Advances in technology have made it possible to transform previously static structures into highly adaptive and adaptable buildings. Now, a new research project aims to integrate real-time human responses to the built environment in order to boost energy efficiency.
“Going beyond the concept of smart buildings, the project leverages human intelligence by creating a responsive system that communicates real-time resource usage. The system equips buildings with ‘express’ data from building electrical, thermal comfort, air quality, water, natural gas, lighting, and audiovisual systems through sensory outputs…the system leverages human senses to communicate resource benchmarking, ensuring occupants can readily discern whether the building is in a positive, neutral, or negative state about its resource usage. While the project is still in the research phases, it has seen promising prototypes that seek to enhance occupants’ relationships with buildings.”
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Location: Miami, FL
Product: Reynobond (MCM)
General Contractor: Brasfield & Gorrie, L.L.C
Architect: Perkins + Will
Nicklaus Children’s Hospital leaders and supporters joined together last week for a groundbreaking ceremony to celebrate the launch of the next phase of the hospital’s master facility plan, construction of a 127,000-square-foot surgical tower slated for completion in 2024. The tower will rise four stories above the hospital’s Emergency Department, located at the center of the main campus near Coral Gables.
MillerClapperton is fabricating and installing approximately 24,900 square feet of metal composite material.
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Explore the holiday season with the Inc. 5000 Companies Holiday Gift Guide, a curated collection of exceptional offerings from some of the fastest-growing businesses in the nation. This guide is a testament to innovation and success, featuring a diverse range of products and services that reflect the creativity and dedication of Inc. 5000 companies. From cutting-edge tech gadgets to unique artisanal creations, each item is a celebration of entrepreneurial spirit. As you navigate the holidays, let this guide inspire your gift-giving with products that not only stand out for their quality but also represent the thriving ingenuity of the business world.
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When choosing a laptop for architectural work, does a Mac or a PC offer more advantages? While many professionals may think they know the answer, the truth is a little more nuanced, depending on the specific type of design or the stage of one’s career. This considered and surprisingly even-handed article from Architizer explores the pros, cons, and highly subjective nature of the choice:
“It’s a question that has attracted unending debate on forums across the internet for years — not just among architects, but for aspiring design professionals of all kinds. The perceived finality of selecting a work computer makes this a difficult choice, particularly for students just starting out…As you master the computer’s native software, navigate its technical quirks and learn to love your hardware, it’s quite possible that you will use that type of computer for the rest of your life in architecture.”
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Recommendation: Local Architecture and Natural Landscape of the Southwest
Produced By: Second Studio Podcast
In this three-part podcast series from the BBC, designer, and architect Thomas Heatherwick rails against what he calls the “blandemic” currently plaguing the global built environment. Whether one agrees or disagrees with his assessment, this podcast is a thought-provoking analysis of the public realm and how our daily lives are shaped by the structures around us. Have we been collectively neglecting to prioritize joy and engagement in our buildings?
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