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California bill would limit where distribution centers can be built

A bill that passed the California legislature would limit where distribution centers can be located and impose other rules aimed at reducing air pollution and traffic. Assembly Bill 98 would tighten building standards for new warehouses and ban heavy diesel truck traffic next to sensitive sites including homes, schools, parks and nursing homes.




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Jun 22, 2014

JW Marriott Indianapolis redefines city’s skyline

The 34-story JW Marriott is both the largest and tallest hotel in Indianapolis. One of the most prestigious hotels in the city, the JW Marriott has hosted celebrities and NFL teams alike. 

Jun 20, 2014

Sterling Bay pulled on board for Chicago Old Main Post Office project

Sterling Bay Cos. and Bill Davies' International Property Developers North America partner up for a $500 million restoration of Chicago's Old Main Post Office

Jun 20, 2014

U.S. Energy Information Administration releases preliminary Commercial Buildings Energy Consumption Survey results

Federal survey project shows that commercial-building floorspace has grown 22% since 2003; energy-use data will be released in Spring 2015.

Jun 19, 2014

First Look: 10 Design unveils new luxury apartments plan in Dubai

The Seventh Heaven complex features a stepped form that will offer stunning views of the Dubai skyline.

Jun 19, 2014

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

The development's wavy and groovy design promises unobstructed views of the Marmara Sea for every unit.

Jun 19, 2014

NCARB study: Architects getting licensed at younger age

A new report from NCARB shows that the median age of people at initial licensure is at a 10 year low.

Jun 19, 2014

Singapore's 'Tree House' vertical gardens break Guinness World Record

The high-rise development will have a 24,638-sf vertical garden, breaking a Guinness World Record.

Jun 18, 2014

Design tips for Alzheimer care facilities

A new white paper from the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America and Perkins Eastman details best design practices for residential care settings for individuals living with Alzheimer’s disease. 

Jun 18, 2014

Largest Passive House structure in the U.S. to be built in Oregon

Orchards at Orenco, a 57-unit affordable housing complex in Hillsboro, Oregon, is the first of a three-phase, three-building complex.

Jun 18, 2014

SOM's twisting tower wins design competition for Sweden's tallest skyscraper

The skyscraper, which will reach 230 meters and is named Polstjärnan, or "The Pole Star," is to be built in Gothenburg, Sweden. 
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