS fitness-on-demand, and a yoga studio. A one-acre outdoor amenity space has a pool, bocce court, and entertainment areas. Photo: Spoke Apartments.
Multifamily Housing | September 25, 2018 | Peter Fabris, Contributing Editor
Equipment choice, room size, program offerings—a lot of thinking has to go into creating a fitness facility that pays...
Market Data | September 25, 2018 | ABC
More than three in four construction firms expect that sales will continue to rise over the next six months, while th...
Codes and Standards | September 25, 2018 | Peter Fabris, Contributing Editor
Executives concerned about trade policy, labor shortages, approval processes.
Courtesy SkB Architects
Mixed-Use | September 25, 2018 | David Malone, Associate Editor
SkB Architects designed the development.
Sponsored Content | September 24, 2018 | Deltek
CDG turned to Deltek Project Information Management (PIM) to improve its document management and streamline processes...
Jason Takeuchi, AIA, NCARB, Architect, Ferraro Choi and Associates, Honolulu
40 Under 40 | September 24, 2018 | BD+C Staff
These AEC stars are making their mark in business, philanthropy, and in their communities.
Architects | September 24, 2018 | Stantec Blog | Mike Gervasi
While offering efficiency and flexibility, modular construction requires extensive planning and collaboration to avoi...
Market Data | September 24, 2018 | Lodging Econometrics
There are 5,988 projects/1,133,017 rooms currently under construction worldwide.
Photo: Miguel de Guzmán / Imagen Subliminal
Multifamily Housing | September 24, 2018 | Adam Sullivan, Contributing Editor
Using bold cantilevering and imaginative structural design, ODA and its project team created a 12-story building whos...
A new JLL report provides in-depth breakdowns for the cost of office fit outs in the U.S. and Canada, based on more than 2,800 projects that the firm has managed. Image: JLL
Market Data | September 21, 2018 | John Caulfield, Senior Editor
This year’s analysis draws from 2,800 projects.
Sponsored Content | Metals | September 21, 2018 | Star Building Systems |
Church expansion project combines unconventional aesthetic design with high-performance building envelope components....
Codes and Standards | September 21, 2018 | Peter Fabris, Contributing Editor
Includes mandatory rest breaks, heat-exposure monitoring, record-keeping injury requirement.
Market Data | September 21, 2018 | John Caulfield, Senior Editor
The AIA Consensus Construction Forecast is projecting 4.7% growth in nonresidential construction spending in 2018....
The main entry to Mulligan School on Sheffield Avenue has a gray limestone surround with foliate ornament and a tall pediment set on pilasters. The iron fence was reclaimed from remnant pieces after the fire and remade from scratch to match the original.
Multifamily Housing | September 21, 2018 | Robert Cassidy, Executive Editor
A project team soldiers on in the wake of a nightmarish turn of events.
360° cameras could surpass stationary laser scanners as the tool of choice to document construction, according to a new report that polls more than 250 AEC firms and service providers. Image: Pixabay
Building Technology | September 20, 2018 | John Caulfield, Senior Editor
More firms are adding scanning and photography to their services.
Codes and Standards | September 20, 2018 | Peter Fabris, Contributing Editor
Policies may have undermined ability to make coastal regions more resilient.
Courtesy KAI Design & Build
Education Facility | September 20, 2018 | David Malone, Associate Editor
Arcturis is the Architect for the project.
Image by Rasmus Hjortshoj.
Retail Centers | September 20, 2018 | David Malone, Associate Editor
The restaurant comprises 11 spaces, each with their own unique function.
“The supply of condos out there is high end and much larger in size,” said Tom Weeks, Executive General Manager for Development, Lendlease. Photo: Pixabay
Multifamily Housing | September 19, 2018 | Robert Cassidy, Executive Editor
The growth of keyless entry solutions and demand for oversized units are among the trends and ideas shared at Marcus...
Architects | September 19, 2018 | Abundance: The Paladino Blog | Deborah Hanamura
There are two shifts that we are seeing in parking lot planning and design – and these shifts are rooted in parking’s...
Codes and Standards | September 19, 2018 | Peter Fabris, Contributing Editor
Would spur more energy conservation in buildings and cut carbon emissions.
Photo: David Sundberg
Office Building Design | September 19, 2018 | David Malone, Associate Editor
CetraRuddy designed the office building.
Products and Services | September 18, 2018 | David Malone, Associate Editor
These products brought a unique element and provided solutions to these six projects.
