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Resilient Flooring: The sustainable specification

Construction Specifier

by Jane Rohde, AIA, FIIDA, ASID, ACHA, CHID, LEED AP BD+C, GGA-EB, GGF. When specifying flooring, one should consider both sustainability and performance. These factors not only contribute to the sustainability of the flooring, but how it performs. Even sustainably made floors must be installed correctly.

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5 ways mass timber will reshape the design of life sciences facilities

BD+C

rcassidy Tue, 01/02/2024 - 14:16 John Sullivan, AIA A new study by a collaboration of design, engineering, and construction firms describes cost-effective strategies for building laboratories and science+technology facilities using mass timber. Here are five reasons why. Rendering courtesy SGA.

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AIA & Arup Healthier Materials Protocol: A Quick Guide

Stok

With the common reminder that humans spend 90% of our time indoors, coupled with a growing body of upwards of 400 research studies that indicate there are hazardous chemicals in our building products that building occupants are exposed to, the focus on healthy, sustainable materials across the design and construction industry is at an all-time high.

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From net zero to net positive in K-12 schools

BD+C

K-12 Schools School Construction Architects Daylighting Daylighting Designs Energy Efficiency Energy-Efficient Design Projects Sustainability Less than a year after its opening last September, The AIA has recognized the new Boston Arts Academy with an Education Facility Design Award for its state-of-the-art learning environment.

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5 criteria to optimize medical office design

BD+C

Megan Koehler, AIA, LEED AP BD+C Healthcare designers need to consider privacy, separate areas for practitioners, natural light, outdoor spaces, and thoughtful selection of materials for medical office buildings. It won the 2023 Healthcare Design Award from AIA's Academy of Architecture for Health.

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LEAN Job Order Contracting Intro 4

Job Order Contracting

Creating an open information environment. Owner leadership without excessive reliance upon “JOC consultants” Focus upon best value outcomes. BIM, LEAN Construction, and a Common Data Environment (CDE) – A strategic tool for sharing information and managing a team within a BIM / LEAN Construction Delivery environment.

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LPA President Dan Heinfeld announced retirement

BD+C

During Heinfeld’s 37-years as president, LPA created a new model for a diverse design studio with architects, engineers, landscape architects and interior designers focused on tackling the largest issues facing the built environment. 31, but will remain with the firm as a consultant and advisor to the board of directors. “I

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