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Transforming shopping malls into 21st century neighborhoods

BD+C

Marc Asnis, AICP MFPRO+ Blog University Buildings Healthcare Facilities Mixed-Use Apartments Retail Centers Shopping Centers Designers Architects Adaptive Reuse Exterior Restoration Interior Architecture Sustainability Sustainable Development The death of the 20th century shopping mall is evident all across the country.

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Lessons learned from 70 years of building cities

BD+C

The urban fabric pulls the corners of the building outward, orienting views as the building also gestures to surrounding locations: the harbor, the developing Seaport and Congress Street, as well as the Boston Convention Center. From buildings and interiors, innovative ideas can transform the fabric of cities.

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Expanding the exterior footprint

Construction Specifier

In environments like this, where building materials must maintain a high level of both performance and aesthetic, metal fabric is an ideal material for expanding the exterior footprint of existing buildings. The are also resonating with people, creating civic life and building social capital that contributes to resilience.

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Concrete mix design

GCP Applied Technologies

Macro synthetic fibers are used to replace welded-wire fabric in many slab-on-grade applications, including parking areas, flatwork and flooring. Sustainability. Transportation Infrastructure. Infrastructure. Retail buildings. TB-1201 – Dosage rates for light use loading applications. Structural Solutions.

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Cracking the code of affordable housing

BD+C

Sustainable Senior Living Construction is well under way in Yonkers, N.Y., That meant proximity to transit, jobs, schools, retail, public access to parks and recreation, and other social infrastructure. The community will be home to offices, schools, services such as daycare, and retail/dining.

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Business Report: Chicago Will Host Digital Manufacturing And Design Innovation Institute

Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

The 133,000-square-foot Solution Center, the design of which was inspired by legendary architect Frank Lloyd Wright, provides access to technological expertise and research, real-time demonstrations of metal fabrication systems, and advanced training and development to companies throughout North America.

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The first hallmark of sustainability: Put on a roof that lasts a long time

Construction Specifier

The first hallmark of sustainability: Put on a roof that lasts a long time. was charged with designing and overseeing the installation of a durable, sustainable and long-lasting roof for the arena. was charged with designing and overseeing the installation of a durable, sustainable and long-lasting roof for the arena.