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Rochester, Minn., plans extensive geothermal network

The city of Rochester, Minn., home of the famed Mayo Clinic, is going big on geothermal networks. The city is constructing Thermal Energy Networks (TENs) that consist of ambient pipe loops connecting multiple buildings and delivering thermal heating and cooling energy via water-source heat pumps.




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Engineers

Engineering goes hand-in-hand with design, putting a practical lens on the architect’s vision and finding the best way to make it happen. Without a talented engineer, the project will never reach completion, and certainly will not reach the standards of functionality and sustainability that the architect and client are seeking.

Aug 3, 2012

Goettsch Partners opens new Abu Dhabi office

The GP Abu Dhabi office is managed by Steven M. Nilles, FAIA, LEED AP, a partner in the firm and resident of Abu Dhabi.

Aug 3, 2012

Pinto promoted to VP in Thornton Tomasetti’s Philly office

Project experience includes commercial and residential buildings, government facilities, sports venues, airports and hotels.

Aug 3, 2012

Nonres construction spending to increase through 2012, growth projected for 2013

Commercial and industrial projects poised to lead building sectors.

Aug 3, 2012

IBI Group Inc. acquires Taylor Young Limited

Taylor Young is a full services architectural practice including professional skills in urban planning and design and landscape architecture, based in Manchester, U.K.

Jul 31, 2012

Thornton Tomasetti announces four promotions in Chicago office

Promotions in Thornton Tomasetti office key on industy veterans.

Jul 25, 2012

EwingCole adds healthcare director to D.C. office

Schultz brings over 25 years of proven experience in planning and designing healthcare, medical research, and government medical facilities.

Jul 25, 2012

Hill International selected as project manager for two Abu Dhabi hospitals

The two hospitals have a combined estimated project value of approximately AED 784 million ($213 million).

Jul 24, 2012

Boyer joins Thornton Tomasetti as vice president in New York office

Boyer will support Thornton Tomasetti’s Building Performance and Property Loss Consulting practices in the East U.S. region as well as nationally.

Jul 24, 2012

Dragon Valley Retail at epicenter of Yongsan International Business District

Masterplanned by architect Daniel Libeskind, the Yongsan IBD encompasses ten city blocks and includes a collection of high-rise residences and commercial buildings.

Jul 23, 2012

Venturi Scott Brown and Associates Becomes VSBA, LLC

After over fifty years as one of the world’s most renowned architects, Bob Venturi has retired from practice, while Denise Scott Brown continues to publish and present her work.

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