Friday5 - July 29, 2022 - MillerClapperton

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Renovations have typically accounted for 30% of all construction, but an interesting shift is underway that’s altering the construction landscape. For the first time in 20 years, the American Institute of Architects (AIA) May Architectural Billings Index reported that reconstruction project billings now exceed new construction. AIA Chief Economist Kermit Baker, Hon. AIA, Ph.D. confirms that “we are going to move toward an increased share in reconstruction and a decreased share in new construction.” So, what is driving this interest and how can metal wall retrofits contribute? Jeff Henry, Executive Director for the Metal Construction Association breaks down the four benefits of renovations/retrofits and how metal cladding replacements can contribute to a number of benefits for building owners.

Location: Dumfries, VA
Product: Reynobond FR (MCM)
General Contractor: V.F. Pavone Construction
Architect: Moseley Architects

Potomac Shores Middle School located in Prince William County opened to students this past Fall. Situated along River Heritage Boulevard, the school helped relieve near-overcrowding at several area schools with capacity for 1,450 students. The three-story, 197,954 square-foot middle school also has an 800-seat auditorium, a secure courtyard, labs, group activity rooms, and extended learning areas for project-based learning and group work. For this project, MillerClapperton fabricated and installed 25,900 square feet of Metal Composite Material.

Archtizer has announced the 100 finalists for the 3rd Annual One Photo Challenge, which is architecture’s biggest photography competition. This year’s exhibition includes images from around the world and is “full of unusual perspectives and bold juxtaposition of form and void. Each photograph tells its own unique story about buildings, people and our world in 2022, demonstrating how architecture can be viewed as a landscape, an artwork, a stage, a refuge and a home.” Read more from the entrants and the stories behind the photos below.

Architecture is appreciated as much as it is overlooked. New buildings are erected every day and while some are celebrated with fanfare, others are ignored or looked at with disdain. It doesn’t happen often, but some buildings are even met with controversy, stirring heated arguments or conflicts that have earned them a place in history. Keep reading for some of the most controversial projects that have led to their fair share of debate. From a modern addition in a historic palace to a 27-story personal residence, here are 13 highly contested structures worth knowing about.

Recommendation: Building a Second Brain
Reviwed By: Mark Ellis

Does the way you take or use notes have room for improvement? If so, you may find this review of a new book, ‘Building a Second Brain’ by Tiago Forte useful as you try to make sense of how you take notes and make them actually useful instead of overlooked or even forgotten.

Tech writer Mark Ellis says that this book transformed his relationship with Apple Notes in one weekend and revealed just how bad he’s been at note-taking for his entire life. Using author Forte’s four steps known as ‘CODE’, you make note-taking a habit and then use a system called ‘PARA’ to organize your notes. Learn more about Ellis’ takeaways and how you can use Apple Notes for your second brain below. You’ll be on your way to being more organized in no time!

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