New science, old buildings: Renovating for efficiency, flexibility, and connection
What does the research space of the future look like? And can it be housed in older buildings—or does it require new construction?
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Smart Buildings
GSA to invest $80 million on smart building technologies at federal properties
The U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) will invest $80 million from the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) into smart building technologies within 560 federal buildings. GSA intends to enhance operations through granular controls, expand available reporting with more advanced metering sources, and optimize the operator experience.
MFPRO+ News
‘Yes in God’s Backyard’ movement could create more affordable housing
The so-called “Yes in God’s Backyard” (YIGBY) movement, where houses of worship convert their properties to housing, could help alleviate the serious housing crisis affecting many communities around the country.
Mass Timber
British Columbia hospital features mass timber community hall
The Cowichan District Hospital Replacement Project in Duncan, British Columbia, features an expansive community hall featuring mass timber construction. The hall, designed to promote social interaction and connection to give patients, families, and staff a warm and welcoming environment, connects a Diagnostic and Treatment (“D&T”) Block and Inpatient Tower.
Apr 4, 2012
JCJ Architecture designs New York City's first casino
Aqueduct Racetrack complex transformed into modern entertainment destination.
Drew Ballensky | Apr 4, 2012
New rehab trend: repurposing vacant malls
The new fashion for mixed-use developments or outdoor shopping centers that are designed to look…
Apr 3, 2012
Blaine Brownell on innovative materials applications in architecture
Brownell, who was named a BD+C 40 Under 40 in 2006, provides insight regarding emerging material trends and the creative implementation of materials.
Drew Ballensky | Mar 28, 2012
Replacement of University of Iowa’s fine arts campus to cost over $400 million
The replacement cost for the University of Iowa’s fine arts campus, which was devastated by a 2008…
Drew Ballensky | Mar 21, 2012
White roofs reduce surface temperatures more than 40 degrees compared to black roofs, study finds
Retrofitting a black roof surface to white reduced peak rooftop temperature in New York City by 43…
Drew Ballensky | Mar 14, 2012
Perkins+Will’s renovated Atlanta office is North America’s top LEED Platinum project
Perkins+Will’s new Atlanta officeis the current highest-scoring LEED Platinum project in North…
Mar 12, 2012
Improving the performance of existing commercial buildings: the chemistry of sustainable construction
Retrofitting our existing commercial buildings is one of the key steps to overcoming the economic and environmental challenges we face.
Drew Ballensky | Mar 7, 2012
Energy efficiency retrofits could produce $1 trillion in savings for the US
Investments in energy efficiency retrofits for buildings could yield more than three times their…
Mar 6, 2012
Joliet Junior College achieves LEED Gold
With construction managed by Gilbane Building Company, Joliet Junior College’s Facility Services Building combines high-performance technologies with sustainable materials to meet aggressive energy efficiency goals.
Mar 1, 2012
Reconstruction of L.A.’s Dunbar Hotel underway
Withee Malcolm Architects’ designs for the project include the complete renovation of the Dunbar Hotel and the Somerville Apartments I and II.
