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Building owners cite BIM/VDC as 'most exciting trend' in facilities management, says Mortenson report

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Mortenson Construction today released the results of a survey of more than 60 facilities professionals at the Construction Owners Association of America (COAA) 2013 Spring Seminar. Body Image: read more.

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World's first 'invisible' tower planned in South Korea

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Called Tower Infinity , the 1,476-foot structure planned just outside the city, near Incheon International Airport, will feature a cloaking façade made of LED projectors and optical cameras that will capture and display the landscape surrounding the building, thus making it appear transparent. Body Image: read more.

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

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The work signals a whole new direction for the use of additive manufacturing in the field of construction and engineering. 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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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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Top 10 green building products for 2014

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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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First look: JDS Architects' roller-coaster-like design for Istanbul waterfront development

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The mixed-use development is located between Istanbul''s center and airport, and though it will accomodate mostly residential units, it will also include commercial function and public spaces. Body Image: read more.

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