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Architecture billings see continued strength, led by institutional sector

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The American Institute of Architects (AIA) reported the August ABI score was 53.0, On the heels of recording its strongest pace of growth since 2007, there continues to be an increasing level of demand for design services signaled in the latest Architecture Billings Index (ABI). down from a mark of 55.8 The new projects inquiry index was 62.6,

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Perkins+Will white paper examines alternatives to flame retardant building materials

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Global architecture and design firm Perkins+Will has released new research in response to the need for architects and interior designers to develop a better understanding of flame retardants and their impact on health.

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Arup uses 3D printing to fabricate one-of-a-kind structural steel components

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The research also shows that additive manufacturing has the potential to reduce costs, cut waste and slash the carbon footprint of the construction sector. Body Image: read more.

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LEED v4 gets green light, will launch this fall

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This includes 90 percent approval from the user category of the voting body, 77 percent approval from the general interest category and 89 percent approval from the producer category.

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Architecture Billings Index up nearly a point in June

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The American Institute of Architects (AIA) reported the June ABI score was 53.5, The Architecture Billings Index (ABI) is signaling improving conditions for the overall design and construction industry. up from a mark of 52.6 This score reflects an increase in design activity (any score above 50 indicates an increase in billings).

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What you missed last week: Architecture billings up again; record year for hotel renovations; nation's most expensive real estate markets

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BD+C ''s roundup of the top construction market news for the week of August 18 includes the latest architecture billings index from AIA and a BOMA study on the nation''s most and least expensive commercial real estate markets.

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16 awe-inspiring interior designs from around the world [slideshow]

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Hong Kong-based 4N Architects took top honors in the International Interior Design Association''s 4th Annual Global Excellence Awards for its interior design work on the Le Salon Croissanterie et Restaurant project in Hong Kong. The project was one of 18 international projects recognized. Body Image: read more.

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