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S.M.A.R.T. campus combines 3 schools on one site

From the start of the design process for Santa Clara Unified School District’s new preK-12 campus, discussions moved beyond brick-and-mortar to focus on envisioning the future of education in Silicon Valley.


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| Aug 25, 2022

7 things to know about designing for Chinese multifamily developers

Seven tips for designing successful apartment and condominium projects for Chinese clients.

SMMA | Aug 22, 2022

For Gen Z, “enhanced communication” won’t cut it

As the fastest-growing generation, Generation Z, loosely defined as those born between the mid-1990s and early 2000s, has become a hot topic in conversations surrounding workplace design.

LPA | Aug 22, 2022

Less bad is no longer good enough

As we enter the next phase of our fight against climate change, I am cautiously optimistic about our sustainable future and the design industry’s ability to affect what the American Institute of Architects (AIA) calls the biggest challenge of our generation.

sponsored | | Aug 17, 2022

Mind the Gap

Incorporating temporary expansion joints on larger construction projects can help avoid serious consequences. Here's why and how.

sponsored | | Aug 17, 2022

Driven by Sustainability, Built to Suit Educational Needs

Kawneer offers a comprehensive product portfolio to enhance school efficiency by providing sustainable architecture, natural light and occupant comfort.

GWWO | Aug 17, 2022

Focusing on building envelope design and commissioning

Building envelope design is constantly evolving as new products and assemblies are developed.

GBBN | Aug 15, 2022

IF you build it, will they come? The problem of staff respite in healthcare facilities

Architects and designers have long argued for the value of respite spaces in healthcare facilities.

FMI | Aug 11, 2022

Commercial Energy Efficiency: Finally “In-the-Money!”

By now, many business leaders are out in front of policymakers on prioritizing the energy transition.

sponsored | CENTRIA | Aug 11, 2022

Read Me: West Pearland Library

CENTRIA single-skin Intercept Series and Concept Series panels in a custom color created the welcoming, contemporary exterior imagined for the new West Pearland Library. The solution also brought plenty of long-term performance benefits. 

SRG Partnership | Aug 10, 2022

Increasing the skilled workforce through career technical education

There is a shortage of skilled workers in the United States, a gap that has only gotten wider with the advent of COVID.

Southland Industries | Aug 9, 2022

5 Lean principles of design-build

Simply put, lean is the practice of creating more value with fewer resources. 

LPA | Aug 9, 2022

Designing healthy learning environments

Studies confirm healthy environments can improve learning outcomes and student success. 

SRG Partnership | Aug 8, 2022

Mass timber and net zero design for higher education and lab buildings

When sourced from sustainably managed forests, the use of wood as a replacement for concrete and steel on larger scale construction projects has myriad economic and environmental benefits that have been thoroughly outlined in everything from academic journals to the pages of Newsweek.