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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.

Jun 7, 2012

Stantec publishes 2011 corporate Sustainability Report

Stantec's fifth annual Sustainability Report was prepared in accordance with the internationally recognized G3.1 Sustainability Reporting Guidelines, developed by the Global Reporting Initiative.

Jun 6, 2012

KPF designs tower for Yongsan IBD

The master plan, created by Studio Daniel Libeskind, is a dynamic urban environment containing contributions from 19 different architects practicing in diverse locations around the globe.

Jun 6, 2012

SOM urges Chicago tenants to partner with landlords to cut energy use

Tenants can exceed building energy challenge targets recently announced by Mayor Emanuel.

Jun 6, 2012

KLMK Group awarded contract with Parkland Health & Hospital System in Texas

KLMK will also provide planning guidance in all aspects of the project related to facility activation.

Jun 5, 2012

Cannon Design joins forces with Peter Ellis New Cities

Peter Ellis will now lead Cannon Design's urban planning and city design practice in collaboration with the firm's executive leadership.

Jun 5, 2012

Walker Parking opens office in Abu Dhabi

Walker has been in Abu Dhabi since May 2011 but in a temporary office suite.

Jun 5, 2012

Glumac hires Drit Shoemaker as new director of business development

Shoemaker will research, connect, and forge new client relationships with architects, developers, owners and brokers while strengthening relationships with current clients.

Jun 5, 2012

Hoffman Architects Arbuckle elected president of New York/Tri-State DOCOMOMO

As chapter president, Arbuckle will guide and oversee the organization's efforts on behalf of Modern buildings and sites, and he will act as the main spokesperson for the organization. 

Jun 4, 2012

Brownfield goes green

Chicago Center for Green Technology uses high-speed, energy-efficient hand dryers to share its green message and earn LEED credits.

Jun 4, 2012

KBE Building and CTA Construction awarded Project of the Year from CMAA

Award given for work done on the renovation of Beverly High School in Beverly, Mass.

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