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Image courtesy LS3P
Storytelling tactics that help set the framework for compelling and thoughtful proposals.
June 20, 2025
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Photo courtesy CO Architects
As types of education spaces evolve, CO Architects is continually exploring emerging trends shaping the future of interiors in higher education. Here are six trends, from flexibility...
June 18, 2025
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Photo courtesy BWBR
BWBR’s Architectural Design Manager Kyle Lunke and Principal Craig Peterson discuss how athletic facilities drive enrollment, enhance student wellness, and strengthen institutional...
June 16, 2025
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2025 Workplace Trends and Insights Report by Graphite Design Group
Graphite Design Group shares several insights from its 2025 Workplace Trends and Insights Report, including trends to watch for 2026.
June 13, 2025
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Image by Peggy und Marco Lachmann-Anke from Pixabay
Clayco, Barton Malow Holdings, Hensel Phelps, Gray, Ryan Companies US, Walbridge, and Alston Construction top Building Design+Construction's ranking of the nation's largest design...
June 3, 2025
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Image by Hans from Pixabay
Barton Malow Holdings, The Boldt Company, DPR Construction, Gilbane Building Company, Whiting-Turner Contracting, and Parkway Construction & Architecture top Building Design+Constructio...
June 3, 2025
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Image by Michael Misof from Pixabay
LeChase Construction Services, The Beck Group, Nabholz, Salas O'Brien, BRPH Companies, and Logan Pass Construction top Building Design+Construction's ranking of the nation's largest...
June 3, 2025
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Image by LEEROY Agency from Pixabay
Alfa Tech Consulting Engineers, Salas O'Brien, Kimley-Horn, WSP, Morrison Hershfield, and Ramaker top Building Design+Construction's ranking of the nation's largest telecommunications...
June 3, 2025
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New York, N.Y. city street
Web-based tool uses publicly available data from NYC’s Department of Buildings.
June 13, 2025
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Smog obscuring the Los Angeles skyline
The proposals would exempt most urban housing developments from the law.
June 12, 2025
Courtesy RSP Architects
Courtesy RSP Architects
Designed by RSP Architects, 14 ROC will offer 283 units (from studios to two bedrooms) and 25,000 sf of amenities including a rooftop pool, karaoke lounge, and podcast studio....
June 9, 2025
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Photo courtesy SmithGroup
By addressing the needs of both adults and educational institutions, these retirement communities create a mutually beneficial solution that enriches lives and strengthens communities...
June 3, 2025
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Photo courtesy NBBJ
Many healthcare systems are facing shrinking reimbursement, labor shortages, and rising material costs, making it more important than ever to help them do more with less while...
May 22, 2025
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Photo courtesy McCarthy Building Companies, Inc.
Modern parking garage design transcends its utilitarian roots. It’s no longer enough to build structures that merely house vehicles; they must be designed with people in mind ...
May 2, 2025
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Photo courtesy BWBR
Architecture and design firm BWBR has begun to see an evolution of forensic facilities moving toward behavioral treatment approaches, bringing a greater focus on therapeutic, ...
May 1, 2025
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Photo courtesy SmithGroup
Here are four design tactics to help build resilience at every level.
April 23, 2025
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Girl Raising Hand Inside the Classroom
The document is designed for school staff and decision-makers without a technical background.
June 13, 2025
Courtesy William Rawn Associates
Courtesy William Rawn Associates
At Brookline (Mass.) High School, the project team took on the challenge of designing a new building spanning over the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority green line.
June 11, 2025
Amy Gutmann Hall at the University of Pennsylvania. Photo credit Jeffrey Totaro, courtesy Lake Flato
Amy Gutmann Hall at the University of Pennsylvania. Photo credit Jeffrey Totaro, courtesy Lake Flato
The design of Amy Gutmann Hall aims to connect occupants who work in a digital realm to the natural world.
June 10, 2025
Mulva Hall, University of Texas at Austin. Renderings courtesy Perkins&Will
Mulva Hall, University of Texas at Austin. Renderings courtesy Perkins&Will
The 17-story tower will complete a "business neighborhood" on the university's Austin campus.
May 21, 2025
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Image by Amrulqays Maarof from Pixabay
More than four in 10 (42%) architects, engineers, and city planners in the U.S. use artificial intelligence (AI) tools on a daily basis, and nearly one-third use AI “every few...
June 10, 2025
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OpenAI logo on PC keyboard. ChatGPT is an AI chatbot launched by OpenAI
More than half of firms are using AI, according to Deltek survey.
May 19, 2025
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Surveyor deploying drone to view construction sites or check security at sunset.
Drones used for mid-air material deposition.
May 13, 2025
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Courtesy Arup
The U.S. leads the world in artificial intelligence adoption for the built environment, with 42% of architects, engineers, and city planners relying on AI daily, according to ...
May 8, 2025
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Modern commercial office building interior. Modern office building interior and decoration design.
This marks the first time in at least 25 years that more office space is being removed than added.
June 16, 2025
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Reception Area Of Modern Office Building With People Overhead Shot
Costs to fit out spaces vary widely across regions.
June 2, 2025
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Photo courtesy SmithGroup
Rob Moylan, Senior Principal and Director of Interiors at SmithGroup, shares five key drivers that he believes are integral to both the future of work and office design.
May 29, 2025
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Confidential LNG Energy Headquarters
PDR outlines seven office design essentials for re-engaging talent and boosting company morale.
May 27, 2025
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Image by Bernhard Schürmann from Pixabay
Crossland Construction, Haskell, Parkway Construction & Architecture, Whiting-Turner Contracting, JE Dunn Construction, and C.W. Driver Companies top Building Design+Construction...
May 27, 2025
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Photo: Pixabay
KPFF Consulting Engineers, Wiss, Janney, Elstner Associates, Langan, Kimley-Horn, IMEG, and CMTA top Building Design+Construction's ranking of the nation's largest religious facility...
May 27, 2025
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Image by Ramon Perucho from Pixabay
Kirksey Architecture, The Beck Group, Parkhill, Perkins Eastman, Gensler, and FGM Architects top Building Design+Construction's ranking of the nation's largest religious facility...
May 27, 2025
Pictured: The main lobby at the Jean & Ric Edelman Fossil Park & Museum of Rowan University. Photo © Jeff Goldberg / Esto, courtesy Buro Happold
Pictured: The main lobby at the Jean & Ric Edelman Fossil Park & Museum of Rowan University. Photo © Jeff Goldberg / Esto, courtesy Buro Happold
The Jean & Ric Edelman Fossil Park & Museum of Rowan University, a carbon net-zero property, recently opened in Mantua Township, N.J.
May 7, 2025
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Image by Pexels from Pixabay
Parkway Construction, Holt Construction, Shawmut Design and Construction, Swinerton, CM&B, Rycon Construction, and Balfour Beatty US top Building Design+Construction's ranking...
May 20, 2025
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Image by Michelle Pitzel from Pixabay
Kimley-Horn, RTM Engineering Consultants, Halff, Salas O'Brien, Wiss, Janney, Elstner Associates, Wallace Design Collective, and IMEG top Building Design+Construction's ranking...
May 20, 2025
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Image by Orna from Pixabay
Gensler, WD Partners, GPD Group, Chipman Design Architecture, GreenbergFarrow, NORR, and Core States Group top Building Design+Construction's ranking of the nation's largest restaurant...
May 20, 2025
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Image by Michal Jarmoluk from Pixabay
Whiting-Turner, STO Building Group, Schimenti Construction, VCC Construction, Rycon Construction, Ryan Companies US, and PCL Construction top Building Design+Construction's ranking...
May 20, 2025
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Courtesy HKS
The original 48,500-sf Union Pacific Depot, built in 1908, was meticulously preserved, honoring the station’s historical significance while introducing a new eight-story guestroom...
Jan. 13, 2025
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Image by Michal Jarmoluk from Pixabay
Suffolk Construction, PCL Construction Enterprises, Swinerton, Whiting-Turner Contracting, and STO Building Group top Building Design+Construction's ranking of the nation's largest...
Dec. 18, 2024
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Image by StockSnap from Pixabay
AECOM, Jacobs, EXP, IMEG, Kimley-Horn, and Langan top Building Design+Construction's ranking of the nation's largest hospitality facilities sector engineering and engineering/...
Dec. 18, 2024
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Image by Peggy und Marco Lachmann-Anke from Pixabay
Gensler, HKS, WATG, DLR Group, Cooper Carry and JCJ Architecture top Building Design+Construction's ranking of the nation's largest hospitality facilities sector architecture ...
Dec. 18, 2024
Courtesy Populous
Courtesy Populous
The acquisition significantly broadens the scope and scale of services that Populous can offer clients across the globe.
June 11, 2025
RODE Architects
The front area of The FIeldhouse+ will include a cafe and terraced seating.
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Image by jjlidaka from Pixabay
Turner Construction, JE Dunn Construction, Gilbane Building Company, PCL Construction Enterprises, and Whiting-Turner Contracting head Building Design+Construction's ranking of...
Dec. 20, 2024
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Image by Pexels from Pixabay
Alfa Tech, ME Engineers, AECOM, Coffman Engineers, and Thornton Tomasetti head Building Design+Construction's ranking of the nation's largest sports facility engineering and engineering...
Dec. 20, 2024
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The Indianapolis International Airport. Photo courtesy Kimley-Horn
Kimley-Horn Electrical Engineers Joe Bradshaw, PE, Chris Hanna, PE, and John Wujek, PE, list the benefits of microgrid developments for airport use.
April 14, 2025
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Courtesy Gresham Smith
Gresham Smith authors David P. Park, SEGD, and Altan Cekin, AIA, highlight the urgency of addressing accessibility in airports holistically, ensuring that all travelers can navigate...
March 19, 2025
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Gelephu International Airport in Gelephu, The Kingdom of Bhutan. Rendering © BIG
Gelephu International Airport resembles “a stylized mountain range,” with a modular diagrid structure made of locally sourced glulam timber and adorned with Bhutanese woodcarvings...
March 7, 2025
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Image by Gerd Altmann from Pixabay
Hensel Phelps, Turner Construction, Holder Construction, The Walsh Group, Clark Group, and ARCO Construction Companies top Building Design+Construction's ranking of the nation...
Jan. 2, 2025