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Abandoned Office Buildings Could Offer an Affordable Housing Solution

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Abandoned Office Buildings Could Offer an Affordable Housing Solution. In a damaged business environment post-pandemic, metro office spaces are left abandoned, but options for redevelopment could offer an innovative solution for affordable residential housing. Tue, 02/08/2022 - 12:15. Mixed-Use Development.

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Building healthcare in a coastal environment

Construction Specifier

Culminating with a grand opening in early 2022, the Larsen Health Center brings together all of Shell Point’s healthcare services, including a comprehensive medical office center, behavioral health suite, therapy rehabilitation center, dental offices, pharmacy, and a 180-bed skilled nursing facility with private rooms.

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8 tips for converting office space to life sciences labs

BD+C

From residential adjustments toward the suburbs, the incorporation of safety barriers in public facilities, to major changes in commercial retail and restaurant consumer demands, those of us working in the built environment are seeing trends shift at a pace faster than ever before. .

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Plans go in for trio of Bankside towers

Construction Enquirer

Developer Hines wants to build two residential towers of 40 and 22 storeys and an office building reaching 45 storeys and topping out at nearly 200 metres. The 18 Blackfriars Road office tower promises “a new form of architecture” departing from the traditional flat tower office building.

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7 ways multifamily designers can promote wellness in urban communities

BD+C

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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Promoting wellness in urban communities

BD+C

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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Three interconnected solutions for 'saving' urban centers

BD+C

Andy Cohen, FAIA, IIDA Multifamily Housing Office Buildings Transit Facilities Coronavirus Urban Planning Many believe that cities are in trouble. Offices that Work for the Worker Marriott Headquarters, Bethesda, Md. If people are to come to the office, they’re coming because it’s a destination, not an obligation.

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