BD+C

OCTOBER 29, 2014

Introduced in 2009, the American Institute of Architects (AIA) 2030 Commitment Program, a voluntary initiative for architecture firms and other entities in the built environment to commit their practice to advancing the AIA’s goal of carbon neutral buildings by the year 2030, has produced a report assessing their work.

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Stok

NOVEMBER 28, 2018

While each initiative is helping the industry make strides to combat dangerous toxins in the built environment, it’s difficult for design professionals and building owners to know how to best utilize them, making it a challenge to set healthy materials goals. Educate owners to get buy-in. We encourage all design teams to review the protocol.

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Construction Superintendent Magazine

MAY 28, 2015

WASHINGTON, D.C. -- The American Institute of Architects Technology in Architectural Practice Knowledge Community has developed the AIA TAP Innovation Awards to honor state of the art of the design, delivery and management of the built environment as enabled by advanced processes and technologies.

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BD+C

OCTOBER 2, 2023

4 design strategies for successful K-12 magnet schools 0 qpurcell Mon, 10/02/2023 - 09:41 K-12 Schools Clark Nexsen's Donna Francis, AIA, Principal, and Becky Brady, AIA, share four reasons why diverse K-12 magnet schools require diverse design. Design Strategies for K-12 Magnet Schools 1. is global studies.

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BD+C

MARCH 28, 2024

Workplace campus design philosophy: People are the new amenity 0 qpurcell Thu, 03/28/2024 - 10:33 Office Buildings Nick Arambarri, AIA, LEED AP BD+C, NCARB, Director of Commercial, LPA, underscores the value of providing rich, human-focused environments for the return-to-office workforce.

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BD+C

MARCH 20, 2023

3 ways prefabrication doubles as a sustainability strategy 0 qpurcell Mon, 03/20/2023 - 11:09 Modular Building Corie Baker, AIA, shares three modular Gresham Smith projects that found sustainability benefits from the use of prefabrication. This strategy also reduced the amount of energy used during construction.

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BD+C

APRIL 23, 2019

The American Institute of Architects (AIA) Committee on the Environment (COTE) this week named the 2019 recipients for its highest honor, the COTE Top Ten Awards. . COTE bestows the award annually on 10 design projects that have expertly integrated design excellence with cutting-edge performance in several key areas.

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Job Order Contracting

AUGUST 27, 2020

Integrated project delivery, IPD, for major new construction, and LEAN job order contracting, OpenJOC(TM), for repair, renovation, maintenance, and minor new construction are robust environments that support best value construction. AIA California Council, 2007. Performance metrics, therefore, are derived from these documents.

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BD+C

APRIL 23, 2014

The American Institute of Architects (AIA) and its Committee on the Environment (COTE) have selected the top ten examples of sustainable architecture and ecological design projects that protect and enhance the environment. The projects will be honored at the AIA 2014 National Convention and Design Exposition in Chicago.

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BD+C

APRIL 11, 2024

Is it providing the environment the patient needs to begin their healing journey? It requires designing environments that protect the dignity of those who are healing while in a safe and supervised setting. What does the next space on their path to recovery look like? What does it mean to make it right for these types of spaces?

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BD+C

JANUARY 25, 2024

Tactical issues for renovating university research buildings 0 qpurcell Thu, 01/25/2024 - 13:30 Laboratories Matthew Plecity, AIA, ASLA, Principal, GBBN, highlights the connection between the built environment and laboratory research, and weighs the benefits of renovation vs. new construction. To Build (Anew), Or Not to Build?

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BD+C

APRIL 25, 2024

Jennifer Heintz, AIA, LEED AP, and Dorothea Schulz, AIA, LEED AP BD+C Sports and Recreational Facilities Engineers Architects Pools have become essential components of communities worldwide, offering a means for individuals to unite, unwind, and enjoy themselves.

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Construction Superintendent Magazine

APRIL 25, 2014

The American Institute of Architects and its Committee on the Environment have selected the Iowa Utilities Board / Office of the Consumer Advocate Office Building, design by BNIM, as the recipient of the Top Ten Plus. WASHINGTON, D.C. – You can get more information on the project and see images here: [link]. frontpage'

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BD+C

MARCH 28, 2023

Inclusive design requires relearning how we read space 0 qpurcell Tue, 03/28/2023 - 13:20 Designers Pulling from his experience during a campus design workshop, David Johnson, AIA, LEED AP, encourages architects to better understand how to design spaces that are inclusive for everyone.

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Construction Superintendent Magazine

APRIL 29, 2015

. -- The American Institute of Architects and its Committee on the Environment have selected the U.S. The Top Ten Plus, now its third year, recognizes one past AIA COTE Top Ten Project Award recipient which has quantifiable metrics that demonstrate the true impact the sustainable design has achieved.

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BD+C

MAY 24, 2018

Building materials grow, shrink, shift, bulge, deform, and elongate in response to stresses and fluctuations in the environment, and these dimensional changes often impose strain on adjacent elements. . We may think of the building envelope as an inanimate object, but in reality its components can be quite mobile.

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BD+C

DECEMBER 17, 2018

The American Institute of Architects (AIA) Committee on the Environment (COTE) is releasing a new tool that can help architecture firms design high-performance building. .

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Construction Marketing Ideas

JUNE 3, 2015

Mark Mitchell , in his blog directed to marketing for building products manufacturers, observes that the American Institute for Architects (AIA) convention provides an inspiring venue for new ideas, but its tradeshow is a flop. Of all the shows my clients attend each year, the AIA show is the one that they most frequently question its value.

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BD+C

OCTOBER 3, 2019

That’s how Mark Schwettmann, AIA, of Skidmore, Owings & Merrill, summarizes one of the trends influencing recent convention center construction and renovation. . “No more black boxes!” Schwettmann managed his firm’s architectural work on the newly completed $551 million, 244,914-sf addition to San Francisco’s Moscone Center.

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BD+C

MAY 19, 2016

CannonDesign released a new white paper on the evolving surgical environment.

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Construction Specifier

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

Off, AIA and Robert Fraguada, Associate AIA Buildings are often perceived to be static objects, existing rigidly within the space of their own footprints. However, when examined more closely, they are discovered to be capable of dynamic interactions between assembly materials and with their surrounding environments.

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BD+C

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

This has led to a rise in conversation on health and well-being, as people are increasingly cognizant of the impact built environments have on their physical and mental health. Providing spaces for plants to thrive within a residence provides health benefits and also allows people to connect with the natural environment.

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BD+C

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

This has led to a rise in conversation on health and well-being, as people are increasingly cognizant of the impact built environments have on their physical and mental health. Providing spaces for plants to thrive within a residence provides health benefits and also allows people to connect with the natural environment.

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BD+C

JUNE 5, 2023

Because of this, colleges and universities are investing in creating housing environments that encourage students to stay and become invested in their institution through safe, supportive, and community-driven spaces that connect with the university’s unique identity. This is the power of student engagement at its finest.

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BD+C

APRIL 22, 2013

The American Institute of Architects (AIA) and its Committee on the Environment (COTE) have selected the top ten examples of sustainable architecture and green design solutions that protect and enhance the environment. The projects will be honored at the AIA 2013 National Convention and Design Exposition in Denver.

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BD+C

SEPTEMBER 15, 2017

In light of the positive news from AIA concerning progress toward its 2030 Commitment targets, it’s nice to see the AEC community showing resolve in this highly charged, post-Paris Climate Accord pullout political environment.

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BD+C

APRIL 8, 2024

3 sustainable design decisions to make early 0 qpurcell Mon, 04/08/2024 - 09:26 Sustainability In her experience as an architect, Megan Valentine AIA, LEED AP, NCARB, WELL AP, Fitwel, Director of Sustainability, KTGY details three early sustainable design decisions: site selection, massing and orientation, and proper window-to-wall ratios.

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BD+C

MARCH 22, 2023

GBBN's Mickey LeRoy, AIA, ACHA, LEED AP, explains the difference between onsite and offsite prefabrication methods for healthcare construction projects. Given this environment, what can healthcare providers do to control costs and mitigate the risk of getting caught in market fluctuations?

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BD+C

OCTOBER 4, 2023

Transforming the entry experience with biophilic design 0 qpurcell Wed, 10/04/2023 - 13:44 Biophilic Design Vessel Architecture & Design's Cassandra Wallace, AIA, NCARB, explores how incorporating biophilic design elements and dynamic lighting can transform a seemingly cavernous entry space into a warm and inviting focal point.

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BD+C

JANUARY 22, 2024

Kemper, AIA and R. David Cole, AIA share the unique advantages and challenges of both spec. Kemper, AIA and R. Airflow and Safety: Design standards for speculative lab suites generally ensure a turnover rate of 8 to 12 air changes per hour (ACH) to maintain a safe and controlled environment. and purpose-build labs.

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BD+C

AUGUST 13, 2014

The historic declaration, presented on August 8th at the UIA World Congress in Durban, recognizes the urgency of the UIA and its member organizations, including the American Institute of Architects (AIA), in committing to a truly sustainable and equitable future. Architects'

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Construction Specifier

JANUARY 18, 2021

Flock, CDT, AIA, and Andrew Dunlap, AIA, CDT, LEED AP, NCARB. The COVID-19 pandemic has reintroduced the importance of infection control in the built environment. Images © Ryan Asava, AIA, NCARB. by Sarah K. Photo © BigStockPhoto.com. Figure 1: Potential air paths through roof assembly.

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BD+C

MAY 23, 2023

has promoted Ilijana Soldan, AIA, LEED AP, EcoDistricts, NCARB, to Sustainability Manager. Hord Coplan Macht names Ilijana Soldan as Sustainability Manager Hord Coplan Macht, Baltimore, MD., rcassidy Tue, 05/23/2023 - 13:29 HORD COPLAN MACHT Research-based designer will lead Sustainability Action Team and the firm's green initiatives.

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BD+C

JANUARY 2, 2024

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.

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BD+C

APRIL 20, 2017

The American Institute of Architects (AIA) Committee on the Environment (COTE) have selected this year’s recipients of the Top Ten Awards, the industry’s premier program celebrating sustainable design excellence. This year’s recipients will be honored at the 2017 AIA Conference on Architecture in Orlando.

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BD+C

APRIL 18, 2017

Creating an open and collaborative environment was our primary goal for Heineken’s new office design,” says Scott Spector, AIA, a Principal of Spector Group, in a release.

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Job Order Contracting

FEBRUARY 7, 2017

The solution to improved life-cycle management of the build environment lies within a greater focus upon improving competencies and business processes. Integrated_Project_Delivery_for_Public and Private Owners – AIA, NASFA, COAA, APPA, AGC. LEAN Construction Deliver is the primary challenge to BIM adoption.

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