BD+C

AUGUST 19, 2024

Harnessing AI to revolutionize architectural design and creativity 0 qpurcell Mon, 08/19/2024 - 10:35 AEC Tech Architects are wondering if AI will replace us. Architecture Use Cases for AI Preliminary Project Renderings At Vessel, we already leverage AI to enhance our creative processes, streamline operations, and deliver visionary projects.

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Architecture Design US AIA 105

Construction Marketing

FEBRUARY 17, 2022

If the appraisers approve, the lender makes more draw payments to the contractor. In addition to meeting traditional borrower standards, the lender will inspect and approve construction timeline estimates, proposed budget, and architectural plans. During the construction phase, most lenders need interest-only payments.

Construction 283

Construction Budgeting Budget Drawings 283

BD+C

JANUARY 29, 2024

143: Architectural Drawings - Excessive or Essential? Life of an Architect Podcast dbarista Mon, 01/29/2024 - 09:28 In this episode of Life of an Architect, we are focusing on drawings. Welcome to episode 143: Architectural Drawings: Excessive or Essential. Life of an Architect Podcast Ep.

Drawings 52

Drawings Architecture 52

Natural Building

APRIL 14, 2022

It is intended to prepare owner-builders to design radically efficient and beautiful structures that combine natural building and bioarchitecture (architecture that supports your life force energy). Here’s what you will learn: 1) Drawing, model making, and mock ups to develop your design concept. 7 students maximum per class.

Architecture 98

Architecture Modeling Consulting Design 98

Construction Marketing

JULY 7, 2022

Keep your home’s architecture and style in mind. Be sure to draw inspiration for suitable siding material and color to install to transform your exterior from your property’s architecture and style. Here are some perfect siding materials and colors you could choose for different home styles and architecture: .

Residential 237

Residential Materials Architecture Visualization 237

HardHatChat

JULY 27, 2020

Providing a clear scope of work and investing in quality architectural drawings are key to a successful client-contractor relationship, according to Englewood Construction. As part of my interview, the reporter turned the tables on the topic and asked for my perspective on what construction firms look for in a great client.

Commercial 240

Commercial Contractors Construction Bidding 240

BD+C

MAY 16, 2017

She showed the kids how to draw ducks. By the end of the story, the kids had started looking for other animals and plants to draw. One day, as the man was about to yell again, he saw a woman approach the kids. She had colored pencils and paints. and they had put down the rocks.

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Environment Architecture Drawings 92

CivilJungle

JUNE 13, 2021

Importance of Engineering Drawing. A subcategory of technical drawings is an engineering drawing. Standardized language and symbols are used in engineering drawings. This simplifies the interpretation of the drawings and eliminates the possibility of personal interpretation. What is Engineering Drawing?

Drawings 52

Drawings Engineering Drafting Concrete 52

BD+C

APRIL 3, 2023

122: Architecture and Artificial Intelligence dbarista Mon, 04/03/2023 - 11:19 Even though artificial intelligence can conceptually trace its roots back to the 1950s, the reality is AI and machine learning went mainstream not too long ago. But what does this mean to the profession of architecture? Life of an Architect Podcast Ep.

Architecture 105

Architecture Education Modeling IDEA 105

Construction Marketing

JANUARY 24, 2024

Collaborate with clients, construction managers, and other professionals to bring architectural visions to life. Leverage targeted advertising on platforms like LinkedIn, where you can reach architecture, engineering, and project management professionals. Structural engineers design and analyze structures for stability and safety.

Construction 332

Construction Project Management Electrical Safety 332

Carol Hagen

APRIL 11, 2012

It’s also a great way to capture before and after transformations, but there are many uses for photographs in the Architectural, Engineering and Construction industries. MultiVista , a national firm, captures visual as-builts indexed according to your architectural drawings.

Construction 262

Construction Visualization Documentation CoreCon 262

Construction Marketing

APRIL 11, 2023

All stakeholders have access to the same files, documents, drawing, and models. Look at incorporating decorative screens and architectural grilles to create a more attractive facade for industrial structures. Modern projects are incorporating building information management (BIM) software. It streamlines scheduling.

Project Management 329

Project Management Innovation Management Industrial 329

Carol Hagen

AUGUST 21, 2014

While many Architectural, Engineering and Construction firms use Bluebeam Revu to convert CAD to PDF, there’s an often overlooked capability that is as plain as the nose on your face. “Nowadays, I draw in Bluebeam equal amounts to sketching or CAD.” It’s sketching and creating floorplan illustrations.

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CAD AutoCAD Drawings Architecture 129

HardHatChat

JULY 19, 2011

To do this effectively and efficiently, we need to review as-built drawings to see what big tickets items can be re-used and what existing infrastructure we can integrate into the re-design of the space to save on retrofitting a mall construction costs. And I know people don’t believe this, but the best Chicago contractors hate change orders.

Commercial 201

Commercial Retail Change Orders Construction 201

CivilJungle

JULY 27, 2022

What Is Architecture? The techniques and art of making the layout of buildings and constructing the building are architecture. Architecture is an art. Besides designing and constructing architecture deals with aesthetics. Architecture is just not only art. Why Need Design Principles in Architecture?

Architecture 52

Architecture Design Visualization Drawings 52

Learn Civil Engineering

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

Drawings are a central and indispensable part of the extensive documentation needed to demonstrate compliance […] If you are planning to build a home or business premises in the UK, you will need to ensure you comply with various regulations.

Drawings 52

Drawings Regulation Documentation Safety 52

CivilJungle

AUGUST 5, 2022

How to Draw a House Plan Step by Step? You should know the right process to draw a house plan before you start drawing a plan on paper. Drawing a house plan takes much more effort and patience than doing other things. Basics: Before preparing a perfect plan to draw some decisions need to be taken.

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Drawings Plans Housing Drafting 52

Construction Business Owner

JANUARY 18, 2021

For the architecture, engineering and construction (AEC) industry, this holds especially true. Remember: Many owners that make decisions about the work to be completed are not construction professionals, meaning they are not accustomed to reading plans and 2D drawings. Greg Ragsdale. Mon, 01/18/2021 - 15:19.

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BIM Contractors Modeling Software 308

BD+C

JUNE 28, 2017

As a sculpture student, I always worked from a mock-up rather than detailed drawings. As an architecture student, I would walk into a critique with nothing but a pristine model and diagrammatic drawings—sometimes to the horror of my professors. Personally, I have always been drawn to building models.

Design 92

Design Drawings Modeling Documentation 92

BD+C

OCTOBER 23, 2023

Architectural ‘Frankenstein’ features breakthrough sustainable design 0 qpurcell Mon, 10/23/2023 - 10:53 Government Buildings The General Services Administration (GSA) has embraced adaptive reuse with Building 48, an exciting workplace project that sets new precedents for how the federal government will approach sustainable design.

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Sustainability Architecture Design Electrical 72

Construction Business Owner

APRIL 5, 2021

To truly function as a unit, construction teams need a CDE — i.e., a unified architecture — that allows stakeholders to access the same data and information. Autodesk Takeoff breaks down data silos between estimators, improving collaboration by facilitating access to relevant documents, drawings and models to assigned team members.

Modeling 234

Modeling Environment Autodesk BIM 234

The Constructor

MARCH 20, 2012

The required amount of cover will always be specified on the design drawings, but no time should the cover be less than the maximum size of aggregate plus 5mm. The second part is carried out by a surveyor, who will check the steel levels against the required levels from the design drawings.

Concrete 250

Concrete Foundation Materials Design 250

Constructonomics

JANUARY 6, 2014

Well, we go to the AIA architecture billing index. The AIA architecture billing index grew in every month except for one over the past 12 months. Residential architectural billings was the big winner in 2013, especially in the beginning of the year. Where else?

AIA 143

AIA Architecture Philadelphia Commercial 143

Wolgast Corporation

DECEMBER 6, 2023

Three-Phases to Design-Build Construction: Preliminary Design and Estimating Detailed Construction Drawings and Bidding Construction Step One/Phase I – Preliminary Design and Estimating In this First Step or Phase our Architect develops plans based on a needs analysis meeting with the building owner and representatives for a nominal fee.

Commercial 127

Commercial Drawings Bidding Budgeting 127

HardHatChat

JANUARY 18, 2011

Now, how many of you have had to pay for a second set of drawings because your GC found something that would alter the architect’s original plans? Design-build general contractor should also perform exploratory work up front, before you pay for architectural plans. Bring your GC in early. Take a leap of faith.

Commercial 263

Commercial Bidding Negotiation Construction 263

BD+C

DECEMBER 11, 2023

140: Communicating Through Drawings Life of an Architect Podcast dbarista Mon, 12/11/2023 - 11:00 Architecture is a visual craft. Drawings have always played a role in the process of study and discussion of what we do and why we do it. Bob Borson, FAIA Architecture is a visual craft. Life of an Architect Podcast Ep.

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Drawings Visualization IDEA AIA 40

HardHatChat

SEPTEMBER 25, 2017

Plus, they usually have some combination of historic or architectural significance, beautiful vintage materials and fine craftsmanship – the kind of stuff us industry fanatics just can’t get enough of. Because these buildings are well-known and prominently located, making it all the more exciting to work in them.

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New York City Construction Chicago Permits 267

BD+C

OCTOBER 7, 2024

Pattern language: An exploration of digital printing on architectural glazing 0 qpurcell Mon, 10/07/2024 - 09:47 Glass and Glazing Architectural Glazing has long been an important expressive tool which, when selected and detailed thoughtfully, can contribute to the successful transformation of architectural concepts to reality.

Architecture 52

Architecture Fabrication Seattle Design 52

Job Order Contracting

JANUARY 3, 2019

Use Industry-standard Documents and Data Architectures: Read, create, modify, and interpret drawings, forms, and other industry-standard documents. Use language, tone, authentic voice, and technical detail appropriate to the stakeholder perspective and ability to comprehend.

CSI 100

CSI Construction Documentation Defense 100

The Constructor

MARCH 19, 2012

For anything other than most smallest of concreting jobs e.g. walls over 1m in height, a drawing should be provided, showing what formwork is required. This need not be an intricate design drawing, a simple sketch is usually sufficient. The below picture shows part of a concrete structure soon after the formwork has been struck.

Concrete 223

Concrete Foundation Materials Design 223

Construction Specifier

AUGUST 9, 2024

Once underway, the job was completed in about 90 days with the speed and precision largely due to very clear architectural drawings. He began his career with Oldcastle in 1998 as an architectural sales manager for the West Region. “Once our crew got the pattern down, installation was a breeze.”

Architecture 59

Architecture Design Arizona Phoenix 59

Construction Specifier

OCTOBER 1, 2024

Whether creating new architectural expressions or rehabilitating architecturally significant historic buildings, from stick-built to unitized, “off-the-shelf” commodity to custom bespoke systems, utilizing insulating glass units or opaque spandrel panels, simple flat or complex geometry; it seems the sky is the limit with curtain wall design today.

Design 104

Design Fabrication Consulting Bidding 104

Constructonomics

NOVEMBER 21, 2013

If you have been inspired by stories of self-builders on the television, or have been flicking through glossy architecture magazines with envy, you might be considering building your own home. Whatever kind of architectural style you prefer, you can replicate it (planning permission permitting) with your own property.

Foundation 138

Foundation Housing Project Management Budgeting 138

Stok

FEBRUARY 22, 2021

in interior architecture from the University of Oregon and holds a LEED AP ID+C (interior design and construction) designation. The post Stok Draws Senior Leadership Additions to Rapidly Expanding Team appeared first on Stok. Her notable clients include PayPal, Informatica, Juniper Networks, and the Lucile Packard Foundation.

Drawings 52

Drawings Denver San Diego San Francisco 52

Stok

FEBRUARY 22, 2021

in interior architecture from the University of Oregon and holds a LEED AP ID+C (interior design and construction) designation. The post stok Draws Senior Leadership Additions to Rapidly Expanding Team appeared first on stok. Her notable clients include PayPal, Informatica, Juniper Networks, and the Lucile Packard Foundation.

Drawings 52

Drawings Denver San Diego San Francisco 52

BD+C

OCTOBER 4, 2023

Transforming the entry experience with biophilic design 0 qpurcell Wed, 10/04/2023 - 13:44 Biophilic Design Vessel Architecture & Design's Cassandra Wallace, AIA, NCARB, explores how incorporating biophilic design elements and dynamic lighting can transform a seemingly cavernous entry space into a warm and inviting focal point.

Design 98

Design Visualization Architecture AIA 98

The Constructor

NOVEMBER 19, 2011

8) inadequate preparation and review of contract and shop drawings. (9) Other common causes of structural failure are: (5) lack of appropriate professional design and construction experience, especially when novel structures are needed. (6) 6) complexity of codes and specifications leading to misinterpretation and misapplication. (7)

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Concrete Foundation Engineering Design 230